Greaves Cotton Limited showcased its wide-ranging mobility solutions at the Auto Expo 2025 – The Motor Show in New Delhi’s Bharat Mandapam. The company unveiled a variety of ‘Made in India’ products across electric two- wheeler and three-wheelers, which included concept vehicles, charging solutions, engines, powertrain systems and retail aftermarket accessories.

The showcase at the expo included a series of exciting developments such as its e-motorcycle concept Xyber and Xpress, a solution tailored for the fast-growing quick commerce and delivery segment. Also featured was Xargo a high-speed electric three-wheeler designed for multiple applications in the expanding e-commerce ecosystem.

A fast-charging wall-mounted system was presented, designed for user convenience and efficiency, while Greaves introduced new variants of its best-selling two-wheelers, Nexus and Magnus. The Nexus Exec is an ultra-luxury, high-performance family electric scooter featuring a 5 kW motor, a top speed of 93 km/h and a 3.5-hour charging time. The Nexus S Tourismo is a premium race-edition, high-performance family electric scooter and the Magnus Neo was the upgraded version that set a national record with its Bengaluru-Delhi journey of over 2,300 km.

Greaves also presented new solutions for the automotive sector including a hydrogen-powered engine concept, a CNG engine and a Euro V+ compliant engine for the European market. The company displayed a variety of retail aftermarket accessories such as motors, rear axle assemblies and a high-performance lithium-ion battery designed for data centres and banks. Additionally, advanced motion control systems from Excel Controlinkage were part of the showcase.

Through its electric mobility business, Greaves Electric Mobility and its Ampere brand, the company has been re-imagining last-mile mobility in India. Its vehicles have collectively travelled 3.8 billion electric kilometres, saving 1.5 lakh tonnes of CO2 emissions—an environmental impact equivalent to planting 5.9 million trees.

Commenting on the company’s innovative solutions displayed at the expo, Greaves Cotton Non-Executive Vice Chairman Nagesh Basavanhalli said, “Greaves Cotton continues to leverage its engineering expertise to build a complete and agile mobility ecosystem that maximises synergies across its various businesses, in line with our objective to lead India’s transition to a more sustainable and inclusive economy. The products showcased today blend technology, sophisticated engineering, and intelligent design applications across versatile segments, and are inspired by deep consumer insights. These innovations have been proudly conceptualised and created in India, with the aim of positively impacting a billion lives and empowering them through smart, sustainable, and accessible solutions."

Remarking on Greaves Electric Mobility’s display at the expo, Chief Executive Officer K. Vijaya Kumar said, “We are thrilled to unveil our concepts and offerings designed to cater to a diverse range of consumers and applications. This approach aligns with our goal to democratise sustainable mobility in India and empower people and livelihoods through our expertise in automotive technology, showcased through our leading brands, Ampere, Greaves 3 Wheelers, and more. By leveraging our 165-year-old Greaves legacy in engineering, we have sought to provide category-leading options that merge the best of aesthetics, functionality, and performance. As electric mobility gains greater adoption in India, we remain committed to delivering the best in electric two- and three-wheeler passenger and cargo mobility. Our solutions are not only viable but also superior alternatives to traditional ICE vehicles.”

Elaborating on these developments, Greaves Cotton Managing Director Dr. Arup Basu said, “Staying true to our purpose of empowering prime-over solutions, we are proud to introduce our new alternate fuel engines, e-powertrains, and other advanced engineering solutions. By leveraging synergies across our diverse and time-tested capabilities, we aim to drive innovation and build a future-ready product portfolio. Our focus extends beyond product development to delivering value across the entire product lifecycle, ensuring efficiency and reliability at every stage. With a strategic emphasis on hydrogen energy and other clean technologies, we remain committed to shaping the future of mobility through sustainable and scalable solutions.”

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TVS Motor Company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Manba Finance to provide retail financing for its commercial mobility range. The agreement aims to improve vehicle affordability for customers across India.

As part of the understanding, Manba Finance will offer monthly instalment plans for the full range of TVS commercial vehicles, including passenger and cargo three-wheelers. The partnership covers both internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric vehicle (EV) models.

The collaboration is intended to expand TVS's presence in rural and semi-urban markets by reducing turnaround times for credit approvals. Provide low down payment options and reduced monthly outflows. Assisting last-mile entrepreneurs and fleet operators in vehicle acquisition.

Rajat Gupta, Business Head – Commercial Mobility, TVS Motor Company, said, “At TVS Motor Company, our focus is on building a comprehensive commercial mobility ecosystem that empowers customers to grow sustainably. This partnership with Manba Finance Limited strengthens our ability to offer accessible and competitive financing solutions across our ICE and EV three-wheeler portfolio. By improving affordability, reducing turnaround time, and expanding reach into rural markets, we aim to support entrepreneurs and fleet operators in enhancing their earning potential and business scalability.”

Manish Shah, Managing Director, Manba Finance, said, “This partnership with TVS Motor Company strongly aligns with our commitment to supporting a cleaner and more sustainable mobility ecosystem. It enables us to offer comprehensive and tailored financing solutions across both passenger and cargo three-wheelers. By leveraging TVS Motor’s deep industry expertise, strong distribution network, and trusted brand, we believe Manba Finance is well positioned to build meaningful scale in the three-wheeler financing segment. We see this collaboration as a key growth driver and expect it to contribute significantly to our expansion and portfolio growth in FY26 and beyond.”

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TVS Motor Company has announced the training and selection schedule for the PETRONAS TVS India One Make Championship (OMC) 2026. The selection trials are scheduled to take place between 17 January and 7 February 2026 in Bengaluru, Pune, Delhi and Kolkata, with the final rounds held at the Madras International Circuit (MIC) in Chennai.

The 2026 season marks 20 years of the TVS Apache brand. The programme is designed to train riders through structured track learning and safety protocols.

The programme is divided into categories based on age and experience:

Regional Selection Trials (Saturdays):

• 17 Jan: Bengaluru (Aruani Grid)
• 24 Jan: Pune (Pune Kartdrome)
• 31 Jan: Delhi (Formula Karting, Noida)
• 07 Feb: Kolkata (Eco Park)

Final Selection (Chennai, May 2026):

• 15 May: Young Media Training
• 16 May: Women’s Training
• 17 May: Rookie & RR310 Selection

Eligibility Requirements:

• Women’s Category: Under 40 years of age.
• Rookie Category: 15 to 21 years of age with FMSCI Level 1 certification.
• RR310 Category: Under 30 years of age with a podium finish in national or one-make championships.

Participants compete on race-tuned motorcycles, including the TVS Apache RTR 200 and the RR 310. Safety equipment provided includes Alpinestars airbag jackets, FIM-certified helmets, and racing suits.

The championship includes the TVS Women’s OMC, which has trained over 500 riders since 2016, and the TVS Rookie OMC, an entry-level platform for young racers.

Vimal Sumbly, Head Business – Premium, TVS Motor Company, said, “For TVS Racing, the One Make Championship has always been about building racers, not just organising races. This platform has helped identify, train and race-prepare talent through structured on-track learning, professional racing standards and a strong safety culture. As TVS Apache marks 20 years of racing-derived performance engineering, the 2026 PETRONAS TVS India One Make Championship brings our racing DNA to life by making track racing accessible, disciplined and aspirational. This is how we continue to strengthen India’s motorsports ecosystem for the next generation of racers.”

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Ducati India has announced the launch of the XDiavel V4, a cruiser featuring the V4 Granturismo engine at prices starting INR 30,88,700 (ex-showroom India) and is available in two metallic colours: Burning Red and Black Lava.

The motorcycle weighs 229 kg, a reduction of 6 kg compared to its predecessor, the XDiavel 1260 S. It utilises a single-sided aluminium swingarm and five-spoke alloy wheels fitted with a 240/45 rear tyre.

The XDiavel V4 is powered by a 1,158cc engine derived from the Panigale V4. The powertrain includes an extended cylinder deactivation system that switches off the rear cylinder bank during low engine loads to manage fuel consumption and heat.

The motorcycle produces 168 hp with 12.8 kgm of torque at 7,500 rpm. A claimed zero to 100 kmph in under three seconds. The XDiavel V4 is equipped with 330 mm disc brake from Brembo Stylema calipers.

It comes with a 6.9-inch TFT colour dashboard with Bluetooth connectivity and Turn-by-turn navigation support. The electronics package includes four riding modes: Sport, Touring, Urban and Wet. The motorcycles also getss Cornering Traction Control and Wheelie Control, ABS Cornering & Launch Control. Ducati Quick Shift (up/down) and Cruise Control.

The ergonomics have been revised with a 770 mm seat height and handlebars moved back to facilitate manoeuvring. For passengers, the seat dimensions have been increased in width and length.

Bipul Chandra, Managing Director, Ducati India, said, “The XDiavel V4 perfectly embodies Ducati’s unwavering commitment of pushing the boundaries of design, performance, and innovation. We are absolutely thrilled to introduce this ultimate Sport Cruiser to India. With the new V4 Granturismo engine, the XDiavel V4 delivers thrilling performance, exceptional low-end torque, and unexpected agility, while maintaining the comfort and commanding presence of a cruiser. That single sided swingarm and the rear alloy wheel design is gorgeous and is my favourite design element of the XDiavel V4.”

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Bajaj Auto, one of the leading two-wheeler and three-wheeler manufacturers, has updated its popular Pulsar 150 motorcycle range. The updates include the introduction of LED headlamps and LED blinkers to the model, which the company states is intended to improve visibility and usability while maintaining the vehicle's design identity.

The updated range is available at the following ex-showroom Delhi prices – Pulsar 150 SD at INR 108,772, Pulsar 150 SD UG at INR 111,669 and Pulsar 150 TD UG at INR 115,481.

The motorcycle retains its frame and stance, though Bajaj has introduced new colour options and graphics. The Pulsar 150 continues to utilise DTS-i (Digital Twin Spark-ignition) technology, which uses two spark plugs to ignite the air-fuel mixture in the combustion chamber, intended to improve combustion efficiency and power output.

The update focuses on integrating modern lighting components into the existing platform, which originally established the sports motorcycling segment in India.

Sarang Kanade, President, Motorcycle Business Unit, Bajaj Auto, said, “The Pulsar 150 has defined performance motorcycling for generations. With this update, we have preserved its classic character while thoughtfully adding modern LED lighting, ensuring the Pulsar 150 remains relevant, recognisable and Definitely Daring.”

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