TVS Motor Company-owned British premium motorcycle brand Norton Motorcycles, has announced changes to its leadership structure.

The company has announced Dr. Robert Hentschel, currently CEO, will step back from his role effective immediately. He will transition to a non-executive director role within the company.

On the other hand, Nevijo Mance will join Norton Motorcycles as Executive Director, overseeing all upstream business operations, as part of the new leadership structure.

He will be responsible for product design, development and engineering, manufacturing, procurement, quality control, and supply chain management.

In addition, Richard Arnold, who was appointed Executive Director in June 2024, will be responsible for downstream business operations, including marketing, brand management, sales, distribution, customer relationship management, aftersales service, product management, and public relations.

He will also be responsible for enhancing customer experience, expanding Norton’s market reach, and strengthening the brand’s presence across global markets.

Dr Rober had been leading the company since 2021, and has been instrumental in strengthening Norton’s foundations, guiding the company through crucial stages of its growth plan and establishing a strong operational base. He had played a key role in synergistic relationship with parent TVS Motor Company, which has been pivotal in advancing Norton’s progress and setting the stage for future success.

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Pune-headquartered two-wheeler and three-wheeler major Bajaj Auto has reported a 14 percent increase in total wholesales for December 2025, reaching 369,809 units compared to 323,125 units last year.

The growth was primarily driven by the export market, which saw a 25 percent rise in volume across two-wheelers and commercial vehicles.

In the two-wheeler segment, monthly domestic sales grew by 3 percent to 132,228 units, while exports rose by 24 percent to 178,125 units. Commercial vehicle sales recorded a 17 percent increase, with domestic volumes rising by 9 percent and exports increasing by 32 percent to 22,311 units.

For the year-to-date (YTD) period from April to December 2025, total sales reached 3.74 million units, representing a 6 percent increase over the 3.54 million units for the same period in 2024.

While total domestic sales for the nine-month period declined by 3 percent, total exports grew by 19 percent. The commercial vehicle export sector showed the highest YTD growth at 53 percent, rising from 142,002 units to 216,938 units.

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Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, has reported a 40 percent wholesales growth in December 2025, reaching 456,479 units compared to 324,906 units in the same month last year.

The company also reported 291,732 VAHAN registrations for the month, supported by demand following the festive season and new model launches.

For Q3 FY2026, the company saw growth across its motorcycle and scooter portfolios. The internal combustion engine (ICE) scooter segment grew by 45 percent during the quarter, following the introduction of models including the Destini 110, Destini 125, Xoom 125 and Xoom 160.

In terms of exports, the company reported sales growth of 21 percent in December to 37,236 units. Total exports for Q3 FY 2026 increased by 41 percent, aided by entries into new markets.

VIDA, the electric mobility arm of Hero MotoCorp, recorded 10,701 VAHAN registrations in December, maintaining an 11 percent market share. The brand has partnered with Kolkata Knight Riders as a title partner for three seasons. Additionally, the DIRT.E K3, an electric motorcycle for riders aged 4–10, is scheduled for retail launch on 15 January 2026.

Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson have expanded their partnership with the launch of the H-D X440 T. The collaboration also introduced the Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide models to the Indian market.

The company enters the final quarter of the financial year, citing confidence in its growth momentum following double-digit gains in Q3.

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Chennai-headquartered two-wheeler and three-wheeler major TVS Motor Company recorded sales of 1.54 million units during Q3 FY2026.

This includes 1.48 million two-wheelers, up 25 percent YoY, as against 1.18 million two-wheelers sold a year ago. Three-wheeler sales grew by 106 percent to 60,000 units. International business sales reached 410,000 units, a 40 percent increase compared to the 294,000 units sold in the same period last year.

For December, the sales came at 481,389 units, up 50 percent YoY, as against 321,687 units sold in December 2024.

Total exports for December 2025 grew by 40 percent to 146,022 units. Two-wheeler exports specifically increased by 35 percent, rising from 96,927 units in December 2024 to 130,709 units.

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Chennai-headquartered two-wheeler major Royal Enfield has reported a 30 percent growth in its wholesales for December 2025.

The company sold 93,177 motorcycles in the domestic market last month, as compared to 67,891 units sold a year ago.

For YTD FY2026, the sales came at 821,908, up 26 percent YoY, as against 652,856 units for the same period last year.

B Govindarajan, Managing Director, Eicher Motors and CEO, Royal Enfield, said, “December closes out a truly defining year for Royal Enfield. It’s been a year of strong growth, record performance and most importantly, deeper connections with our riding community. Our new launches during the year have been received with great enthusiasm and the continued demand for our existing motorcycles further reinforces the trust riders place in us. As we move into the new year, we are confident of sustaining the growth momentum and taking our Pure Motorcycling philosophy further.”

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