Royal Enfield, in a spirit to commemorate 120 years of motorcycling history, will undertake a South Pole expedition on the Himalayan adventure motorcycle.

To be conducted in close partnership with Arctic Trucks, a member of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators, the ‘90° SOUTH - Quest for the Pole’ will commence from Cape Town, South Africa, on 26 November 2021.

Santosh Vijay Kumar, Lead – Rides & Community, Royal Enfield and Dean Coxson, Senior Engineer – Product Development, Royal Enfield, will be attempting the challenge from the Ross Ice Shelf via the Leverett Glacier on two Himlayans modified with functional upgrades.

For greater torque at the rear wheel, the main drive sprocket has been changed from 15-teeth to a 13-teeth unit. There is a tubeless wheel setup (as opposed to a tubed-tyre option with standard Himalayans) with studded tyres that facilitates riding with low tyre pressure. This also enables confidence to the riders with increased floatation on soft snow and adequate traction on hard ice. To bear with the freezing temperatures, the team has introduced a stronger alternator using rare earth magnets. With this tweak, the motorcycle produces more current through the battery to run heated gear for the riders.

Siddhartha Lal, Managing Director, Eicher Motors, said, “120 years is a long legacy for the brand, and we are very happy to have made it count. Over these years, we have created and nurtured a thriving culture of riding and exploration around the world. This pursuit of exploration has been a quintessential part of our DNA, and 90° South is another chapter in our series of extraordinary, epic motorcycling rides. In the past, rides like Himalayan Odyssey have paved the way for motorcycling adventure in the Himalayas and an epic expedition like this to the South Pole will further inspire people to become adventurers again. A test of endurance and perseverance for man and machine, this expedition is the first of its kind attempt to traverse the 770-km-long route to the South Pole on a motorcycle.”

B Govindarajan, Executive Director, Royal Enfield, said, “It has been an unbroken legacy of 120 years, of fuelling and pushing the boundaries of human exploration and being an ally to many explorers. It is their journeys and adventures that have inspired us to attempt this first of its kind motorcycle expedition. This bold and ambitious attempt to ride to the very end of the earth summarises the resilience of the human spirit, and we hope to complete it successfully as an ode to all Royal Enfield riders and their own inspiring expeditions.” (MT)

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Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, one of the leading two-wheeler manufacturers in the country, unveiled a portfolio of 10 motorcycles and scooters in New Delhi, comprising 7 models and 3 refreshed variants.

The lineup spans internal combustion engine, electric and flex-fuel mobility, featuring models such as the ADV 160, CB 500, Rebel 300, Rebel 500, XR 300L, XR 300 Rally and QC3 EV. Production utilises local sourcing and manufacturing capabilities to support market expansion.

Tsutsumu Otani, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said, "India remains one of Honda's most strategic global markets. This 10-product portfolio offers a wide range of mobility solutions. It reinforces Honda's multi-pathway approach, with advanced ICE vehicles, electric mobility solutions, and flex-fuel technologies designed to address diverse customer needs and varying infrastructure readiness. At the same time, we are accelerating our Make-in-India for the World commitment by strengthening local engineering and manufacturing capabilities. This not only allows us to bring Honda's global technologies closer to Indian customers, but also reinforces India's role as an important manufacturing and export hub within Honda's global operations, while maintaining the quality, reliability, and safety that define Honda.”

Mutsuo Usui, Director - Sales & Marketing, added, "Indian customers today are looking for products that complement their lifestyles as much as their mobility needs. Through this expanded portfolio, we are bringing a broader range of Honda’s globally acclaimed models to India and offering customers greater choice across multiple riding categories. Whether for daily commuting, weekend exploration, adventure touring, or leisure riding, this product range enables customers to choose a Honda that best matches their aspirations.”

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Bajaj Auto Ltd. has launched 'My Pulsar Story,' a worldwide digital campaign celebrating the 25th anniversary of its flagship motorcycle. The initiative invites the global rider community to submit personal accounts of their experiences with the machine. For millions, the Pulsar has served as a first motorcycle, a companion on cross-country trips or a catalyst for lasting friendships.

The campaign spans continents, reaching riders from Indian cities like Mumbai and Bengaluru to Latin American hubs including Mexico City, Bogota, Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires. Since its 2001 debut, the Pulsar has transformed sports motorcycling by making performance accessible. With over 20 million units sold, the model has driven Bajaj Auto's expansion into more than 100 countries through a 125 cc to 350 cc portfolio.

Submissions run on Instagram from 21 July to 4 September 2026 in any creative format using #MyPulsarStory. Selected entries from riders, creators and heritage owners will feature on global channels. Weekly prizes will be awarded, with one grand prize winner per nation receiving a Pulsar NS400z.

Bajaj Auto emphasises that this celebration belongs to the riding community rather than the brand itself, inviting every owner to contribute their unique chapter to the Pulsar legacy.

Sumeet Narang, President – Marketing, Bajaj Auto Ltd., said, "Every Pulsar has a story, but more importantly, every rider has one. For 25 years, Pulsar has been more than just a motorcycle. It has inspired a generation to embrace performance motorcycling, enabled millions of first rides and brought together a passionate community that spans countries, cultures and generations. It is remarkable to see how riders around the world continue to share the same passion and sense of belonging, with every journey, friendship and milestone helping shape the Pulsar legacy. With 'My Pulsar Story', we are inviting everyone from first-time owners to lifelong enthusiasts to share those experiences, inspire others and tell the world what being Definitely Daring means to them."

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Chennai-headquartered two-wheeler and three-wheeler major TVS Motor Company has reported revenue of INR 138.96 billion for Q1 FY2027, marking a 38 percent increase compared to INR 100.81 billion in the corresponding period of the previous year.

For Q1 FY2027, EBITDA reached INR 17.79 billion, up 41 percent from INR 12.60 billion, Profit After Tax grew by 51 percent to INR 11.74 billion, compared to INR 7.76 billion for the same period last year.

The company reported its overall two- and three-wheeler sales grew by 28 percent to 1.63 million units, up from 1.28 million units.

In the two-wheeler segment motorcycle sales increased by 19 percent to 740,000 units, while scooter sales grew by 36 percent to 680,000 units.

Electric two-wheeler sales grew by 86 percent to 129,940 units, bringing the total customer base past 1-million-unit milestone. Three-wheeler sales grew by 48 percent to 66,697 units.

The overall exports grew by 33 percent to 470,000 units.

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Pune-headquartered two-wheeler and three-wheeler major Bajaj Auto has announced its financial results for Q1 FY2027, with revenue from operations coming at INR 172.44 billion, marking a 37 percent YoY, as compared to INR 125.84 billion last year.

The EBITDA came at INR 35.96 billion, while Profit after Tax reached INR 29.83 billion, both rising over 40 percent YoY, as against INR 20.96 billion last year.

During Q1, total sales reached 1.43 million units, representing a 29 percent increase YoY, which includes 1.22 million two-wheelers, up 29 percent YoY and 215,699 three-wheelers, up 33 percent YoY.

Bajaj Auto stated that its domestic revenues grew 26 percent YoY, with electric vehicles accounting for approximately 30 percent of the domestic business.

On the exports front, volumes surpassed 700,000 units, generating record revenues driven by growth in Latin America and Africa.

Three-wheeler sales saw revenues grow by 25 percent YoY, supported by electric three-wheelers.

Bajaj Auto’s free cash flow additions exceeded INR 23 billion, leaving surplus funds of over INR 210 billion at the close of the quarter.

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