Chennai-headquartered two-wheeler major TVS Motor Company has further strengthened its partnership with Petronas Lubricants International (PLI) to drive further promotion and support the Indian motorsport landscape.

As per the understanding, PLI will continue to be the title sponsor of TVS Racing – the country’s first factory racing team – for the next three years. PLI will support the team’s participation in the Indian National Supercross Championship (INSC), Indian National Rally Championship (INRC) and Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship (INMRC).

Petronas was the title sponsor of TVS Racing across the 2022-2023 season and continues as the official supplier of aftermarket oils to TVS Motor Co’s extensive dealership network. The company supplies Petronas TVS TRU4 product range in premium semi and full synthetic lubricants designed for high-performance TVS motorcycles.

Vimal Sumbly, Head Business – Premium, TVS Motor Company, said, “TVS Racing is a pioneer of motorsports in India and has consistently secured more than 80 percent win rate across multiple formats of racing. This racing pedigree directly influences our Apache series, bringing race-derived performance and technology to our customers. With over four decades, TVS Racing has played a pivotal role in democratising motorsports in India and nurturing world-class talent with its programs like the TVS One Make Championship. Strengthening our partnership with PLI underscores our shared commitment to pushing the boundaries of performance and innovation. Their cutting-edge technology and experience in premier racing events perfectly compliments our vision for the sport. PLI’s expertise in fluid technology, combined with our racing heritage, will continue to shape the future of two-wheeler racing in India.”

Binu Chandy, Chief Executive Officer, Petronas Lubricants India, said, “Our collaboration with TVS Racing has been instrumental in demonstrating the synergy between high-performance lubricants and motorsport excellence. This partnership not only strengthens our presence in India’s dynamic two-wheeler market but also aligns with our broader energy ambitions in the country. Our motorsports legacy, combined with TVS Racing’s dominance in Indian motorsports for over 40 years, positions us to drive the sport forward. We are excited to support TVS Racing as we continue this journey together.”

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Chennai-headquartered mid-sized motorcycle major Royal Enfield has reported its wholesales for June 2026.

The company sold 114,032 motorcycles last month, which marked a 27 percent YoY growth compared to 89,540 motorcycles sold in June 2025. This includes 102,930 units in the domestic market, up 34 percent YoY, while exports declined by 12 percent YoY to 11,102 units.

During the month, the company commenced customer deliveries of the Flying Flea C6 in Bengaluru.

B Govindarajan, Managing Director, Eicher Motors and Chief Executive Officer, Royal Enfield, said, “June 2026 was a milestone month for us as we began customer deliveries of the Flying Flea C6 from Bengaluru. The response to the FF.C6 continues to be highly encouraging and we will steadily roll out Flying Flea in other regions over the next few months. Our overall sales continued their growth trend with strong traction for our updated product portfolio across markets. During the month, we further strengthened our community initiatives with the inaugural Himalayan Basecamp: Ladakh Edition and the 22nd edition of the Himalayan Odyssey. Looking ahead, we remain optimistic about sustaining our momentum in the upcoming months.”

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Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, has reported its wholesales for June 2026.

The company sold 541,159 units, down 2 percent YoY, as against 553,963 units last year. This includes 478,701 units in the domestic market, down 7 percent YoY, while exports came at 62,458 units, up 51 percent YoY

For Q1 FY2027, the company dispatched 1.68 million units, recording 23 percent YoY growth, 1.36 million units last year. Domestic wholesales came at 1.57 million units, up 21 percent YoY, while exports grew by 63 percent to 64,413 units.

VIDA, the electric mobility unit, recorded 21,812 registrations in June 2026, marking 185 percent YoY growth and an 8 percent increase compared to May 2026.

The company attributed retail sales growth in the domestic market driven by the scooter portfolio, while motorcycle demand remained constant.

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Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), one of the leading two-wheeler manufacturers in the country, has recorded total sales 528,281 units in June 2026, up 23 percent YoY, as against 429,147 units last year.

This includes 468,956 units in the domestic market, up 21 percent YoY, and 59,325 units exported, up 47 percent YoY.

For Q1 FY2027, the sales came at 1.61 million units, a 17 percent increase compared to the 1.37 million units sold in Q1FY2026. Domestic sales for the quarter reached 1.41 million units, up 15 percent YoY, while exports for the period totalled 198,000 units, marking a 36 percent rise.

Tsutsumu Otani, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said, “We have seen healthy growth momentum in the first quarter of FY2027 compared to the same period last year, supported by steady underlying demand conditions. This reflects our continued focus on disciplined execution and our efforts to remain aligned with evolving customer and market needs. While we remain mindful of the dynamic market environment, we will continue to focus on consistent execution of our business priorities. With our strong product portfolio and widespread dealer network, we aim to progress towards sustainable growth going forward.”

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Vida, powered by Hero, the electric vehicle business of the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, has introduced a brand-new identity, four years after its 2022 launch. The company has transitioned from a single electric scooter to a mobility ecosystem including the DIRT.E range and the Novus platform.

The identity features a V-Lettermark derived from the Hero logo, tilted at a 30-degree trajectory. The design uses black, white and orange. The company also secured a spot in the Asia Book of Records for creating a brand logo covering 35,292 sqft, using a range of vehicles including the Vida VX2, Vida DIRT.E K3, Novus Nex 1 and Hero XPulse.

Dr. Pawan Munjal, Executive Chairman, Hero MotoCorp, said, "True progress never stands still; it anchors itself in the deep roots of a trusted legacy to branch out into bold, new directions. When I launched Vida in 2022, I called it the dawn of something special, meaning ‘Life’, was created to drive a positive impact and move us all forward meaningfully. Four years on, that purpose grew into a movement - a purpose to build a better world.”

Kausalya Nandakumar, Chief Business Officer, Emerging Mobility Business Unit, Hero MotoCorp, said, "Today’s customer is buying an upgrade to their life, and they expect it to be effortless, reliable and within reach. Our new identity is built for that customer, and for the breadth of what Vida now offers. The V-Letter mark captures it best: Hero's legacy and Vida's future, moving forward together. Hero gives our aspiration scale; Vida gives that scale desirability. Together, we are making aspirations accessible."

The identity will be implemented across Vida’s digital and physical touchpoints and future product lines.

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