- Ultraviolette Automotive
- F77 Mach 2
- Niraj Rajmohan
- Narayan Subramaniam
- EICMA 2024
- United Nations Economic Commission for Europe
- UNECE
- L3e
- H.D. Kumaraswamy
- M.B. Patil
- Tesla
Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2 Gets L3e Certification, Becomes Eligible For Road Use in 40 Countries
- by MT Bureau
- October 24, 2024
Bengaluru-headquartered Ultraviolette Automotive has got the global certification under the ‘United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE)’ regulation for the F77 Mach 2. The electric-motorcycle maker has now received the L3e certification, granting approval for road use across 40 countries worldwide, including the European Union.
Designed, developed and manufactured at Ultraviolette’s facility in Bengaluru, the F77 Mach 2 is now currently sold in Germany and Turkey; Ultraviolette is beginning dispatches to the European Union imminently, with several countries to follow suit post its showcase in EICMA 2024. The company claims to become the first Indian motorcycle maker to compete in the European market.
Narayan Subramaniam, CEO and Co-Founder, Ultraviolette Automotive said, "Achieving this international certification is a monumental moment for us, as it opens doors to a much larger global audience. This certification is not just a regulatory milestone, but a reflection of our relentless pursuit of world-class standards in design-led performance. We are thrilled to introduce this groundbreaking machine to the demanding markets of Europe, who will appreciate Ultraviolette’s prowess in cutting edge technology, engineering and design.”
Certified under the UNECE L3e category, the F77 Mach 2 is now approved for road use to A1 and A2 license holders. This certification Ultraviolette’s states aligns with its strategy to ‘Make in India for the World’, mirroring the company’s growth and expansion in India.
Niraj Rajmohan, CTO and Co-Founder, Ultraviolette Automotive added, "Our vision has been to create globally competitive motorcycle platforms steeped in technology. This global certification underscores our commitment to delivering world-class high performance electric vehicles, designed and engineered in India for global markets. As we expand into Europe, we believe the F77 Mach 2 will redefine the future electric mobility on the global stage."
Recently, the F77 Mach 2's export to Europe was flagged off by H.D. Kumaraswamy, Union Minister of Heavy Industries, Government of India, and M.B. Patil, Minister of Industries and Commerce, Government of Karnataka, with the latter lauding Ultraviolette as the 'Tesla of India' for its innovative approach and contributions to the electric vehicle revolution.
- Hero MotoCorp
- Hero Premia
- Vida
- Harley-Davidson
- X440
- Niranjan Prabhu
Hero MotoCorp Records Best-Ever Festive Season Sales With 1.6 Million Two-Wheelers
- by MT Bureau
- November 04, 2024
Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, achieved its highest-ever retail sales during the recent 32-day festive period, starting from Navratri.
The company states it sold 1.6 million two-wheelers, up 13 percent YoY, with robust demand from both urban and rural India.
Hero MotoCorp’s growth was led by the 125cc motorcycle segment, with Xtreme 125R, as a key driver, while the 100cc segment also contributed positively to the company's strong sales performance.
Vida, Hero MotoCorp's electric vehicle brand, also achieved a significant milestone of 11,600 unit sales during the same period. The OEM say the EV business was leveraging Hero Premia and Hero 2.0 outlets, in conjunction with a heightened emphasis on the Top 30 towns, which yielded positive results.
In the premium space, the Harley-Davidson X440 went home to 2,800 buyers. The company expects further growth as it expands the Premia network to over 100 locations by the end of this fiscal year.
Niranjan Gupta, CEO, Hero MotoCorp, said “For the second consecutive year we have achieved our highest-ever festive retail sales, which is a testament to Hero MotoCorp's position as the preferred brand in India. We are grateful for the unwavering trust of our millions of customers. There has been good momentum and growth in most parts of the country with rural sales catching up with the urban segment in the latter half of the festive season. We expect the momentum to continue and are optimistic about the remainder of the year.”
- TVS Motor Co
- two-wheeler
- electric vehicle
- three-wheeler
- record
- sales
TVS Motor Co Registers Best-Ever Monthly Sales Of 489,015 Units In October
- by MT Bureau
- November 01, 2024
TVS Motor Company, one of the largest two- and three-wheeler manufacturer in the country, has announced it has achieved its best-ever monthly sales at 489,015 units in October 2024 with a growth of 13 percent as against 434,714 units in October 2023.
The two-wheeler business registered growth of 14 percent with 478,159 units units sold, as against 420,610 units sold last year. Of this domestic sales grew 13 percent at 344,957 units, including 230,822 motorcycles and 193,439 scooters.
The company also grew its electric two-wheeler sales by 45 percent at 29,308 units, as against 20,153 units a year ago.
In terms of exports, the company shipped 95,708 units, up 9 percent YoY, as against 87,952 units last year. Two-wheeler sales grew by 16 percent at 75,653 units.
In the three-wheeler segment the company sold 10,856 units last month, down 23 percent YoY.
- Itaru Otani
- Yamaha Motor India Group
- Eishin Chihana
- Yamaha
- Call of Blue
Itaru Otani Becomes The New Chairman Of Yamaha Motor India Group
- by MT Bureau
- November 01, 2024
India Yamaha Motor (IYM) has announced the appointment of Itaru Otani as the new Chairman of Yamaha Motor India Group. He succeeds Eishin Chihana who had assumed the position in December 2021.
The company states that Otani brings over three decades of experience with Yamaha Motor Company, having held key leadership roles across global markets, including Australia, Brazil, and Japan.
With expertise spanning sales, marketing, and corporate strategy, he has consistently focused on motorcycle business operations, strengthening Yamaha’s position worldwide. Prior to this role, Otani served as Chief General Manager, leading the Land Mobility Business Operations based out of Japan.
Itaru Otani said, “It’s a privilege to lead Yamaha in a country as vibrant and full of potential as India. The aspirations of Indian consumers are evolving rapidly, and we see incredible opportunities to bring in products that blend Yamaha’s global expertise with the unique needs and desires of Indian riders. Our focus will be on promoting exciting, stylish and sporty two-wheelers that not only align with the market’s expectations but also set new benchmarks in design, quality, and innovation. I am looking forward to further strengthen Yamaha in India under ‘The Call of the Blue’ brand campaign and drive forward our long-term vision by unlocking new avenues of growth in one of the world’s most dynamic two-wheeler markets.”
- Royal Enfield
- B Govindarajan
Royal Enfield Clocks Highest Monthly Wholesales Of 110,574 In October
- by MT Bureau
- November 01, 2024
Royal Enfield, one of the leading mid-sized motorcycle manufacturer, has announced its best-ever monthly performance.
The company reported wholesales of 110,574 motorcycles, up 31 percent YoY, as compared to 84,437 motorcycles sold for the same period last year.
During the period the company exported 8,688 motorcycles as compared to 3,477 motorcycles last year.
B Govindarajan, CEO, Royal Enfield said, “The month of October has been truly remarkable for Royal Enfield, we have broken records with a whopping 100,000+ sales in a single month! This is our biggest and milestone festive season sale and surpasses all our previous sales performance records. Last month we announced our debut in Bangladesh market and the response from the riding community has been incredible. All our new and existing motorcycles have continued to perform well and we are confident that with our upcoming launches we will be able to sustain this growth momentum. As we soon unfold our next chapter of sustainable mobility, we are excited to shape the future of motorcycling while remaining committed to delivering the essence of pure riding experiences.”
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