Ducati India is launching the Panigale V4 on March 5. Featuring aggressive styling and a double-sided swingarm, it promises enhanced performance. The superbike boasts a 6.9-inch TFT display, electronic aids, and a 1,103cc engine delivering 213 bhp. Competing with the BMW S 1000 RR, it’s already fully booked ahead of its official pricing announcement.
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The Union government has launched 'Sahkar Taxi,' a cooperative transport service for bike, cab, and auto rides. This initiative aims to provide direct earnings to drivers, bypassing private corporations like Ola and Uber. The service is part of the 'Sahkar se Samriddhi' vision and will enhance financial security for drivers.
Electric vehicles in India will soon be as affordable as petrol-powered cars, says Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. The price gap is expected to close within six months due to advancements in battery technology and increased domestic production. This could lead to widespread adoption of EVs, with current sales already witnessing a significant surge.
Honda and Suzuki are making waves in India's electric scooter market with the Honda Activa e and Suzuki e-Access. The Activa e offers a 102 km range with dual swappable 1.5 kWh batteries, while the e-Access has a fixed 3.07 kWh LFP battery providing 95 km per charge. Both scooters feature multiple riding modes and advanced tech features.
Days after Bajaj Auto CEO Rajiv Bajaj boasted about the Chetak EV's sales, a Chetak electric scooter emitted smoke in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Two farmers noticed the smoke at a traffic signal, and the fire brigade intervened. Bajaj Auto is investigating the incident, which comes just before the launch of a new Chetak model.
Bajaj Auto discontinues the Platina 110 ABS, CT125X, and Pulsar F250 due to tepid market response and changing consumer preferences. The standard drum brake version of the Platina 110 and the Pulsar N250 remain on sale. An updated RS 200 model is expected soon.
The electric vehicle industry in India is rapidly growing due to technological advancements, increasing environmental awareness, and supportive government policies. The government is driving initiatives for manufacturing and infrastructure, focusing on localizing supply chains and enhancing battery technologies to achieve its ambitious EV goals by 2030.
The Syros will have a boxy silhouette with a flat roof and an upright rear, to liberate maximum cabin space. The Syros will feature vertically stacked LED headlamps and LED DRLs, L-shaped LED taillights, flush-fitting door handles, blacked-out C-pillars and roof rails.
This hike can be attributed, in part, to the inclusion of more advanced emissions monitoring technology. Currently, Honda has introduced only two variants, but more budget-friendly options with basic features, such as a front drum brake, might be launched later, potentially lowering the starting price.
The Skoda Superb has more torque (320 Nm) and features a 7-speed DSG gearbox, which could provide a more engaging and dynamic driving experience. The Camry's hybrid engine offers smooth power delivery and efficiency, while the Superb's turbocharged engine is more traditional and focused on providing a powerful driving experience.