Hero Maestro Edge 125

The much-awaited Auto Expo 2025 will take place from January 17 to 22, 2025. The event will occur in the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi within the Bharat Mobility Global Expo. The theme "Sustainable Sources of Energy and Fuels" for this year will be based on electric and flex-fuel vehicles.  A Grand Showcase of Mobility InnovationsAuto Expo 2025 will become a big celebration of green and new ways of travelling. Alternative fuel bikes and modern electric scooters are expected to make an appearance here. New electric vehicle companies and bike makers are to unveil their new products. Let's find out a few of the launches and reveals ready to do their rounds at this event Bajaj Auto Bajaj is going to launch Pulsar NS160 Flex Fuel bike, which can run on E100 ethanol fuel. Showcased at IBET Expo 2024, the bike is said to look very identical to the petrol version. Bajaj's CEO, Rajiv Bajaj, said this model will hit the markets in March 2025. It has also been reported that Bajaj may release a cheaper Chetak electric scooter featuring a new design. The new model forms part of the company's expansion into electric two-wheelers. TVS Motor Company TVS could bring several alternative fuel-powered models to the event. The TVS Jupiter CNG scooter, rumoured to be in development, may be revealed as a competitor to Bajaj’s Freedom 125 CNG. The TVS Raider 125 Flex Fuel bike is also expected, which can run on E85 ethanol-blended fuel. Furthermore, TVS-backed Norton Motorcycles may debut in India with some premium offerings. Ola Electric Ola Electric plans to launch its Gen 3 electric scooter range at the event. The new Ola S1 Pro, S1 X, and S1 Air models may feature a compact design with integrated battery, motor, and electronics. These scooters will use Ola's in-house battery packs and locally-made battery cells. Suzuki India Suzuki is expected to launch the electric version of Burgman at the expo. This would be a good strategic move, considering that Honda has already scheduled the launch of Activa Electric scooter in November 2024. Hero MotoCorp Hero will showcase their newly launched models consisting of Karizma XMR 250, Xtreme 250R, XPulse 210, and the Vida Z electric scooter which they recently unveiled at EICMA 2024. Moreover, Hero might tease the XPulse 421 and updated versions of the Karizma XMR 210 and Mavrick 440. KTM KTM India may present the 390 Adventure and 390 Enduro R, which are expected to launch soon. KTM could also display its lineup of big bikes and small dirt bikes. Before you go, don’t forget to check out the recently launched Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R bike. Follow us for the Latest Bike Industry UpdatesFacebook - https://bit.ly/BikeJunction_offl_fb       Instagram-  https://bit.ly/BikeJunction_ofl_insta       Twitter - https://bit.ly/BikeJunction_ofl_twitter

Scooters are actually the most comfortable and modern vehicles that all want in this fast city, especially in urban areas. With convenience, fuel efficiency, and ease of use, it has become quite a hit among daily commuters opting for scooters. There are many scooters priced under Rs 80,000 that fit the riders' budget. And here's what makes the cut: top 5 scooters, offering great value for money regarding their features and performance. Why choose scooters for daily commuting?Scooters are highly viable for daily commutes to work since they are fuel-efficient, affordably priced, and much easier to handle in traffic than others. Light in weight and easily parked, scooters' maintenance costs are much lower than those of bikes. Compact-size scooters guarantee comfort and are thus a practical, environmentally friendly means of transport for short-distance commuting around urban areas. 1. Honda Activa 6GPrice: ₹ 76,684 - 82,684 (Ex-showroom)Honda Activa 6G is still the best-selling scooter in India. With a 109.51 CC engine, it rides smoothly with a power out of 7.68 bhp and an effective torque of 8.79 Nm. Features of this scooter remain so incredible, like silent start, LED headlights, and superior mileage. Moreover, it is the best scooter for a daily commuter with style and reliability. 2. TVS JupiterPrice: ₹ 73,700 - 87,250 (Ex-showroom)TVS Jupiter is the best vehicle for refined performance and a comfortable ride, perfect for city commutes. The 109.7cc motor gives 5.8 kW and 8.8 Nm of torque. It does come with several practicalities, like a large footboard, an external fuel filler cap, and stylish LED DRLs. Low maintenance and balanced handling make it superbly cost-effective under Rs 80,000. 3. Yamaha Fascino 125 FiPrice: ₹ 79,900 - 94,769 (Ex-showroom)Yamaha Fascino 125Fi features a retro design integrated with the most modern technologies. Its 125cc engine produces 8.04 bhp and 10.3 Nm of torque. Moreover, the scooters have advanced LED headlamps, a digital-analogue instrument cluster, and Bluetooth connectivity. It is light and easy to handle, and its economical engine makes it just the right choice for those seeking style and practicality at a reasonably competitive price. 4. Hero Pleasure Plus XtecPrice: ₹ 70,838 - 82,738 (Ex-showroom)Hero Pleasure Plus Xtec is a stylish yet reasonable scooter. This two-wheeler would attract the young crowd. Further, the engine capacity is 110.9cc, which generates a power output of 8 bhp and 8.70 Nm of torque. This will include LED headlamps, a digital speedometer, and even Bluetooth for connectivity. Probably one of the favourite scooters for the young urban commuter, this scooter is lightweight and has an extremely smooth ride feel. The price tag matches the affordability of the scooter. 5. Suzuki Access 125Price: ₹ 80,700 - 91,300 (Ex-showroom)Suzuki Access 125 is one of the most popular scooters in its category and offers the utmost in performance and comfort. It comes with a 124cc engine kicking out 8.58 bhp and 10 Nm of torque. The scooter sports an extremely attractive chrome finish, an LED headlamp, and even a digital instrument cluster. Coupled with decent stability, ample storage underneath the seat, and good mileage, the Access 125 makes a robust case for the best value for money under Rs 80,000.Before you go, have a look at the Oben Electric Launches the Rorr EZ Electric Bike in India at Rs 89,999.Follow us for the Latest Bike Industry UpdatesFacebook - https://bit.ly/BikeJunction_offl_fb   Instagram-  https://bit.ly/BikeJunction_ofl_insta   Twitter - https://bit.ly/BikeJunction_ofl_twitter 

FADA (Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations) has announced its October 2024 sales report that registered a YoY increase of 36.34% and a MoM increase of 71.48%.  CategoryOctober 2024October 2023YoY %September 2024MoM %2-Wheeler2,065,0951,514,63436.34%15,14,63471.48% In October 2024, the industry clocked in a total sales volume of 2,065,095 units, whereas in October 2023, the industry saw sales of 1,514,634 units. This resulted in a 36.34% increase in YoY growth. Moreover, an impressive 71.48% growth in MoM sales is seen, as in September 2024, sales figures were 15,14,634 units. OEM-wise Market Share Data for October 2024 with YoY % 2-Wheeler OEMs Sales Figures & Market Share in October 2024Hero MotoCorp LTD sold the most two-wheelers in October 2024, with 576,532 units. This is a 37.70% increase from the 418,672 units they sold in October 2023. Moreover, their market share increased by 1.00%. Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India came in second, selling 554,249 units in October 2024. This is a 37.32% increase from the 403,604 units they sold in October 2023. Their market share also increased by 0.72%. TVS Motor Company Ltd. was third, selling 351,950 units in October 2024 compared to 252,359 units sold in October 2023. Their sales increased by 39.46%, and their market share increased by 2.29%. Bajaj Auto Ltd showed a 28.41% increase in sales, selling 230,254 units in October 2024 compared to 179,308 last year. Its market share declined slightly to 5.82%. Suzuki Motorcycle India witnessed a 32.49% YoY growth, with 106,362 units sold in October 2024, compared to 80,278 in October 2023. Suzuki’s market share decreased to 2.82%. Royal Enfield motorcycles experienced a 36.12% growth in sales, with 95,113 units sold in October 2024, up from 69,873 last year. Its market share decreased to 0.16%. Yamaha India sold 68,153 units in October 2024, which is a 22.80% increase from 55,497 units in October 2023. Moreover, their market share decreased to 9.93%.  In October 2024, Ola Electric reported total sales of 41,651, an impressive 74.33% increase compared to October 2023 sales of 23,892 units. Moreover, the company also gained a 27.86% market share rise.  Ather Energy Pvt Ltd sold 15,993 units in October 2024. For comparison, the company registered sales of 8,484 units in October 2023, reporting a whopping increase of 88.51%. Moreover, on the market share front, the company also experienced an increase of 38.26% this month. Classic Legends, which offers retro-style motorcycles, sold 4,180 units in October 2024. This represents a 50.58% growth from the 2,776 units sold in October 2023. Their market share also increased to 10.44%. Greaves Electric Mobility Pvt Ltd clocked in a total sales unit of 3,981 in October 2024, as compared to 4,184 units sold in October 2023. Due to this, the company saw a decline of 4.85% this month. Apart from this, the company also experienced a decline in its market share by 30.21% for October 2024.  Piaggio sold 3,241 units in October 2024, a 2.88% decrease from the 3,337 units sold in October 2023. The company’s market share also dropped slightly to 28.77%. The "Others Including EV" category showed an increase of 8.62% YoY, with sales of 13,436 units, up from 12,370 in October 2023.Before you go, don’t forget to check out the recently launched Royal Enfield Bear 650. Follow us for the Latest Bike Industry UpdatesFacebook - https://bit.ly/BikeJunction_offl_fb   Instagram-  https://bit.ly/BikeJunction_ofl_insta   Twitter - https://bit.ly/BikeJunction_ofl_twitter