Royal Enfield has been hard at work developing EV technology, which has produced the Electrik01 prototype. For a legacy company like Royal Enfield, the transition to EVs is relatively easy, but it will be interesting to see where the brand goes.
The L-platform, codenamed for the first electric vehicle platform from Royal Enfield, will have a variety of model/body styles designated L1A, L1B, and L1C. The EV lineup will meet the wide range of motorcycle needs of customers throughout the world. Launched in H2 2024, the L-series platform is built with a 96V architecture for an electrifying performance.
Royal Enfield intends to spend between $100 and $150 million on the advancement of electric vehicles. And has begun developing its specific platform, known as “L.” Royal Enfield anticipates selling between 1.2 and 1.8 lakh electrified motorcycles annually. Within the upcoming 12 months, a prototype is expected to be displayed. A product that is ready for launch by H2 2024 would follow validation by the end of 2023.
The L-series EV platform will be used to construct a variety of body types. According to Royal Enfield’s marketing strategies, it will be promoted to international markets in addition to India. In the interim, RE must plan how to reconcile serving its current classic bike fan base with its upcoming EV clients.
Recently, RE invested 50 million euros in the Spanish 2-wheel electric vehicle startup Stark Future SL. In exchange for a 10% ownership stake in the EV business, RE received 55,363 Class A shares of Stark Future SL. A deal was made and finalised on January 31, 2023. In order to conduct research, share technologies, provide technical licences, and produce electric motorcycles, both businesses have entered into an agreement. Stark Future SL has made their VARG electric motocross motorcycle available since 2020.
Royal Enfield has experienced great revenue and profit growth in recent years. Its partnership with Stark, however, now results in hefty operational expenditures. Royal Enfield has invested a lot of money in product development in terms of technology. However, the company has yet to demonstrate its digital and electric technology. Even though the manufacturer has a strong following in India, there is room for expansion in terms of its small but expanding global footprint and brand recognition.
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