Electric Scooters: News
08 Mar 2024
Ola ElectricOla Electric announces Women's Day offers on S1 scooter range
In honor of International Women's Day, Ola Electric is offering special deals on its S1 electric scooter lineup from March 8 to 10.
08 Mar 2024
FAME IICentre denies FAME-II EV scheme extension beyond March 31
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has put an end to recent rumors, stating that the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles in India (FAME-II) scheme will not be extended by four months.
07 Mar 2024
KomakiKomaki's new EV offers 100km range, costs under Rs. 70,000
Komaki Electric has re-launched its stylish Flora electric scooter in India, with an attractive price tag of Rs. 69,000 (ex-showroom).
07 Mar 2024
Ather EnergyAther bosses reveal details of upcoming Rizta EV
Tarun Mehta and Swapnil Jain, Ather Energy's co-founders, have unveiled new information about the upcoming Rizta family electric scooter.
07 Mar 2024
Ather EnergyAther is now delivering its flagship 450 Apex EV
Ather Energy, a Bengaluru-based EV maker, has started the delivery of its limited-edition electric scooter, the 450 Apex, across India.
05 Mar 2024
Ola ElectricOla S1 Pro Gen 2 gets PLI certificate for localization
Ola Electric's S1 Pro Gen 2 scooter has been awarded a Production Linked Incentive (PLI) certificate, thanks to achieving over 50% localization.
04 Mar 2024
Ather EnergyAther Energy's electric scooters up in flames inside truck
A shocking video has emerged online, revealing at least four Ather Energy electric scooters engulfed in flames inside a transport truck.
03 Mar 2024
Electric VehiclesAVVENIRE reveals TECTUS EV as futuristic all-terrain mobility scooter
AVVENIRE, a United States (US)-based EV start-up, has taken the wraps off an innovative all-season mobility scooter, the TECTUS, for global markets.
03 Mar 2024
Hero MotoCorpHow Hero VIDA V1 Plus fares against Bajaj Chetak
After a hiatus of a few months, Hero MotoCorp has brought back the VIDA V1 Plus trim in India with a price tag of Rs. 1.15 lakh (ex-showroom).
02 Mar 2024
Ola ElectricAttractive discount on Ola scooters in March: Check prices
Ola Electric has revealed that it will continue offering discounted prices on its electric two-wheeler models, S1 Pro, S1 Air, and S1 X+ (3kWh), until the end of March 2024.
02 Mar 2024
Ola ElectricOla Electric clocks record 35,000 registrations in February
Ola Electric has experienced a massive surge in monthly registrations, clocking 35,000 registrations in February 2024 alone.
29 Feb 2024
Hero MotoCorpHero VIDA V1 Plus EV reintroduced with cheaper price tag
Hero MotoCorp, India's largest bikemaker, has brought back the VIDA V1 Plus trim. The V1 Plus was initially launched with the V1 Pro but was later discontinued.
28 Feb 2024
Ola ElectricOla's AI chatbot says rival Ather's EV is best
Ola's Krutrim AI chatbot has declared Ather Energy's 450X Gen3 as India's top electric scooter, ignoring the company's own flagship S1 Pro model.
27 Feb 2024
Ather EnergyAther Energy to introduce Rizta electric scooter on April 6
Ather Energy, an auto company based in Bengaluru, is set to unveil its latest electric scooter, the Ather Rizta, on April 6.
23 Feb 2024
Ather EnergyAther Energy updates 450X, 450S EVs with new features
Ather Energy has rolled out new updates for the 450X and 450S electric scooters, including a protective belt cover and a revamped Ather logo at the rear.
22 Feb 2024
BounceBounce Infinity E1+ EV becomes cheaper by Rs. 24,000
Bounce, an electric vehicle (EV) start-up based in Bengaluru, has slashed the price of its popular electric scooter, the Infinity E1+, by Rs. 24,000.
21 Feb 2024
Ather EnergyAther Energy starts production of its most powerful EV
Ather Energy, the Bengaluru-based EV maker, has kicked off production of its most powerful electric scooter, the 450 Apex.
17 Feb 2024
Ather EnergyUpcoming Ather Rizta teased again before launch: What to expect
Ather Energy, a Bengaluru-based EV start-up, is gearing up to introduce a new electric scooter called Rizta, which is primarily designed with families in mind.
16 Feb 2024
Ola ElectricOla S1 EV range becomes cheaper by Rs. 25,000
Ola Electric has slashed the prices of its electric scooter range, which includes the S1 Pro, S1 Air, and S1 X+ models, by up to Rs. 25,000.
04 Feb 2024
Ola ElectricIs Ola S1 X (4kWh) better than the Ather 450S
Ola Electric has introduced a new top-end variant for its most affordable offering, the S1 X. The new version now features a larger 4kWh battery pack and costs Rs. 1.1 lakh (ex-showroom).
03 Feb 2024
Latest ScootersNeed large storage space on your scooter? Check best options
The scooter market in India has been growing rapidly in the past decade.
02 Feb 2024
Ola ElectricOla S1 X gets two new variants: Check features, prices
Ola Electric, India's largest electric two-wheeler maker, has introduced two new variants for its most affordable scooter, the S1 X, on our shores.
29 Jan 2024
Ola ElectricEverything we know about Ola Electric's upcoming commercial e-scooter
Ola Electric is working on a new electric scooter, specifically designed for the commercial market. It will be unlike its S1 e-scooter series aimed at private consumers.
27 Jan 2024
OlaOla Mobility expands e-bike taxi service to Delhi, Hyderabad
Following a successful pilot program in Bengaluru, Ola Mobility has launched its e-bike taxi service in Delhi and Hyderabad.
22 Jan 2024
Ather EnergyEverything we know about Ather Rizta e-scooter arriving in mid-2024
Ather Energy is gearing up to launch its latest electric scooter, the Ather Rizta, in India.
15 Jan 2024
Ather EnergyHow Ather 450 Apex fares against Ola S1 Pro
To commemorate its 10th anniversary, Bengaluru-based Ather Energy recently introduced the 450 Apex in India with a price tag of Rs. 1.89 lakh (ex-showroom, excluding FAME 2 subsidy).
10 Jan 2024
Ather EnergyAther 450S becomes cheaper by Rs. 20,000: Check new prices
With competition heating up in the electric scooter market in India, Ather Energy has lowered the price of its entry-level model, the 450S, by Rs. 20,000.
06 Jan 2024
Ather EnergyAther launches 450 Apex, its most expensive scooter: Check price
Ather Energy has launched the 450 Apex electric scooter in India, providing an upgraded riding experience compared to its predecessor, the 450X.
05 Jan 2024
Bajaj AutoHow 2024 Bajaj Chetak e-scooter fares against Ather 450S
Bajaj Auto, one of India's largest two-wheeler makers, has launched the 2024 version of its popular e-scooter, the Chetak.
04 Jan 2024
Bajaj Auto2024 Bajaj Chetak electric scooter debuts at Rs. 1.15 lakh
Bajaj Auto has launched its 2024 Chetak electric scooter in India, showcasing state-of-the-art technology and improved performance.
03 Jan 2024
Bajaj AutoBajaj Chetak Premium's design, features revealed ahead of launch
Homegrown bikemaker Bajaj Auto is all set to reveal the 2024 iteration of the Chetak Premium EV in India on January 5.
03 Jan 2024
AmpereAmpere NXG e-scooter spotted testing in India: What to expect
The Ampere NXG e-scooter, first shown as a concept at Auto Expo 2023, has been spotted during testing before its anticipated India launch.
02 Jan 2024
Bajaj AutoBajaj Auto to launch updated Chetak Premium on January 5
Bajaj Auto will unveil an upgraded version of its Chetak Premium e-scooter in India on January 5, boasting new features like a TFT display.
02 Jan 2024
Ather EnergyAther Energy partners with Google Maps to bring two-wheeler-specific routes
Ather Energy has revealed an over-the-air (OTA) update for its flagship 450X scooter, bringing major enhancements to the built-in navigation system.
01 Jan 2024
Ola ElectricOla Electric records highest monthly registrations in December 2023
Ola Electric achieved a record-breaking 30,219 registrations in December 2023, boasting a 74% year-on-year growth and a 40% market share in the electric two-wheeler segment.
31 Dec 2023
Ola ElectricYou may soon be able to rent an Ola e-scooter
Ola Electric's CEO Bhavish Aggarwal recently shared his thoughts on X (formerly Twitter) about launching a rental service for its S1 electric scooters in tourist cities across India.
31 Dec 2023
Bajaj AutoBajaj Auto to introduce updated Chetak EV on January 9
Bajaj Auto is gearing up to unveil the 2024 iteration of its popular electric scooter, the Chetak, on January 9 in India.
31 Dec 2023
Electric Vehicles in IndiaElectric scooters, motorcycles set to debut in India in 2024
The Indian electric two-wheeler market is set to experience a surge of new launches in 2024.
29 Dec 2023
Ola ElectricHow Simple Dot One fares against Ola S1 Pro
Simple Energy introduced the Dot One scooter in India on December 15 at an introductory price of Rs. 99,000 (ex-showroom).
28 Dec 2023
Ather EnergyAther 450X Apex to be launched on January 6
Ather Energy is gearing up for a live event on January 6 to unveil its latest flagship scooter, the 450X Apex.
23 Dec 2023
Electric Vehicles in IndiaTop 5 electric scooters launched in India in 2023
The electric scooter market in India grew at an unprecedented rate in 2023.
18 Dec 2023
Indian GovernmentFAME subsidy removal on electric two-wheelers under consideration: Expected impact
The Indian government is likely to discontinue subsidies for electric two-wheelers in the coming weeks.
16 Dec 2023
Simple EnergySimple Dot One vs Ather 450S vs Ola S1 X+
Simple Energy's most affordable electric scooter, the Dot One, has gone official in India with an introductory price tag of Rs. 99,000 (ex-showroom).
15 Dec 2023
Simple EnergySimple Energy's most affordable EV launched at Rs. 1 lakh
Simple Energy has launched its most affordable electric scooter, the Dot One, in India at a special introductory price of Rs. 99,000 (ex-showroom).
12 Dec 2023
IndiaGogoro arrives in India with battery swapping stations, electric scooter
E-scooter and battery-swapping giant Gogoro is making a significant expansion into India, by introducing a new locally-produced electric scooter, the Gogoro CrossOver GX250.
12 Dec 2023
Ather EnergyAther 450 Apex bookings open, new Warp+ riding mode revealed
Ather Energy's upcoming electric scooter, Ather 450 Apex, is getting closer to its launch, and the EV maker has opened bookings.
11 Dec 2023
Electric Vehicles in IndiaKinetic Green launches Zulu electric scooter at Rs. 95,000
Kinetic Green is bringing back the iconic Zulu brand with an electric twist, launching the Zulu electric scooter in India at Rs. 95,000 (ex-showroom).
10 Dec 2023
Ola ElectricOla begins delivering S1 X+ in India: Check top alternatives
Bengaluru-based Ola Electric, India's largest electric two-wheeler manufacturer, has started delivering the S1 X+ electric scooter.
09 Dec 2023
HondaHonda Activa to go all-electric in 2024: What to expect
Honda is set to reveal the all-electric version of its popular Activa scooter at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. The event begins on January 9.
04 Dec 2023
Ather EnergyAther claims 100,000km battery life on 450 lineup: Top features
Bengaluru-based Ather Energy has been pushing the boundaries of electric mobility in the Indian two-wheeler market since its debut.
02 Dec 2023
Ola ElectricOla Electric to release MoveOS 4 in December
Ola Electric announced at its recent EndICEage event that the latest version of its software, MoveOS 4, will be available to the public in December.
01 Dec 2023
Bajaj AutoBajaj Chetak, with longer riding range, to debut soon
Bajaj Auto is all set to update the Chetak EV range in India soon.
30 Nov 2023
Ather EnergyWhat to expect from 450 Apex, Ather's fastest electric scooter
Ather Energy has released a teaser video for its upcoming high-speed electric scooter, dubbed the 450 Apex.
22 Nov 2023
Ather EnergyAther Energy's new electric scooters expected to arrive in 2024
Bengaluru-based Ather Energy's CEO, Tarun Mehta has announced plans to launch a family electric scooter in India by 2024.
21 Nov 2023
AutoGogoro Crossover EV to be launched in India next month
Taiwanese electric vehicle (EV) company Gogoro is gearing up to introduce its first offering in India, the Gogoro Crossover, this December, according to carandbike.
16 Nov 2023
Ather EnergyAther's new family-oriented electric scooter spied testing: What to expect
A near-production-ready mule of Ather Energy's highly anticipated family-oriented electric scooter has been seen undergoing testing in Bengaluru.
14 Nov 2023
AutoShared mobility to constitute 7% of urban travel by 2030
A report by US-based consulting firm Oliver Wyman forecasts a shift in urban transportation, expecting the use of shared mobility like ride-hailing and electric scooters to climb from 3% to 7% by 2030.
29 Oct 2023
Electric VehiclesHow Gogoro 2 Series fares against Ola S1 Pro
Gogoro, the Taiwan-based EV maker with its in-house developed smart battery swapping network, is gearing up to introduce the 2 Series scooter in India soon.
28 Oct 2023
Electric Vehicles in IndiaGreaves Electric Mobility refunds Rs. 124 crore FAME-II subsidy
Greaves Electric Mobility has refunded approximately Rs. 124 crore to the Centre in subsidies obtained through the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid and) Electric Vehicles (FAME-II) initiative in India.
26 Oct 2023
HondaHonda reveals SC e scooter with stylish looks, swappable batteries
Honda revealed its newest electric scooter, the SC e: concept at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show.
24 Oct 2023
AutoGogoro's latest electric scooter is a 'two-wheel SUV'
Gogoro, a prominent company in the swappable battery market for light electric vehicles, has introduced its latest 'Gogoro CrossOver Smartscooter.'
21 Oct 2023
Ola ElectricOla S1 X+ begins arriving at dealerships in India
The S1 X+ electric scooter, unveiled by Ola Electric in August, has officially begun arriving at dealerships for prospective buyers to see it up close. The scooter is priced at Rs. 1.1 lakh (ex-showroom) in India.
19 Oct 2023
OkayaOkaya Motofaast vs Ola S1 Pro: Which EV is better
Homegrown EV maker Okaya has introduced its newest offering, the Motofaast, in India with a price tag of Rs. 1.37 lakh (ex-showroom). The e-scooter is available in seven vivid color schemes with attractive graphics.
18 Oct 2023
OkayaOkaya Motofaast EV launched in India at Rs. 1.37 lakh
Homegrown EV maker Okaya has introduced its newest electric scooter, the Motofaast, in the Indian market with a price tag of Rs. 1.37 lakh (ex-showroom).
16 Oct 2023
Odysse E2GoOdysse E2go Graphene electric scooter launched: Check price, features
Odysse Electric Vehicles has introduced a new version of its E2go electric scooter, called the Graphene, priced at Rs. 63,550 (ex-showroom).
14 Oct 2023
Ola ElectricDeliveries of Ola S1 Pro Gen 2 electric scooter underway
Ola Electric has begun the deliveries of its latest flagship electric scooter, the S1 Pro Gen 2, as a follow-up to the first-generation model.
11 Oct 2023
Electric VehiclesRunR HS electric scooter launched at Rs. 1.25 lakh
Homegrown automaker RunR Mobility, a company previously focused on the B2B segment, has now ventured into the Direct-to-Customer (D2C) market with the launch of its electric scooter, the HS EV.
09 Oct 2023
ChinaCentre demands $60 million refund from e-scooter makers: Here's why
The Indian government is calling on six electric scooter manufacturers, including Hero Electric Vehicles Pvt, to return $60 million (nearly Rs. 500 crore) in subsidies for breaking localization rules, Bloomberg reports.
05 Oct 2023
Ather EnergyAther to commemorate its 10th anniversary with 450X Special Edition
As Ather Energy nears its 10th anniversary, the Bengaluru-based electric scooter maker is gearing up to launch a Special Edition of its popular 450X model.
05 Oct 2023
Electric Vehicles in IndiaPURE EPluto 7G Max debuts in India: Check pricing, features
Homegrown EV start-up PURE EV has launched an all-new Max variant of its popular EPluto 7G electric scooter, with a price tag of Rs. 1.15 lakh (ex-showroom).
30 Sep 2023
Electric VehiclesMXMOTO MXV Eco goes official in India: Check top features
Homegrown EV start-up MXMOTO has taken the wraps off its all-new electric scooter, the MXV Eco, with a starting price tag of Rs. 84,999 (ex-showroom).
26 Sep 2023
Electric Vehicles in IndiaElectric One launches E1 Astro and E1 Astro Pro scooters
Homegrown automaker Electric One has launched two electric scooters in the Indian market, the E1 Astro and E1 Astro Pro.
23 Sep 2023
Ather EnergyAther planning to launch an affordable 450S HR soon
Indian e-scooter manufacturer Ather Energy is set to launch the 450S HR, a new variation of its affordable 450S model, soon.
15 Sep 2023
HondaHonda revives its 1980s micro-scooter in a foldable all-electric avatar
Honda is bringing back its iconic 1980s micro-scooter, the Motocompo, as a new all-electric model called, Motocompacto.
14 Sep 2023
AcerAcer unveils its first electric scooter in India: Check features
Acer has unveiled its first electric scooter, the MUVI 125 4G, at the EV India Expo 2023 in Greater Noida.
05 Sep 2023
AutoBGauss C12i EX e-scooter debuts in India at Rs. 1.0L
Indian electric two-wheeler manufacturer, BGauss, has launched its latest offering, the C12i EX. It will sell alongside the C12i MAX variant.