Electric Scooters: News
05 Mar 2025
Electric Vehicles in IndiaUltraviolette Tesseract e-scooter, with 261km range, launched at ₹1.45 lakh
Ultraviolette Automotive has officially made its mark in the Indian electric scooter segment with the latest Ultraviolette Tesseract.
01 Jan 2025
Bajaj AutoBajaj overtakes Ola Electric to become India's highest-selling E2W brand
In a major turnaround in India's electric two-wheeler segment, Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor Company have beaten Ola Electric in December 2024 sales.
01 Jan 2025
HondaBookings for Honda's first electric scooters in India are open
Japanese automaker Honda is gearing up for the launch of its first electric two-wheelers, the Activa e: and QC1, at the 2025 Bharat Mobility Global Expo.
25 Dec 2024
Ola ElectricOla Electric opens 3,200 outlets as Bajaj leads EV segment
Ola Electric, under founder and CEO Bhavish Aggarwal, has expanded its retail presence from 800 to 4,000 outlets on Christmas.
23 Dec 2024
Electric Vehicles in IndiaIndia: By 2026, 1 in 5 scooters will be electric
The e-scooter segment in India is expected to make up one-fifth of the country's total two-wheeler market by FY26, Business Standard reported.
20 Dec 2024
Bajaj AutoBajaj's new Chetak e-scooters, with 153km range, launched at ₹1.2L
Bajaj Auto has unveiled its latest electric scooter, the Chetak 35 Series, from its Akurdi manufacturing facility.
05 Dec 2024
Ather EnergyAther launches 'Gold' service to offer EV customers VIP treatment
In a bid to enhance customer experience, electric vehicle maker Ather Energy has launched a new chain of premium service centers - 'Ather Gold.'
02 Dec 2024
Bhavish AggarwalOla Electric expanding from 800 to 4,000 stores by year-end
Ola Electric has announced an ambitious plan to expand its retail network from the current 800 stores to a staggering 4,000 by December 20. That's a five-fold increase in just three weeks.
24 Nov 2024
Bhavish AggarwalOla Electric teases its first scooter with swappable battery
Ola Electric is all set to disrupt the last-mile mobility segment with its upcoming electric scooter.
17 Nov 2024
SuzukiSuzuki to launch first electric scooter in India next year
Suzuki will enter the electric scooter segment in 2025 with an electrified version of its best-selling model, the Access.
11 Nov 2024
Bhavish AggarwalOla Electric close to achieving profitability, says CEO Bhavish Aggarwal
Ola Electric, a major player in India's electric vehicle (EV) space, is moving closer to profitability.
04 Nov 2024
HondaHonda Activa, India's most popular scooter, is getting electrified
Honda has unveiled its ambitious plan for the electric two-wheeler segment, including an electric version of its popular Activa scooter in India by the end of this year.
08 Oct 2024
Ola ElectricOla Electric served notice over alleged consumer rights violation
India's Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has served a show-cause notice to Ola Electric over violations of consumer rights.
27 Sep 2024
Ola ElectricOla Electric launches HyperService initiative to address after-sales service issues
Ola Electric has launched a new initiative called HyperService, aimed at addressing the growing concerns related to after-sales services.
23 Sep 2024
Ola ElectricOla Electric's sales decline 34%, complaints surge to 80,000/month
Ola Electric, a prominent electric scooter manufacturer based in Bengaluru, is facing a challenging period marked by declining sales and escalating customer complaints.
15 Sep 2024
Electric VehiclesElectric two-wheelers to capture 13% market in India by 2026-27
The adoption of electric two-wheelers (E2Ws) in India is steadily increasing, with a projected market share of over 13% by the fiscal year (FY) 2026-27, according to investment banking firm Jefferies.
02 Sep 2024
Ather EnergySales of electric 2-wheelers in India slump 18% in August
India's electric two-wheeler (E2W) market experienced a significant downturn in August, with month-on-month (MoM) sales dropping by nearly 18% to 88,473 units.
17 Aug 2024
Indian GovernmentGogoro postpones India expansion plans, launches bike-taxi pilot with Rapido
Taiwanese electric two-wheeler manufacturer, Gogoro, has decided to postpone its ambitious expansion plans in India.
25 Jul 2024
Reliance JioReliance Jio, MediaTek partner to make digital dashboards for e-scooters
Reliance Jio has teamed up with Taiwanese semiconductor giant MediaTek to cater to the growing electric scooter market.
16 Jun 2024
YamahaYamaha's unique electric scooter for India: What we know
Yamaha is gearing up to launch an electric scooter in India, marking its foray into the country's electric vehicle (EV) market.
01 Jun 2024
Ola ElectricOla Electric sees 6% sales boost, captures 49% market share
Ola Electric, a prominent electric scooter manufacturer, has reported a sales increase of 6.26% in May 2024, selling a total of 37,191 units.
19 May 2024
Indian GovernmentARAI initiates crash tests on electric scooters in India
In a significant move, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) has conducted three separate crash tests on electric two-wheelers.
13 May 2024
TVS Motor CompanyTVS's flagship iQube ST electric scooter boasts 150km of range
TVS Motor has unveiled its premium iQube ST electric scooter in India, priced at ₹1.85 lakh (ex-showroom).
20 Apr 2024
HondaHonda prepares for Activa EV scooter with increased production
Honda is enhancing its manufacturing capabilities in anticipation of the upcoming Activa EV scooter in India.
15 Apr 2024
OlaOla S1 X becomes cheaper, now starts at ₹70,000
Ola Electric has reduced the price of its S1 X model, with the electric scooter now starting from ₹69,999.
08 Apr 2024
Electric VehiclesLectrix EV launches high-speed e-scooter in India at ₹50,000
Lectrix EV, the electric mobility division of SAR Group, has launched a high-speed electric scooter priced at ₹49,999.
06 Apr 2024
Ather EnergyAther Energy announces AtherStack 6.0 software update: Check new features
Ather Energy has announced the launch of its latest software update, AtherStack 6.0, at the 2024 Community Day event.
06 Apr 2024
Ather EnergyAther Rizta electric scooter goes official at ₹1.10 lakh
Ather Energy, a prominent player in the electric vehicle industry, has introduced its latest scooter, the Rizta, to the Indian market.
01 Apr 2024
Ather EnergyAther Rizta EV's renders and official teasers confirm key details
Ather Energy is set to launch its new Rizta EV on April 6.
29 Mar 2024
Ather EnergyPre-bookings for Ather Rizta electric scooter open in India
Ather Energy is set to unveil its newest family scooter, the Rizta, on April 6 in India.
24 Mar 2024
Bajaj AutoBajaj Auto set to unveil budget-friendly variant of Chetak e-scooter
Bajaj Auto, one of India's prominent two-wheeler makers, has revealed its intention to launch a cost-effective version of its electric scooter, the Chetak.
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.
