TVS Orbiter V1 vs Hero Vida VX2: Range, BaaS pricing & more compared

TVS Orbiter V1 vs Hero Vida VX2: Range, BaaS pricing & more compared

India’s electric two-wheeler space is seeing rapid expansion, and manufacturers are now experimenting with the popular BaaS ownership models to make EVs more accessible. Recently, TVS Motor Company introduced the new TVS Orbiter V1 along with a Battery-As-A-Service (BaaS) option. The move puts it in direct competition with the Hero Vida VX2 from Hero MotoCorp’s electric brand Vida. What is the BaaS ownership model? The BaaS system separates the cost of the battery from the vehicle itself. In...
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Mahindra’s massive Make In India push: 35,000 Scorpio Pik-Ups to be exported to Indonesia

Mahindra’s massive Make In India push: 35,000 Scorpio Pik-Ups to be exported to Indonesia

Mahindra and Mahindra has announced that it will supply 35,000 units of Scorpio Pik Up vehicles in 2026 to Agrinas Pangan Nusantara, an Indonesian state-owned enterprise, for the Koperasi Desa/Kelurahan Merah Putih (KDKMP) Project. Notably, this single order is larger than Mahindra’s total vehicle exports recorded in FY25. These made-in-India Pik Ups will play a crucial role in enhancing logistics for Koperasi (Cooperatives) being set up in the country. Under this partnership, Mahindra and Agr...
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FASTag annual pass rollout today: Easy steps to activate Rs 3,000 annual pass, benefits, toll trips, and important FAQs

FASTag annual pass rollout today: Easy steps to activate Rs 3,000 annual pass, benefits, toll trips, and important FAQs

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is set to launch the FASTag Annual Pass today on 15 August 2025, providing private vehicle owners a convenient way to avoid multiple toll payments with a single prepaid pass. Priced at Rs 3,000 for 2025–26, the pass permits up to 200 trips on designated National Highway and National Expressway toll plazas, or is valid for one year from activation—whichever comes first. Applicable only to private cars, jeeps, and vans, the Annual Pass streamline...
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Zelio Knight+ e-scooter launched at Rs 59,990: 100 km range, cruise control & more!

Zelio Knight+ e-scooter launched at Rs 59,990: 100 km range, cruise control & more!

Zelo Knight+ launched at Rs 59,990. Zelo Electric has expanded its electric scooter lineup with the launch of the Knight+, priced at Rs 59,990, ex-showroom. Here’s a quick look at what this affordable electric scooter has to offer. Zeli Knight+ e-scooter: Key details In terms of design, it sports a raked front apron with a large headlamp, integrated turn indicators on the side panels, and a sharp, angular silhouette that tapers toward the rear. It gets a single-piece flat seat and a digital in...
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Evolving Indian consumer and their electric vehicle needs: A deep dive

Evolving Indian consumer and their electric vehicle needs: A deep dive

Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd. This article is authored by Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility LtdIndia’s transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is no longer merely a technology upgrade but represents a fundamental shift in the consumer psyche. What was once considered a niche or aspirational choice is now increasingly seen as a practical solution. While EVs find their way to the mainstream, they are get...
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2025 Maruti Suzuki Eeco launched Rs 5.7 lakh: Gets 6 airbags, caption seats

2025 Maruti Suzuki Eeco launched Rs 5.7 lakh: Gets 6 airbags, caption seats

Maruti Suzuki India has launched the updated 2025 Maruti Suzuki Eeco in the Indian market starting from Rs 5.7 lakh (ex-showroom). The 2025 model gets additional safety features and redesigned seating arrangements and all variants of the Eeco now come standard with six airbags. Additionally, the previous 7-seat version has been replaced by a newly introduced 6-seat configuration. Interested customers can book the MPV online or by visiting their nearest dealership, Deliveries are expected to begi...
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Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 gets six airbags as standard: Details

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 gets six airbags as standard: Details

Maruti Suzuki India recently updated the Maruti Suzuki Celerio and Maruti Brezzza SUV with six airbags as standard across all various with increased price. And now, the company has updated the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 with six airbags as standard across all variants. With the update, the price of the Alto K10 has been hiked by Rs 16,000, depending upon the variant. The new Maruti Alto K10 is offered in four main variants – Standard, LXi, VXi, and VXi+, with a starting price of Rs 4.23 lakh (...
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