Two Wheelers News

In the latest interaction session with FADA Governing Council Members, the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways of India Nitin Gadkari has informed that the electric and biofuel operated two-wheelers can be used as a taxi.

The Ather 450 was the company's halo product launched back in 2018 and helped the Bengaluru start-up put its name on the map in the electric mobility sector. The company is now replacing the 450 with new and improved 450 Plus and 450X that share the same underpinnings but with hardware and software enhancements.

Hero MotoCorp has appointed Michael Clarke as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO). He will be based out of India and will join office from January 1, 2021.

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has revised the two-wheeler helmet standards in India. In a press brief, the ministry said that helmets have been now categorised under compulsory Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification and publication of Quality Control Order.

The draft rules define Vintage Motor Vehicles as those which are two-wheelers and four-wheelers (non-commercial/personal use) and are more than 50 years old from the date of their first registration.

The 2021 Honda Rebel 1100 is based on the engine of the Honda Africa Twin, and will be offered on sale in international markets in early 2021.

Yamaha has introduced an updated 125 cc scooter for European markets, in the form of the 2021 Yamaha D'elight 125.

The new TVS ARIVE app is available on Android Auto and iOS platforms and uses augmented reality to offer an in-depth look at the company's product range.