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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Vida Z based VX-2 electric scooter teased for the first time
Hero is reportedly working on two new and more affordable versions of its Vida product range. Check Offers Hero MotoCorp, Vida have released the first teaser for their upcoming electric scooter on their social media channels. Images of the new electric scooter were leaked online earlier. The launch of the new electric scooter is slated to happen on July 1. The VX2 is expected to be positioned below the V2 in the portfolio. The scooter that was spotted earlier had a smaller TFT display and the switchgear is shared with the V2. However, there is a physical keyhole that hints towards, the VX2 being a more budget-oriented electric scooter. The V2 is offered in three battery pack options, and the VX2, which was also spotted, also boasted a 'Plus' suffix, hinting towards multiple variants being on offer. The leaked image also revealed that the alloy wheels of the new electric scooter will be shared with the V2. The Vida V2 consists of three variants right now. There is V2 Lite, V2 Plus, and V2 Pro. Emphasis on Affordability Hero MotoCorp is reportedly developing a new electric vehicle platform called ACPD, designed to bring down production costs. While the specifics of the upcoming models are still under wraps, this initiative aims to make electric scooters more competitively priced—potentially aligning them with traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) models. Currently, Hero manufactures approximately 7,000 electric scooters monthly. With the introduction of the new models based on the ACPD platform, this figure is expected to more than double, reaching up to 15,000 units per month. Also Read : Hero HF 100 receives OBD-2B compliance, priced at ₹ 60,118 Strengthening the Dealer Network To support its growing EV ambitions, Hero continues to aggressively expand its Vida brand's retail footprint. The company now boasts 203 Vida outlets, which include 180 full-fledged dealerships spread across 116 cities. This expansion is aimed at enhancing customer accessibility and offering reliable after-sales service across more urban and semi-urban locations. Also Read : Hero XPulse 210 deliveries begin from new Premia dealerships Sharp Rise in FY2025 Sales Hero's push into the EV space is already bearing fruit. In FY2025, the company sold 48,673 electric two-wheelers—a significant 175% increase compared to the 17,720 units sold in FY2024. This growth reflects rising consumer interest in the Vida range, which competes against major players like Ola Electric, Ather Energy, Bajaj, TVS, and Ampere. The current Vida V2 lineup is priced between ₹ 74,000 and ₹ 1.15 lakh (ex-showroom). A recent price revision has positioned the entry-level model more competitively, undercutting several key rivals in the segment. Check out Upcoming EV Bikes in India. First Published Date: 05 Jun 2025, 10:42 AM IST
NDTV
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Hero MotoCorp's Vida To Launch Two New Electric Scooters On 1st July
Hero MotoCorp is trying to diversify its electric scooter lineup in India. Recently, the brand revealed that it will launch two new electric scooters on 1st July. The brand also claimed that the upcoming scooters will be a part of the Vida portfolio. With the announcement of the upcoming electric two-wheelers, Hero will be aiming at making the segment more affordable for the masses. Also Read: Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R Price Slashed By Rs 40,000 In May During the announcement, Hero did not spill much details about the upcoming electric scooters. However, sources claim that the brand is working on a cost-effective EV platform, called ACPD. With this, the upcoming vehicles in the Vida lineup are expected to be priced around the entry-level ICE scooters in the Indian market. Also, these electric scooters are likely to stand different from the already existing V2 series and recently unveiled Z series of the brand. Hero Vida Currently, Vida has three models in its Indian portfolio, namely- the Vida V2 Lite, the Vida V2 Plus and the Vida V2 Pro. All these models are available at a starting price of Rs 74,000 (ex-showroom) and goes up to Rs 1.15 lakh (ex-showroom). Also, Vida is likely to expand its dealership networks, it currently has more than 200 touchpoints that includes 180 dealership expanding across 116 cities in India. Hero has showcased significant improvement in the electric two-wheeler sales in FY2025. It registered 175 percent growth, recording sales of 48,673 units in FY25, which earlier stood at 17,720 units in FY24. Also, Hero is likely to increase its production capacity to more than 15,000 units per month from 7,000 electric-scooter units per month, post-announcement of the new two-wheelers.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Arlington, Virginia, county board blocks police coordination with ICE in more cases
The County Board of Arlington, Virginia, voted this week to further restrict police cooperation with ICE in a move the state's attorney general said only benefits "illegal immigrants that have committed some of the most heinous acts, whether it's human trafficking or even acts of terrorism." Sections of the Arlington County Trust Policy were removed to eliminate "instances in which ACPD can initiate contact with ICE regarding immigration enforcement," the county said on its website. "Banning local police from alerting ICE, from terrorists, from MS-13 gang members, from human traffickers, that is not compassion. That's actually negligence," Arlington Attorney General Jason Miyares told Fox News after the vote. "I want to be clear, this present policy does absolutely nothing to make Arlington safe. It makes it less safe. The only people that benefit from this are illegal immigrants that have committed some of the most heinous acts, whether it's human trafficking or even acts of terrorism. It does not protect the community, does not protect Arlington, does not protect Virginians." Gov. Youngkin Proposes Withholding State Funding From Virginia's 'Sanctuary Cities' A copy of the old Trust Policy, which the county said was first adopted in July 2022 to ensure residents can interact with the local government without fear of action by federal immigration authorities, outlined the instances in which the Arlington County Police Department could reach out to ICE. Read On The Fox News App It said ACPD could contact federal immigration authorities if someone was an "undocumented immigrant" who "has been identified as a gang member and is wanted or arrested for a violent felony or a criminal street gang offense," or if they were "arrested for a terrorism or human trafficking offense," according to a copy of the policy obtained by WJLA. Virginia Gov Promises 'Full Cooperation' With Ice To Deport Illegal Immigrants However, the updated policy no longer includes that language. "To be clear, breaking the law is still breaking the law. This decision does not change that, and if a crime is committed, law enforcement will respond," Takis Karantonis, the chair of the Arlington County Board, said in a statement. "The decision to remove Section 7 and related language comes in the wake of the federal administration's ongoing erosion of the constitutional right to due process, which every person has regardless of their status," he added. "The rhetoric and actions of this administration have led to tremendous stress and fear in our community, and we want to make sure all residents feel safe in engaging with local government, particularly with local law enforcement." Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has come out against the vote, writing on X, "The Arlington County Board's latest action to prohibit Arlington Police from any cooperation with ICE, even regarding violent MS-13 gang members who are illegally here, is dereliction of duty and a betrayal of the oath they swore to protect their constituents. "At what point did protecting violent illegal immigrants become more important than protecting your constituents?" he added. "The Virginia Homeland Security Task Force has been working in Arlington County, catching and arresting violent criminals, including MS-13 gang members. That will continue — unabated — in Arlington and around the Commonwealth." Stephen Miller, White House deputy chief of staff for policy and Homeland Security advisor said, "The Democrat Party is fully radicalized against Americans." When asked by Fox News Digital Friday for a reaction to the vote, DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said, "These sanctuary politicians are playing Russian roulette with American lives. "While Arlington Country sanctuary politicians work to thwart ICE, DHS will continue arresting criminal illegal aliens and getting them out of our country. Radical sanctuary politicians need to put the safety of the American people first, not criminal illegal aliens. No American wants criminal illegal aliens loose on America's streets and neither should our leaders who represent them," she added. "We find it extremely troubling that Arlington County leaders made the decision to prioritize politics ahead of public safety," ICE acting Director Todd M. Lyons said in a statement to Fox News. "Prohibiting local law enforcement from alerting federal authorities to the presence of an egregious hazard to their community only emboldens criminal offenders while putting people at risk." The agency has made 17 arrests in Arlington County so far this fiscal year, and three of those arrested were confirmed MS-13 gang members. Fox News' Casey Clark contributed to this article source: Arlington, Virginia, county board blocks police coordination with ICE in more cases
Fox News
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
Arlington, Virginia, county board blocks police coordination with ICE in more cases
The County Board of Arlington, Virginia, voted this week to further restrict police cooperation with ICE in a move the state's attorney general said only benefits "illegal immigrants that have committed some of the most heinous acts, whether it's human trafficking or even acts of terrorism." Sections of the Arlington County Trust Policy were removed to eliminate "instances in which ACPD can initiate contact with ICE regarding immigration enforcement," the county said on its website. "Banning local police from alerting ICE, from terrorists, from MS-13 gang members, from human traffickers, that is not compassion. That's actually negligence," Arlington Attorney General Jason Miyares told Fox News after the vote. "I want to be clear, this present policy does absolutely nothing to make Arlington safe. It makes it less safe. The only people that benefit from this are illegal immigrants that have committed some of the most heinous acts, whether it's human trafficking or even acts of terrorism. It does not protect the community, does not protect Arlington, does not protect Virginians." A copy of the old Trust Policy, which the county said was first adopted in July 2022 to ensure residents can interact with the local government without fear of action by federal immigration authorities, outlined the instances in which the Arlington County Police Department could reach out to ICE. It said ACPD could contact federal immigration authorities if someone was an "undocumented immigrant" who "has been identified as a gang member and is wanted or arrested for a violent felony or a criminal street gang offense," or if they were "arrested for a terrorism or human trafficking offense," according to a copy of the policy obtained by WJLA. However, the updated policy no longer includes that language. "To be clear, breaking the law is still breaking the law. This decision does not change that, and if a crime is committed, law enforcement will respond," Takis Karantonis, the chair of the Arlington County Board, said in a statement. "The decision to remove Section 7 and related language comes in the wake of the federal administration's ongoing erosion of the constitutional right to due process, which every person has regardless of their status," he added. "The rhetoric and actions of this administration have led to tremendous stress and fear in our community, and we want to make sure all residents feel safe in engaging with local government, particularly with local law enforcement." Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has come out against the vote, writing on X, "The Arlington County Board's latest action to prohibit Arlington Police from any cooperation with ICE, even regarding violent MS-13 gang members who are illegally here, is dereliction of duty and a betrayal of the oath they swore to protect their constituents. "At what point did protecting violent illegal immigrants become more important than protecting your constituents?" he added. "The Virginia Homeland Security Task Force has been working in Arlington County, catching and arresting violent criminals, including MS-13 gang members. That will continue — unabated — in Arlington and around the Commonwealth." Stephen Miller, White House deputy chief of staff for policy and Homeland Security advisor said, "The Democrat Party is fully radicalized against Americans." When asked by Fox News Digital Friday for a reaction to the vote, DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said, "These sanctuary politicians are playing Russian roulette with American lives. "While Arlington Country sanctuary politicians work to thwart ICE, DHS will continue arresting criminal illegal aliens and getting them out of our country. Radical sanctuary politicians need to put the safety of the American people first, not criminal illegal aliens. No American wants criminal illegal aliens loose on America's streets and neither should our leaders who represent them," she added. "We find it extremely troubling that Arlington County leaders made the decision to prioritize politics ahead of public safety," ICE acting Director Todd M. Lyons said in a statement to Fox News. "Prohibiting local law enforcement from alerting federal authorities to the presence of an egregious hazard to their community only emboldens criminal offenders while putting people at risk." The agency has made 17 arrests in Arlington County so far this fiscal year, and three of those arrested were confirmed MS-13 gang members.
Hindustan Times
16-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
More affordable Hero electric scooters coming in July
Hero is reportedly building a new low-cost platform that are likely to underpin the new electric scooter range Check Offers Hero MotoCorp is all set to expand its electric two-wheeler range under the Vida brand. The company revealed the development during the latest earning call for FY2025. The company's senior management revealed that the brand plans to bring two new electric two-wheelers by July this year, which will be more affordable. At present, Hero's electric mobility brand 'Vida' retails the V2 electric scooter in three variants - V2 Lite, V2 Plus, and V2 Pro. 2 new Vida electric scooters coming soon Details are scarce about what the new offerings will be but expect to see a low-cost version. Recent reports suggest Hero developing a new low-cost platform 'ACPD' that will help the manufacturer position its EVs closer to ICE models. At present, Hero is producing on average 7,000 electric scooters every month, and the upcoming EVs should help the company scale-up operations. The combined output is likely to rise up to 15,000 units per month with the upcoming new offerings. Also Read : Vida V2 gets a ₹ 32,000 price drop, becomes cheaper than TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak Hero is also expanding its dealer network more aggressively to support the upcoming offerings. The company currently has 203 Vida touchpoints including 180 dealerships across 116 cities. Expect the brand to make its way inland, making the Vida e-scooters accessible to the masses. Vida's current V2 e-scooter range is priced from ₹ 74,000, going up to ₹ 1.15 lakh (ex-showroom). Hero electric two-wheeler sales Hero MotoCorp saw a significant growth in volumes in the electric two-wheeler space in FY2025. The two-wheeler giant sold 48,673 units in the last financial year, registering a massive growth of 175 per cent year-on-year, when compared to 17,720 units sold in FY2024. The Vida range primarily competes against offerings from Ola Electric, Bajaj, Ather, TVS, Ampere, and more. Check out Upcoming EV Bikes in India. First Published Date: 16 May 2025, 17:22 PM IST
