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Mint
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Mint
Kinetic DX electric scooter launched in India with 116 km of range: 5 Things to know
Kinetic Engineering has officially reintroduced the DX nameplate with the launch of an all-new electric scooter. The Kinetic DX, available in two variants: DX and DX+, marks the brand's latest offering in the EV segment. Here are five essential details about the newly launched scooter: 1. Price and Availability The Kinetic DX is priced between ₹ 1.12 lakh and ₹ 1.18 lakh (ex-showroom). Bookings for the scooter opened on 28 July with a token amount of ₹ 1,000. The company has capped deliveries at 40,000 units, which are set to begin from October 2025. 2. Return of a Familiar Nameplate The DX moniker, which originally referred to a petrol-powered scooter built between 1984 and 2007, has been revived in a modern, all-electric form. The earlier DX was developed through a joint venture between Kinetic Engineering and Honda Motor Company, based on the Honda NH Series. This new electric version is a departure from its two-stroke predecessor, featuring contemporary battery technology and digital enhancements. 3. Design and Storage Styled in collaboration with Italian designers, the new DX retains several design cues from the original, including a full-metal body and wide floorboard. A notable inclusion is the 37-litre under-seat storage compartment, which accommodates both a full-face and a half-face helmet. The DX variant comes in Silver and Black, while the DX+ adds Red, Blue, and White to the mix. 4. Features and Tech Both models include keyless ignition, hill-hold, reverse assist, and Bluetooth functionality. The DX+ variant extends its offering with integrated features like a retractable charging cable (Easy Charge), flip-out pillion footrests (Easy Flip), and a connected mobile app under the 'Telekinetic' suite. Additional connected services include ride statistics, tracking, geo-fencing, and voice navigation via onboard speakers. 5. Powertrain and Performance The DX+ houses a 2.6 kWh LFP battery developed by Range-X, known for thermal stability and an extended lifecycle of up to 3,500 charge cycles. The motor produces 6.4 bhp and offers three riding modes, Range, Power, and Turbo, with a top speed of 90 kmph. The scooter runs on a 60V system and uses regenerative braking (K-Coast), along with a front disc and rear drum setup supported by combi-braking. The Kinetic DX signifies the brand's continued push into electric mobility, reviving legacy labels with contemporary electric capabilities and connected technology.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Kinetic DX launched in India at ₹1.12 lakh, promises 116 km of range
The Kinetic DX has been launched in India, starting at ₹1.12 lakh (ex-showroom). The pricing goes up to ₹1.18 lakh (ex-showroom). This marks the comeback for the DX nameplate in the Kinetic lineup. The scooter is available in two variants - DX and DX+. Kinetic is offering three years or 30,000 km of standard warranty for the DX, while customers can opt for an extended warranty of nine years or one lakh km. It is available in five different colour choices - White, Blue, Black, Silver and Red. The Kinetic DX gets powered by a 2.6 kWh battery pack and gets a claimed range of 116 km on a single charge. Bookings for the electric scooter are open from July 28. The OEM has said that interested consumers can book the EV at a token amount of ₹1,000. Also, deliveries will be restricted to 40,000 units, and deliveries will commence in October 2025. Intersecting with the DX, Kinetic revives the second iconic nameplate under its brand alongside the Luna, which was launched earlier this year. The first Kinetic DX scooter, produced from 1984 to 2007 by a joint venture between India's Kinetic Engineering and Japan's Honda Motor Company, was based on the Honda NH Series scooters and powered by a 98 cc two-stroke, air-cooled engine. Unlike the earlier model, the new one is an all-electric model instead. Kinetic DX: Design The DX EV has been designed in collaboration with Italian designers to retain key elements of the original Kinetic DX. It features a strong metal body, a flat and wide floorboard, and a silhouette that remains recognisable to earlier users of the DX. The under-seat storage is rated at 37 litres, with space for a full-face helmet, a half-face helmet, and additional items. This has been made possible through the inclusion of cubby sections beneath the seat. The DX is available in two colour options—Silver and Black—while the DX+ adds Red, Blue, and White to the palette. Also Read : Made in India Lamborghini golf carts unveiled by Kinetic Green for global markets Kinetic DX: Features The new Kinetic DX incorporates a set of features focused on convenience and daily usability. Both variants come with a keyless 'Easy Key" system, reverse assist, hill-hold functionality, and Bluetooth connectivity via a dedicated Kinetic Assist switch. The DX+ adds a few segment-specific features, including 'Easy Charge"—a retractable charging cable integrated into the scooter body—and 'Easy Flip," a one-touch mechanism for deploying the pillion footrest. Digital features are expanded in the DX+ through a companion mobile app and a set of connected functionalities under the brand's 'Telekinetic" system. These include real-time ride statistics, geo-fencing, vehicle tracking, intruder alerts, and a 'Find My Kinetic' feature. Additionally, the DX+ includes voice navigation and music playback through a built-in speaker, as well as automated voice alerts under the 'My Kiney Companion" feature, which also includes user greetings and birthday messages. Also Read : Kinetic Engineering to invest ₹71.83 Crore in KWV for EV transition and brand licensing Kinetic DX: Specifications The Kinetic DX+ is equipped with a 2.6 kWh LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery developed by Range-X. This battery type is noted for improved thermal stability and longer life, with an estimated 2,500 to over 3,500 charge cycles, which is higher than conventional NMC batteries commonly used in EVs. The scooter operates on a 60V electrical system and includes regenerative braking technology branded as K-Coast. Under standard test conditions, the DX+ has an IDC-rated range of 116 km. The electric motor on the DX+ delivers 6.4 bhp of peak power making the DX capable of achieving a top speed of 90 kmph. The electric scooter further gets three riding modes: Range, Power, and Turbo. Suspension duties are handled by a telescopic front fork and adjustable rear shock absorbers. Braking is provided via a 220 mm front disc and a 130 mm rear drum, assisted by a combi-braking system. Check out Upcoming EV Bikes in India. First Published Date:
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Honda delays hydrogen fuel cell production
Japanese automaker Honda Motor Company announced it will delay the launch of the production of next-generation fuel cell modules at its Moka City plant in Tochigi Prefecture, citing the weaker than expected global adoption of fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). Production of the fuel cell modules was originally scheduled to begin in the fiscal year ending 31 March 2028, with a facility to be built using part of its former Moka City engine production plant. Honda said it now expects production to commence at a later date, without providing a new schedule, while the facility will have an initial production capacity of 20,000 units per year of the company's in-house developed fuel cell modules - instead of the previously announced 30,000 units. Honda also pointed out that under the original schedule, the project had qualified for government subsidies under a programme led by the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) aimed at supporting the establishment of supply chains consisting of Japanese manufacturing companies in the 'GX (green transformation)area.' The company said it has had to opt out of the subsidy programme due to the project's delay and reduced production capacity. Honda claims to be one of the first companies to focus on the potential of hydrogen in the transition towards a carbon-neutral society, pointing out that it has been developing hydrogen technologies and FCEVs for more than 30 years. The company said that it has identified four 'core domains' for the utilization of its next-generation fuel cell modules, as it looks to achieve carbon neutrality for all products and corporate activities it is involved in by 2050. These include passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, stationary power generators and construction machinery. "Honda delays hydrogen fuel cell production" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Honda's global vehicle output drops 4.5% in May
Japanese automaker Honda Motor Company reported a 4.5% year-on-year fall in global production to 286,258 vehicles in May 2025, from 302,927 units in the same month last year, with output in Japan falling by 3.5% to 49,348 units, while overseas production declined by 3.9% to 236,910 units. In the first five months of 2025, the company produced a total of 1,447,358 vehicles globally, down by just over 9% from 1,592,529 units a year earlier, with domestic output falling by over 4% to 265,337 units, while overseas production dropped by 10% to 1,182,021 units. Exports from Japan increased by 4% to 39,932 units year-to-date, underpinned by a fivefold increase in exports to the US to 10,268 units, while exports to Europe plunged by 37% to 15,612 units. Vehicle production in Asia outside Japan declined by 23% to 445,872 units so far this year, driven lower by a 28% plunge in Chinese output to 257,505 units, while production in North America declined by just over 1% to 693,386 units in this period, driven lower by an almost 4% drop in US output to 423,743 units. "Honda's global vehicle output drops 4.5% in May" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Honda global output drops 12% in April
Japanese automaker Honda Motor Company reported a 12% fall in global production to 279,094 units in April 2025, from 316,681 units in the same month last year, with output in Japan falling by 16% to 47,806 units while overseas production fell by 11% to 231,288 units. In the first four months of 2025 the company produced a total of 1,162,660 vehicles globally, down by almost 10% from 1,289,602 units a year earlier, with domestic output falling by over 4% to 215,989 units, while overseas production dropped by 11% to 946,671 units. Vehicle production in Asia outside Japan declined by 25% to 363,443 units year-to-date, driven lower by a 30% drop in Chinese output to 209,588 units – with output in April down by 42% to 47,195 units. Production in North America declined by less than 1% to 550,067 units in this period, driven lower by an almost 4% drop in US output to 334,547 units. "Honda global output drops 12% in April" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
