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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Kinetic DX electric scooter is here, challenging Vida VX2
Kinetic Watts and Volts Ltd., the electric vehicle division of the Kinetic Group, has finally launched the Kinetic DX electric scooter in India. Introduced at a starting price of ₹1.12 lakh (ex-showroom), the electric scooter brings back the nostalgia of the original Kinetic Honda DX, which was one of the popular scooters in the country. Available in two trims - DX and DX+, the electric scooter's pricing goes up to ₹1.17 lakh (ex-showroom). While the electric scooter comes marking the rebirth of the iconic Kinetic DX in an EV form, it draws design influence from the original model. The design silhouette comes bearing resemblances to the DX, but incorporates modern styling elements. Every panel of the EV takes cues from the iconic DX, but blends modern and fresh elements. It sports a distinctive LED headlight, flanked by a Kinetic logo-shaped LED daytime running light. Also, there is a visor with the Kinetic branding, which adds a subtle nod to the Kinetic Honda DX. The company has added a plethora of interesting design elements and features that help it stand apart from the rest of the models in the segment. Specifications Comparison Kinetic Green DX Vida VX2 Engine N/A N/A Transmission Automatic Automatic Mileage N/A N/A Fuel Type Electric Electric Check detailed comparison The electric scooter segment in India is witnessing rapid growth in terms of demand and sales. Buoyed by the demand, several two-wheeler manufacturers have launched their respective products in this space. The Kinetic DX simply ramps up the competition in this segment. It challenges the rivals such as Vida VX2, TVS iQube, Ather Rizta, Honda Activa e:, and Bajaj Chetak, among others. Here is a quick comparison of price and specifications between the Kinetic DX and Vida VX2. Kinetic DX vs Vida VX2: Price Kinetic DX is priced between ₹1.12 lakh and ₹1.17 lakh (ex-showroom). Vida VX2, on the other hand, which was launched in India just a few weeks back, is another electric scooter with appealing design and features as well as practicality in focus. It comes available in two variants - VX2 Plus and VX2 Go, priced between ₹99,490 and ₹1.1 lakh (ex-showroom). Interestingly, Vida VX2 is available with a battery subscription plan, which significantly reduces the upfront cost for the consumers, while charging a rental of ₹0.96 per kilometre. Watch: Vida VX2 Plus First Ride Review: Is It Value For Money? Kinetic DX vs Vida VX2: Specification The Kinetic DX+ is powered by a 2.6 kWh LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery developed, which promises an IDC-rated range of up to 116 kilometres on a full charge. The electric powertrain of the DX churns out 6.4 bhp of peak power making it capable of achieving a top speed of 90 kmph. On the other hand, the Vida VX2 Plus is available in two removable battery packs, while the VX2 Go gets a single removable battery. The base variant gets a 2.2 kWh battery, while VX2 Plus has a 3.4 kWh battery pack. The VX2 Go is capable of running up to 92 kilometres on a full charge, while the VX2 Plus is capable of running up to 142 kilometres on a full charge. When it comes to top speed, the VX2 Go can run at 70 kmph, while the VX2 PLus can run at 80 kmph. Check out Upcoming EV Bikes in India. First Published Date:
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Kinetic DX returns as EV, marking cautious re-entry built on in-house capabilities
Back in the 1980s, when India was still wedded to kick-starts and clunky gearboxes, a new scooter emerged that changed how the country moved. The Kinetic Honda DX , born from a joint venture with Honda Motor Co., brought self-start convenience and a gearless ride to urban India. It became an icon — not because it was transformational in performance, but because it slotted into everyday Indian life in a way few products do. The Kinetic DX returns as an electric scooter under Kinetic Watts & Volts, built entirely in-house across Kinetic Group companies. With a focus on legacy design, restrained rollout, and vertical integration, the DX marks a quiet, engineering-led re-entry into India's EV two-wheeler space. Now, in 2025, the DX is back — this time as a fully electric scooter, developed under a newly established arm of the Kinetic Group called Kinetic Watts & Volts. The name may sound contemporary, but the approach is anything but flashy. This isn't a revival built on nostalgia or noise. Instead, it's a measured exercise in leveraging old industrial muscle — one that hinges on engineering depth, in-house coordination, and a deliberate avoidance of shortcuts. Inside-out, not outside-in Unlike most new-age EV manufacturers that rely on imported components and white-label design, the Kinetic DX has been developed within the walls of the group — a coordinated effort that spans multiple group companies, each with legacy infrastructure of its own. The chassis and metal body panels are made at Kinetic Engineering's Ahmednagar facility, which still retains its tooling and robotic welding lines from earlier product cycles. The battery packs, based on LFP chemistry and integrated with in-house BMS, are developed by RangeX, a new battery and energy systems arm of the Kinetic Group. The controller and motor, often the most critical and least localised elements in many EVs, come from Kinetic Communications, the group's electronics supplier. Also Read : Kinetic DX launched in India at ₹1.12 lakh, promises 116 km of range This internal loop — where design, hardware, electronics, and testing live within a tightly controlled ecosystem — is a deliberate move. As Ajinkya Firodia, Vice Chairman and MD of Kinetic Engineering, explained during the launch event, this wasn't about retrofitting a platform for electric. 'We told each company what we needed — not to supply, but to co-develop. It wasn't about assembling parts. It was about solving problems together," Firodia stated. Design as memory and constraint Perhaps the more nuanced challenge was reviving a design that lives in memory. The original DX's upright profile and clean surfaces were considered classic at the time. Translating that into an electric format, while housing modern internals like battery, controller, and wiring, proved complex. To lead the effort, Kinetic brought in Alessandro Tartarini, son of the Italjet co-founder, Leopoldo Tartarini. Together, they retained subtle nods to the past — the horizontal stance, minimalist panels, and even the red starter button — while adapting proportions to accommodate today's mechanical and ergonomic needs. As Firodia described it, creating the new DX was a delicate balancing act — honoring heritage without getting stuck in it. The EV couldn't risk appearing outdated, yet it couldn't disregard its heritage either. The result is restrained. Not retro for retro's sake, but familiar in its silhouette and scaled for today's urban roads. For Ajinkya Firodia, creating the new DX was a delicate balancing act — honoring heritage without getting stuck in it. (Mohd Nasir for HT Auto) Retail without overreach The rollout strategy, too, reflects restraint. Kinetic has capped initial bookings for the DX at 40,000 units, with a production capacity of 60,000 annually from the Ahmednagar plant. Retail operations will begin with 20 dealerships, expanding to 150 within 18 months, prioritising cities where the Kinetic name still carries equity — a legacy advantage few modern players possess. This is in contrast to the blitz-scaling models that have dominated India's EV space in recent years. Firodia's message is clear: 'Volume is not the first goal. Getting it right is." Also watch: Kinetic DX Electric Scooter First Look 💥 Future moves: Not a flood, but a flow For now, Kinetic is clear that its focus will remain solely on the DX. There is no rush to flood the market with variants or new models. Any future additions — including configurations with removable or swappable batteries for fleet use — will be considered only after the DX has found its footing in the market. While there's evident potential in Kinetic's legacy nameplates, Firodia is in no hurry. 'Our hands are full with the DX," he admitted, adding that the next two to three years will be devoted entirely to scaling it and building its network. Any further revivals will have to earn their place through market logic, not sentiment. The DX platform has been built to allow for steady evolution. OTA updates are expected to unlock new features over time, including cruise control, ride modes, and location services — a sign that Kinetic is building not just a product, but a system that can adapt without needing to be replaced. A return that chooses depth over hype In India's fast-growing EV segment, where new players rise quickly and pivot even faster, the DX's return feels quietly radical. It does not promise to change the industry overnight. It doesn't claim to be the lightest, fastest, or most digital. What it offers is a return to a way of building — not just a product, but an industrial process, grounded in supply-side discipline and design responsibility. In that sense, the Kinetic DX may be more than just a revived can symbolize a modest but significant change in the manner in which legacy can become relevant once more — not by relying on nostalgia, but by reestablishing trust, piece by piece. Check out Upcoming EV Cars in India, Upcoming EV Bikes in India. First Published Date:
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Business Standard
17-07-2025
- Automotive
- Business Standard
Microcap stock hits multi-year high, up 20% in weak market on huge volumes
Kinetic Engineering share price today Shares of Kinetic Engineering hit a multi-year high of ₹351.75, zooming 20 per cent on the BSE in Thursday's intraday trade, in an otherwise weak market. The stock price of the microcap auto ancillary company was trading close to its all-time high level of ₹380, which it touched on June 17, 1996. At 02:08 PM, Kinetic Engineering shares were quoting 17 per cent higher at ₹342.35 as compared to a 0.22 per cent decline in the BSE Sensex. Average trading volumes on the counter jumped over 10-fold, with 409,000 shares changing hands on the BSE till the time of writing this report, data shows. In the past one week, the stock price of Kinetic Engineering has surged 35 per cent. Further, it has zoomed 146 per cent from its 52-week low of ₹143, touched on January 13, 2025. Currently, Kinetic Engineering is trading 'X' group on the BSE. Equity shares classified under 'X' group are only listed/traded on the BSE. The company's market capitalisation stands at ₹801 crore. What's driving the Kinetic Engineering stock price higher? In May 2025, Kinetic Engineering announced that it has, officially, granted a brand license to its subsidiary company, Kinetic Watts and Volts Ltd. (KWV), to enter the electric vehicle (EV) segment. Kinetic Watts and Volts Ltd., incorporated on September 27, 2022, was established with the mandate to explore alternative opportunities in the electric vehicle space. Under the agreement, KWV will have the non-exclusive right to use the Kinetic brand name and trademarks for its EV business, for an initial period of three years. At the end of the initial three-year licensing period, Kinetic Engineering and KWV will review and renew the licensing terms to align with the group's long-term vision, market dynamics, and any potential expansion into new categories or international markets. Kinetic Engineering is a key supplier of EV components including gearboxes, axles, and chassis, playing a crucial role in India's evolving EV supply chain. Additionally, Kinetic Group recently ventured into the battery manufacturing sector under a separate group company operating under the brand 'Range X', further expanding its footprint across the electric mobility ecosystem. Kinetic Engineering is the flagship company of the Kinetic Group, with over five decades of manufacturing excellence. Headquartered in Pune and led by Ajinkya Firodia, Vice Chairman & Managing Director, Kinetic Engineering has been a pioneer in India's automotive industry. The company is engaged in the manufacturing and supply of automotive components. The company caters to both domestic and international markets. The company's clientele includes Renault, American Axle, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Ashok Leyland, Magna Powertrain, Sonalika Tractors, Carraro Products, among others.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Kinetic Communications inaugurates automated EV component manufacturing line in Pune
Kinetic Communications Ltd . (KCL) has inaugurated a fully automated controller manufacturing line at its Pune facility. The line will produce motor controller units (MCUs) and associated assemblies used in electric vehicles, with a focus on improving throughput, process control, and quality assurance. The new facility was inaugurated by Dr. Arun Firodia, Chairman of Kinetic Group ; Deepak Shikarpur, Director of KCL; and Ajinkya Firodia, Vice Chairman of Kinetic Group. Integration of digital manufacturing technologies The controller line uses surface mount technology (SMT) and automated assembly systems governed by human machine interface (HMI) and programmable logic controller (PLC) platforms. These enable real-time control and data traceability while minimising manual intervention. At the centre of production is the MCU, which regulates the interface between battery and motor, managing key functions such as acceleration, braking, energy optimisation, and features like cruise control, hill-hold assist, and diagnostics. The SMT lines are capable of placing 40,000 components per hour with full verification. Final assemblies undergo software flashing, leak testing to IP67 standards, and functional validation. The line currently delivers 300 units per shift, with a scalable annual capacity of 1.8 lakh units across two shifts. Alternate lines and contingency systems are in place to maintain output during demand fluctuations. Quality and compliance systems The facility incorporates Solder Paste Inspection (SPI), Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), and In-Circuit Testing (ICT) to meet IPC and JESD22 standards. Through-hole components are soldered using lead-free technology, and reflow ovens are used to maintain solder joint quality. Assembly stations are integrated with Poka Yoke systems to reduce human error. End-of-line testing and pre-dispatch inspections are conducted to meet engineering parameters. Components are subject to incoming quality control and suppliers are required to provide RoHS and REACH-compliant certification. Ajinkya Firodia said, 'The new fully automated controller line marks a significant stride toward Industry 4.0-driven smart manufacturing. Every stage is data-driven and benchmarked to global quality standards.' Deepak Shikarpur added, 'This facility is a reflection of Make in India at an advanced level. With its automation and ability to manufacture feature-rich motor controllers, it positions India on the global map for EV electronics manufacturing.' KCL said the new line aims to reduce defects, increase productivity, and support customer requirements through automated and efficient processes.
Hindustan Times
24-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Remember the Kinetic Honda DX scooter? It could soon make a comeback as an EV
The upcoming electric scooter appears to be a modern interpretation of the iconic Kinetic Honda DX scooter Check Offers The 90's kids would remember the Kinetic name fondly. For many, the Kinetic Honda ZX scooter was the vehicle they grew up around, and for some, this would've been their first two-wheeler as an adult. It now seems the Kinetic Honda DX scooter could soon make a comeback as an all-electric offering. A recent design patent suggests that the Kinetic Group has registered an identical design for its upcoming electric scooter. Kinetic Honda DX: Two-Stroke scooter with a CVT automatic The Kinetic Honda DX scooter was a collaboration between India's Kinetic Engineering and Japan's Honda Motor Company, and was in producton from 1984 to 2007. Based on the Honda NH Series scooters, the Indian version used a 98 cc two-stroke, air-cooled motor the model. The new version will be an all-electric offering instead. This would be Kinetic's second attempt at reviving a legacy nameplate after the E-Luna recently. Also Read : Kinetic Engineering to invest ₹ 71.83 crore in KWV for EV transition and brand licensing Specifications on the upcoming electric scooter remain under wraps for now Kinetic Honda DX: Comeback Soon? Kinetic Green, part of the Kinetic Group, has filed the design patent for the new scooter, which appears to be heavily inspired by the Kinetic Honda DX. The design seems near identical, save for the new Kinetic Green logo on the front apron and a rectangular LED headlamp cluster that gets the same design but with new LED DRLs. The side panels have been altered to resemble the original model in spirit, while the rear sports a new grab rail, instead of a spare tyre, seen on the original. The 'Kinetic' branding is visible on the small flyscreen of the design patent, instead of 'Kinetic Honda' as seen on the original. Also Read : Kinetic Green to launch a family electric scooter within 18 months The technical specifications remain under wraps on the upcoming Kinetic electric scooter. That said, expect the model to be targeted at family buyers offering a decent mix of performance and range. There's no word on the launch details yet but we expect Kinetic to share more details in the coming months. Notably, the brand continues to share stories around the legacy of the Kinetic Honda scooter on its social media channels. The family electric scooter segment has quite a few offerings and the upcoming Kinetic electric scooter will take on the Bajaj Chetak, Ather Rizta, TVS iQube, Ola S1 X, and the like. It'll be interesting to see what Kinetic has in store beyond the nostalgic bait. Check out Upcoming EV Bikes in India. First Published Date: 24 Jun 2025, 17:40 PM IST
