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NDTV
a day ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Royal Enfield Continues With Sales Momentum In May'25, Retails 89,429 Units
Royal Enfield, the two-wheeler manufacturer, witnesses a 26 percent increase in sales in May 2025 compared to the previous year. This growth is mainly due to the success of its 350cc models, such as the Classic 350, Hunter 350, Bullet 350, and Meteor 350. The company also had a rise in exports during this period. In this article, we will examine the year-over-year (YoY) sales figures for Royal Enfield. Royal Enfield Sales May 2025: YoY Sales Analysis Royal Enfield, known for its popular 350 cc models, including the Classic 350, Bullet 350, Hunter 350, and Meteor 350, sold 76,492 units in May 2025, up from 59,852 units sold in May of the previous year. In the first two months of this financial year, Royal Enfield sold a total of 150,774 units in this segment, which is a 14 percent increase from 132,718 units sold during the same time last year. Royal Enfield Classic 350 For motorcycles with engine capacities over 350 cc, Royal Enfield offers models like the Classic 650, the Scram 440, the Bear 650, Guerrilla 450, Shotgun 650, Himalayan, Super Meteor 650, Interceptor 650, and Continental GT. In May, they sold 12,937 units in this category, up 16 percent from 11,158 units in May of the year prior. In total, for April and May 2025, they sold 25,214 motorcycles, a 25 percent increase from 20,162 units sold during the same two months last year. In May 2025, Royal Enfield sold 89,429 units globally, a 26 percent increase from 71,010 units in May 2024. In the first two months of the fiscal year, total sales reached 175,988 units, up 15 percent from 152,880 units last year. Exports also grew in May 2025, with 13,609 units shipped overseas 82 percent increase from 7,479 units in May 2024. For April and May combined, the company exported 24,166 units, a 69 percent increase from 14,311 units last year.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Classic, Hunter, Bullet, Meteor help Royal Enfield record 26% sales growth in May; exports see sharp uptick
Royal Enfield has registered 28 per cent growth in the 350 cc motorcycle segment. Royal Enfield has registered 28 per cent growth in the 350 cc motorcycle segment. Check Offers Eicher Motors Limited, owner of the Royal Enfield, has announced in a regulatory filing that the iconic motorcycle manufacturer has posted 26 per cent year-on-year (YoY) sales growth in May 2025. The motorcycle manufacturer that is known for building retro-themed models has registered 28 per cent YoY sales growth last month in the 350 cc segment, while in the higher engine-capacity category, it has recorded a 16 per cent growth. The homegrown motorcycle manufacturer that sells products like popular models in the 350 cc segment, including the Classic 350, Bullet 350, Hunter 350, and Meteor 350, has sold 76,492 units in May 2025, as compared to 59,852 units recorded in the same month last year. In the first two months of this financial year, Royal Enfield registered 150,774 units in this segment, up by 14 per cent from 132,718 units sold in the same period a year ago. In the category with engine capacity of higher than 350 cc, Royal Enfield sells models like the Classic 650, Scram 440, Bear 650, Guerrilla 450, Shotgun 650, Himalayan, Super Meteor 650, Interceptor 650, and Continental GT 650. In this segment, the motorcycle manufacturer sold 12,937 units last month, up by 16 per cent from 11,158 units sold in the same month a year ago. In this segment, Royal Enfield sold 25,214 motorcycles in April and May this year, up by 25 per cent from 20,162 units sold in the same period a year ago. Total sales of Royal Enfield, combining both domestic and international market numbers in May 2025, were 89,429 units, up 26 per cent from 71,010 units recorded in the same month a year ago. Also, in the first two months of this fiscal, total sales of the motorcycle manufacturer were 175,988 units, up by 15 per cent from 152,880 units sold during the same period last fiscal. Exports of Royal Enfield have grown significantly in May 2025, as the company registered 13,609 units, up by 82 per cent from 7,479 units sold in the same month a year ago. On the other hand, in April and May this year, the company shipped 24,166 units to overseas markets, up by 69 per cent from 14,311 units recorded in the same period a year ago. Get insights into Upcoming Cars In India, Electric Vehicles, Upcoming Bikes in India and cutting-edge technology transforming the automotive landscape. First Published Date: 02 Jun 2025, 10:35 AM IST
India.com
26-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
India fortifies Siliguri Corridor with Rafale and S-400 to repulse any threat from China or Bangladesh, silent warning to...
(File) New Delhi: The growing alliance between China and Bangladesh has raised concerns in India. India has taken significant steps to rein in China and Bangladesh. Recently, Chinese military officials inspected an old airbase in Lalmonirhat, Bangladesh, which is just a short distance from India's Siliguri Corridor. This corridor, often referred to as the 'Chicken's Neck', is extremely important for India as it connects the northeastern states to the rest of the country. The sharp statements against India by the Chief of Bangladesh's interim government, Mohammed Yunus, have added fuel to the fire. Yunus government is increasing its friendship with China and Pakistan, deepening India's worries. In view of the increasing threat, India has enhanced its military strength in the Siliguri Corridor. A few days ago, the Indian Army conducted a military exercise near it. Meanwhile, reports have emerged that the Russian-made S-400 Triumph air defense system has been deployed, which can simultaneously destroy multiple aerial threats at a range of up to 400 kilometers. Additionally, a squadron of Rafale fighter jets equipped with Meteor missiles and advanced electronic warfare systems has been stationed at Hashimara Airbase. BrahMos cruise missile regiments and Akash missile systems are also deployed in the area, capable of responding immediately to any threat. Last year, the incident of a Bangladeshi Bayraktar TB2 drone flying near the India-Bangladesh border made India more alert. The Indian Army has warned that if any aircraft or drone enters Indian airspace, it will be destroyed immediately. Bangladesh has purchased 12 TB2 drones from Turkey and is now planning to buy Pakistan-China manufactured JF-17 Thunder fighter jets, which is a matter of concern for India. The Siliguri Corridor/ Chicken's Neck is a stretch of land around the city of Siliguri in West Bengal. It measures 20–22 kilometres at the narrowest section. This corridor connects the seven states of northeast India to the rest of India.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Tank-busting missile factory in Bolton to double in size as Europe rearms
A British factory that makes tank-busting missiles is set to double in size as growing global tensions fuel a push towards rearmament across Europe. MBDA, the Anglo-European defence giant, said on Thursday it was investing £200m to expand its Bolton plant, creating 700 jobs. The site manufactures the Brimstone, Meteor and Sea Venom missiles for the British armed forces as well as other Nato military customers. Brimstone is an advanced 'fire and forget' missile that can locate targets using homing radar technology. The air-to-surface weapon costs £175,000 per shot and is usually fired by Typhoon jets at heavy armour such as tanks – although it can also be laser-guided to the target by friendly troops on the ground. Meanwhile, Meteor is a cutting-edge, long-range missile that can travel at speeds upwards of Mach 4 – around 3,000 miles per hour – to take out airborne targets such as enemy aircraft. Both weapons are made by staff at MBDA's facility in Bolton. MBDA is jointly owned by France-based Airbus, Britain's BAE Systems and Italy's Leonardo, following the merger of their respective missile businesses in 2001. The company is also the manufacturer of the Storm Shadow cruise missile, which has also been supplied to Ukraine and boasts a range of 150 miles. It is made at MBDA's other UK factory, in Stevenage. The company's announcement comes after The Telegraph revealed that Britain is in talks with European allies to create a £100bn 'defence, security and resilience bank', which would allow them to pool purchases of weapons and other equipment. Western countries are scrambling to rearm and replenish munitions stockpiles amid concerns about the threat from Russia and China. Inventories have dwindled following donations of kit to Ukraine. Chris Allam, managing director of MBDA UK, said: 'We are proud and excited to be building a world class engineering and manufacturing campus in the north-west of England, the centre of complex weapons manufacturing for the UK.' He added that a 10-year deal with the Government to supply complex weapons gave the company 'the confidence to invest and better support the UK and its allies'. The expansion was welcomed by Jonathan Reynolds, the Business Secretary, who visited the Bolton factory on Thursday. He said: 'This is great news for Bolton and another win for our world-class defence sector, which will create hundreds of good, well-paid jobs and ensure the UK continues to lead the way on the cutting-edge technologies of the future.' Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Scoop
23-05-2025
- Scoop
Meteor's Milestone Million
Press Release – Waikato Regional Council Launched in September 2023, the Meteor is Hamiltons third high-frequency service and now the second most popular bus service in the Waikato after the Orbiter. Hamilton's Meteor bus service is celebrating a major milestone after completing its one millionth passenger trip in the first week of this month. Launched in September 2023, the Meteor is Hamilton's third high-frequency service and now the second most popular bus service in the Waikato after the Orbiter. The high-frequency service replaced the regular-frequency Silverdale (2) and Frankton (8) buses, which were carrying a combined weekly average of 5159 passengers at the time. The Meteor continues to outperform the old services, averaging 12,144 passengers each week. Waikato Regional Councillor and Deputy Chair of the Future Proof Public Transport Subcommittee Angela Strange says the 135 per cent increase demonstrates demand for more frequent buses or more express routes across the city. 'The numbers confirm what people have been telling us: they will take the bus when it operates frequently enough. We hope more people will see our public transport system as a convenient transport option.' The Meteor runs approximately every 15 minutes in both directions from 7am to 6pm on weekdays, and every 20 to 30 minutes at all other times. Recent service improvements include two extra stops in Hillcrest and additional bus stop infrastructure in the Baverstock Road area. To celebrate the one millionth passenger trip, BUSIT is running the Meteor 1 Million promotion from Friday 23 to Thursday 29, May 2025 on Instagram. Passengers can enter by taking a selfie on the Meteor and posting it as an Instagram story with @busitwaikato tagged in the post. Three pairs of Sony noise-cancelling headphones are up for grabs and passengers can enter as many times as they like with bonus entries for using the hashtag #1Million Note: Averages taken from the Silverdale (2) and Frankton (8) services' final 12 months (September 2022 to August 2023) and the Meteor's most recent 12 months (May 2024 to April 2025).
