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Hindustan Times
7 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
In pics: Suzuki e-Access is the latest electric scooter in the market
1/9 Suzuki has entered the electric two-wheeler segment with the new e-Access. It will be competing against the TVS iQube and Vida V2. 2/9 The front apron has a notably steep angle, while the seat is relatively long and features a dual-tone color scheme at the rear. The scooter presents a clean appearance with no visible wires. In fact, the overall quality of the scooter, including the paint and switchgear, is exceptional. There are three available color options: Pearl Grace White, Metallic Mat Bordeaux Red, and Metallic Fibroin Gray. 3/9 A slim LED headlamp is located at the front, accompanied by a vertically oriented LED Daytime Running Lamp situated on the apron. Notably, the design of the alloy wheels deserves special recognition, as they are likely the finest alloys available on any family scooter in the Indian market. 4/9 Suzuki is additionally providing a keyless system equipped with answer-back functionality, which I consider to be one of the more effective implementations I have encountered. In addition to this, there are two utility hooks, a rear brake lock, and a tip-over sensor. 5/9 The electric motor on duty transfers the power to the rear wheel using a belt-drive system. It puts out 5.49 bhp of max power and a peak torque output of 15 Nm. The acceleration is brisk, but if you have to overtake someone in a hurry, then that would require planning. 6/9 The rider gets a TFT LCD display with day and night modes and smartphone connectivity via the Suzuki Ride Connect App. The instrument cluster shows the speedometer, battery level, odometer, clock, voltmeter, average and current energy consumption and riding mode. 7/9 The electric motor on duty transfers the power to the rear wheel using a belt-drive system. It puts out 5.49 bhp of max power and a peak torque output of 15 Nm. The acceleration is brisk, but if you have to overtake someone in a hurry, then that would require planning. 8/9 The two features I wish to highlight are the seat stopper, which secures the seat in position, eliminating the need for the individual to support it. The second feature pertains to the design of the floorboard and the rear of the front apron, which includes a designated area for the rider's foot, allowing for comfortable stretching. 9/9 The e-Access comes with an underseat storage that should take the charger that comes with the bag. There is a USB port along with a cubby space and a multi-function starter knob that can open the seat, turn on the scooter and open the charging flap as well. First Published Date: 04 Jun 2025, 13:35 PM IST
NDTV
6 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Suzuki e-Access vs Honda Activa e: Specifications Comparison
The Suzuki e-Access is all set to be launched in India in the coming days and it is poised to take on rivals like the TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak and the relatively new Honda Activa e: Now, the Honda Activa e: and the Suzuki e-Access are the first electric scooters for India from the respective legacy manufacturers and both are late entrants in India's electric scooter segment and have their work cut out against rivals models. We take a look at how the e-Access and the Activa e: stack up against each other on paper. Both scooters are family-oriented scooters and are not overly sporty. Starting with the Activa e:, it is powered by a 6 kW motor and gets two swappable batteries of 1.5 kWh, offering a claimed range of 102 km on a single charge. The motor on the Activa e: makes peak power of 6 kW and peak torque of 22 Nm. There is no provision to charge the depleted batteries on the Activa e: On the other hand, the Suzuki e-Access gets a 3.072 kWh LFP battery, which offers a claimed IDC range of 95 km and the motor makes 4.1 kW and 15 Nm. The Activa e: has a top speed of 80 kmph while the e-Access has a top speed of 71 kmph. There isn't much of a difference when it comes to the range and top speed of both scooters. The Suzuki e-Access weighs 122 kg, has a seat height of 765 mm and ground clearance of 160 mm. On the other hand, the Activa e: is 3 kg lighter and has a ground clearance of 171 mm, which is 11 mm more than that of the e-Access. The seat height on the Activa e: is unofficially 766 mm, more or less the same as the e-Access. Now the e-Access has a decent underseat storage area but the Activa e: doesn't have any because of the swappable batteries. Suzuki e-Access vs Honda Activa e: Features In terms of features, the e-Access full LED lighting, 12-inch alloy wheels at both ends, a seat height of 765 mm, and a kerb weight of 122 kg. The scooter gets a disc brake up front and a drum brake at the rear. There is a 4.2-inch TFT LCD console along with Bluetooth/app connectivity, three riding modes and a USB charging port as well. The Honda Activa e: gets a 7-inch TFT screen along with optional Honda Road Sync App connectivity, three riding modes, a reverse mode and full LED lighting. Suzuki e-Access vs Honda Activa e: Charging This is where both scooters operate very differently. Using the portable charger, the Suzuki e-Access can be charged to 80 per cent in 4 hours and 30 minutes, and to 100 per cent in 6 hours and 42 minutes. The DC fast charger significantly reduces downtime, achieving 80 per cent in just 1 hour and 12 minutes, and a full charge in 2 hours and 12 minutes. On the other hand, Honda offers battery as a subscription on the Activa e: since it doesn't get chargeable batteries, only swappable batteries. The basic plan comes at a monthly rental of Rs. 1,999+GST, allowing 35 kWh of energy. This is ideal for riders who use the e-scooter for 40 kilometres or less in a day. The advanced plan is suitable for those who ride up to 100 km a day. The monthly rental for advance plan is Rs. 3,599+GST for 87 kWh. Suzuki e-Access vs Honda Activa e: Prices The Honda Activa e: is offered in two variants - Standard and Road Sync. The former is priced at Rs. 1.17 lakh while the latter is priced at Rs. 1.52 lakh (ex-showroom). Prices for the Suzuki e-Access are yet to be revealed.
NDTV
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Yamaha's River Indie-Based Scooter Snapped Testing
Yamaha has been planning to diversify its electric two-wheeler offering in the country. Recently, it was in the news that Yamaha is working to bring a new electric scooter based on the River Indie, which is codenamed RY01. Now, the Yamaha electric scooter is in the final stages of development as it has been spotted testing in Bangalore. Here is what you can expect from the upcoming Yamaha electric scooter. Yamaha Electric Scooter: Battery Expected The brand has been tight-lipped about its recent development in powering its electric scooter. However, it is expected to get the same battery pack options as offered by River Indie. It is likely to get a 4.5 kW battery pack along with a 6.7 kW battery as an option. Yamaha Electric Scooter: Design Expected The River Indie-based, Yamaha electric scooter has been snapped testing in Bangalore in a camouflaged avatar. However, it does reveal a few of the design highlights that the electric two-wheeler gets. The Yamaha electric scooter gets higher mounted tail lamps (as compared to the River Indie) and redesigned side panels. The rear wheel is exposed along with the rear suspension unit, that gives it a clean look. While the upcoming electric scooter is based on the River Indie, Yamaha has done some rework to make it look distinctive. The front fascia gets vertically oriented headlamps, from the test mule, it is also evident that the Yamaha electric scooter will ditch the side body work under the seats, as seen in the River Indie scooter. Yamaha Electric Scooter: Price Expected The upcoming Yamaha electric scooter is expected to be priced around the Rs 1.45 lakh - Rs 1.50 lakh price bracket. Upon its launch, it will rival the likes of TVS iQube, Ather Rizta, Bajaj Chetak, Hero Vida V1 and the soon-to-be-launched Suzuki e-Access.
Hindustan Times
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Suzuki e-Access production begins, will rival Honda Activa e
Suzuki will offer the e-Access in three colour options. Notify me Suzuki Motorcycle India has started the production of the e-Access in India. It will be the first electric scooter from the brand and is being manufactured in Gurgaon. We will soon ride the e-Access and bring the first ride review of the electric scooter. Once launched, the Suzuki e-Access will go against the Honda Activa e, TVS iQube, Ather Rizta, Bajaj Chetak and the Ola S1 among others. What is the claimed range of the Suzuki e-Access? Suzuki claims that the e-Access has a riding range of 95 km on a single charge. What is the battery pack size and charging time of the Suzuki e-Access? The battery pack of the Suzuki e-Access measures 3.07 kWh and is an LFP unit. Using the AC portable charger, the battery can be charged from 0 per cent to 100 per cent in approximately 6 hours and 20 minutes, and up to 80 per cent in about 4 hours and 30 minutes, under ambient temperature conditions of 25°C. The e-Access would also support DC fast charging which would be able to juice up the battery pack from 0 per cent to 100 per cent in approximately 2 hours and 12 minutes, while reaching 80 per cent takes around 1 hour and 12 minutes. Suzuki e-Access will come with a fixed battery pack. What are the specifications of the electric motor of the Suzuki e-Access? The electric motor is capable of producing 4.1 kW of max power and a peak torque output of 15 Nm. Also Read : 2025 Suzuki Avenis launched at ₹ 91,400, is now OBD2 compliant What are the riding modes of the Suzuki e-Access? The e-ACCESS provides riders with the option of three distinct drive modes : Eco Mode: This mode optimizes the cruising range by capping the maximum speed at 55 km/h, thereby limiting power output to save energy and enhancing energy recovery through improved regenerative braking. Ride Mode A: This mode offers maximum output with a top speed of 71 km/h. However, it features a higher regenerative braking setting (2kW), which results in quicker deceleration compared to Ride Mode B. Ride Mode B: This mode also provides maximum output with a maximum speed of 71 km/h, but it has a lower regenerative braking setting (1kW), leading to a slower deceleration than Ride Mode A. Check out Upcoming Bikes In India. First Published Date: 24 May 2025, 06:00 AM IST
NDTV
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
TVS Leads EV Export, Shipped Over 4,400 CE 02 Electric Scooters In FY25
India's electric two-wheeler exports are changing rapidly, with the BMW CE 02 becoming a top model. Produced by TVS Motor Company at its Hosur facility, it makes up 65 percent of all electric two-wheelers exported from India in FY2025, followed by Ather Electric and Bajaj. In FY2025, the Indian scooter industry saw record sales. Domestic sales reached 6.85 million units, and the industry exported over half a million scooters for the second year in a row. Electric scooter exports also hit a new high in FY2025, with nearly 7,000 units shipped, a 325 percent increase compared to last year. Electric scooters accounted for 1 percent of the total 5.69 Lakh scooters exported. TVS Motor Company had a standout year in FY2025, with over 1.81 million scooter sales, leading to an overall total of 3.51 million two-wheelers sold, the best in its history. Additionally, the company's e-2W exports reached just under 6,000 units, a 404 percent rise from the previous year. The BMW CE 02 is a result of the strategic partnership between BMW Motorrad and TVS Motor Company. It is manufactured at TVS's facility in Tamil Nadu and began exporting in April 2024. This model combines BMW's engineering expertise with TVS's manufacturing capabilities. The BMW CE02 accounts for 75 percent of TVS Motor Company's e-2W exports, totaling around 4,400 units, while the remaining 25 percent consists of the TVS iQube. Ather Energy is ranked second in e-2W exports, having shipped 805 units. The majority of these exports consist of the Ather 450X, while the Ather 450S accounts for 12 percent of the total exports in FY2025. Additionally, Bajaj Auto, along with TVS and its iQube model, sold over 200,000 Chetak scooters in FY2025. In the last fiscal year, Bajaj Auto also exported 125 of these electric scooters.
