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Electric Motorcycle segment likely to get traction
3+ hour, 33+ min ago (594+ words) Published - March 21, 2026 09:33 pm IST - "MUMBAI For several years now, the electric two-wheeler conversation stayed in the form of scooters because battery costs, range anxiety and charging infrastructure made high-performance motorcycles impractical." That is mathematics is now shifting. With almost all…...
Lorry owners reject govt. proposal to slash vehicle fitness fee by up to 50 per cent
4+ day, 2+ hour ago (176+ words) Updated - March 17, 2026 10:49 pm IST - VIJAYAWADA Andhra Pradesh Lorry Owners Association members rejected the State government's proposal to slash the vehicle fitness test fee by up to 50 per cent. Department of Transport and Roads and Buildings Special Chief Secretary M.T. Krishna Babu,…...
Yamaha EC-06: A measured step into electric mobility
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (151+ words) Ride comfort is supported by a telescopic front suspension setup and a rear coil spring, tuned for typical urban road surfaces. Braking duties are managed by disc brakes at both ends, supported by a Combi Brake System to enhance stability…...
New KTM 390 Adventure R brings lightweight, globally-developed adventure touring to India
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (311+ words) New KTM 390 Adventure R brings lightweight, globally-developed adventure touring to India'The Hindu Positioned as a more off-road-focused alternative within the 390 range, the motorcycle reflects KTM's rally heritage while addressing the growing demand for lightweight yet capable adventure tourers It is…...
Kerala government cuts vehicle fitness test fees by up to 50%
2+ mon, 1+ day ago (300+ words) Kerala government reduces vehicle fitness test fees by up to 50% in response to public backlash against increased rates. The Kerala government has issued a gazette notification slashing the vehicle fitness tests by up to 50% The Union government had significantly increased…...
Hike in fitness fees: lorry owners threaten strike from December 9
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (194+ words) Published - December 07, 2025 08:01 pm IST - VIJAYAWADA At a press conference here, association State general secretary Y.V. Eeswara Rao said that following the notification [GSR 850 (E)] issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on November 11, the State government jacked up vehicle testing…...
Watch: Sholay’s iconic ‘Yeh dosti’ motorbike is owned by this retired IAS officer
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (29+ words) Shorts News:Watch: Sholay's iconic "Yeh dosti' motorbike is owned by this retired IAS officer Watch: Sholay's iconic "Yeh dosti' motorbike is owned by this retired IAS officer...
SLOFT seeks withdrawal of proposed fee hike for issuing fitness certificates for vehicles
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (211+ words) Published - November 24, 2025 06:53 pm IST - Salem The State Lorry Owners Federation of Tamil Nadu (SLOFT) has demanded the Union Ministry of Road Transport to withdraw the proposed fee hike for issuance of fitness certificates for vehicles. The Union Ministry of Road…...
Revised vehicle fitness test fees: Lorry owners urge State to convey their concerns to Centre
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (163+ words) Published - November 23, 2025 08:53 pm IST - VIJAYAWADA In a statement, association general secretary Y. V. Eeswara Rao cited notification BSR 850 (E) on fitness fee issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on November 11, 2025, and said the State government was gearing up to collect…...
Revised fitness test fee sparks State-wide protest from motorists
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (371+ words) Revised vehicle fitness test fees spark statewide protests from transport workers, demanding withdrawal due to financial burden on low-income groups. A wave of protests has erupted across the State after the recent revision of vehicle fitness test fees by the…...