Bajaj has launched the new Dominar 400 with factory-fitted touring accessories tailor-made for riders.

The Dominar 400, now in its new avatar, gets a taller, revised visor to fend off wind blast at high speeds. The jet-inspired handguards also improve rider comfort with great wind protection. To mount luggage on long trips, the bike is equipped with a carrier (and a saddle stay to ensure tight fitment) and a backrest for pillion comfort.

A new engine bash plate with an integrated metal skid plate offers impact protection in the event of an accident or fall. To protect the rider during unfortunate events, there are leg guards in place to deflect damage away from the body. The Dominar 400 now also comes equipped with a cast aluminium mount – strategically placed out of view of the road – for riders to attach a navigation device. Additionally, it gets a USB charging port for mobile phones.

The new Dominar 400 retains the same liquid-cooled 373.3 cc DOHC FI engine, delivering 40 Ps of power and 35 Nm of torque. All the accessories, apart from saddle stay (sold separately by Bajaj dealers), will come as standard on the sports tourer.

The new Dominar 400 is available across all Bajaj showrooms (in 2 colour options – Aurora Green and Charcoal Black) at a price of INR 216,648 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Narayan Sundararaman, Head of Marketing, Bajaj Auto, said “Dominar 400 has been able to create a strong following for itself and has become the preferred choice for city riders and long-distance tourers, alike. Customers have pushed the bike into long distances and challenging geographies with aplomb, which inspired us to strengthen the sports tourer credentials in the new Dominar. Basis interactions with Dominar riders, we have thoughtfully designed and smartly handpicked the touring accessories that don’t just accentuate the style and tour-worthiness of the motorcycle but also amp up the rider’s safety. These accessories are factory-fitted and will ensure that the riders will have the best touring experience.” (MT)

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Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), a leading two-wheeler manufacturer in the country, has announced its wholesales for FY2026.

The company sold 549,145 units in March 2026, up 29 percent YoY, which includes 512,303 units in domestic market and 36,842 units exported.

For FY2026, wholesales came at 6.36 million units, up 9 percent YoY, which includes 5.74 million units in domestic market and 620,229 units exported.

Honda Motorcycle & Scoter India stated that the year witnessed a balanced performance across domestic and export markets, supported by a strong product portfolio and a consistent focus on quality, reliability and customer satisfaction.

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Bengaluru-based electric vehicle manufacturer Simple Energy has reported its highest-ever monthly sales in March 2026.

The company reported registering 1,744 units across India (excluding Telangana) as per VAHAN data, which marks a 128.25 percent MoM growth.

The OEM has now secured a position among the top 10 electric two-wheeler manufacturers in India. Simple Energy said it moved to 9th place in the national rankings, surpassing e-Sprinto.

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Bengaluru-based electric two-wheeler company Ola Electric has announced a recovery in business performance, with daily orders exceeding 1,000 units during the final week of March 2026.

The company reported retail sales of 10,117 units in March 2026 (as per VAHAN data), representing a 150 percent increase from the 3,973 units recorded in February.

The demand recovery, the company said, follows a restructuring of its service operations. Ola Electric reported that 80 percent of vehicles are now serviced on the same day. This change is attributed to improved parts availability, faster diagnostics and tighter operational control. These measures were implemented to address previous service challenges and reduce turnaround times.

Furthermore, it has introduced complimentary cab rides in the event of service delays. Assured resale value for all vehicles in the portfolio.  An 8-year warranty covering the entire product range.

Interestingly, Ola Electric became the first Indian electric vehicle brand to surpass 1 million cumulative registrations on the VAHAN platform.

“We are seeing a clear inflection in demand, with daily orders scaling steadily through March and accelerating meaningfully in the final weeks. This momentum is being driven by the structural improvements in our service operations, which are now delivering faster turnaround times and a significantly better ownership experience. As customer confidence strengthens, we are seeing stronger conversion across our portfolio, giving us confidence that this recovery will further sustain and scale,” said Ola Electric in a statement.

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Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has announced a realignment of its motorsports programme, marking a formal entry into off-road racing. The move is intended to align the company’s domestic activities with Honda’s global focus on rally, motocross, and endurance formats.

After 18 years of involvement in Indian circuit racing, including the Honda One Make Race and the Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship (INMRC), HMSI is transitioning its resources toward dirt-based disciplines. This shift follows the growing popularity of rally and supercross in India.

Key elements of the transition include:

• Rider Development: Transitioning from Moto3-spec training on platforms like the NSF250R toward off-road rider development programmes.
• Market Alignment: Responding to a diverse audience base attracted to the accessibility of rally and dirt-track formats.
• Global Integration: Aligning Indian operations with international programmes such as the Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) and Honda’s global rally expertise.

In conjunction with its racing entry, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India is evaluating an expansion of its product portfolio. The company intends to focus on adventure and off-road-capable motorcycles to meet the increasing demand for all-terrain riding among Indian consumers.

The entry into off-road racing is expected to provide a testing ground for future motorcycle models tailored for Indian riding conditions while broadening participation in national motorsport.

“In India, off‑road racing has been witnessing growing popularity due to its high entertainment value and accessibility, attracting a wider and more diverse audience. With motorsport interest increasingly shifting toward rally, supercross, and dirt‑based formats, HMSI is evolving its motorsport direction accordingly by expanding its presence in off‑road racing categories while gradually transitioning from circuit racing activities,” the company said in a statement.

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