The new Ducati Panigale V4 Lamborghini has officially arrived in India, with the first unit delivered in Mumbai. This exclusive motorcycle, born from an ongoing collaboration between the two legendary Italian brands, is already sold out worldwide. All remaining units allocated for the Indian market have been booked, cementing the model’s status as an instant collector’s item.

This launch marks the third chapter in the partnership between Ducati and Lamborghini, both emblematic of Italy’s Motor Valley region. Their shared values of advanced technology, sporting pedigree and exclusivity have previously produced models like the Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini and the Diavel 1260 Lamborghini. The new Panigale V4 Lamborghini continues that tradition, combining engineering excellence with high artistry.

The latest collaboration centres on each brand’s most advanced platform: the Panigale V4 S superbike and the Lamborghini Revuelto hybrid super sports car. The Revuelto serves as the direct design and technical inspiration, featuring a powertrain that generates 1015 horsepower from a new V12 engine and three electric motors. Extensive use of carbon fibre gives the Revuelto a weight-to-power ratio of 1.75 kg per horsepower, enabling acceleration from zero to one hundred kilometres per hour in just 2.5 seconds and a top speed exceeding 350 kilometres per hour.

For the Panigale V4 Lamborghini, Ducati’s design team collaborated closely with Lamborghini’s stylists to create a unique livery based on visible-carbon-fibre black, accented with Verde Scandal, Grigio Telesto, and Grigio Acheso. The forged aluminium wheels mirror those of the Revuelto, while the tail section and wings have been reshaped to echo the supercar’s lines. Only 630 numbered examples are being produced worldwide, with the Indian models featuring this exclusive Lamborghini-inspired finish.

The motorcycle is built on the advanced V4 S platform, incorporating the Ducati Vehicle Observer and Race eCBS electronics. Extensive carbon fibre components, including the heat shield, mudguards and bodywork, use the same weave found in Lamborghini cars, with a distinctive herringbone pattern along the symmetry line. An approved Akrapovič titanium silencer with carbon end caps helps raise maximum power to 218.5 horsepower while reducing weight to 185 kg, nearly two kg less than the standard Panigale V4 S.

Additional equipment includes a dry clutch, billet aluminium adjustable footrests and levers and a track kit with a racing tank cap and open carbon fibre clutch cover. Each bike features a dedicated dashboard animation, a laser-etched ignition key badge, a certificate of authenticity and a custom wooden crate with a matching rear stand. Priced at INR 10 million ex-showroom India, the limited edition is already fully allocated following the first Mumbai delivery.

Bipul Chandra, Managing Director, Ducati India, said, “With the Panigale V4 Lamborghini, Ducati continues to celebrate the perfect blend of performance, design and exclusivity that defines both Ducati and Lamborghini. This collaboration brings together two iconic Italian brands that share a passion for engineering excellence and craftsmanship. The Panigale V4 Lamborghini is not just a motorcycle but a collector’s masterpiece that embodies innovation, sportiness and the unmistakable spirit of Italian automotive artistry. We are excited to bring this extraordinary machine closer to enthusiasts and collectors in India.”

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Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, has introduced its first flex-fuel vehicles – the Splendor+ Flex Fuel and the HF Deluxe Flex Fuel. The launch introduces the first flex-fuel motorcycles to India's 100cc mass-market segment, establishing a new milestone in the country's transition toward alternative fuels.

The Hero HF Deluxe Flex Fuel will be sold at INR 72,792 and Hero Splendor+ Flex Fuel at INR 82,710 (ex-showroom Delhi).

Engineered for everyday commuting, these new models are fully compatible with ethanol-blended petrol ranging from E20 up to E85. The localised technology supports India's national directive to lower economic carbon intensity by 45 percent by 2030.

The vehicles were unveiled ahead of World Environment Day in New Delhi in the presence of Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) and Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), alongside Hero MotoCorp leadership.

Developed at Hero MotoCorp's Centre for Innovation & Technology (CIT) in Jaipur, the flex-fuel line features minimal-to-no imported component content. The initial market release is scheduled for July 2026 across Delhi and select regions of Maharashtra, with a nationwide rollout to follow shortly thereafter.

Both motorcycles are powered by a modified 97.2cc engine architecture engineered to dynamically adapt to varying ethanol-to-petrol ratios. When running on E85 fuel, the powertrain delivers a peak power output of 6.3 kW at 8,000 rpm and maximum torque of 8.3 Nm at 6,000 rpm. To handle the corrosive and chemical properties of high-concentration ethanol blends, both models incorporate revised Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and structurally upgraded fuel system components.

Harshavardhan Chitale, CEO, Hero MotoCorp, said, "The launch of the Flex Fuel-ready Splendor+ and HF Deluxe marks another important step in our commitment towards cleaner and sustainable mobility. Developed at our Centre for Innovation & Technology (CIT) in Jaipur, these motorcycles underscore our commitment to delivering future-ready and locally relevant technologies. With minimal-to-no import content, our motorcycles strongly reflect India’s disruptive capabilities in manufacturing, while reinforcing the Government of India’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, Viksit Bharat and long-term energy security.”

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Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, has reported total wholesale dispatches of 570,068 units for May 2026, up 12 percent YoY, as compared to 507,701 units sold last year.

Overall domestic dispatches stood at 536,784 units for the month, registering around 10 percent growth compared to May 2025. The growth, the company said, was primarily driven by double-digit volume gains across the Deluxe 125cc, premium motorcycle and scooter segments. To further consolidate its position, the company launched the all-new Super Splendor XTEC 2.0 in the 125cc category.

On the exports front, sales grew around 78 percent YoY, albeit a low-year-ago base, with dispatches rising to 33,284 units in May 2026 from 18,704 units in May 2025. This global momentum was backed by an expanding premium product portfolio and targeted market entries.

The company's domestic retail momentum remained robust, supported by 496,957 official VAHAN registrations (excluding Telangana) recorded during the month.

Furthermore, VIDA, Hero MotoCorp’s emerging electric vehicle (EV) brand, continued its rapid retail scale-up, registering 19,052 units on the VAHAN platform in May 2026, up 166 percent over the corresponding period last year.

VIDA also commenced retail operations for the Dirt.E K3 electric motorcycle in select markets, expanding its product accessibility to target younger riding demographics.

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Suzuki Motorcycle India (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, has recorded its highest-ever monthly sales volume, delivering 132,244 units in May 2026, up 3 percent YoY, as compared 128,897 units sold last year.

The milestone performance was driven by an all-time high in domestic dispatches alongside steady growth in international export markets.

Suzuki Motorcycle India saw positive momentum in both the domestic market and exports. The company sold 110,028 units in the domestic market, up 2 percent YoY, while exports came at 22,216 units, up 5 percent YoY.

In addition to whole vehicle distributions, the manufacturer's spare parts division recorded financial gains. Spare parts sales generated revenue of INR 953.60 million in May 2026, marking a 14 percent growth rate over the prior year's corresponding month.

The volume growth highlights the impact of rising customer demand and SMIPL's expanded market outreach. Moving into the next phase of the fiscal year, the company plans to focus on brand activations and targeted engagement initiatives to maintain momentum.

Deepak Mutreja, Vice-President of Sales & Marketing, Suzuki Motorcycle India, said, “SMIPL’s strong performance in May 2026, marked by the highest-ever monthly sales, reflects the positive response to our products and services in the market. The domestic growth highlights the impact of a customer-centric approach and sustained engagement efforts in building deeper connections. Going forward, the focus remains on further enriching customer experiences through impactful engagement initiatives and brand activations.”

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Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), one of the leading two-wheeler manufacturers, has reported total sales of 518,777 units for May 2026, marking a 12 percent YoY growth compared to the 465,109 units sold for the same month last year.

The sales include 459,611 units in the domestic market, up 10 percent YoY, while exports came at 59,166 units, up 24 percent YoY.

The company's performance indicates steady demand across the automotive two-wheeler market, supported by a product portfolio and a retail network of over 7,000 corporate touchpoints nationwide.

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