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Ultraviolette Shockwave comes as a key product under the EV startups strategy to launch 12 electric two-wheelers in the Indian market by 2028. Ultraviolette Shockwave comes as a key product under the EV startups strategy to launch 12 electric two-wheelers in the Indian market by 2028. Ultraviolette Shockwave was launched in India as an enduro electric motorcycle, priced at ₹1.50…

Factory Ducati rider Marc Marquez claimed a dominant lights-to-flag victory in the Thailand Grand Prix sprint race, as team-mate Francesco Bagnaia held off Ai Ogura to finish third. Having claimed pole position by 0.146s in qualifying, Marquez was also untouchable in Saturday’s half-distance race at Buriram, leading every lap en route to a 1.18s victory over younger brother Alex Marquez….

With two new showcases, Bengaluru-based electric motorcycle manufacturer Ultraviolette Automotive quite literally, sent shockwaves across not just the Indian but the global motorcycling landscape. A relatively young brand, Ultraviolette presently has one product on sale – the F77 electric motorcycle, that entered the European market in Q4 of CY2024 marking a pivotal step in its global expansion plans. The brand’s…

Marc Marquez is refusing to feel “super happy” after his lights-to-flag victory in the Thailand Grand Prix sprint race, warning that things can change quickly in MotoGP. Having already established himself in testing as the firm favourite for the Buriram 2025 season-opener, the six-time champion romped to pole position before a dominant win in Saturday’s half-distance race. The factory Ducati…

As electric motorcycles are revolutionizing the riding experience, Verge Motorcycles is at the forefront. The Finnish company behind this motorcycle was originally known as RMK Vehicle Corporation before being rebranded to Verge Motorcycles in 2020. Since then, it has used its innovation, and cutting-edge technology to design the 2023 Verge TS Ultra with unmatched performance and advanced riding experience. Revolutionary…

Marc Marquez outduelled his brother in a strategic masterclass to claim victory on his debut with the factory Ducati MotoGP team in the Thailand Grand Prix. Polesitter Marquez purposefully sat behind Gresini’s Alex Marquez for a large section of the race and made the decisive move on him with four laps to run to claim what was an otherwise comfortable…

Tesseract mania! Ultraviolette’s e-scooter receives over 20k bookings in 48 hours! Ultraviolette Automotive has taken the Indian electric scooter market by storm with its maiden launch in the segment, the Tesseract. Within just 48 hours of unveiling, the company has racked up over 20,000 pre-bookings. In response to this overwhelming interest, the Bengaluru-based EV manufacturer has decided to extend its…

Joan Mir said he was ‘burning himself’ in the brutal heat of Buriram after crashing out of the top 10 in the MotoGP Thai Grand Prix on Sunday. Mir’s factory Yamaha counterpart Alex Rins was also affected by an overheating bike in Thailand, revealing a burned patch on his inner thigh during the post-race interviews. Having qualified 11th for the…

Bengaluru-based electric vehicle manufacturer Ultraviolette has entered two new segments in the Indian electric vehicle market – scooter and light motorcycle. The company has launched the Tesseract scooter and the Shockwave electric motorcycle – a significant step in its mission to revolutionize the EV industry. The company also highlighted its future roadmap of the next three years as it plans…

Francesco Bagnaia says Marc Marquez was “playing with us” in the Thailand Grand Prix and could have dominated the MotoGP race if he wanted. New factory Ducati signing Marquez claimed victory in the opening round of the 2025 MotoGP season, beating brother Alex Marquez and team-mate Bagnaia to the top spot at Buriram. While the elder Marquez secured pole position…

Looking more like a mountain bike, the NIU XQi3 emoto does feel like an e-bike but with much more … [+] power and capability. NIU Just above the realm of e-bikes (with pedals) and below full-size electric motorcycles (with no pedals), there’s an interesting zone of innovation shaping up. Industry folks often call it the “city plus” niche, but since…

Pirelli will become MotoGP’s official tyre manufacturer from 2027 to 2031, after Michelin’s current deal ends. This is a logical step for the Italian brand, which has been supplying its rubber to the Moto2 and Moto3 series since last year, as well as the World Superbike championship in a long-standing partnership that began in 2004. Having provided tyres to the…

Electrify Expo, a North American electric vehicle (EV) and technology festival, has shared that Can-Am will join its first stop in Orlando on March 22 and 23. Attendees will get an exclusive chance to experience the Can-Am Pulse and Origin electric motorcycles. These demos, along with all other brands at Electrify Expo, are included in the price of the entry…

Michelin has explained it is set to leave the MotoGP championship because Dorna wanted to have the same supplier for all of its series, which the French marque disagreed with. Pirelli was announced on Thursday as MotoGP’s next tyre manufacturer from 2027 to 2031. The Italian brand already provides tyres to Moto2 and Moto3, while it will also take over…

Home Car And Bike Ultraviolette Expands EV Lineup with Tesseract Scooter and Shockwave Motorcycle Ultraviolette unveils Tesseract scooter and Shockwave motorcycle, featuring advanced tech, radar safety, and global expansion plans. Prices start at Rs 1.2L and Rs 1.49L. New Delhi – Electric vehicle manufacturer Ultraviolette has unveiled two new products aimed at reshaping the EV landscape: the Tesseract electric scooter…

Honda won the inter-Japanese contest in the Thai Grand Prix after Johann Zarco finished seventh on the best of the RC213Vs, four places ahead of the highest-placed Yamaha of Jack Miller. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean Honda is starting the 2025 season ahead of Yamaha in the pecking order. The reality, as always, is more complicated, and a clear answer…

NEW LIMITED-PRODUCTION HARLEY-DAVIDSON CVO ROAD GLIDE RR MOTORCYCLE BRINGS RACE-SPEC PERFORMANCE AND PRECISION TO THE STREET Most Powerful Production Harley-Davidson Big Twin Ever Sets New Benchmark for Street-Legal Bagger Performance Harley-Davidson has set a new benchmark for performance baggers with the introduction of the CVO™ Road Glide® RR model, the most powerful and dynamic production motorcycle ever offered in the…

Ultraviolette has expanded its electric vehicle lineup with the launch of the Shockwave, an adventure-focused electric motorcycle inspired by rally and supermoto designs. Priced at an introductory Rs. 1,49,999 for the first 10,000 customers (down from its standard Rs. 1,75,000), the Shockwave is built for off-road enthusiasts seeking power, agility, and modern features. Performance and Key Features The Ultraviolette Shockwave…

The 2025 MotoGP season got underway in Thailand last weekend where Marc Marquez dominated on his factory Ducati debut. He won the sprint race and grand prix in a dream weekend for the six-time champion, while younger brother Alex finished runner-up in both contests. So, how impressive were Marc’s performances? In contrast, it was a concerning weekend for his new…