5 upcoming electric scooter launches in December 2023

5 upcoming electric scooter launches in December 2023

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It’s the last month of the calendar year and we are all set to get some exciting launches in the market, especially in the electric mobility space. From new variants to special editions and a new brand identity, electric two-wheeler makers have plenty of new offerings lined up, making sure December 2023 will be a busy month for us.

By: HT Auto Desk
| Updated on: 02 Dec 2023, 18:43 PM

From the Ather 450 Apex and Simple Dot One, to the new Bajaj Chetak Urbane, December 2023 will see plenty of new e-scooter launches

We bring together all the major upcoming electric scooter launches that you can look forward to in December.

Bajaj Chetak
The new Bajaj Chetak Urbane comes with fewer features but also gets a more affordable price tag

Bajaj Chetak Urbane

Kickstarting this month has been Bajaj Auto with the updated Chetak Urbane. The new base variant gets a revised range, drum brakes, and a single Eco riding mode. It also gets a more affordable price tag starting at ₹1.15 lakh, going up to ₹1.21 (all prices, ex-showroom) for the Tecpac with more connectivity options, electronic aids and an additional riding mode. Expect the Bajaj Chetak Premium to be updated soon as well.

Also Read : Bajaj Chetak Urbane launched with upgrades, priced from ₹1.15 lakh

2023 Ather 450X
The upcoming Ather 450 Apex will be based on the 450X but with more power and better acceleration | Image used only for representational purpose

Ather 450 Apex

Ather Energy has announced its plans to launch the 450 Apex soon. The new offering promises to be the fastest iteration of the 450X with impressive acceleration and performance numbers. We wait to see how the new scooter will shape in terms of the hardware and will the upgrades come at a significant premium.

Simple One
The upcoming Simple Dot One is expected to be a more accessible version of the electric scooter | Image used only for representational purpose

Simple Dot One

Simple Energy may be slow in delivering its maiden electric scooter but that hasn’t stopped the company from announcing its second electric offering. The Simple Dot One is expected to be the start-up’s most accessible model and is likely to share the underpinnings with the One. More details on the Dot One will be available in the coming days.

Kinetic Green Electric Scooter
The upcoming Kinetic Green electric scooter will come with a new brand identity for the Pune-based manufacturer

4. Kinetic Green electric scooter

Kinetic Green is all set to introduce a new electric scooter on December 11, which will mark a new chapter for the company. While details are scarce about the new e-scooter, the company promises to announce a new brand identity with the upcoming model, making it all that special. More details on Kinetic Green’s upcoming electric scooter will be available soon.

Gogoro CrossOver
The Gogoro CrossOver looks rugged with fork gaiters , 12-inch wheels wrapped in Maxxis dual-purpose tyres, black elements and a host of storage spaces

5. Gogoro Crossover

Taiwanese electric mobility company Gogoro is all set to bring its first electric offering to the Indian market in the form of the Crossover e-scooter. Making its debut earlier this year, the Gogoro Crossover is a rugged little offering that packs several off-road friendly components that aid in tackling rough terrain easily. Gogoro has not confirmed if it will be making any changes to the e-scooter for the Indian market but we do know that the model will be made in India and is being targeted at B2B users, due to its versatility.

First Published Date: 02 Dec 2023, 18:43 PM IST


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Simple Energy trademarks Dot One nameplate. More affordable e-scooters incoming

Simple Energy trademarks Dot One nameplate. More affordable e-scooters incoming

by with No Comment Electric vehicles cars

Bengaluru-based start-up Simple Energy has trademarked ‘Dot One’ and ‘Simple Dot One’ nameplates in India hinting at two new electric scooters in the works. The two new e-scooters will most likely be variants of each other with a few differences. Sources suggest the upcoming Simple Dot One and Dot One e-scooters will be positioned below the Simple One, launched earlier this year. The upcoming offerings will take on the newly-launched Ather 450S, Ola S1 Air and TVS iQube in the segment.

By: Sameer Fayaz Contractor
| Updated on: 11 Aug 2023, 15:15 PM

Simple Energy will bring two new electric scooters to the market by October that will be positioned below the One in its stable

The Simple Dot One and Dot One e-scooters are expected to arrive as early as October with a range of about 180 km on a single charge. The company is likely to use the same platform as the One but plonk a smaller battery and fewer features to make it more cost-effective.

Also Read : Simple Energy to launch two new affordable e-scooters in the coming quarter

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Prices for the Simple One start at ₹1.45 lakh, going up to ₹1.58 lakh (ex-showroom Bengaluru after subsidy). The new models will undercut this pricing

Currently, the Simple One is priced from ₹1.45 lakh (ex-showroom, after FAME II subsidy) onwards, which positions itself at the premium end of the electric scooter segment. Do note that the One was originally announced with an asking price of ₹1.10 lakh (ex-showroom). However, the revision in FAME II subsidies meant the pricing witnessed a significant price bump, much like the rest of the competition.

The more affordable Simple Dot One and Dot One aim to make the e-scooter more accessible. At present, the One e-scooter comes equipped with an 8.5 kW (11.3 bhp) electric motor with a continuous power output of 4.5 kW (6 bhp) and a peak torque of 72 Nm. The model can sprint from 0-40 kmph in 2.77 seconds with a top speed of 105 kmph, which makes it one of the fastest scooters in its class.

The Simple Dot One will be produced at the company's facility in Tamil Nadu and is likely to share its underpinnings with the One e-scooter
The Simple Dot One will be produced at the company’s facility in Tamil Nadu and is likely to share its underpinnings with the One e-scooter

The Simple One gets a claimed range of 212 km on a single charge from its 5 kWh battery pack. The charging time will also differ, should the model not get fast charging. The Simple Dot One and Dot One will be built at the company’s facility in Shoolagiri, Tamil Nadu, with an annual production capacity of 10 lakh units. At the time of launch, Simple Energy said that it had over 1 lakh bookings for the One e-scooter, and the numbers should increase further when the Dot One hits the market. The start-up has begun deliveries of the One only in Bengaluru so far, while other cities should get the model in the coming months.

First Published Date: 11 Aug 2023, 15:15 PM IST


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