Some new software updates and sales milestones today with a few leaks and teasers.
TVS NTorq – Within 19 months of its launch, the TVS NTorq has crossed 3.5 lakhs sales mark. The 125cc scooter is getting quite popular in India thanks to the desirable package it offers along with the latest features that attracts young audience.
Google Maps – Google is rolling out a new software update for the Maps that will help users make reports about crash, speed trap, slowdown, construction, lane closure, disabled vehicle and objects on the road. It’ll be very helpful in India, specially in the congested traffic situations in metro cities.
Hyundai Kona – The Indian government has placed an order of 10 Kona electric vehicles for Energy Efficiency Services Ltd. (EESL) out of which 4 cars have already been delivered. Hyundai has received over 300 orders for the Kona across the country and out of which more than 150 have been delivered.
MG Hector – The MG Hector gets its first OTA software update. It will be rolled out in a phased manner. The eSIM embedded Hector can receive OTA updates for bug fixes and new features for its infotainment system with connected car technology.
Harley-Davidson LiveWire – Recently the American bike maker paused the production and sale of the LiveWire after finding some fault in the charging process. Now they have resumed the production and deliveries and have said that the electric bike is safe to be charged by all methods now.
Motor Trivia – Do you know Bajaj Auto started their operations in 1945 as Bachraj Trading Corporation Private Limited and started off in India with the sales of imported two & three wheelers from Vespa. They later obtained manufacturing license in 1959.
Comment of the day – Supreme – “Huge respect for this Indian company (TVS) which is fighting hard and is improving like anything in every new product like NTorq, Apache, Grande otherwise Honda would have restricted us to basic shock absorbers or some sticker jobs.”
