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Hindustan Times
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
TVS Orbiter nameplate patented, could launch later this year
TVS recently filed a design patent for a new scooter in Indonesia. There is a possibility that the new name is used for the upcoming scooter. ( Notify me TVS Motor Company has filed a nameplate patent for 'Orbiter'. It is expected that this name would be used for an upcoming electric scooter that will be positioned below the iQube in the brand's portfolio. The launch of the TVS Orbiter could happen later this year. However, nothing is confirmed as of now. This is because the name of the product is finalised when it is closer to the launch. Apart from the Orbiter, TVS has also filed nameplate patents for 'EV-One' and 'O'. TVS Motor Company is once again stirring up anticipation in the electric two-wheeler segment, thanks to a recently leaked design patent. Although there's no official word yet regarding its market-specific launch, speculations are strong that the patent reveals a brand-new entry-level electric scooter. This model is likely to sit below the existing TVS iQube, both in terms of pricing and features, making it an accessible option for a broader range of buyers. Also Read : TVS Motor working on new 450 cc motorcycle platform, shared with BMW and Norton A More Aerodynamic and Youthful Design According to details published by Indonesian automotive blog the design patent points to a scooter that borrows design cues from the iQube but brings them in a much slimmer, more streamlined package. Visually, the most striking aspect is the LED headlamp with integrated daytime running lights (DRLs), which is reminiscent of the iQube's setup but appears more compact and refined. Another notable shift is the overall body structure. Unlike the iQube's upright and boxy appearance, the new scooter adopts a sleeker profile with smooth, aerodynamic panels flowing from the front floorboard to the rear. This approach not only enhances visual appeal but may also help with efficiency and performance—two critical factors in the electric mobility segment. Also Read : TVS Jupiter 125 DT SXC launched at ₹ 88,942. Here's what is new A Scooter for the Urban Youth? The design direction suggests that TVS could be targeting a younger, more style-conscious urban demographic with this scooter. The sportier and more modern look is in line with current trends among urban EV buyers, who prioritize aesthetics alongside practicality. Global EV or Something Else? Interestingly, TVS had earlier confirmed it was working on a new global electric vehicle, and this patent could very well be part of that initiative. However, ambiguity still surrounds the nature of the scooter. While all signs point to it being an EV, the company has yet to confirm whether this model is fully electric or possibly powered by an internal combustion engine (ICE). Get insights into Upcoming Cars In India, Electric Vehicles, Upcoming Bikes in India and cutting-edge technology transforming the automotive landscape. First Published Date: 13 Jun 2025, 09:32 AM IST
Hindustan Times
09-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
TVS patent leak hints at new electric scooter. Is it the brand's next global electric model
The leaked design patent indicates the new scooter takes cues from the existing TVS iQube but has a slimmer and more streamlined profile. ( Check Offers TVS Motor Company appears to be preparing for its next major push in the electric two-wheeler space. A new scooter design, recently leaked via a patent filing in Indonesia, offers the first glimpse at what could be the company's upcoming electric model. Though there is no confirmation regarding its market-specific launch, the scooter is rumored to be the new entry-level EV that TVS has already hinted at—a model positioned likely below the iQube in pricing and features. TVS new electric scooter: Design patent The leaked design patent, published on Indonesian auto website indicates the new scooter takes cues from the existing TVS iQube but has a slimmer and more streamlined profile. The standout visual styling features include an LED headlamp with integrated DRLs such as the iQube but in a slimmer package. Also Read : TVS Motor working on new 450 cc motorcycle platform, shared with BMW and Norton The scooter also appears to have more aerodynamic body panels, flowing smoothly from the floorboard to the rear end. This design philosophy is a departure from the boxy and upright form of the iQube, implying that TVS could be aiming at younger, urban buyers with a more contemporary look. Is this the global EV TVS had teased? The company has already confirmed in the past that the brand is developing a new global electric scooter. The leaked patent might have something to do with that development. Still, there is still a bit of uncertainty as to whether this model will come out as an electric vehicle (EV) or an internal combustion engine (ICE) scooter. TVS already has a range of conventional scooters in global markets like Indonesia, and the company has not officially clarified the nature of this patent filing. The scooter also appears to have more aerodynamic body panels, flowing smoothly from the floorboard to the rear end Still, considering recent statements and the EV-friendly design direction, it's widely expected that this will be part of TVS's growing electric portfolio. The patent leak comes at a time when TVS Motor is basking in the glory of good sales performance. Also Read : TVS Jupiter 125 DT SXC launched at ₹ 88,942. Here's what is new In FY2025, it sold more than 18 lakh scooters, which helped account for record sales of 35.1 lakh two-wheelers across all segments. In the electric space, exports of electric two-wheelers (e-2Ws) recorded a whopping 404 per cent year-on-year growth, with almost 6,000 units exported abroad. Check out Upcoming EV Bikes in India. First Published Date: 09 Jun 2025, 17:00 PM IST
