TVS Motor Launches Affordable Electric Scooter with Battery-as-a-Service Plan TVS Motor Company has introduced the TVS Orbiter V1, a budget-friendly electric scooter designed to make sustainable commuting accessible. Priced at Rs 49,999, the model features a 1.8 kWh battery and a unique Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) plan, allowing customers to separate the cost of the scooter from the battery. This approach aims to reduce upfront expenses and provide greater flexibility in ownership. The Orbiter V1 is tailored for urban environments, offering a certified Indian Driving Cycle (IDC) range of 86 km. It supports 0–80% battery charging in approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes, ensuring quick recharging for daily use. The scooter is equipped with a range of advanced features, including a connected mobile app for remote control and monitoring, a front LED headlamp with visor, and a coloured LCD cluster that displays incoming calls. Safety and convenience are emphasized through rider aids such as Hill Hold Assist, Cruise Control, and Parking Assist. The scooter also includes dual ride modes—Eco and Power—with regenerative braking to optimize energy efficiency. Over-the-Air (OTA) updates ensure the vehicle remains up-to-date with the latest software enhancements. Design elements focus on practicality and comfort, featuring an 845 mm long flat-form seat, a 290 mm straight-line footboard, an upright handlebar, and 34-litre under-seat storage. These details cater to both comfort and functionality, making the Orbiter V1 suitable for daily commuting. Gaurav Gupta, President of India 2W Business at TVS Motor, highlighted the scooter’s role as an accessible entry point into the company’s electric scooter lineup. He noted that the BaaS model represents a shift in EV ownership, offering transparency and flexibility to customers.#india #gaurav_gupta #tvs_motor #tvss_orbiter_v1 #battery_as_a_service
TVS Motor Launches Orbiter V1 Electric Scooter at ₹49,999, Introduces Battery Subscription Model TVS Motor Company has expanded its electric scooter lineup with a lower-capacity variant and a battery subscription option aimed at reducing the upfront cost of EV ownership in India. The Orbiter V1 electric scooter was launched on March 12, 2026, priced at ₹49,999 (ex-showroom Delhi, inclusive of PM e-Drive subsidy) under a new Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model. Without BaaS, the scooter is priced at ₹84,500 under the same subsidy conditions. The announcement was made in Lucknow and simultaneously disclosed to the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange. The Orbiter V1 is powered by a 1.8 kWh battery and delivers a certified IDC range of 86 km per charge. It supports charging from zero to 80% in approximately two hours and 20 minutes, making it practical for daily urban use. The scooter joins the existing Orbiter V2, which carries a 3.1 kWh battery and was launched last year to positive market reception. With the addition of the V1, TVS now offers the Orbiter in two variants catering to different range and budget requirements. On design, the V1 features an 845 mm flat-form seat built for both rider and pillion comfort, a 290 mm straight-line footboard offering legroom, and an upright handlebar intended to reduce riding fatigue. Under-seat storage stands at 34 litres, sufficient to hold two helmets. The overall design is described by TVS as modern and purposeful, prioritising function without sacrificing form. The scooter is equipped with a range of technology features. A coloured LCD instrument cluster displays incoming calls alongside standard ride information.#national_stock_exchange #bombay_stock_exchange #tvs_motor_company #gaurav_gupta #aniruddha_haldar
