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HPCL Presents Times Drive Auto Summit & Awards 2026: Electric Scooter of the Year Nominations
HPCL Times Drive Auto Summit & Awards 2026: Four electric scooters have been shortlisted for the Electric Scooter of the Year award, including TVS Orbiter, Ampere Magnus Grand, Suzuki e-Access and Hero Vida VX2.
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Updated May 5, 2026, 03:03 PM IST
HPCL Presents Times Drive Auto Summit & Awards 2026: Electric Scooter of the Year Nominations
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) presents the Times Drive Auto Summit & Awards 2026, a Times Network initiative, scheduled to take place on May 5, in New Delhi. The event will bring together industry stakeholders, policymakers and experts to discuss developments shaping mobility in India.
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For the Electric Scooter of the Year category, four models have been shortlisted, representing a mix of affordable and mid-range electric two-wheelers with varying battery configurations and range claims. Here is an overview of the nominees:
TVS Orbiter
The TVS Orbiter is introduced with a single 3.1 kWh battery pack and a claimed IDC range of 158 km. Positioned below the iQube range, it is expected to deliver a lower real-world range compared to its IDC figure. Based on comparable usage patterns, the real-world range could be around 120 km, although this will be validated through independent testing. The scooter is priced at Rs 99,000 (ex-showroom).
Ampere Magnus Grand
Ampere Magnus Grand
The Ampere Magnus Grand is equipped with a 2.3 kWh LFP battery pack, offering a claimed range of 80–95 km in Eco mode on a single charge. The battery comes with a warranty of up to five years or 75,000 km. The scooter is priced at Rs 89,999 (ex-showroom).
Suzuki e-Access
Suzuki e-Access
The Suzuki e-Access features a Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery with a capacity of 3.072 kWh. It produces a maximum power output of 4.1 kW and 15 Nm of torque. The scooter has a claimed range of 95 km as per AIS 040 standards. In terms of dimensions, it has a wheelbase of 1305 mm and ground clearance of 160 mm. The scooter is priced at Rs 1.88 lakh (ex-showroom).
Hero Vida VX2
Hero Vida VX2
The Hero Vida VX2 comes with removable battery options, including a 3.4 kWh pack offering a claimed range of 142 km and a smaller 2.2 kWh pack with a claimed range of 92 km. The scooter also supports fast charging, with the battery reaching up to 80 per cent charge in around 60 minutes. It is priced at Rs 99,400 (ex-showroom).
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