TVS Orbiter Electric Scooter:
Today, TVS Motor Company has officially launched its new electric scooter, the TVS Orbiter, expanding its electric vehicle portfolio in the domestic market. The company claims that this new electric scooter boasts several advanced features that aren’t available in other models within the segment. As anticipated, the pricing strategy for this scooter is competitive compared to the iQube. It is introduced at a starting price of just 99,900 INR (ex-showroom).
Firstly, let’s discuss the look and design. This scooter stands distinct among others available in the market. Designed with a boxy and futuristic aesthetic, TVS states they have focused on the aerodynamics to ensure a 10% extra range. The Orbiter includes a connected mobile app, a visor-front LED headlamp, and a color LCD instrument cluster that displays incoming calls.
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The TVS Orbiter features a seat that is 845 mm long, ensuring both the rider and pillion enjoy a comfortable ride on the flat platform seat. The 290 mm straight footboard provides the rider with ample legroom. A broad, upright handlebar aids in maintaining a straight riding posture. Additionally, this electric scooter offers a 34-liter under-seat storage capable of accommodating two helmets.
Equipped with a 3.1 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, TVS claims the Orbiter provides an impressive 158 kilometers of driving range on a single charge. Its IP67-rated battery ensures safety from dust, sunlight, or water. It features 14-inch wheels that offer excellent stability on rough terrains.
Active Safety: Alerts for accidents, fall detection, anti-theft, geo-fencing, and time-fencing.
Control: Check battery charge and odometer remotely via a mobile app.
Smart Navigation: Turn-by-turn navigation with customizable settings.
Smartphone Connectivity: Receive calls, SMS, and personal alerts on the LCD digital cluster.
Safety Features: Includes hill hold assist, cruise control, and parking assist.
Updates: Over-the-air (OTA) updates will be regularly available.
Dual Mode: Eco and power modes with regenerative braking for range and safety.
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Boasting a 169 mm ground clearance, the TVS Orbiter includes integrated indicators, LED headlamp, edge-to-edge combination lamp, a USB charging port, and a robust body. The body's Orbiter graphics and connected tail lamps enhance its design appeal.
TVS Orbiter’s advanced connected features significantly enhance safety. It is loaded with options like time fence, live location tracking, navigate-to-vehicle, crash and fall alerts, emergency notification, geo-fencing, anti-theft, and towing alerts. Noteworthy, it’s the first in its segment to offer cruise control.
The Orbiter is designed to alert you instantly on your smartphone if it falls in the parking lot, informing about any position change of the scooter. It also includes an anti-theft alert for vehicle safety.
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TVS launches the Orbiter in a total of six color options: Neon Sunburst, Stratos Blue, Lunar Grey, Stellar Silver, Cosmic Titanium, and Martian Copper. Official bookings for this electric scooter have begun and can be made through the company's official website or authorized dealerships.
With the competitive pricing of the new TVS Orbiter, TVS Motors is all set to escalate the market competition further. Coupled with the iQube, TVS Motors already leads the segment, standing strong against Bajaj Chetak, Ola Electric, Hero Vida, and Ather Energy’s electric scooters.
