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Hero Splendor can now on electric charge instead of petrol: Check here

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Whenever there’s a discussion about the highest mileage bikes in India, one name that can’t be missed is Hero Splendor. The price and maintenance cost of this bike is so low that it fits comfortably in the budget of the common man. But since the last few weeks, the price of petrol has increased so much that the common man has to think several times before taking it out. Here’s something that might get you excited.

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The EV Conversion Kit for Hero Splendor bike has been launched in the market. For those who are about to buy Hero Splendor and want to save on petrol, there is now an option for them to save money by installing an electric kit on their favourite bike. The use of this electric kit has also been approved by the RTO. EV startup company GoGoA1 based in Thane, Maharashtra has recently launched it, which is being priced at Rs 35,000.

However, along with the principal amount, you will have to pay GST of Rs 6,300 and you will also have to pay the battery cost separately. Overall, the EV conversion kit and the battery will cost Rs 95,000. This will be an addition to the money you spend to buy a Hero Splendor. In such a situation, the electric Hero Splendor Electric will cost you a lot. However, it will be a one-time investment.

The company is also offering a 3-year warranty is being given with its kit. According to Rushlane, the GoGoA1 claims that it can run up to 151 km on a single charge.

At present, popular companies in India have not launched such electric bikes, whose fuel variants are being sold heavily. In such a situation, now the company GoGoA1 has put an option in front of the people, which is very expensive. In the coming times, many two-wheeler companies including Hero, Bajaj and Yamaha, Honda will launch electric bikes.

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Improved version of Hyundai Creta launched in Indian market: Check it out here

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Hyundai India launched the much-awaited Creta Knight Edition in the country at a starting price of Rs 13.51 lakh (ex-showroom, all-India). This new variant is available in both petrol and diesel engine options and can be had either with a manual or an automatic transmission unit. To read more about the Creta Knight Edition, click here. In addition to this, the company has also introduced a model-year update for the Hyundai Creta with new feature additions.

The 2022 Hyundai Creta is now available in a new Denim Blue colour option and the Highline TPMS is now standard across all variants. The SX (O) trim now also gets a glossy black centre console. Furthermore, the company will offer the iMT option on the 1.5-litre petrol ‘S’ variant to further expand choices for the customers. The new S+ variant powered by a 1.4-litre T-GDi petrol engine with 7DCT now gets an additional set of features, such as –

– Smart panoramic sunroof

– 16-inch black alloy wheels

– Smartphone wireless charger

– Rear Disc Brakes

– Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

– Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)

– Hill start assist control (HAC)

– Paddle shifters

– Metal pedals

– Electric and auto-folding ORVMs

– Power window auto up/down

Mechanically, the SUV continues to be powered by the existing petrol and diesel engine options.

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