TVS Motor Company clocks 31% growth in February 2010

Motorcycles up 28%; Scooters up 38%; Domestic sales up 34%; Exports grow 15%; Highest Three-Wheeler Sales posted in Feb 2010Hosur, March 1, 2010: With significant contributions across all segments, TVS Motor Company has posted 31% growth registering total two wheeler sales of 140,544 units in the month of February 2010 against 107,301 units in the same month of the previous financial year. Cumulative growth for the period April 2009 to February 2010 stood at 1,375,176 units against 1,207,754 units in the comparable period of the previous year, a growth of 14%.The company's three wheeler sales also posted sizeable growth over February 2009, generating highest ever sales. Domestic sales posted growth of 34% registering 121,403 units in February 2010 in comparison with 90,718 units in the February 2009. The company's motorcycle registered a buoyant growth of 28% in February 2010 with sales of 63,394 units in February 2010 when compared to 49,659 units in the same month of the previous year. During the month, scooters witnessed substantial growth of 38% registering sales of 27,017 units when compared to 19,532 units in February 2009. Exports continued to show an upward trend posting 15% during the month of February with sales of 19,141 units against 16,583 units in February 2009. The company recorded 2,132 units of three wheeler sales in February 2010 against 550 units in February 2009; cumulative sales for the period April 2009 to February 2010 thus adding up to 12,549 units. During the month, TVS Jive, India's first auto clutch motorcycle was introduced in markets across Tamilnadu as well as Andhra Pradesh. The bike will be made available in phases across the country within the next month. The company will also launch its much awaited TVS Wego in phases across the country beginning March 2010.
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TVS LAUNCHES FLAME DS 125

Hosur, 13 November 2009:

TVS today re-launched the much awaited Twin Spark Plug "FLAME" motorcycle after obtaining all necessary permissions and clearances in accordance with law. This executive segment motorcycle, launched under the brand TVS Flame DS 125, is propelled by three valve CC-VTi technology, fired by twin spark plugs. Developed with AVL Austria, this 125 cc three valve engine is tuned to the ideal swirl-tumble port combination so that it delivers superior performance while simultaneously enhancing low, mid range power and delivering high fuel efficiency. The additional power and mileage is achieved by two separate intake ports namely swirl and tumble ports. The swirl port creates swirl motion of air-fuel mixture in the combustion chamber. This swirl motion helps in efficient combustion of lean air-fuel mixture, thus giving maximum fuel economy in its class. The tumble port provides the high flow rate, which aids delivery of high power. TVS Flame DS 125 is the only motorcycle in the country to have a unique combination of three valves and two spark plugs. Packing in 10.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm, TVS Flame DS 125 has a top speed of 95 kmph. Futuristic styling and technology deployed in this motorcycle gives it best-in-class appeal. The motorcycle's styling includes trendy headlight with two position lamps and embedded turn signal indicators which give the bike a sporty finish. The 240 mm front disc brake is complemented with a chic triangular exhaust that is not only unique but also enhances performance and delivers a pleasing sound with low emissions. The rear end of the bike sports a dual lens tail lamp. The bike is provided with electric start. Priced at Rs. 49,200 ex-showroom, the TVS Flame DS 125 comes in dual tone colours of red and black.

Bajaj loses its case before the Supreme Court TVS vindicated again

After being successful in its appeals before the Madras High Court, today TVS was again vindicated in its stance before the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court in a judgment pronounced today, in Special Leave Petitions filed by Bajaj Auto Limited against the Madras High Court order, held that TVS is entitled to sell its product "Flame" containing three valves and two spark plugs. The Madras High Court had in its order passed in May in TVS' appeals allowed TVS' application for an interim injunction restraining Bajaj from in any way interfering with the manufacture and marketing of TVS' products using internal combustion engines with three valves and two spark plugs pending disposal of TVS' suit against Bajaj for unjustified threats of infringement. The Supreme Court has directed TVS to maintain and file accounts of sales which shall be verified by a receiver to be appointed by the Madras High Court. Further the Court has directed that the suit before the Madras High Court be heard on a day to day basis on commencement after Dussehra vacations and that the hearing be concluded by 30 th November 2009

TVS Motor Company partners Coca Cola India

TVS Motor Company partners Coca Cola India
Hosur March 18, 2009: TVS Motor company has joined hands with Coca-cola India in an innovative cross-category tie-up to co-partner the latters novel Thunder Wheels initiative. Through this, consumers stand a chance to win an Apache RTR 160 motorcycle. In fact, this is the first time TVS is associating the Apache brand in a cross-category marketing initiative at the national level.
Thunder Wheels will be supported by an all new advertisement, which will soon go on air.We chose to partner this initiative as the Thunder Wheels concept is unique and more importantly because both Apache RTR and Thums Up share clear brand fit with respect to the audience they address. Both brands exhilarate youngsters who live by the virtues of masculinity, thirst for high adrenaline and have a want it; will get it, attitude, said H S Goindi, President- Marketing, TVS Motor Company.All a consumer needs to do is purchase a bottle of Thums up and SMS APACHE followed by the 9 digit unique code that is printed under the crown to 58558 from their mobile phones. Additionally consumers also have the option to Call 186 0233 0233 and register their code through an Interactive Voice Response System (IVRS). Winners are chosen by way of a computer generated lucky draw.The Thums Up Thunder Wheels initiative is applicable all India and is open till April 30, 2009.

NEW TVS FLAME 125 CC-VTI

This is the motorcycle that has Bajaj and TVS all stirred up. Sadly, it isn't because the damn thing's so good looking. Hmph. The nub of the matter is that the TVS has two spark plugs and a third valve – an inlet that opens later, sort of like VTEC. No all that's wrong. What happens is that TVS' carburettor opens into two vertically stacked manifolds that lead to the two intake valves, one each. As the carburettor slide rises on throttle application, the fuel-air mix first begins to travel down the lower one, the 'swirl port' as TVS calls it. This port is designed to operate with maximum swirl, generating maximum possible turbulence to allow the engine to offer great economy and torque. As the revs (and the slide) continue to rise, the carburettor begins to feed the motor through the other manifold, the 'power port'. This port is straigher compared to the curvy swirl port, and it's job in life is to flow more mixture. At high revs, this allows the engine to breathe deeper and make more power.I haven't had any saddle time, but am told that the torque levels are admirable. In many respects, this might be the best looking 125 on the market soon. Launch is expected by November. The rest of the text is from TVS. And the photos are all from here.
The all new 125 cc FLAMEThe all-new 4 Stroke, 4 geared 125cc FLAME is the most innovatively designed offering from TVS designed to win over discerning customers with its futuristic styling and technology. The 3-Valve Engine comes with Controlled Combustion Variable Timing Intelligent (CC-VTi) technology.The styling of Flame is inspired by the Delta Wing design found in the latest fighter jets. Called “DeltaEdge”, it gives the bike a unique style while giving it superior aerodynamics. The FLAME boasts of several style statements including, DeltaEdge Headlamps, Sporty DeltaEdge Exhaust, Embedded DeltaEdge Trafficators, LCD Digital Speedometer and a Dual Lens Tail Lamp.Developed by world class R&D at TVS MOTOR, in collaboration with AVL, Austria, the CC-VTi technology features 2 different intake ports called Swirl port & Power port.Swirl port creates swirl motion of air-fuel mixture in the combustion chamber. This Swirl motion helps in efficient combustion of lean air-fuel mixture thus giving highest fuel economy in its class. Power Port gives high flow rate, which helps in delivering high power. The engine packs in 10.5 bhp @ 8250rpmThe 125cc FLAME promises to be the best looker in its segment. Keen attention to detail, marks this new offering. DeltaEdge styling coupled with snazzy dual tone graphics translates into an amazing road presence. With the revolutionary new CC-VTi technology, the 125 cc FLAME successfully provides the advantage of power, mileage and stunning looks.Product specification: Flame 125 CC MotorcycleEngineDisplacement 124.8 ccEngine technology CC-VTi, 4 StrokeMax. Power (Kw@rpm) 7.7kw @ 8250 ( 10.5bhp @ 8250 )Max. Torque (Nm@rpm) 10 Nm @ 6250Gear Box 4 Gear constant meshClutch Multi-Plate Wet TypeBore x stroke (mm) 54.5 x 53.5Compression Ratio 10:1Carburettor Type VM Type - UCALClutch Wet, Multi PlateWheels Mag AlloyTyres - Front 90 x 90 x 17, Rear 90 x 90 x 18Brakes - Front Drum 130 dia / Disc 240 dia, Brake - Rear Drum 130 diaSuspensionFront Telescopic Hydraulic fork, Rear Twin tube 5 step adjustable Gas filled.ElectricalsHead lamp 12V 35/35 W - HalogenTail lamp 12V 21W / 5WTurnsignal lamp 12V 16WBattery type & capacity 12 V - 5 AhIgnition system High Energy IDI SystemDimensions Height 1070 mmLength 2030 mmWidth 760 mmWheelbase 1320 mmGround Clearance 165 mmKerb weight 121 kgsFuel Tank Capacity 8.0 LitreFuel reserve 2.0 LitrePerformance Max. speed 95 kmph

TVS TO TAKE ACTION AGAINST BAJAJ

TVS Motor to take libel action against Bajaj Auto Ltd

Hosur, September 2, 2007: The TVS Motor Company is surprised at the wild and irresponsible allegations made by Bajaj Auto Ltd accusing TVS Motor Company of breaching their patent rights. The accusation is a malicious attempt to tarnish the fair name of a corporate that belongs to TVS group, which has consistently maintained the highest standards of ethics in business. That the allegation of Bajaj Auto is ridiculous can be established by their own admission that the invention in issue namely, the application of twins spark plug is a known technology extensively in use all over the world for several decades and therefore, in patent law, it is a known prior art.The patent that Bajaj claims is not for the use of twin spark plug technology per se but for the use of the two spark plug in a two valve IC engine with a detachably fixed sleeve. Against this patent also an application for revocation has already been filed based on settled case law on the subject. In any event, the use of Twin Spark Plug technology by TVS Motor does not infringe the above patent against which revocation proceedings are initiated. In the circumstances and view of the malicious allegation made with the motive to damage our reputation, TVS Motor Company has been advised to initiate action for libel against Bajaj Auto Ltd. The TVS Motor Company therefore has advised its lawyers to put Bajaj Auto Ltd on notice that unless the malicious allegations are withdrawn and regrets expressed, to file a suit for damages in a sum of Rs. 250 crores. This action does not preclude TVS Motor from initiating such other action as the law may permit including criminal action against officials of Bajaj Auto Ltd who used libellous language against TVS Motor.

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