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India Today
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- India Today
Ultraviolette F77 gets Ballistic+ mode with new Gen3 powertrain firmware update
Ultraviolette Automotive has announced a major software update for its electric flagship, the F77, with the rollout of the Gen3 powertrain firmware and the introduction of the new 'Ballistic+' performance mode. This update promises to deliver a more thrilling, responsive, and intelligent ride experience to F77 owners, at no extra from insights gathered through over 8 million kilometers of real-world riding data, the Gen3 update is powered by Ultraviolette's proprietary connected intelligence platform, Violette A.I. This advanced system analyses thousands of data points in real time, from throttle inputs to terrain patterns—and continuously optimizes performance across the bike's battery, drivetrain, and control newly unveiled 'Ballistic+' mode takes the F77's performance to new heights, offering a sharper, more adrenaline-charged ride with a noticeable surge in initial power delivery. Designed to learn and evolve with the rider, Ballistic+ exemplifies Ultraviolette's core philosophy of progression through intelligence, rather than planned obsolescence. Narayan Subramaniam, CEO and Co-founder of Ultraviolette, highlighted the long-term value of this upgrade, "'For decades, vehicles, gadgets, and consumer electronics have followed a familiar trajectory where they start strong, but degrade over time. While others may practice planned obsolescence, we believe in the opposite paradigm where technology evolves and gets better with time. At Ultraviolette, we envision how a machine could learn from you, evolve with you, and unlock more power the longer you own it," he Rajmohan, CTO and Co-founder, added, "At the heart of every F77 is our Vehicle Control Unit, a powerful onboard intelligence system that captures over 3,000 data points in real time. These are continuously analysed by Violette A.I., which interprets, learns and evolves to optimize performance and deliver smarter, more responsive system updates. Through this seamless integration of advanced hardware and intelligence, we uncovered new possibilities to extract even greater performance from the battery and drivetrain systems. Our architecture proved its capability through rigorous fine-tuning, from the VCU to the motor and motor controller, ultimately resulting in our new Gen3 Powertrain Firmware. This is a breakthrough in electric performance, based on precision engineering, and intelligent evolution."All existing F77 customers will receive the firmware upgrade, including Ballistic+ mode, free of charge. The update is backward-compatible across all F77 variants, ensuring that every rider—regardless of when they purchased their motorcycle—can benefit from the enhanced in 2016, Ultraviolette is backed by global investors such as EXOR's Lingotto, Qualcomm Ventures, TVS Motors, Zoho Corporation, and others. With its presence in ten European countries and ambitions rooted in aviation-grade engineering, the company continues to push the limits of electric to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Kidney racket probe widens; inquiry called off midway in Perambalur
Trichy: Even as the state health department, under directions from the directorate of medical services (DMS), called off a scheduled inquiry at a private hospital in Perambalur on Monday in connection with the illegal kidney racket case, senior officials confirmed to TOI that key data related to the racket in Namakkal is being collected and analysed to trace links between private hospitals across the state allegedly facilitating such activities. "We have a review meeting with officials handling the case. A fresh course of action, likely different from before, will be charted. Data from core points in the state in the investigation is being followed up and analysed," a senior official said. Multiple sources in the health department confirmed that a state-level inquiry committee, led by the additional director of legal medicine, was scheduled to inspect the Perambalur hospital. However, the inquiry was called off midway following a meeting convened by S Vineeth, project director of the Tamil Nadu System Reform Programme, in Namakkal, who is overseeing the matter. "The investigation is in full swing," the official said, falling short of confirming that a notice would be issued. This development comes amid fresh statements from kidney donors in Pallipalayam surfacing on Monday, prompting further criticism from the opposition for the govt's slow handling of the case. Following the circulation of a new video on social media, former BJP state president K Annamalai reiterated his demand for a special investigation team (SIT), accusing the ruling govt of shielding those involved. "The government hasn't nabbed the broker, M Anandhan, named by a medical officer in Namakkal," Annamalai said on X. Earlier this week, private hospitals in Trichy and Erode also came under scrutiny. While the hospital in Trichy was issued a notice and asked for an explanation, a hospital in Erode was barred from performing surgeries until further notice. Namakkal joint director of health services (JDHS) Rajmohan had told TOI that a report was sent to DMS authorities on Saturday based on a donor's formal statement identifying a Perambalur hospital as the site of the surgery. "We received information on six donors, but documents related to five appeared to be fake, and we couldn't trace them. We identified only one on Friday night and obtained a formal statement," Rajmohan said. The case surfaced after videos of donors emerged on social media, alongside reports that workers from power loom units and dyeing mills in Pallipalayam and surrounding areas were being lured by brokers to sell their kidneys for 5–10 lakh.
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Ultraviolette vrooms into Europe with electric bikes
New Delhi: Less than three years after launching its electric motorcycle in India, Ultraviolette Automotive has now made its foray into the European market, beginning with Germany and France. The company has commenced shipments of its F77 MACH 2 and F77 SuperStreet models, with an initial batch of around 100 units headed to these two countries. Founded in 2016, the EV maker spent nearly six years developing its flagship high-performance electric motorcycle, the F77, which officially launched in the Indian market in November 2022. Over time, Ultraviolette has vertically integrated all core subsystems, including the in-house development of battery packs and battery management systems. Its bikes are manufactured at a facility in the Jigani Industrial Area, Bengaluru. 'From the beginning, we have always envisioned our products for the global market as well. Our international journey really took shape when we began participating in the Milan Motorcycle Show (EICMA) in 2023. That's where we started attracting serious interest from international distributors,' Niraj Rajmohan , CTO and Co-founder of Ultraviolette Automotive, told ETAuto. In 2023, Ultraviolette also applied for European certification for its electric motorcycles and secured approvals in September 2024. The certifications include UN 38.3 for lithium-ion battery safety, UNECE L3e-A1 homologation for two-wheelers, and ISO 9001:2015 for quality management and manufacturing processes, thereby meeting some of the most stringent regulatory standards required to sell and operate vehicles in the European market. From a three to five-year perspective, the Bengaluru-based EV maker expects India to remain its largest revenue contributor, accounting for 50 per cent or more. 'While international volumes may be smaller initially, we anticipate that higher price points in overseas markets could drive 30–40 per cent of our overall business during the same period,' Rajmohan said. The company is retailing completely built units (CBUs) in Europe through three primary distribution partners--Dream Center in Germany, Pink Mobility in France, and Moto Mondo, which manages operations in both the UK and the Netherlands. Ultraviolette will also supply spare parts and offer ongoing support to its partners' technical teams, who visited Bengaluru in March for comprehensive service training. 'Each distributor works with several dealer partners in their respective markets. The European market typically follows a two-tiered structure, where country-level distributors handle core functions such as marketing, training, and technical support, while local dealers, often multi-brand outlets, manage regional sales and customer service,' Rajmohan said. These distributors will serve as Ultraviolette's official representatives in each country, receiving vehicles directly from the company and overseeing imports, logistics, and coordination with local dealers. The dealers, typically smaller, multi-brand outlets, handle regional sales and customer engagement, while relying on the distributors for advanced technical support and spare parts management when needed. 'Motorcycling in Northern Europe is largely seasonal, concentrated in the summer months, while in Southern Europe, it continues year-round. The margins in these markets are also comparatively higher,' he added. Plan ahead By next month, Ultraviolette aims to export 500 units to key European markets, including Spain, the Netherlands, the UK, France, and Germany. Following this initial phase, it plans to expand its footprint into additional countries such as Portugal, Belgium, and other parts of Europe. The company will compete with global benchmarks like BMW and KTM. 'One of the key reasons we've been able to enter global markets is our focus on getting four fundamentals right– pricing, performance, design, and technology. You simply can't compromise on any of them,' Rajmohan said. When asked about the possibility of joint ventures or establishing local manufacturing units overseas, Ultraviolette confirmed that it has already engaged in early-stage discussions on the matter. 'We're open to a wide range of partnerships, whether it's expanding our distribution and dealer network or collaborating on charging infrastructure.' In the long term, the nine-year old company anticipates establishing global hubs for 'assembly or even manufacturing, depending on region-specific factors like import duties, government incentives, and local market dynamics.' Ultraviolette's electric motorcycles support two types of charging interfaces. The first is a Type 6 connector, integrated into the vehicle and compliant with both the European EN 62196 standard and the Indian IS 17017. Additionally, the company offers equipment that enables charging via the widely used Type 2 car charging infrastructure. Both formats are based on European standards, ensuring broad compatibility and flexibility across markets. India strategy Ultraviolette has sold nearly 2,000 units in India so far. While operations were limited to Bengaluru last year, it has since expanded to 15 cities nationwide as part of its domestic growth strategy. Since inception, Ultraviolette has raised approximately $70 million from key investors, including TVS Motor Company, Zoho Corporation, Qualcomm Ventures, Speciale Invest, and Lingotto, which is a subsidiary of EXOR NV, known for its majority stakes in several iconic global brands. While 2025 will serve as Ultraviolette's pilot year for international markets, the company is simultaneously ramping up manufacturing and scale in India. To support this growth, it is aiming to raise approximately $100 million by the next quarter, with plans afoot for an IPO by 2027. In March, Ultraviolette also launched the Shockwave electric bike along with its first-ever electric scooter, the Tesseract. Its current manufacturing facility has an annual capacity of up to 30,000 units. 'On the domestic front, our goal is to be present in 100 cities across India by the end of this year,' Rajmohan said.
India Today
16-06-2025
- Automotive
- India Today
Ultraviolette expands globally, F77 launched in 10 European countries
Bengaluru-based electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ultraviolette has officially launched its high-performance electric motorcycles — the F77 MACH 2 and F77 SuperStreet — across ten European countries. The global debut took place against the stunning backdrop of the Eiffel Tower in its entry into Germany, Ultraviolette's expansion now includes the UK, France, Ireland, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg — making it the first Indian electric two-wheeler brand to establish such a broad retail footprint in launch of the F77 in Europe is a defining milestone not just for Ultraviolette, but for India's automotive industry at large,' said Narayan Subramaniam, CEO & Co-founder. 'We are proud to present a product that reflects the best of Indian innovation, design, and engineering to the world.' The F77 MACH 2 offers an aggressive, race-inspired ride, while the F77 SuperStreet caters to riders looking for upright comfort blended with performance. Both bikes come equipped with a 10.3kWh battery, 30kW peak power, and 100Nm torque, enabling 0–60 km/h acceleration in just 2.8 seconds and a top speed of with tech, the motorcycles feature Ultraviolette's proprietary Violette A.I., switchable Bosch Dual-Channel ABS, 10 levels of regenerative braking, 4 traction control levels, and dynamic stability control, offering a next-gen electric riding experience with enhanced safety and Rajmohan, CTO & Co-founder, remarked, 'This launch is the result of years of R&D and relentless innovation from India. The F77 is our vision of the world's most advanced electric motorcycle, built to perform and compete globally.'To celebrate its European entry, Ultraviolette is offering special introductory prices for pre-bookings until July 31, 2025:F77 MACH 2: Starting at 8,990 (regular: 9,990)F77 SuperStreet: Starting at 9,290 (regular: 10,390)Ultraviolette is backed by global investors such as Lingotto (EXOR N.V.), Qualcomm Ventures, Zoho Corp, TVS Motor Company, and Speciale Invest, reflecting strong confidence in its global to Auto Today Magazine
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Ultraviolette debuts in France with F77 twins; all models to go global, says Rajmohan
Niraj Rajmohan, CTO & Co-founder of Ultraviolette. Homegrown electric two-wheeler brand Ultraviolette Automotive has made a big move globally by launching its top models, the F77 2 and F77 SuperStreet , in ten European countries. Both models will be offered at special launch prices until July 31: €8,990 for the F77 MACH 2 and €9,290 for the F77 SuperStreet. After that, prices will go up to €9,990 and €10,390 respectively. Notably, the motorcycles will be manufactured locally in Bengaluru and will be shipped overseas via the CBU route. Speaking to TOI Auto, Ultraviolette co-founder and CTO Niraj Rajmohan explained the strategy behind choosing key markets like Germany, the UK, and France, and the work done over the years to meet global standards. 'It's always been clear since our founding in 2016 that the products we build are for global markets,' Rajmohan said. He added that designing with European norms in mind from day one ensured the bikes could seamlessly enter international markets. "Our vehicles are certified for 40 countries globally. We've tested the engineering, battery packs, factory processes, and suppliers for global standards.' Market footprint & partnerships The F77 is now on sale across ten European countries, including Germany, France, the UK, Ireland, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. To facilitate the same, the EV maker has partnered with existing brands - both ICE and EV - to make its electric duo available to European customers. 'In Germany we are working with Zero Center, in France with Pink Mobility, and in the UK and Netherlands with Moto Mondo.' These partnerships will not only cater to sales but will also support after-sales services. 'We ship both vehicles and spares,' Rajmohan confirmed, adding that partners have already received technical training to cater to the after-sales services. ' We commit to spares availability for the next ten years,' he noted. Future production possibilities The company, however, doesn't rule out setting up manufacturing facilities in the global markets as Rajmohan explained 'Markets are increasingly looking for local production due to tariffs and duties. Over time, we will assess which regions may need local assembly or production.' Ultraviolette F77 Space Edition Walkaround: Hidden feature & changes | TOI Auto Charging infrastructure On facilitating fast charging in Europe, Ultraviolette has adopted interoperable standards like the Type 6 connector and IEC 62196. 'We'll work with third-party charging networks, dealer partners and infrastructure-focused providers,' he added. At present, Ultraviolette has already started setting up its fast chargers, called Supernova, across India. These chargers can power up the F77's battery from 20% to 80% in less than an hour - much quicker than the regular charger. In the first phase, the company plans to install over 100 Supernova fast chargers, which include both 6kW and 3kW DC units. More models to follow F77's footsteps Earlier this year, the company had introduced two new models in India: its first electric scooter , the Tesseract, priced at Rs 1.45 lakh, and a lightweight electric enduro bike called the Shockwave, priced at Rs 1.75 lakh. Looking ahead, the company confirmed that all upcoming models beyond the current F77 range are being developed to meet European standards and will eventually make their way to Europe. However, a timeline for that hasn't been shared yet. 'Yes, every vehicle in our portfolio will eventually be available there, customised based on the market,' confirmed Rajmohan. Speaking of the F77 Mach 2, it comes equipped with a 10.3 kWh battery pack. The motorcycle pumps out 40.2 bhp and reaches a top speed of 155 kmph, with a claimed range of 323 km on a fully-juiced battery. In the department of tech nannies, the model features traction control, hill hold, ABS, and more. Alongside, the Violette AI software offers crash alerts, anti-collision warnings, remote lockdown and daily ride stats. On the other hand, the F77 SuperStreet looks just like the F77 Mach 2, packing the same features, powertrain, and hardware. But the handlebar setup is different, resulting in a more upright rider's triangle. Instead of the Mach 2's clip-on handlebars, the SuperStreet comes with a tubular handlebar. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .
