Bajaj Auto, creators of India’s first CNG three-wheeler a quarter century ago, has yet again transformed the two-wheeler industry with the creation of CNG motorcycle on Earth, Freedom 125. The release aims to address a number of crucial problems such as increasing petrol rates, harmful emissions, range anxiety and charging infrastructure paucity for electric automobiles.
Leap Towards Greener and Cheaper Mobility
Freedom 125 is expected to save commuters huge sums of money in their daily transports. This motorbike has a bi-fuel system that can run on either compressed natural gas or gasoline giving it an overall range of 330 kilometers with over 200 km on CNG. Consequently, it will be possible to reduce the annual fuel cost by about Rs 15,000 making it suitable for customers who are looking at saving some money.
Environmental Effects and Tax Benefits
Apart from these cost savings; this model addresses environmental issues like CO2 emissions reduced much more than any other traditional gasoline motor bike also non-methane hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides. Bajaj Auto is working together with oil marketing companies in expanding the CNG station network to match up with growing demand for CNG vehicles.
Acknowledging that cleaner fuel vehicles have environmental benefits, Rajiv Bajaj Managing Director Bajaj Auto called for reducing tax rate on such fuels bringing it down to at par with lower tax rate imposed upon EVs.
Government Backing and Future Prospects
The move was supported by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari who emphasized government dedication towards reducing air pollution as well as fossil fuel importation. He also recommended looking into bio-CNG and bioethanol as possible alternative fuels for future models.
Having secured leadership position within the market segment of CNG three wheelers Baja Auto seeks to replicate this success in the motorcycle segment. CNG motorcycle sales show a strong potential of growth particularly in their low-priced entry-level motorbike category.
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A Landmark Moment for the Sector
Freedom 125’s introduction is a major turning point in the history of two-wheelers. Bajaj Auto’s move to introduce a CNG motorcycle is an indication of their commitment to innovation and sustainability. By potentially transforming the market, Freedom 125 demonstrates that “The tiger still roars” within India’s automobile landscape.