The Honda X-ADV is a cross between a maxi-scooter and an adventure bike.

Honda has trademarked the 'X-ADV' name in India, leading to speculations that the company could be planning to introduce its adventure scooter in the market.

The Honda X-ADV made its debut at EICMA 2016. It is a cross between a maxi-scooter and an adventure bike. The latest-gen model features sleek LED headlamps with L-shaped LED daytime running lights and a 5-inch digital console with voice control.

The X-ADV has a raised handlebar equipped with knuckle guards and a large windscreen. It even comes with 21-litres of under-seat storage space.

Powering the Honda X-ADV is a 745cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin motor that delivers 58 BHP @ 6,750 rpm and 69 Nm @ 4,750 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission.

The X-ADV comes equipped with upside-down forks at the front and a mono-shock at the rear. Braking duties are taken care of by twin 296 mm rotors at the front with a single 240 mm disc at the rear.

Xiaomi, Huawei and Apple also plan to enter the electric vehicle space in the future.

Smartphone manufacturer Vivo plans to enter the EV space. The company has even filed a trademark application in India.

Vivo is not the only smartphone maker that plans to launch an electric car. Other China-based brands like OnePlus and Oppo have also announced similar plans.

OnePlus has filed a trademark for "oneplus life" in India. The company is working on driverless cars, self-balancing scooters, self-balancing boards, remote control vehicles, civilian drones and self-balancing electric unicycles.

Reports suggest that Oppo could launch its EVs in the Indian market by early 2024.

Xiaomi, Huawei and Apple also plan to enter the electric vehicle space in the future.

The Urban Cruiser Hyryder could be Toyota's version of the 2022 Maruti Vitara Brezza.

Toyota has filed a trademark for the 'Urban Cruiser Hyryder' nametag in India.

As you know, the Urban Cruiser is a rebadged Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza. The Hyryder could be a new variant of the sub-4 meter crossover or it could be Toyota's version of the updated Vitara Brezza that is due in 2022.

The 2022 Vitara Brezza is expected to get a cosmetic refresh both inside and out. Spy images suggest that the car is likely to get a completely redesigned front fascia with a slim front grille and revised headlamps. Inside, it is likely to come equipped with a larger touchscreen infotainment system, offering connected car features, and 6 airbags.

The new Vitara Brezza could use the same 1.5-litre petrol engine as the current car. It produces 104 BHP and 138 Nm and is likely to be paired with a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic.

Xiaomi, Huawei and Apple have already announced their plans to enter the EV market.

China-based smartphone maker OnePlus has filed a trademark for "oneplus life" in India. It seems the brand could be working on a range of new products including autonomous electric cars and e-scooters.

According to the trademark filing, OnePlus is working on driverless cars, self-balancing scooters, self-balancing boards, remote control vehicles, civilian drones and self-balancing electric unicycles.

Now, we've seen smartphone companies venture into the automotive business before. Xiaomi, Huawei and Apple have already announced their plans to enter the EV market. Earlier this year, there were reports of Chinese tech giant Oppo entering the fray as well.

TVS has also trademarked the term 'TVS RP Race Performance'.

TVS has filed a trademark application for the 'TVS Apache RTR 165 RP' name. This has led to speculations that the bike maker could be working on a sportier version of the Apache RTR 160 4V.

Reports suggest that the Apache RTR 165 RP could use the same 159.7cc, single-cylinder engine as the RTR 160 4V. The engine could be rebored to increase its displacement. In its current form, it produces 17 BHP and 15 Nm.

TVS has also trademarked the term 'TVS RP Race Performance'. It is said that the RTR 165 RP could be sold under the bike maker's 'Race Performance' sub-brand.

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The production version of N7X concept is expected to be unveiled in August.

Honda has filed a trademark for the 'Elevate' name in India. It could be a name reserved for the brand's upcoming 7-seater SUV.

Earlier this year, Honda had unveiled a new 7-seater SUV concept called the N7X in Indonesia. The production version of this concept is expected to be unveiled in August. It could replace the BR-V.

The N7X concept shares its underpinnings with the City. The exterior design of the car is inspired by the City and HR-V.

While details of the production version are still scarce, it is believed that the new SUV could be offered with a 1.5-litre petrol engine paired with either a manual gearbox or CVT. In the City, this engine produces 121 BHP and 145 Nm.

If launched in India, the N7X could compete with the Hyundai Alcazar, Tata Safari and the MG Hector Plus.

The Kawasaki Bajaj Caliber was a popular commuter bike in the 1990s.

Bajaj could be planning to resurrect the 'Caliber' brand as the company has recently filed a trademark for the same.

The Kawasaki Bajaj Caliber was a popular commuter bike in the 1990s. It was powered by a 111.6cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine. Later, it was replaced by the CT100 and the Platina.

The trademark for the 'Caliber' expired in 2008, which has now been renewed in 2021. This has led to speculations about a new model that could be offered with either a 115cc or 125cc engine.

It's not just Bajaj that is bringing back brands from the past. TVS too has recently trademarked the 'Fiero 125' name. Again, the Fiero was a popular model back in its day and as the name suggests, the new bike would have a 125cc engine.

The new model is likely to be based on the Husqvarna E-Pilen.

Bajaj Auto has filed a trademark application for the 'Freerider' name. This has led to speculations that this could be the name given to the company's upcoming electric motorcycle.

Bajaj is said to expand its electric 2-wheeler line-up and the new model is likely to be based on the Husqvarna E-Pilen. It is expected to be mechanically identical and could share the same powertrain.

Speaking of the powertrain, the Husqvarna E-Pilen uses an 8 kW electric motor that is powered by a swappable battery pack. It is said to have a maximum range of 100 km on a single charge.

Earlier, Bajaj had also filed trademark applications for 'Fluir' and 'Fluor' names.

The Xdreno range could include four compact and two full-size pickups. Some of these could be battery-powered.

Mahindra has trademarked the 'Xdreno' name in India. According to media reports, the name could be used for the upcoming range of pickup trucks based on the Bolero SUV.

Reports suggest that Mahindra is planning to launch 14 commercial vehicles in the coming years. The Xdreno range could include four compact and two full-size pickups. Some of these could be battery-powered.

Presently, Mahindra sells three pickup trucks based on the Bolero. These include the Pik-Up, Maxitruck Plus, and Camper.

The Indian carmaker also plans to launch a new generation of the Bolero between 2023 and 2026.

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The Central Trade Marks Registry's verdict is out and it gives Kerala the ownership of the trademark.

The transport departments of Kerala and Karnataka have been involved in a legal tussle over the use of the abbreviation 'KSRTC', which has now reached its final conclusion. The Central Trade Marks Registry's verdict is out and it gives Kerala the ownership of the trademark.

Both Kerala and Karnataka have been using the name KSRTC on their state transport buses. In 2014, Karnataka issued a notice to the neighbouring state against the use of the name, claiming that they had secured the trademark on it. To which, Kerala responded by saying that they were the first to use it on their buses.

It was found that Karnataka had started using the abbreviation in 1973, whereas the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation was formed way before that in 1965.

KSRTC will now be issuing a notice to the Karnataka Transport Corporation asking them to stop using the brand name on their buses.

Source: The Week