TVS Takes the Lead While Ola Electric Slips | May 2025 Scooter Market Share YoY Analysis

 The Indian scooter market witnessed a dramatic shakeup in May 2025. While TVS Motor surged ahead to claim the top spotOla Electric, once a dominant EV player, saw a sharp decline in market share.




 Scooter Sales & Market Share Comparison

(Year-on-Year: May 2024 vs May 2025)

CompanyRegistrations (May 2024)Market Share (May 2024)Market Share (May 2025)YoY Change
TVS Motor19,45115.6%25.0%๐Ÿ”ผ +9.4%
Bajaj Auto17,16712.1%22.6%๐Ÿ”ผ +10.5%
Ola Electric15,22149.2%20.0%๐Ÿ”ฝ -29.2%
Ather Energy9,96223.8%13.1%๐Ÿ”ฝ -10.7%

Source: Vahan Portal, Data as of May 26, 2025

 Market Analysis

TVS Motor Company Ltd

  • Stock Price (May 2025): ₹2,150

  • P/E Ratio: ~29x (slightly above industry average)

  • EPS (TTM): ₹74.1

  • Fundamentals:

    • Strong balance sheet with low debt-to-equity ratio.

    • Consistent revenue and profit growth over the last 3 years.

    • Rapid EV expansion under the iQube brand.

  • Technical Overview:

    • Trading above 50-DMA and 200-DMA – bullish trend.

    • RSI ~68, near overbought zone – momentum is strong.

    • MACD shows a positive crossover – further upside expected.

  • Investor Sentiment:
    Positive due to robust EV sales, expansion into new cities, and rising exports.


Bajaj Auto Ltd

  • Stock Price (May 2025): ₹9,050

  • P/E Ratio: ~25x

  • EPS (TTM): ₹362

  • Fundamentals:

    • Solid dividend history, low debt, strong brand legacy.

    • Chetak EV is growing rapidly in tier-1 and tier-2 markets.

    • Diversified export portfolio (Africa, SE Asia).

  • Technical Overview:

    • RSI at 72 – strong upward momentum.

    • Stock has broken resistance at ₹8,750 – bullish breakout confirmed.

    • Volume support strong – signs of institutional buying.

  • Investor Sentiment:
    Positive on account of strong execution in EV and ICE segments.


Ola Electric Mobility Pvt. Ltd. (Unlisted)

  • Status: Not listed on stock exchanges yet.

  • IPO News: Delay in public listing; internal audits and resignations have created investor concern.

  • Financial Concerns:

    • Recent reports suggest cash burn is high.

    • Sales are falling sharply in Q1 FY25.

    • Investor exits and auditor resignations raise red flags.

  • Market Reaction:
    Brand perception is taking a hit due to service complaints, delivery delays, and rising competition from legacy players.


Ather Energy

  • Status: Unlisted

  • Valuation: Estimated at ~$800 million as per the latest funding rounds.

  • Recent Developments:

    • Strong competition from TVS and Bajaj in price-sensitive segments.

    • Still holds the urban premium segment but is under pressure.

  • Challenges:

    • Scalability and pricing strategy.

    • Need for faster dealership and charging infrastructure expansion.


Conclusion

The Indian two-wheeler EV market is shifting fast:

  •  Winners: TVS and Bajaj have leveraged their R&D, branding, and service networks to take the lead.

  •  Losers: Ola and Ather, despite being early movers, are now struggling with scale, consistency, and consumer satisfaction.


 What’s Next?

Can Ola Electric make a strong comeback with newer models and service improvements?
Will TVS and Bajaj continue to eat into the EV market?

Let us know your thoughts in the comments!


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