Bajaj Auto to lift Chetak e-scooter capacity to 60,000 units a month

Bajaj Auto plans to raise monthly Chetak capacity from 50,000 to 60,000 units as demand outstrips supply. The company is also targeting a roughly 20% expansion in overall manufacturing capacity, while its electric-scooter business has turned EBITDA positive.

— Filed Tue, 21 Jul, 2026, 18:29 IST · Source Business Today · Latest · Updated

Bajaj Auto will raise Chetak e-scooter capacity to 60,000 units monthly as demand exceeds supply. Its EV scooter business turned EBITDA positive, while total manufacturing capacity will expand about 20%. Electric motorcycle launches are under development, potentially starting in FY28.

Why this matters

The capacity increase follows Bajaj Auto's plans for two Chetak launches and an expanded exclusive EV retail network, alongside Q1 results showing profit up 46% and revenue up 65%.

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