New TVS Electric Scooter (M1-S
TVS Motor Company is all set to launch a new electric scooter – M1-S. The scooter is already on sale in select global markets under the auspices of Singapore-based technology and automotive startup – ION Mobility. In new markets, it will be offered as the TVS M1-S, with a global debut scheduled for June 4th At the 2025 EICMA show in Milan in November.
Is it coming to India?
As of now, there is no official word on its India launch, and it is highly unlikely that the TVS M1-S electric scooter will arrive here. TVS currently offers three electric scooters in India – iQube, newly launched orbiter And TVS X.
TVS and ION Mobility Collaboration
In early 2023, TVS Motor Company became a strategic investor in ION Mobility, helping the startup expand operations in Singapore and Indonesia. The investment increased to approximately US$5.5m over 2024, transforming the collaboration into a strategic partnership focused on engineering collaboration and market access.
The two companies later jointly worked on EV two-wheeler projects for the Southeast Asian markets. However, TVS Motor (Singapore) sold back its stake, and acquired certain “identified assets” from ION Mobility. These assets include technology, intellectual property and key personnel, which have now been integrated into TVS to support its EV expansion in Southeast Asia.
TVS M1-S battery, range and specifications
| battery pack | 4.3kWh |
| electric motor | 12.5 kw |
| claimed limit | 150 km |
| Claimed top speed | 105 km per hour |
| Acceleration (0-50 kmph) | 3.7 seconds |
| Torque: | 254nm |
Talking about its powertrain, the new M1-S has a 12.5kW electric motor and a 4.3kWh battery pack, which promises a range of 150 km on a single charge. The e-motor produces a healthy torque of 254Nm. It is claimed that this electric scooter offers a maximum speed of 105 kmph, acceleration from 0 to 50 kmph in 3.7 seconds. The M1-S comes with multiple riding modes including reverse mode.
TVS M1-S design and features
The new TVS electric scooter is based on an all-new platform, and keeps a maxi-scooter silhouette. It features twin projector LED headlights, eyebrow-shaped DRLs with integrated turn indicators, a flat floorboard for the rider, stepped one-piece seat and a rear grab rail. Other key features include
- 7-inch full-color TFT instrument cluster with smartphone connectivity
- turn by turn navigation
- smart key system
- tire pressure monitoring system
- Built-in onboard charger
- app connectivity
- motor-assisted reverse gear
- USB-A port for mobile charging
