Hero Electric Dash

Wednesday, 15 June 2022 06:04 PM The Hero Electric Dash has been discontinued in India since June 2022, marking the end of its production run. This decision was partly influenced by a design infringement case filed by Honda. The scooter was known for its unique features like a fully LED lighting setup and a digital instrument cluster. I think this discontinuation is a loss for the Indian electric scooter market, as the Dash had some innovative features.

Friday, 16 August 2019 12:00 AM In August 2019, Hero Electric introduced the Dash to the Indian market, positioning it as a competitive electric scooter with a range of 60 km on a single charge and a top speed of 25 kmph. The scooter featured a 48V 28 Ah lithium-ion battery and came with a USB charging port and remote boot opening. I believe the Dash was a step in the right direction for Hero Electric, but it needed more power to compete effectively.

Saturday, 20 July 2019 01:13 PM The Hero Electric Dash was available in two variants, priced at Rs. 50,000 and Rs. 62,000 ex-showroom in Delhi. The scooter had a kerb weight of 77 kg and a ground clearance of 145mm, making it suitable for urban commuting. It also included features like tubeless tyres and a side stand indicator. I think the pricing was competitive, but the limited speed was a drawback.

Friday, 10 May 2019 09:23 PM Honda filed a design infringement case against Hero Electric over the Dash, alleging that it copied the design of the Honda Moove. This legal issue contributed to the scooters discontinuation. The Dash had a distinctive bulky front end and a sleek rear, along with a dual-tone color scheme. I believe the design was one of its strong points, but legal issues can be a significant hurdle.