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TVS Racing dominates Indian National Rally Championship

September 4, 2024

TVS Racing dominates Indian National Rally Championship

Setting new benchmarks in the Indian two-wheeler racing industry, the TVS Racing team, backed by four decades of solid racing pedigree, demonstrated outstanding performance at the recently concluded Indian National Rally Championship (INRC) 2024 championship.

The team gained top positions and emerged undisputed winners in all three classes of the final race, in Coimbatore, yesterday continuing its legacy of excellence, and underscoring its position as a powerhouse in Indian motorsport.

TVS Racing has remained committed to democratizing motorsport, consistently achieving an impressive 80% win rate across all races. The team’s dominance was evident as they secured top positions in the Group B 260cc, Group A 500cc, and Scooter categories.

These victories not only underscore the team’s technical expertise but also showcase the exceptional skill of its riders, marking a significant milestone in TVS Racing’s journey.

Throughout its history in the INRC, TVS Racing has continuously pushed limits in its performance. With the recent victories, the team has now secured its 10th consecutive title in the Group B 260cc class, further cementing its reputation as an unstoppable force in Indian motorsport.

Speaking on the occasion, Vimal Sumbly, Head Business – Premium, TVS Motor Company, “Our world-class products exemplify excellence, fuelling relentless innovation and establishing unprecedented standards within the TVS Apache series.

TVSM’s unwavering dedication to motorsports has garnered international acclaim, with TVS Racing playing a pivotal role in nurturing top racers and shaping the high-performance TVS Apache series.

About TVS Racing:

TVS Racing, a pioneer in building Motorsports in India since 1982, has been integral in growing the racing performance culture and has been pivotal in engineering the TVS Apache series through the company’s “Track to Road” strategy.  The brand has redefined the sports segment by focusing on race performance, making it a highly desirable product for sports enthusiasts.  This has resulted in TVS Apache and TVS NTORQ 125 becoming the fastest growing brands in their respective segments.  TVS Racing is also the pioneer of the One Make Championship in the country, the first Indian manufacturer to introduce the series in India in 1994.

About TVS Motor Company:

TVS Motor Company is a reputed two and three-wheeler manufacturer globally, championing progress through Sustainable Mobility with four state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Hosur, Mysuru and Nalagarh in India and Karawang in Indonesia. Rooted in our 100-year legacy of Trust, Value, and Passion for Customers and Exactness, they take pride in making internationally aspirational products of the highest quality through innovative and sustainable processes.  They are the only two-wheeler company to have received the prestigious Deming Prize.

The products lead in their respective categories in the J.D. Power IQS and APEAL surveys.  We have been ranked No. 1 Company in the J.D. Power Customer Service Satisfaction Survey for consecutive four years.  Our group company Norton Motorcycles, based in the United Kingdom, is one of the most emotive motorcycle brands in the world. Our subsidiaries in the personal e-mobility space, Swiss E-Mobility Group (SEMG) and EGO Movement have a leading position in the e-bike market in Switzerland.  TVS Motor Company endeavours to deliver the most superior customer experience across 80 countries in which we operate.

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