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"electric" × Latin America: 25 articles
Honda Stays Cautious on Brazil EVs After Watching Yamaha's Struggles
Honda says it currently has no plans to launch an electric motorcycle in Brazil. Yamaha, which went first with its Neo's Connected, has struggled since launch, selling fewer than 138 units and cutting the price from R$33,990 to R$25,590 along the way.
AutoPapo · 8/5/2026
Rivals 99 and iFood Jointly Back Brazil's Electric Delivery Motorcycle Push
Ride-hailing giant 99 and food-delivery app iFood have jointly committed over R$90 million to a Brazilian sustainable mobility fund targeting R$304.5 million in total. Partnering with China's Yadea, the fund will back electric motorcycles built for delivery riders covering 100+ km a day, aiming for 600,000 EVs on the road by 2035.
ND Mais · 8/4/2026
Shineray Launches SE2 Retro in Brazil at R$16,990 With 60km Range
Shineray has launched the SE2 Retro electric scooter in Brazil. It pairs a 2,000W-rated, 2,400W-peak motor with a removable 60V 23.4Ah battery, and both top speed and claimed range are 60km. The scooter costs R$16,990 before delivery, while a full charge takes an estimated eight to ten hours.
Motoo · 7/30/2026
Yamaha Secures R$15 Million Finep Loan to Automate Manaus Plant
Yamaha Motor do Brasil has secured a seven-year R$15 million Finep loan to automate, robotize, and digitize its Manaus plant. R$12 million has already been disbursed, with projects due for completion in 2026 including equipment designed to cut fuel-tank welding electricity use by up to 50% and tire-assembly time by up to 30%.
Motociclismo Online Brasil · 7/30/2026
Yamaha Secures R$15 Million to Modernize Its Manaus Motorcycle Plant
Yamaha Motor do Brasil has secured R$15 million in Finep financing to automate its Manaus plant. Running from 2025 through 2026, the program targets up to 50% lower electricity use in robotic fuel-tank welding, up to 30% less tire-assembly time, and an average 10% cut in production-cycle time.
Motoo · 7/30/2026
Shineray Launches SE2 Retrô Electric Scooter in Brazil for R$16,990
Shineray has launched the SE2 Retrô electric scooter in Brazil for R$16,990 before delivery. Its 2,000 W motor reaches a claimed 60 km/h, while a removable 60 V, 23.4 Ah battery provides up to 60 km of range and takes 8–10 hours to charge. The 93 kg scooter has disc brakes at both ends and 12-inch wheels.
Motociclismo Online Brasil · 7/30/2026
Brazil Launches 'Move Brasil' Subsidized Loan Program for Delivery and Moto-Taxi Riders
Brazil's federal government launched the Move Brasil Entregadores e Motoapp program on July 27, 2026, letting banks offer subsidized credit for delivery and moto-taxi workers to buy motorcycles, scooters, mopeds up to 160cc, or electric bikes up to 7,500W. Interest rates are set at 12.5% a year for men and 11.5% for women, versus a typical market rate of 25-30%. Eligible applicants include app workers with at least 6 months on a platform and 100+ completed trips, or CLT-registered couriers/moto-taxi drivers with 6+ months at the same employer. Only new, Brazilian-made vehicles qualify, with participating manufacturers including Honda, Yamaha, Two Dogs, Drop and Groove Bikes, priced roughly R$3,990 to R$36,990.
InfoMoney · 7/27/2026
Mexico Still Lacks Regulation for Electric Motorcycles
Electric motorcycles have fallen outside Mexico's regulatory radar, with energy agencies Conuee and Sener yet to issue efficiency standards or standardized labeling, making it hard for consumers to compare models. The report includes the experience of a Mexico City resident who has used an electric motorcycle for nearly a year, highlighting a gap between growing adoption and the regulatory framework.
Los Ángeles Press · 7/27/2026
Yamaha XMAX 300 Connected 2027 Renewed with Built-In GPS and an Electric Windscreen
Yamaha has unveiled the 2027 model of its premium scooter, the XMAX 300 Connected, in Brazil. Besides new colors, it now comes standard with built-in Garmin navigation and an electrically adjustable windscreen. The added equipment makes for a model with greater ownership satisfaction.
Motociclismo Online Brasil · 7/25/2026
Brazil's MXF Unveils Electric Trail Bike Priced Under R$30,000
Brazilian off-road specialist MXF has announced an electric trail bike priced under R$30,000. As an affordable electric off-road machine, it offers a new option in a country where combustion-engine trail bike culture remains deeply rooted.
Estadão · 7/19/2026
Spain's Zairon Pushes Low-Price Offensive as the 'ZARA of Motorcycles,' With EVs on the Horizon
Spanish motorcycle brand Zairon is being described as the 'ZARA of motorcycles,' drawing a parallel to the apparel brand. The company is pursuing an aggressive strategy that starts with an offensive of low-priced gasoline models before later expanding into electric options, drawing attention as a potential price disruptor.
Google News (Mexico) · 7/15/2026
Honda 'V3 E-Compressor' Prototype Leaks — New Naked Bike Pairs V3 with Electric Forced Induction
New prototype images of Honda's future naked model, the V3 E-Compressor, have leaked. The leak reportedly allows for a far more detailed look at the bike than has previously been possible. The V3 E-Compressor is said to be a model Honda is developing that uses a new mechanism combining a V3 engine with an electric compressor (forced induction).
De Motos Colombia · 7/15/2026
Mexico City to Require License Plates for Electric Scooters, With Fines for Violations
Mexico City (CDMX) is introducing new registration rules targeting electric scooters and similar vehicles. Covered vehicles will be required to undergo license plate registration (emplacamiento), with fines for violations taking effect after a grace period. The move reflects a broader urban transportation challenge: how regulators should position the rapidly growing electric micromobility sector.
Proceso · 7/13/2026
Peru's Electric Motorcycle Market Rapidly Expands as an "Electric Boom" Takes Hold
Peru's electric motorcycle market is reported to be expanding rapidly. Interest in electric two-wheelers is growing, particularly in urban areas, building momentum that can genuinely be called an "electric boom." Demand for affordable transportation, combined with a growing environmental mindset, is accelerating electrification in this emerging South American market.
Revista Mototec Peru · 7/12/2026
From Nakeds to Scooters: 6 Electric Motorcycles You Can Buy in Brazil
Motociclismo has featured six electric motorcycles currently available for sale in Brazil, spanning categories from naked-style bikes to scooters. The lineup reflects the current state of Brazil, one of Latin America's largest markets, where electric two-wheelers are beginning to take root as a genuine urban mobility option.
Motociclismo Online Brasil · 7/12/2026
Honda's First Electric Motorcycle 'WN7' Detailed by Latin American Media
Honda's first fully electric motorcycle, the 'WN7,' has been featured by a Mexican outlet. The machine marks the two-wheeler giant's first serious foray into a full electric road model, drawing attention as a turning point for a company long seen as cautious on electrification.
Autocosmos · 7/8/2026
China's Yadea Plans 1,000 Stores in Mexico, Ramps Up Local Electric Two-Wheeler Production
Chinese electric two-wheeler giant Yadea has laid out plans to build a network of over 1,000 sales and service outlets in Mexico by the end of 2026. The company has already begun motorcycle production at its Ocoyoacac plant, positioning it as a manufacturing hub for North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean, as it targets Mexico's rapidly growing market.
中南米 世界ニュース · 7/7/2026
Brazil's MXF Unveils 'Ark 8' Electric Trail Bike Priced Under R$30,000
Brazilian manufacturer MXF has unveiled the Ark 8, an electric trail bike aimed at off-road use. Priced under R$30,000, it draws attention as an accessible electric off-roader. The move by a domestic manufacturer to launch an affordable electric trail bike is helping push forward the electrification of motorcycles in Brazil.
Estadão · 7/7/2026
Brazil's MXF to Launch Its First Electric Motorcycle, the Ark 8, Domestically in October
Brazilian off-road manufacturer MXF has unveiled its first electric motorcycle, the "Ark 8." Set to launch in Brazil in October 2026, it's drawing attention as a step toward electrification from a homegrown brand.
Motociclismo Online Brasil · 7/3/2026
Brazil's Motorcycle Market Grows 14% in H1 2026 as EV Sales More Than Double
Fenabrave data show that Brazil registered 1,174,459 motorcycles in the first half of 2026, up 14.1% year on year. Electric models rose 157.38% to 13,955 units and a 1.19% share. Honda led manufacturers with 65.73%, while the CG 160 alone recorded 260,248 units, equal to 22% of the market.
QG do Automóvel · 7/3/2026
Electric Scooters Become a Practical Solution for Urban Mobility, Growing in Presence in Argentina
Against a backdrop of urban expansion and demand for sustainable transportation, MotoNews reports that electric scooters are gaining growing presence as everyday transportation in Argentina. Sustainable mobility is no longer a promise for the future — it's becoming a practical means of getting around the city.
MotoNews Argentina · 7/1/2026
Hero Launches EV Brand 'Vida' in Colombia
India's Hero MotoCorp has launched its EV brand, Vida, in Colombia. The electric scooter is introduced with the aim of transforming urban mobility in the country, marking the expansion of Hero's Vida electric lineup into the Latin American market.
F1LATAM.COM · 6/24/2026
Harley-Davidson Launches Small 125cc-Equivalent Electric Motorcycle in Brazil
Harley-Davidson is bringing a small electric 'mini moto,' equivalent to the 125cc class, to the Brazilian market. For a brand strongly associated with big cruisers, it's a new move aimed at entry-level riders with a small electric model.
Motonline · 6/20/2026
Brazil Offers Low-Interest Motorcycle Credit for Delivery and App Drivers, Electric Bikes Included
Brazil has reportedly introduced a credit program allowing delivery and ride-hailing app drivers to purchase motorcycles at low interest rates. The program includes electric motorcycles, drawing attention as an initiative to help gig workers secure reliable transportation.
Araguaina Noticias · 6/18/2026
Brazilian Government Launches 'Move Brasil,' Backing Delivery Workers' Bike Purchases With Low-Interest Loans
On June 12, Brazil's government announced "Move Brasil – Entregadores e Motoapp," a financing program for delivery workers and app-based drivers. It supports the purchase of domestically assembled or manufactured electric bicycles, scooters, and electric/flex-fuel motorcycles, with a target of financing about 100,000 units. It offers a two-month grace period and repayment terms of up to 48 installments.
www.gov.br · 6/12/2026