Bajaj Auto Launches World’s First CNG-Powered Motorcycle "Freedom"

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On June 5, Pune-based Bajaj Auto launched the world's first CNG-powered motorcycle.

An Overview of the News

• The motorcycle is priced between Rs 95,000 and Rs 1,10,000 and will be rolled out nationwide in phases.

• Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari unveiled the bike.

• Bajaj Auto Company launched an EV in 2022 and plans to make 10,000 CNG bikes every month.

Bike Specifications:

• Named "Freedom", the bike has a 2-kg CNG cylinder and a 2-litre petrol tank.

• It has a 125cc engine, longest seat length and state-of-the-art technology.

• The bike can switch to petrol when the CNG runs out and has passed 11 safety tests.

Bajaj Auto

• Founded -  29 November 1945

• CEO - Rajiv Bajaj

• Parent -  Bajaj Group

• Headquarters - Pune