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E‑Scooter Demand Soars 3–4× During Festive Season, Factories Operate 24/7
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 19 Oct 2026, 08:32 AM
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E‑scooter sales have surged 3–4 times during the festive period, prompting manufacturers to work around the clock and leaving many buyers unable to secure a unit without a pre‑order.
The demand for electric scooters has jumped 3 to 4 times during the recent festive season, according to industry reports.
Manufacturers across the country have shifted to 24‑hour production schedules to meet the surge, with several plants operating in multiple shifts.
Despite the increased output, many consumers report difficulty in acquiring a scooter without placing an advance order, as units are being snapped up quickly.
The spike in demand is expected to influence pricing and supply chain dynamics in the coming months.
Manufacturers across the country have shifted to 24‑hour production schedules to meet the surge, with several plants operating in multiple shifts.
Despite the increased output, many consumers report difficulty in acquiring a scooter without placing an advance order, as units are being snapped up quickly.
The spike in demand is expected to influence pricing and supply chain dynamics in the coming months.