When I first saw the teaser of the TVS M1-S, it stopped me mid-scroll. That aggressive front fascia, the twin LED headlights with eyebrow-style DRLs, it didn’t look like anything we’ve seen from TVS before. This isn’t just another scooter, it’s a statement on wheels. And I could already imagine it gliding down city roads, turning heads at every signal.

This new electric maxi-scooter, which popped up on TVS’s Indonesian website, is likely coming to India and if that happens, I’m genuinely excited. Based on the ION M1-S from ION Mobility (where TVS holds a stake), the M1-S looks ready to shake things up in the premium EV space.

What struck me most was the blend of style and practicality. There’s a tall windscreen that feels tour-ready, a flat floorboard for real-world comfort, and that 26-litre under-seat storage? Perfect for city life. You’ve got disc brakes on both ends, fat tyres on 14-inch alloys, and a 7-inch TFT screen that feels straight out of a premium motorcycle.

But what really got my pulse racing was the performance. 12.5 kW motor, 254 Nm torque at the wheel, and 0 to 50 km/h in just 3.7 seconds. That’s proper quick for an EV scooter. And with a 4.3 kWh battery delivering 150 km of range, it’s not just fast, it’s practical too.

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TVS hasn’t officially confirmed an India launch yet, but given how competitive our EV market is becoming, I’d be surprised if they didn’t bring the TVS M1-S here soon. With its bold design, sharp tech, and real-world range, this scooter could be the upgrade many urban riders didn’t know they were waiting for.