• Launch of the Kinetic Legacy book, authored by renowned automotive historian and journalist Adil Jal Darukhanawala, celebrating Kinetic’s iconic journey and its enduring contribution to India’s mobility landscape.
  • Introduction of the I Am Kinetic Community — connecting Kinetic enthusiasts through shared memories and the brand’s enduring legacy.

Pune: Kinetic Group today unveiled Kinetic’s Electric Energy – The Story of India’s Original People Mover, a landmark coffee table book chronicling the remarkable journey of one of India’s most iconic automotive brands.

Authored by renowned automotive historian and journalist Adil Jal Darukhanawala, the richly illustrated publication was launched at the Kinetic Legacy Meet, celebrating Kinetic’s enduring contribution to India’s mobility landscape while marking its renewed journey in the era of electric mobility.

For over five decades, Kinetic has been synonymous with innovation, accessibility and engineering excellence. From empowering millions of Indians with affordable personal mobility through the iconic Luna to redefining urban commuting with the revolutionary Kinetic DX, the company has played a pivotal role in shaping India’s mobility story. Today, that remarkable legacy has been preserved for future generations through Kinetic’s Electric Energy.

Book Highlights

  • Nearly 180 pages featuring hundreds of rare photographs, archival material, historical documents and first-hand accounts chronicling Kinetic’s extraordinary journey.
  • Documents Kinetic’s evolution from the iconic Luna and Kinetic DX to engineering milestones, endurance records, concept vehicles, global expeditions, strategic partnerships and the all-new electric Kinetic DX.

Not only a collector’s edition but Kinetic’s Electric Energy is a definitive account of Kinetic’s pioneering journey. The publication captures the company’s entrepreneurial spirit, engineering breakthroughs and unwavering commitment to innovation while celebrating the people, products and ideas that transformed personal mobility for millions of Indians. It also highlights the vision of three generations of the Firodia family, whose relentless pursuit of excellence has helped shape India’s automotive landscape.

Authored by Adil Jal Darukhanawala, one of India’s foremost automotive historians and journalists, the book is enriched by his over four-decade association with Kinetic. Having closely followed the company’s evolution since the early 1980s, he brings a unique blend of historical research, rare archival material and firsthand insights, making this an authentic account of Kinetic’s remarkable journey.

The event also marked the launch of the I AM KINETIC community, an initiative dedicated to bringing together customers, employees, dealers, collectors, partners and enthusiasts who have been a part of Kinetic’s remarkable journey. The platform celebrates the stories, memories and shared experiences that have made Kinetic an enduring part of millions of lives.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Ajinkya Firodia, Vice Chairman & Managing Director of Kinetic Engineering Ltd & Kinetic Watts & Volts Ltd, said: ” Kinetic’s Electric Energy is a tribute to the vision, innovation and people who have shaped our journey over the past five decades. Kinetic has always been about empowering people through innovation, and this book celebrates our iconic products, enduring partnerships and the values that built our legacy. We hope this book serves not only as a record of our past but also as an inspiration for future innovators, entrepreneurs and automotive enthusiasts. As we enter a new era of electric mobility also we are proud to preserve our heritage while inspiring future generations through the I AM KINETIC community.”

Speaking about the book, Adil Jal Darukhanawala, author of Kinetic’s Electric Energy, said: “Kinetic’s story is much more than the evolution of an automotive brand, it is an important chapter in India’s mobility history. Through this book, I wanted to preserve the legacy of a company whose innovations transformed everyday transportation and continue to inspire the future of mobility.”

The launch of Kinetic’s Electric Energy comes at a defining moment in Kinetic’s journey as the company accelerates its presence in the electric mobility segment. As Kinetic reconnects with a new generation of riders through the all-new electric Kinetic DX, the publication serves as both a tribute to a remarkable legacy and a celebration of the brand’s continued pursuit of innovation.