Runner Automobiles PLC is a venture of Runner Group, alongside Runner Motors Ltd., Runner Properties Ltd., Runner Trading Limited, and Runner Lube & Energy Ltd. Runner Automobile is the pioneer of motorcycle manufacturer and exporter in Bangladesh. Hafizur Rahman Khan, an entrepreneur and visionary started Runner Automobiles PLC back in 2000, now Mr Khan is the chairman of Runner Automobiles whose brand represents Bangladesh by “Made in Bangladesh” tagline globally.
Initially, Runner assembled Dayang motorcycles imported from China in CKM condition and sold them in the market. After that Runnter started to manufacture essential components for motorcycles. After having official approval as a motorcycle manufacturer brand in 2011, Runner established a manufacturing plant of 100,000 of production capacity in Bhaluka, Mymenshing. Currently, Runner manufactures almost 15 models of motorcycles and scooters by own and imported components. Runner offers 80 cc to 165 cc engine capacity motorcycles in Bangladesh and exports 200 cc motorcycles abroad. Runner Automobiles heading forward on a mission to establish itself as a popular brand by meeting customers’ demands.
Others Brand
Runner Automobiles also imports motorcycles and other vehicles of various world-famous brands alongside its own manufactured motorcycle.
- KTM
KMT is an Austrian motorcycle and sports car brand, immesly popular in European countries. KMT entered in South Asian region with a partnership of Bajaj Auto, India. KTM Duke and RC series are very popular motorcycles in Bangladesh. Runner Automobiles PLC is the sole distributor of KTM motorcycles in Bangladesh
- Vespa
Vespa is an Italian age-old brand famous for its stylish and iconic scooters manufactured by Piaggio. Vespa scooters possess the vintage heritage of scooters, Vespa scooter is globally popular. Usually, all motorcycle brands add one or more scooter models to the lineup but, there are no individual scooter brands in Bangladesh except Vespa. Runner has introduced all elegant Vespa VXL 125, VXL 150 in amazing color schemes.
- Bajaj Three Wheelers
Bajaj is a popular motorcycle brand in Bangldesh, approximately 27% of total motorcycle share market is captured by Bajaj. Similarly, Bajaj three-wheelers are also popular in Bangladesh, Bajaj three-wheelers are powered by CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) so those vehicles are commonly known as CNG. It is the most convenient privet transportation mode for urban middle-class and lower-middle-class people. Runner is the local distributor of Bajaj three-wheelers (CNG).
- Aprilia
Runner Automobiles PLC is the sole distributor of Italian motorcycle brand Aprilia in Bangladesh. Aprilia is famous for high-end sport motorcycles, in moto sports like MotoGP and Grand Prix Aprilia Racing is a leading team. Runner imports a few lower cc Aprilia motorcycles and basic scooters in Bangladesh.
- Yadea
Yadea is a global No. 1 electric scooter, motorcycle, and bicycle manufacturing brand. Chinese brand Yadea was started in 2001, currently, now it is a global top EVs seller. Yadea electrics two-wheelers are exported to more than 100 countries and sold more than 80 million units all over the world. Runner Automobiles imports and showcases Yadea scooters in Bangladesh, being an eco-friendly transportation mode Yadea is gradually gaining popularity nationwide.
- MG Moto Gears
Runner also offers all essential riding gear including riding jackets, backpacks, face protective masks, and others. MG Moto Gears is Runner’s brand for riding equipment.
Quick Contact
Address: 138/1 Tejgaon I/A, Dhaka-1208
Phone: 09611222000. 16273(Mobile Only)
Email: support@runnerbd.com
Website: www.runnerautomobiles.com
FAQs
Which country brand is Runner?
Runner Automobiles PLC is a Bangladesh-origin brand, manufacturer motorcycles and three-wheelers. Runner offers wide range of motorcycles from 80 cc to 150 cc and this company is a key player in 100 cc segment motorcycles in Bangladesh.
Who is the chairman of Runner?
Hafizur Rahman Khan is the founding chairman of Runner Group of Companies, Mr Khan is one of the most skilled industrialists in the automobile sector and was selected as a Commercially Important Person in 2013-14. He is the president of “Bangladesh Automobiles Assemblers and Manufactures Association” (BAAMA) and vice chairman of Varendra University.
How many motorcycles does Runner have?
Currently, Runner has 15 models of motorcycles and scooters, the company locally manufactures motorcycles and scooters by using domestic and imported components and materials.
Which was the first motorcyel of Runner?
Runner Blot 165R is the first motorcycle made by Runner and Bolt 165 is the fast 165 cc motorcycle manufactured in Bangladesh. Initially, Runner assembled Chinese motorcycle brand Dayang in CKD condition, later on, Runner focused on locally manufacturing motorcycles and essential components for motorcycles.
How many Runner motorcycle showrooms are in Bangladesh?
Runner is one of the fastest-growing motorcycle brands in Bangladesh, within a very short time Runner has established more than 200 service centers and 27 showrooms across the country.
