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    Tata Curvv EV TVC Shows Interiors And Exteriors Cinematically

    Tata Curvv EV TVCWhen launched, Tata Curvv EV will rival the likes of MG ZS EV, Mahindra XUV400 and upcpoming Hyundai Creta EV and Maruti eVXTata Motors has increased the heartbeats of India’s car enthusiasts with its stunning new Curvv. Set to launch soon, Tata Curvv has been one of the most anticipated cars of 2024. There will be ICE and EV versions at launch. In one of its new TVC’s, Tata Motors has showcased Curvv EV’s stylish exteriors and a glimpse of the car’s interiors. Let’s take a look.Tata Curvv EV TVCThe dawn of Coupe SUVs for mainstream Indian audiences seems to be here and Tata Motors is embracing it. Curvv dons a stylish coupe sloping roofline and a stunning design. Production-spec versions of both Curvv ICE and Curvv EV have been officially revealed and there have been a few teasers here and there.Tata Curvv EV TVCTata Motors just revealed a new TVC video of Curvv EV showing vehicle’s rough and off-road abilities. This is done by tackling the mighty Sandakphu situated at very high altitude. The roads are treacherous and demand capability from cars and skills from drivers.Tata Curvv EV TVCIn this video showing Curvv EV’s ascent to Sandakphu, Tata Motors welcomes Curvv to their SUV family. In this video, we can see a few glimpses of Curvv EV’s interior, which was officially under wraps up until now. The video reveals an almost identical interior to Nexon EV. This is not a bad thing as Nexon is fairly well equipped.[embedded content]We can see a similar dashboard with the same 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment display with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 10.25-inch fully digital instrument display with a full-screen navigation feature and other switches and attributes. Steering is from the Harrier and Safari with illuminated Tata logo.Centre console will be largely unchanged from Nexon EV’s. Leatherette seats with ventilated function, auto-dimming IRVM, and touch and toggle climate controls. Curvv is expected to get electrically adjustable front seats over Nexon EV. 2nd-row 2-step reclining seats, electric tailgate with gesture control, and 45W fast USB chargers at the front and rear are other notable features.Tata Curvv EV TVCSpecs & featuresTata Curvv EV TVC shows off-roading capabilities that are backed by decent performance to tackle inclines up to 60 degrees. In that regard, Curvv EV is speculated to come equipped with a 55 kWh battery pack mated to a single motor set up in a FWD layout. We would reckon Curvv EV may pack a more powerful motor too.For reference, Nexon EV LR comes with an electric motor with 143 bhp, 215 Nm and a 100 km/h sprint in a claimed 8.9 seconds. Underpinned by the modular and scalable Acti.ev platform, Curvv EV boasts improved dynamics and rideability too. More

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    Pulsar 400 Becomes No 1 Selling 400cc From Bajaj – Overtakes Triumph, KTM, Husqvarna

    Bajaj Pulsar 400 Sales AnaysisRoyal Enfield has expanded its Sherpa 450 lineup with Guerrilla 450 to rival the 400cc offerings from Bajaj and its partnersEver since it was launched, Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z has had a lot of sales potential. Bajaj is known to pull aggressive price points and Pulsar NS400Z is no different. Launched at an attractive price point of Rs 1.85 lakh (Ex-sh) Pulsar NS400Z has surpassed the sales of other Bajaj-alliance 400cc motorcycles. Let’s break down the numbers.Pulsar 400 Bags Excellent SalesThe combination of high performance and low price is a rather powerful one. For price-conscious Indian buyers, the higher price for marginal to no real benefits of rival single-cylinder high-performance motorcycles looks obsolete. Hence, Pulsar NS400Z emerges as the value champion.Same analogy is seen in the sales charts. Pulsar NS400Z has out-performed other 400cc motorcycles from Bajaj’s own alliances with Triumph, KTM and Husqvarna. In June 2024, Bajaj Pulsar 400Z sold 2,515 units and secured top position among the likes of Triumph Speed 400, KTM 390 lineup, Bajaj Dominar 400 and Husqvarna Svartpilen 400.With 2,515 units sold, Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z secured a 43.28% market share among this list. Bajaj launched Pulsar NS400Z in May 2023 and it only sold 32 units in that month. For June 2024, MoM growth comes out to be 7,759.38% with volume growth of 2,483 units MoM.Bajaj Pulsar 400 Sales Anaysis – YoYIn 2nd place, we have Triumph 400 lineup including Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X. Together, they sold 2,135 units and carved out a 36.74% market share among this list. When compared to 2,117 units sold in May 2024, Triumph 400 registered a 0.85% MoM growth with 18 units gained in volume.KTM’s highly popular 390 lineup took 3rd place in this list with a 12.01% market share. The 698 KTM 390 units sold in June 2024 ensured that the sales numbers halved YoY at a 50.32% YoY decline, losing 707 units in volume. When compared to the 655 units sold a month before, KTM 390 gained 43 units in volume registering a MoM growth of 6.56%.Husqvarna sold 88 Svartpilen 401sBajaj’s Dominar 400 is probably the oldest in the bunch and it still manages to carve out a decent sales proposition. At 375 units, sales have dropped considerably with a 40.19% YoY decline losing 252 units in volume. There was no luck for Dominar 400 in MoM analysis too as numbers dropped from 477 to 375, a 21.38% MoM decline.Bajaj Pulsar 400 Sales Anaysis – MoMEven though it has a unique design character of its own and shares the platform with the new 390 Duke, Husqvarna Svartpilen emerges as the slowest-selling product in this list. With 88 units sold as opposed to 142 units sold in May 2024, Husqvarna 401 saw a 38.03% MoM decline with 54 units lost in volume.In total, Bajaj sold 5,811 400cc bikes through its own brand and partner brands like Triumph, KTM and Husqvarna. This segment is doing extremely well with numbers almost quadrupling YoY at 185.97% growth and a 69.76% MoM growth. Royal Enfield is readying its Sherpa 450-based lineup with Himalayan 450 and the just-launched Guerrilla 450. More

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    2024 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V Launch Price Rs 1.38L – More Features, Dual ABS

    2024 Hero Xtreme 160R 4VJust launched, 2024 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V will rival TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and Honda Hornet 2.0 among other premium commutersThe sporty 160cc motorcycle segment has been very lucrative for OEMs. This is a tier above the non-sporty and non-premium 150cc – 160cc offerings and strikes a decent balance between style and substance for buyers. Hero Xtreme 160R has been updated to MY24 with a few feature additions along with improvements in componentry. The bike was just launched. Let’s take a look at what’s new.2024 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V LaunchedIn June 2023, Hero MotoCorp launched the new Xtreme 160R with USD telescopic front forks and a host of other features. With this launch, Hero offered a 4V head, oil cooling setup and USD telescopic front forks along with a striking design with premium LED lighting to appeal to young riders.2024 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V – FeaturesAt the time, many enthusiasts felt that Hero should have offered dual-channel ABS to make Xtreme 160R 4V a more complete and rounded-off product. Come July 2024, Hero MotoCorp is doing just that and is ensuring there are more features inbound to better rival the offerings from rivals like TVS and Honda.New 2024 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V has been launched with improved features list and addition of Dual-Channel ABS. Prices have been announced and start from Rs 1,38,500  (Ex-sh). When compared to current model, price increment is Rs 2,000. There is a new Kevlar Brown colour option. Colours retained from its predecessor include Neon Shooting Star and Stealth Black.2024 Hero Xtreme 160R 4VBefore diving into its updated features list, let’s get design updates out of the way. The primary attribute that attracts all the attention is its new colourway. It is a black and bronze-like brown combination with interesting decals. Split seat design is replaced with a single-piece unit for comfort.There seems to be a new LED tail light as well that looks a lot more modern and premium than before. Speaking of tail lights, Hero is offering first-in-segment panic brake alerts with 2024 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V that enhances safety proposition.2024 Hero Xtreme 160R 4VNew featuresApart from panic brake alert, Hero is now offering dual-channel ABS with 2024 Xtreme 160R 4V that ups the overall safety quotient. The bike had a fully digital reverse LCD instrument cluster with a plethora of features. With 2024 model, Hero has added first-in-segment drag race timer to record 0-60 km/h sprints.2024 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V – New SeatOther attributes have remain the same including its powertrain. Speaking of, a 163.2cc single-cylinder oil-cooled SOHC 4V engine with 16.6 bhp of peak power and 14.6 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 5-speed gearbox. Primary rivals include TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and Honda Hornet 2.0.2024 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V – Drag Race TimerAlso read – Hero Xpulse 210 spied More

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    Ola Electric Bike Battery Teased Ahead Of Launch – Working On Something

    Ola Electric Bike Battery TeasedWhile they look quite alluring as concepts, it remains to be seen how Ola’s upcoming electric motorcycles will perform in real-world conditionsOla’s CEO, Bhavish Aggarwal, has stirred excitement in the electric vehicle community with a recent tweet. Aggarwal shared an intriguing image of what appears to be a sophisticated battery pack, likely destined for Ola’s highly anticipated electric bike. Accompanying the image, he teased, “Working on something.”Ola Electric Bike Battery TeasedThe image reveals a detailed view of the battery pack, showcasing intricate wiring and advanced components, hinting at a powerful and efficient energy source. This development aligns with Ola’s ambitious plans to revolutionize the electric mobility sector, building on the success of their electric scooters.Ola Electric Bike Battery TeasedAs Ola continues to push boundaries in electric vehicle technology, this teaser has sparked speculation and anticipation among enthusiasts and industry watchers alike. The forthcoming electric motorcycle is expected to feature cutting-edge technology and impressive performance, further solidifying Ola’s position as a key player in the EV market.Ola unveiled 4 new electric motorcycles as concept. There’s a roadster, an ADV, a cruiser and a radical-looking bike that Ola is calling the Diamondhead. Ola has stated that these new electric motorcycles will be ready for launch by end-2024. Ahead of that, Ola has now teased the battery of their electric motorcycle.Radical Diamond HeadOla Diamondhead electric bike featuresAs compared to conventional ICE motorcycles, electric bikes provide a lot more freedom to experiment in terms of their design and styling. Ola Diamondhead is a relevant example. The bike is a big surprise in both form and function. Most peculiar is the dome-shaped structure at front. It can also be imagined as an armoured vehicle with capabilities to deflect bullets. The lower section of the bike mirrors the top domed shape, albeit in an inverse and smaller proportion.Diamond Head trademark objectedOla Diamondhead has a full-width LED strip that also houses the headlamp. Riding stance is fairly committed, as evident with the low-set clip-on handlebars. Foot pegs have an adjustability option to choose between a track-oriented or comfortable riding posture. The bike has a futuristic retracting instrument cluster. It is revealed when the bike is switched on.In terms of functional innovation, the bike can be seen with a giant swingarm at front. It suggests that the bike will likely have a hub-centred steering system. This is in contrast to the usual conventional fork setup. While this setup is not entirely new, only a few such bikes have entered production in the past. Ola Diamondhead has a belt drive system and comes with dual disc brakes at the front. Ola Diamondhead is likely to be positioned as a performance-oriented product.New Ola Electric MotorcycleOla roadster, ADV, cruiser electric bikesAs compared to Diamondhead, the other three Ola electric motorcycles are relatively more conventional in their design and styling. All three bikes have aggressive front fascia, sharp body panelling, USD forks, disc brakes and chain drive setup. The ADV bike has a sharp beak, golden USD forks, large windscreen, hand guards, knobby dual-purpose tyres and luggage racks at sides and rear.Ola electric cruiser bike has an aerodynamic panelling all across. It has a sleek headlamp, rectangular rear-view mirrors with integrated turn signals, thick fork seal covers, a rider-only seat and short tail section. The roadster appears as the most practical among the four new Ola electric motorcycles. It has a sharp headlamp, sleek turn signals, pulled-back handlebar and split-seat design.Ola is yet to reveal any of the specs of these e-bikes. Ola has focused on range, performance and hi-tech features with its electric scooters. Something similar can be expected from its upcoming electric motorcycles. More

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    Tata Curvv EV Battery Details Leak – 2 Variants, 600 KM Range Possible?

    Tata Curvv EV – MotorbeamCurvv EV is underpinned by the acti.ev platform that can deliver multiple range options from 300 km to 600 kmTata Motors is all set to enter the compact SUV segment with the Curvv SUV. Curvv will be available in both ICE and EV formats. Launch and price reveal are scheduled for August 7, 2024. Ahead of that, details about Curvv EV battery pack options have been leaked.Tata Curvv EV battery detailsSimilar to other Tata electric cars, Curvv EV will have standard and long-range variants. The standard variant will be getting a 40.5 kWh battery pack. This is the same as currently in use with Nexon Long Range variant. As certified by ARAI, the 40.5 kWh battery pack offers a range of 465 km.Tata Curvv EVCurvv EV higher variants will be equipped with a larger 55 kWh battery pack. A range of around 550 km is possible, although the acti.ev platform underpinning the Curvv EV has capability to deliver a range of up to 600 km. For the benefit of customers, Tata Motors will be keen to achieve best-in-segment range for Curvv EV. All variants of Curvv EV will utilize a front-axle mounted electric motor. More details could be revealed in the coming days.Curvv EV rivals – Battery and rangeAt the time of launch, Curvv EV will compete with the MG ZS EV. The latter is equipped with a 50.3 kWh battery pack that offers a range of 461 km. Assuming that Curvv EV top variants will have a range of around 550 km, the SUV will already have better numbers to show. In the future, new rivals will emerge such as Hyundai Creta EV and Maruti eVX. Toyota will also be launching its own version of the Maruti eVX.Tata Curvv PerformanceCreta EV is expected to get a 45-50 kWh battery pack. It will have a range of around 450 km. Maruti eVX is expected to be equipped with a 60-kWh battery pack. Range is likely to be around 550 km. If one considers only the battery capacity and range, then the Maruti eVX seems like a more capable rival to the Curvv EV.However, range may not actually be that important in the future. It’s because the charging infrastructure is consistently improving. Moreover, the new generation of battery packs are being designed to support ultra-fast charging. These allow users to quickly load 100+ km in just a few minutes.Charging network expansionTata Motors currently has the largest portfolio of electric cars in the mainstream PV segment. It includes Tigor EV, Tiago EV, Punch EV and Nexon EV. Upcoming products include Harrier EV and Avinya EV. Market share is more than 63%, as of June 2024.To ensure its EV customers are not troubled by range anxiety, Tata Motors is working proactively to expand its charging network. There are plans to introduce around 1 lakh charging stations by 2030. These will cater to Tata Motors’ ever-growing community of EV users. More

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    Mahindra BE.05 Base Variant, Production-spec Lighting, Alloy Wheels, Roof Carrier Spied

    Mahindra BE.05 New DetailsWhen compared to the flamboyant front fascia of top variants, Mahindra BE.05 base variant gets a unique and simpler fasciaWith electric onslaught ambitions, Mahindra has curated a separate environment for its upcoming global EVs. These SUVs are based on INGLO born electric platform. The smallest and most popular and affordable vehicle from this platform will be BE.05. New spy shots reveal more details about this very vehicle. Let’s take a look.Mahindra BE.05 Base VariantBefore getting on with the new attributes spotted with top-spec Mahindra BE.05, we have to talk about the recently spied base model and everything there is to know about it. After all, it is the most affordable variant of the most affordable INGLO platform based on Mahindra’s global electric vehicles.Mahindra BE.05 Base VariantFor starters, production-spec lighting elements for Mahindra BE.05’s base variant seem to be finalised. Seeing it in new spy shots from automotive enthusiast Subhas Das, we were in for a surprise. We say this because the base variant of BE.05 gets a unique fascia when compared to the production-spec top-spec variant’s fascia.Base variant misses out on the massive C-shaped LED DRLs and instead gets simplified horizontal LED DRLs. Below these DRLs are unique-to-base-model projector headlights in a large circular housing. Other notable elements include two vertical trims in the front that lend a unique look. Reminds me of a Jaguar I-Pace.Mahindra BE.05 Base VariantBase variant also gets steel wheels in a black shade. Addressing the elephant in the room, Mahindra BE.05 test mule had a massive roof carrier that looked absolutely wild. In a good way, of course. This roof carrier is likely to be for testing purposes only. But it blends with car’s design very well. I even liked the overall muted aesthetics of the base variant more than top variant of BE.05.Mahindra BE.05 Higher Variant : Image – Gobinath RajanNew attributes of top variantSpeaking of the top variant, spy shots from automotive enthusiast Gobinath Rajan show a new production-spec alloy wheel design. This is an aerodynamic wheel design with a five-element slotted pattern on it. We would reckon Mahindra will offer these alloys on top-spec variants while the previously spied alloys will be offered in mid-variants. Or vice versa.Mahindra BE.05 Higher Variant : Image – Gobinath RajanIt is to be noted that higher variants still get those massive C-shaped LED DRLs along with a sleek LED headlight setup just below the top-most DRL element. Mahindra seems to be implementing an air curtain in front bumper, as seen in these new spy shots. It looks like there is an air channel on the bonnet that is deflecting winds from the front over the car’s windscreen.Mahindra BE.05 : Image – Gobinath RajanInterestingly, a fixed glass roof from BE.05 concept has been carried over to the production model. Sunroof fanatics who want to get out of the sunroof (for reasons best known to them), can look at XUV.e8 which was also spied beside the top-spec BE.05 test mules. There is a possibility of Mahindra showcasing BE.05 on August 15th alongside Thar Roxx. More

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    BMW Electric Scooter India Launch Price Rs 14.90 Lakh – 130 Kms Range

    BMW Electric ScooterBMW CE 04, powered by a 15 kW electric motor, promises a 130 km range and 120 km/h top speedBMW Motorrad, the two wheeler division of the German luxury car maker has launched a new and highly exclusive electric scooter in India. Called the BMW CE 04, this flagship electric scooter that is coming in as a completely built up unit (CBU), will be the most expensive in its segment.BMW CE 04 – Advanced TechnologyBMW Motorrad’s first electric scooter in India, BMW CE 04 is built on a steel double loop frame and is set apart in terms of features, advanced technology and safety equipment. It boasts of a futuristic stance, large aprons and a flat body with an expansive bench like seat.BMW Electric ScooterBMW CE 04 commands a strong road presence. Dimensions stand at 2,285mm in length and 855mm in width with a flat bench type seat with height at 780mm. The seat can also be increased to 800mm, while it rides on 15 inch wheels at the front and rear.Where on-board technology is concerned, the BMW CE 04 receives a 10.25 inch TFT display for both connectivity and navigation with BMW Motorrad Connectivity. It also comes in with a USB type-Charger and a ventilated storage space for smartphones besides a helmet storage compartment.BMW Electric ScooterIt offers three riding modes of Road, Rain and Eco for varying conditions. It gets dynamic traction control, ABS Pro system as optional extras while safety is managed via ACS and traction control. Where suspension is concerned, the BMW CE 04 gets a single bridge telescopic fork and single sided swing arm with direct hinged suspension strut at the front and rear respectively.BMW Electric ScooterBMW CE 04 – Power and PerformanceBMW CE 04 draws its power via a 15kW electric motor that offers 41 hp peak power at 4,900 rpm and 61 Nm torque at 1,500 rpm. It allows for acceleration from 0 to 50 km/h in 2.6 seconds to hit a top speed of 120 km/h. Braking duties are handled via 265mm disc on the front and rear with standard ABS.It receives an 8.9 kWh battery that claims a 130 km range on single charge. The battery supports DC fast charging and can be charged from 0-100% in 1 hour 40 minutes. Via a standard charger, the electric scooter takes just over 4 hours for a full battery top up.BMW Electric ScooterBMW CE 04, being the most expensive electric scooter in the country, sees no direct rivals in its class in India. With bookings being opened, customers in India can place their orders via select authorized BMW Motorrad dealerships. Following the successful launch of the BMW CE 04, the company also plans launch of CE 02, which is expected to launch in India after a few months. More

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    Top 10 Scooters June 2024 – Activa, Jupiter, Access, Ola S1, Chetak, RayZR

    Ola Electric ScooterTop 10 scooter sales surpassed the 5.16 lakh unit mark in June 2024 showing off a massive 53.54% YoY growth but 1.83% MoM declineAfter taking a look at the top 10 two wheelers and top 10 motorcycles last month, let is discuss top 10 scooter sales in June 2024. Taking into account the 10 best-selling scooters last month, sales stood at 5,16,990 units, a huge improvement of 53.54% over 3,36,707 units sold in June 2023. This was a notable volume growth of 1,80,283 units with particular improvement for electric models. MoM sales on the other hand suffered a 1.83% decline in sales when compared to 5,07,708 units sold in May 2024.Top 10 Scooter YoY Sales June 2024Honda Activa once again topped sales charts with 2,33,376 units sold, a massive 78.38% YoY improvement over 1,30,830 units sold in June 2023. This was a volume growth of 1,02,546 units with the Activa commanding a 45.14% share on this list. TVS Jupiter sales also improved YoY by 12.21% to 72,100 units, up from 64,252 units sold in June 2023 thus relating to a 39,503 unit increase in volumes. Suzuki Access scooter at No. 3 has posted a 32.12% YoY growth in sales to 52,192 units in June 2024, up from 39,503 units sold in June 2023.Top 10 Scooters June 2024 – YoY ComparisonIn the electric scooter segment, it is the Ola S1 that holds supreme position. Sales of the S1 surged 107.57% YoY to 36,723 units, up from 17,692 units sold in June 2023. However, these are retail sales figures. Honda Dio also saw a triple digit YoY growth in sales to 32,584 units, up 254.60% over 9,189 units sold in June 2023.Sales declined marginally by 0.94% for the TVS Ntorq down to 27,812 units in June 2024, from 28,077 units sold in June 2023 relating to a 265 unit volume decline. Bajaj Chetak, also in the electric scooter segment, posted a 135.75% YoY improvement in sales to 16,691 units, in June 2024, up from 7,080 units sold in the same month last year. TVS iQube sales grew by 5.17% to 15,210 units while Yamaha RayZR (15,184 units) and Suzuki Burgman (15,118 units) showed off 12.97% and 24.11% YoY growth respectively.NoTop 10 ScootersJun-24Jun-23DiffGrowth % YoY% Share Jun 241Honda Activa2,33,3761,30,8301,02,54678.3845.142TVS Jupiter72,10064,2527,84812.2113.953Suzuki Access52,19239,50312,68932.1210.104Ola S1 (Retail)36,72317,57919,144108.907.105Honda Dio32,5849,18923,395254.606.306TVS Ntorq27,81228,077-265-0.945.387Bajaj Chetak16,6917,0809,611135.753.238TVS iQube15,21014,4627485.172.949Yamaha RayZR15,18413,4411,74312.972.9410Suzuki Burgman15,11812,1812,93724.112.92–Total5,16,9903,36,5941,80,39653.59100.00Top 10 Scooter MoM Sales June 2024Taking into account top 10 scooter sales in June 2024 and comparing the same to sales in May 2024, we notice a 1.83% decline in sales with a number of models on this list falling in the red. Honda Activa once again commanded the list with a 7.87% MoM growth relating to a 17,024 higher volume of sales. TVS Jupiter and Suzuki Access scooters saw a 4.93% and 19.47% MoM decline in sales respectively while Ola S1 scooter sales also fell by 1.35%.Top 10 Scooters June 2024 – MoM ComparisonHonda Dio sales improved remarkably by 12.20% MoM from 29,041 units sold in May 2024 to 32,584 units in the past month. TVS Ntorq however, suffered a 4.93% decline in sales from dropping from 29,253 units sold in May 2024 to 27,812 units in June 2024. It was immediately followed by the iQube with a 11.72% MoM decline in sales.Yamaha RayZR came next in line with 13,794 units sold last month, a 10.08% MoM growth. Sales of Bajaj Chetak, when compared from May to June 2024, saw a hefty 27.98% growth from 13,042 units sold in May to 16,691 units in the past month. Suzuki Burgman may have been at the No. 10 spot on this list but has posted the highest MoM growth in sales, up by 35.94% with sales growing from 11,121 units sold in May to 15,118 unit sales in the past month. More