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      Mahindra XUV400 OneOfOne Edition – Electric SUV Gets Chic

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      Special edition of Mahindra XUV400 is the outcome of a collaborative effort between automotive designer Pratap Bose and leading fashion icon Rimzim DaduMahindra XUV400 OneOfOne EditionUnveiled in September 2022, Mahindra XUV400 is scheduled to be launched next year. Equipped with multiple segment-first features and offering best-in-class range, XUV400 can emerge as a strong challenger to Tata Nexon EV. The latter currently enjoys the first-mover advantage and has market share of more than 80%.In the run-up to its launch, Mahindra has revealed a special edition of XUV400. A collaborative project involving Pratap Bose and Rimzim Dadu, the special edition of XUV400 is part of the Tech Fashion Tour Season 6, presented by Mahindra Automotive. Both Pratap and Rimzin are experts in their respective domains, which will ensure the best outcomes for the special edition of XUV400.XUV400 special editionGoing beyond the usual experimentations with metal, plastic and glass, the special edition of XUV400 focuses on using fabrics as a means to improve overall look and feel and ambience. Fabric options are virtually limitless based on various aspects such as colour tone, texture, type of weave, type of fibre, shine, etc. That’s where Rimzim Dadu’s expertise as a fashion icon comes into play.Primary objective is to create fabric-inspired themes that will complement XUV400’s core character and styling. Working together, Rimzim and Pratap have come up with some interesting design bits for the special edition of XUV400. For example, the twin-peaks copper hued Mahindra logo gets a blue outline, inspired by one of Rimzim’s exclusive creations.Mahindra XUV400 Electric One Of One Edition teased pic.twitter.com/2LYlAf5hPB— RushLane (@rushlane) November 29, 2022Similarly, there are other innovative uses of fabric-inspired elements to spruce up the interiors. ‘Rimzim + Bose’ branding elements have been used across interiors and exteriors. This special edition of XUV400 surely works in terms of creating unique user experiences. It makes the journey a bit more exciting, as enthusiasts wait for the launch of XUV400.XUV400 range, specsMahindra XUV400 is offering 456 km range, which is as per AIS 040 (Rev. 1) standard. In comparison, Nexon EV Max can run 437 km on a full charge in a laboratory environment (ARAI-certified). While the range difference between XUV400 and Nexon EV Max is not much, the former does get bragging rights for offering highest-in-segment range.XUV400 has an AC – synchronous motor, capable of generating 110 kW (147.5 hp) of max power at 5,500 rpm and 310 Nm of peak torque. It connects to a 39.4 kWh, 112 Ah battery pack, which has NMC (nickel, manganese and cobalt) electro-chemical composition. It weighs 309 kg. XUV400 top speed is rated at 150 kmph and it can achieve 0-100 kmph in 8.3 seconds. When launched, XUV400 will be the fastest Indian make passenger vehicle in non-luxury segment.Mahindra XUV400 OneOfOne EditionThere will be three variants of XUV400 – base-spec 5S, EP 5S and EL 5S. It will be roomier than Nexon EV Max, as it’s 4,200 mm long, 1,821 mm wide and 1,634 mm tall. XUV400 boot space will also be better than Nexon EV Max. More

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      MG Extender Based Electric Pickup Truck Debuts – 330 Km Range

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      LDV eT6 gets a single electric motor generating 174 bhp and 310 Nm and draws juice from an 88.55 kWh battery packMG Extender Based Electric eT60 pickup truckUtes as they are called down under in Australia, pickup trucks are some of the most sought-after. In South-East Asian markets, pickup trucks are very popular. One such pickup in Thailand is MG Extender and it is rebranded as a Maxus T60 Max pickup truck for certain markets. This is sold as a ute in Australia under LDV brand (Leyland DAF Group) as Maxus is a trademarked word over there.LDV T60 gets a sole 2.8L turbo diesel powertrain in Australia. That said, this pickup truck has now spawned an electric version called LDV eT60. It costs AUD 92,990 (approx Rs. 51.27 lakh, on road). In Australia it is considered expensive as the regular T60 costs between AUD 41,042 (approx Rs. 22.62 lakh, on road) to AUD 47,884 (approx Rs. 26.4 lakh, on road).Is India a viable market for this MG Extender based electric pickup truck? Should MG at least bring its ICE Extender pickup to India? Let’s take a look.MG Extender Based Electric Pickup Truck Launched In AustraliaFor the money it demands, LDV eT60 gets an 88.55 kWh battery pack. It isn’t on par with what American electric pickup trucks from Rivian, Ford and GM have to offer. Considering that eT60 gets a moderate powertrain, it might be par for the course. Speaking of powertrains, it gets a single motor powering the rear wheels.Load BayThe motor is capable of 174 hp or 130 kW and 310 Nm of torque. Top speed is capped at 120 km/h. eT60 comes off as a little bland in performance considering that Maxus T60 Max gets an option of a 2.0L twin-turbocharged diesel engine that makes 215 bhp of power and 500 Nm of torque. On top of it, eT60 weighs in at 2,300 kg, while ICE counterpart weighs up to 2,150 kg.eT6 promises a range of 330 km on a single charge (WLTP cycle). Both AC and DC fast charging are supported. AC charger supports up to 11 kW with 9 hours to charge from a 3-phase socket. Up to 80 kW of DC fast charging is supported via CCS2 charging socket. Charging time reduces drastically with 20% to 80% charge taking around 45 minutes.FeaturesMG Extender based electric pickup truck eT60 is decently kitted for what it is worth. Features like single zone AC, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, electrically adjustable front seats, leatherette upholstery and more. Infotainment system comprises a 10.25” unit that gets Apple CarPlay, reverse camera and four speakers.Interior17” alloy wheels, LED DRLs, LED tail lights, 6 airbags, ESP, brake assist, hill descent and ascent control, traction control and more. ADAS systems are given a miss. India has never been a pickup nation. That said, we have two pickup trucks to choose from. One being Isuzu V-Cross and the other being Toyota Hilux.Both of them have a reputation of being pricey for what they offer. MG is not bringing its Extender or an electric version of it, similar to LDV eT60, to Indian shores anytime soon. More

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      Mahindra XUV400 Electric Homologated – Variant, Power Details Leak

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      Considering its multitude of segment-first features and best-in-class range, XUV400 could be another bestseller from MahindraUpcoming Mahindra XUV400 Electric. Image – Ayush GuptaUnvieled on the eve of World EV Day in September 2022, Mahindra XUV400 has potential to emerge as a strong rival to Tata Nexon EV. It is built on the same platform as XUV300 and shares a significant percentage of the equipment list.Test drives for XUV400 are expected to commence in December, whereas prices are likely to be announced in January 2023. Ahead of its launch, details about XUV400 have been revealed via RTO-issued type approval certificate.Mahindra XUV400 variants, specsThere will be 3 variants on offer, the base-spec 5S, EP 5S and EL 5S. XUV400 is 4,200 mm long, 1,821 mm wide and 1,634 mm tall. Wheelbase is at 2,600 mm and gross vehicle weight is 1,960 kg. XUV400 has larger dimensions in comparison to its primary rival Nexon EV Max, which means roomier interiors and larger boot space. As compared to Nexon EV Max’s 350 litres boot space, XUV400 offers 378 litres.XUV400 is equipped with a 39.4 kWh battery pack with 112 Ah capacity. Electro-chemical composition of the battery is NMC (nickel, manganese and cobalt). The battery pack weighs 309 kg, making it the heaviest single component of the EV. Top speed of XUV400 is 150 kmph in both laden and unladen condition. 0-100 kmph is achieved in 8.3 seconds, making it the fastest Indian make passenger vehicle in non-luxury segment.Upcoming Mahindra XUV400 Electric SUV homologation details leakMahindra XUV400 utilizes an AC – synchronous motor that generates 110 kW (147.5 hp) of max power at 5,500 rpm and 310 Nm of peak torque. Max thirty minutes peak power is rated at 60 kW (80 hp) at 4,000 rpm. Range is 456 km, as per AIS 040 (Rev. 1) standard. This is higher than Nexon EV Max that has ARAI certified range of 437 km. Real-world range of XUV400 will determine how effective it will be in challenging Nexon EV.While the battery pack used for XUV400 has been manufactured by Mahindra Electric Mobility Ltd. in collaboration with Mahindra, the electric motor and battery controller will be sourced from China. These units will be manufactured by Valeo Siemens eAutomotive (Changshu) Co. Ltd. As battery pack is the costliest part of an EV, manufacturing it inhouse will allow Mahindra to launch XUV400 at a competitive price point. Base-spec model could be launched at around Rs 17 lakh.Mahindra XUV400 featuresMahindra XUV400 is distinguishable with its exciting colour options, contrasting copper highlights and closed-off grille. Unique X-shaped elements have been used across the grille and other parts, which add another layer of dynamism to the EV. Colour choices for XUV400 include Arctic Blue, Everest White, Galaxy Grey, Napoli Black and Infinity Blue.Interiors are quite similar to XUV300 with features such as sunroof, large touchscreen, 7 airbags, dual zone climate control and adjustable steering wheel. XUV400 will have multi drive modes of Fun, Fast and Fearless, each offering a unique mix of throttle, steering and regen. There will be a single pedal ‘Lively’ mode as well, a segment first feature designed especially for driving in heavy traffic. More

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      PMV Electric Car Launch Price 4.79 L – Range Up To 200 Km

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      Being a minicar, PMV Electric Car can accommodate two adults and a childPMV Electric CarEV sales are on the rise and electric car segment is not lagging behind. We have seen a lot of activity in this arena as well. Recent addition to the electric car segment was the Tata Tiago EV. Before today, it was the smallest and most affordable electric car. But not anymore.Indian startup PMV Electric has come up with EaS-E, a new electric microcar that offers a small form factor and affordable pricing starting from Rs. 4.79 lakh. One look at the red paint scheme and black contrasting elements is set to impress.PMV Electric Car UnveiledWith its cute proportions and tiny footprint, PMV EaS-E is a 2-seater electric microcar. It doesn’t get side-by-side seating like conventional microcars. PMV EaS-E has opted to go with a narrow body that accommodates two seats, one behind the other. Like a motorcycle, one would say.Design-wise, it gets sharp proportions. Front fascia includes an LED strip along with a faux grille, finished in black. Below its DRLs, we have circular headlights that get projectors and LEDs behind them. These look like aftermarket 7” headlights for Thar, Royal Enfield and more. Even though it gets just two seats, it gets 4 doors and windows that are electrically operated. Driver’s window even gets an Auto function.PMV Electric CarSteering is centrally set in this narrow form factor and the driver is greeted by a dash-mounted instrument cluster and left to that, an infotainment system too. Features include a 4G connection, riding modes, EaS-E mode for feet-free driving, Remote Parking Assist, Cruise Control, Remote connectivity and diagnostics, Bluetooth connectivity, onboard navigation, access to music control and call control to the connected smartphone.PMV Electric CarSpecs & PricingSpeaking at the unveiling, Kalpit Patel Founder, and CEO said, “We’ve been looking forward to this day from the start of our journey, to share our vision of the future of urban mobility. Today we unveiled the EaS-E, your everyday car to the world.The team and I have been very fortunate to have had this opportunity and work on a product that not only pushed our creative and innovative limits to raise the bar but also paved the way to create a new category in the Indian Automotive industry called the Personal Mobility Vehicle (PMV), alongside the SUV, Sedan & hatchback categories. We look forward to hitting the production ASAP.”PMV Electric CarEaS-E can be charged from any 15A outlet in 3-4hrs with its onboard charger. Comes with an option of three choices of range: 120,160, and 200 km (claimed range). Top speed is pegged at 70 km/h and it weighs 550 kg.Starting from Rs. 4.79 lakh (ex-sh), PMV EaS-E doesn’t seem to skimp on a lot of creature comforts. It even gets AC. The EaS-E has been launched PAN India. The company is accepting pre-orders at a nominal price of INR 2,000. They have already received 6,000+ pre-orders to date; from India and international markets. More

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      Tata Nexon Electric Joins Indian Air Force Fleet – Official

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      Wide ranging initiatives designed to encourage EV adoption in India; IAF commits to green mobilityTata Nexon Electric Joins Indian Air Force FleetOver time a range of initiatives have been introduced to make green mobility a mainstream objective. In the past this has included an effort to introduce a larger number of EVs as part of government fleets used for official purposes.State and Central government initiatives point to rebates to those buying EVs. The 2-wheeler industry is now interspersed with a large number of new age auto tech companies selling a wide range of e-scooters. Public transport systems have witnessed a growing reliance on public buses. Even e-commerce fleets are turning to small sized electric CVs to manage last mile connectivity and dispatches within cities.Indian Air Force flags off first fleet of EVsOver time, the charging network has grown to put customers at ease. And now, the Indian Air Force is reaffirming its green footstep initiatives. The IAF this week flagged of its first fleet of EVs in aligning with long-term goals of environment friendly mobility.With this, the IAF begins its procurement of e-vehicles. Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari was present to flag off the first 12 EVs. This fleet comprises of Tata Nexon EVs. As procurement picks up pace, charging infrastructure would be set up across air force bases. The current fleet is to be deployed in Delhi NCR for the purposes of performance monitoring and analysis.Tata Nexon Electric Joins Indian Air Force FleetThe scope of EVs that could be sold in India has potential. As a nation, the number of two-wheelers sold in the domestic market is up in lakhs each month. Car sales too have continued to improve in small increments when calculating cars per 1,000 people. This is further backed by improved scope of bank loans.With our commitment to the environment being a personal one, there’s a growing number of people who see merit in EVs over Ice vehicles. Whether this be on account of convenience, regular maintenance costs, upkeep costs, fuel costs or any other reasons, EV sales are enjoying a green period.The future of EVS in IndiaThis obviously stems from the fact that EV sales in past years have been painfully slow, and as such current calculations benefit off the back of low base sales. With infra improvement and an increase in conversations around EV adoption, a stronger base is being created.Tata Nexon Electric Joins Indian Air Force FleetWhere electric cars are concerned, there’s a whole new world to be explored. Unlike other southeast asian nations, India hasn’t yet begun exploring small electric family cars that could become the go to under the right policies. More

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      MG Air Electric Small Car Spied Before Launch – Tiago EV Rival

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      MG Air EV for India gets two 10.2 inch screens, 3 rotary dials with integrated circular displays and a 2-spoke steering wheelMG Air Electric Small CarLeading a new era of electric mobility, we have Tata Motors with a massive 82.8% market share. With the recently launched Tiago EV, Tata’s EV sales are likely to go in one direction, and that is up. Customer interests and reception reflect that very fact. With no direct rival at sub Rs. 10 lakh, Tiago EV comes off as an absolute value champ even when compared to gasoline cars.There is no one else to launch a new EV under Rs. 10 lakh in the immediate vicinity. Or is there? Well, MG Motor seems to have an answer regarding this in the form of the MG Air EV confirmed for launch in India.MG Air EV ConfirmedMG Air Electric small car has now been spied in detail ahead of launch in India. With the arrival of MG Air EV in India, we will witness the resurrection of the Micro EV segment. Something which Mahindra had attempted long ago but failed to get desired sales.Now that the market has matured and has opened up, we can expect the Micro EV segment to thrive. Indians are now lapping up premium and expensive cars like never before. Now could be the right time for Micro EV sales to boom. If we take our neighbouring country China, Wuling Hongguang Mini EV, a Micro EV is the highest-selling 4W vehicle.MG Air Electric Small CarMG Air EV is likely to share its powertrain with China’s highest seller. Baojun E100, E200 & E300, Wuling Air EV and Hongguang Mini EV are all closely related. All of these come with different body styles and designs to appeal to a wider spectrum of audiences.MG Air Electric Small Car is likely to stay vastly similar to Wuling Air EV sold in Indonesia. For India, we can expect thorough changes in its climate control and battery management systems. Likely to retain is a boxy and quirky silhouette, along with a tech-laden futuristic interior.Specs & FeaturesMG might go with as much localization as possible. It is said that MG will source its EV components from Tata AutoComp and Gotion which use LFP battery cells like on Nexon EV. Wuling Air EV has 2 variants, a SWB (Standard Wheel Base) measuring 2599 mm in length and a LWB (Long Wheel Base) measuring 2974 mm in length. India might get the latter.MG Air Electric Small CarMG Air EV is 1,505 mm wide and 1,631 mm tall. SWB has two seats only and LWB has 4 seats. 12” steel wheels are offered in Indonesia. Wuling Air EV gets two powertrain options, a 30kW, and a 50 kW power motor. And two range options varying from 200km to 300km on a single charge. Former is priced at IDR 250 million (Rs 13.2 lakh) and the latter is priced at IDR 300 million (Rs 15.9 lakh).At these prices, it coincides with Nexon EV Max pricing. With a luxurious interior and targeting a niche market of an urban run-about vehicle, we can see this gaining traction soon after launch. If it is Indianised enough, MG might bring down prices and make it a better proposition. It will be launched in 2023 and before that, it could be showcased at 2023 Auto Expo.Source More

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      BYD Atto 3 Electric SUV Launch Price 34 L – About 1,500 Bookings

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      BYD Atto 3 electric SUV bookings opened a few weeks back – Today, the official launch price for India has been revealedNew BYD Atto3 – Launch Price Rs 33.99 lakh, ex-shIndia’s electric vehicle segment goes full steam ahead with many of the country’s automakers making extensive plans to add even more electric vehicles to their portfolios. To date, it has been products such as the Tata Nexon EV, Tigor EV, Tiago EV, MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona Electric that have been major growth drivers in this segment.Both local and global automakers have jumped into the fray with many new products in the offing. Chinese electric vehicle maker, BYD has plans to expand its operations in India as it entered the mainstream EV market with the new Atto 3 electric SUV.BYD Atto 3 Electric SUV Launch PriceIt may be recalled that BYD entered India with the launch of electric buses in 2017 while the E6 MPV was introduced in November 2021. Currently proclaimed as the largest EV maker in global markets, BYD has stated that the new Atto 3 electric SUV has received close to 1,500 bookings. Its launch price is Rs 33.99 lakh, ex-sh.Sanjay Gopalakrishnan, Senior Vice President of Electric Passenger Vehicles of BYD India, said, “We are delighted at the overwhelming response from our customers and thank them for joining the EV journey towards a sustainable future. We are happy to announce the price of our much-acclaimed electric SUV BYD-ATTO 3 in India at INR 33.99 Lakhs (All India – ex-showroom). We are eager to introduce BYD-ATTO 3 to the world and plan to expand its availability in the future.”BYD Atto 3 Electric SUV LaunchedBYD Atto 3 is positioned on the E3 platform. It is offered with a permanent magnet synchronous motor. BYD-ATTO 3 features fast charging from 0% to 80% in 50 mins, a range of 521 km according to ARAI tests with a higher battery capacity of 60.48kWh, and a 0-100km/h acceleration time of 7.3s.BYD Atto 3 Electric SUV TechWith a sporty, powerful exterior and rhythmic interior, BYD-ATTO 3 also features the L2 Advanced Driving Assistance System (ADAS) BYD Dipilot, 7 airbags, a panoramic sunroof, a 12.8-inch (32.5cm) adaptive rotating Screen, 360° holographic transparent imaging system, NFC card key, and a Vehicle to Load (VTOL) mobile power station, making this car an extremely competitive EV offering.BYD-ATTO 3 also boasts features such as mobile phone wireless charging, a one-touch electric control tailgate, an 8-speaker audio system, electric seat adjustment, voice control, LED headlamps, LED rear lights, multi-color gradient ambient lighting that responds to music rhythm, PM 2.5 air filter, CN95 air filter, etc. It has scored a 5 star EURO NCAP safety rating.BYD-ATTO 3 is available in 4 colors: Boulder Grey, Parkour Red, Ski White, and Surf Blue. BYD-ATTO 3 offers a 7kW home charger and its installation service, a 3kW portable charging box, a 3-year free 4G Data subscription, 6-year roadside assistance, and 6 free maintenance service. Besides, BYD-ATTO 3 offers a warranty of 8 years or 1.6 Lakhs kilometers (whichever is earlier) for the traction battery, 8 years or 1.5 Lakhs kilometers (whichever is earlier) for the motor & the motor controller, 6 years or 1.5 Lakhs kilometers for the vehicle, and warranty details of other components. More

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      Tata Nexon EV Owner Shares Cost Details After 85,000 Km

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      When service costs are taken into account, Nexon EV running cost turns up to Rs. 1.58 to cover a kmNexon EV Charging Cost Shared By OwnerWe all know that Nexon EV has been a runaway success. This was the first electric SUV in India that offered a decent balance between range, performance and price. Nexon’s 5-star crash safety rating doesn’t hurt either. It was based on an already well-received ICE product and hence familiarity was one of its strong points too.Despite EV tech being new in India, it is growing at a decent pace. A Nexon EV owner, Manu M has shared a comprehensive breakup of expenses that he incurred to run his EV for 85K km. His views reflect ours when we made a comparison between EVs and petrol hatchbacks.Nexon EV Running Cost Breakdown by Owner84,995 km to be precise. That’s how much Manu M has covered in a span of two years of ownership. This averages to 114 km per day. When stabilizer losses are excluded, Manu M has consumed 11262.8 kWh of energy. Which gives us 132.51 Wh/km of energy consumption per km. Hence range covered with 1 kWh of charge is 7.55 km. Still not bad, we should say.Excluding stabilizer losses, total cost incurred to charge his vehicle to cover 85K km is Rs. 95,681. Which yields a charging cost per km of just Rs. 1.13. Including stabilizer losses, we get more realistic numbers. He claims that he has consumed 10983.22 kWh of electricity to charge his EV to cover said 85K km. This figure includes slow chargers, also fast chargers and stabilizer losses as well.Nexon EV Charging CostThe owner has taken Rs. 9.28 as the cost per kWh in Kerala. When calculated, he has spent Rs. 1,01,686 for charging the batteries to cover 85K km. Charging cost per km is Rs. 1.2 and energy consumption per kWh is 129.22 Wh/km. This gives us a range of 7.74 km per kWh of battery capacity.Service Costs for EVsSince there are significantly less moving parts, EVs require significantly less maintenance. Owner Manu M has provided valuable info regarding EV maintenance. He reports a total of Rs. 32,375 spent on maintaining the car. We say car, because like ICE vehicles there are few parts required to keep it running despite being an EV.Manu M reports transaxle oil change after the first 7,000 km, which never recurs. He seems to have changed transmission oil every 30,000 km interval. Rest of the costs involve regular shenanigans like wheel alignment, wheel balancing, washing, brake fluid and so on. None of these are really expensive. Excluding optional services like foam washing, AC disinfectant and others, he reports a total cost of Rs. 28,976.Nexon EV Service CostWhen servicing costs are taken into account along with charging costs, we land on a figure of Rs. 1.58 per km traveled. Which is really economical when compared to petrol or diesel-powered alternatives. Tiago EV, which was recently launched, is likely to make 4W EV more accessible to customers as it comes at a lower price point. More