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      Fast Charging Electric Cargo Rickshaw Launch Price Rs 3.59 Lakh

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      India’s First Fast Charging Electric Cargo RickshawOmega Seiki mobility and Log 9 Materials opens pre-bookings for launch of 2 Rage+ Rapid EV variants
      Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) has partnered with battery-tech startup Log 9 Materials. With this comes the launch of its 3-Wheeler Rage+ Rapid EV. It claims to be the Fastest charging 3- Wheeler EV Powered by InstaCharge Technology. Pre-booking for Rage+ Rapid EV Open Carrier Half Tray and Rage+ RapidEV with 140 cubic ft. top body container are now being accepted.
      Pre-bookings are being accepted for 10 grands for the first 1,000 customers. The electric vehicles are currently listed at a discounted ex-showroom price of Rs 3.59 lakh, and Rs 3.99 lakh, respectively. Developed jointly, Rage+ RapidEV range caters to requirements of Indian consumers. The current festive season offer ensures a price adjustment of upto Rs 1 Lakh.
      Pre-booking to delivery
      Once the online pre-booking window closes, Omega Seiki/Log 9 team reps will connect with customers to complete the payment process and other formalities. Vehicles will be shipped to customers within a 4-6 week period from date of pre-booking.
      Both Omega Seiki Rage+ Rapid EVs, on offer RapidX 6000 fast-charging batteries based on the flagship InstaCharge tech innovated by Log 9 Materials. This ensures that full charge is attained within 35 minutes. The company says battery design is optimised to take on wide ranging Indian weather conditions.
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      Operating temp ranges from -30°C to +60°C. Batteries are capable of 40,000 charge-discharge cycles. 10+ years of battery life is what has been stated. Range capacity on a single charge is listed at 90km. Rage+ RapidEV electric three-wheeler range is aimed at customers in the B2B last-mile cargo and delivery segment in India.
      Fast Charging Electric Three Wheelers – Buy back guarantee
      Omega Rage+ Rapid EVs are being sold with a buy back guarantee with 5 years after purchase. The buy back amount guaranteed is capped at a lakh. The approach is designed to address challenges faced when it comes to resale value of EVs. Rage+ Rapid EVs are offered with 5-year vehicle warranty, and 6-year battery warranty.
      Log 9 is offering InstaCharge on Demand’. The phone-call-based EV charging service brings the high-power charger to a vehicle owners’ preferred location. Customers will have access to Log 9’s ‘InstaCharge App’, which will help users find location based charging stations at ease.
      Fast charging on the go
      Mr. Uday Narang, Founder and Chairman, Omega Seiki Mobility said, “Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) believes that the way to develop faster EV Technology is through creating alliances. We are elated to partner with Log9 Materials as we share common values of creating Made-In-India and Made-for-India products.
      OSM is at the pinnacle of the cargo EV segment in India and with the launch of Rage+ Rapid EV, I am sure our customers will be delighted with the unique value proposition offered. Resolving range anxiety with industry-leading charging time will lead to more uptime for last-mile logistics customers as well as entrepreneurs, adding more firepower to their business.” More

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      2022 Mahindra KUV100 EV Spied – Upcoming Tata Punch Electric Rival

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      Mahindra eKUV100 Spied – Rival To Upcoming Tata Punch Electric
      When launched, Mahindra eKUV100 could be offered as the most affordable electric car in the Indian market, possibly priced below Rs 9 lakh (ex-showroom)
      Mahindra is planning to ramp up the electric mobility space by launching a host of new electric cars in India. Some of them were showcased at the last edition of AutoExpo held in 2020. The most promising of those was a concept prototype of eKUV100, the fully electric version of KUV100 micro UV.
      There have been a lot of conjectures regarding the launch of the electric crossover as the project has faced multiple delays primarily due to the Covid-19 pandemic. However, it seems the project is back on track as a test mule of the electric KUV100 has been spotted on roads once again, this time in an undisguised avatar.
      2022 Mahindra KUV100 EV – Exterior Styling
      It is the second time that the upcoming electric crossover has been spotted in its production-spec form without any camouflage. The latest spy shots are credited to Chaitanya Pise which have been uploaded on Facebook group Rushlane Spylane.
      The spy pics make it clear that overall design of eKUV100 is almost identical to its IC engine-powered counterpart. However, there are subtle variations in styling which provide the electric crossover a distinct appeal.
      Mahindra eKUV100 Spied
      The most prominent of those is a closed-off front grille for improved aerodynamics with small arrow-shaped inserts, some of them painted in blue. Charging ports are installed on both the front fenders- one exclusively for standard AC charging and one for both AC and DC fast charging.
      While headlights remain the same as the ones on its fossil-fueled sibling, taillight clusters have been completely redesigned. Further, blue accents have also been carried forward to the headlights as well as taillights. The chrome trim on the tailgate portrays a quirky ‘+’ and ‘-’ sign which further differentiates it from the current KUV100. Additionally, alloy wheels are also expected to flaunt a different design with blue inserts.
      Expected Powertrain Specs
      Powering eKUV100 is a 40kW electric motor that draws energy from a 15.9kWh battery pack. This powertrain returns a peak output of 40 bhp and 120 Nm of torque while a range of around 140km can be expected on a single charge. These figures aren’t the greatest but were mentioned alongside the pre-production concept at AutoExpo 2020.
      Mahindra KUV100 Electric Spied
      On using a regular AC charger, the battery pack takes 5 hours and 45 minutes to get fully charged (on the front right fender flap). Using the DC fast charger, the battery gets replenished from 0 to 80 percent in just 55 minutes (on the front left fender flap). Upon its launch, eKUV100 will be positioned as an entry-level electric undercutting Tata Nexon EV and Tigor EV. It could be a direct rival to the upcoming Tata Punch electric. More

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      BYD Electric MPV India Launch Price Rs 29.6 L – Up To 520 Kms Range

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      BYD Electric MPV IndiaChinese electric car maker, BYD has made an official entry in the Indian passenger car space by launching an all electric MPV
      BYD e6 happens to be an electric MPV which it has launched for the B2B market and has kept its pricing at INR 29.6 lakhs, ex-showroom. The e6 is powered by a 71.7 kWh Blade battery which can provide a WLTC (city) range of 520 km and a WLTC (combined) range of 415 km, per charge.
      These numbers are truly astronomical when compared to the EVs which are currently on offer in India. The e6 dishes out power via a 70 kWh electric motor which can churn out 180 Nm and help the MPV to reach a top speed of 130 km/h.
      BYD Electric MPV India
      New BYD Electric MPV supports both AC and DC fast charging. The DC fast charging charges up the battery from 30% to 80% in just 35 minutes. BYD claims that its Blade Battery is extremely reliable and safe. It has passed extreme test conditions like, nail penetration test, heating in a furnace to 300 degrees Celsius, overcharging by 260%, crushing, bending etc. The MPV also gets regenerative braking, and its systems allows it to start regenerating energy from as low as 2km/h.
      The all New e6 happens to be a feature loaded product. It gets LED DRLs, LED tail lamps, leather seats, 6-way adjustable driver and front passenger seats, 10.1 inch rotatable touchscreen infotainment system, a CN95 Air filtration system, rear-view camera, speed sensing auto locking and much more.
      BYD Electric MPV India
      BYD Electric MPV – Pricing and Warranty
      The All-New e6 will be available in select cities including Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Chennai, Kochi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Vijayawada. The Ex-showroom price with the 7kW charger stands at INR 29.6 L and without the charger, the MPV can be purchased at INR 29.15L. As of now, BYD India is working upon strengthening its dealer network in these cities.
      BYD is also offering a vehicle warranty of 3 years/1.25L kms (whichever is earlier), battery cell warranty of 8 years.5L kms (whichever is earlier) and a traction motor warranty of 8 years/1.5L kms (whichever is earlier).
      As of now, there is no direct rival to the BYD e6 in the Indian market. There is no all electric MPV which is currently on sale. In the B2B electric market, it is majorly Tata Motors which dominates with its range of electric vehicles. The lack of any similar sized MPV in Tata’s stable, removes possibility of a potential launch of any EV version of its existing model in the foreseeable future.
      BYD Electric MPV India
      Speaking on the launch of the new model, Mr. Shrirang Joshi, the Sales Head of Electric Passenger Vehicle of BYD India Private Limited said that “We are extremely happy to finally bring our globally tested All-New e6 to the Indian market. Focusing on safety, reliability, interior space as well as economic viability, we feel that the All-New e6 will be a hit in the Indian B2B market. We have also focused on improving the driving experience with some of the best-in-class features both in terms of driving comfort and interior features. The total cost of ownership will tremendously benefit our customers and the segment, overall. Thrilled to be a part of India’s EV revolution, we will roll out more product ranges in the future.”
      Mr. Ketsu Zhang, the Executive Director of BYD India Private Limited, added, “We are delighted to launch the All-New e6 to achieve India’s Electric Revolution goals with our premium green technology. We believe this could be a perfect and a strategically time for BYD India to surge in key markets across India. We strive to surpass local customer’s expectations, and I’m confident that the All-New e6 and more product portfolio in the future will certainly achieve this.”
      About BYD
      In case you haven’t heard about BYD in the past, BYD stands for (Build Your Dreams) and is a China based multinational high-tech company which is present in sectors related to mobility. It was founded in 1995 and also had received substantial financial backing from Warren Buffet. The Indian arm of the organization was established in March’07 and currently has 2 factories and a HQ in New Delhi. BYD electric buses are already part of many state’s public transport fleet. BYD had also launched an electric minivan back in 2019 in India. More

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      OnePlus Electric Cycles, Scooters, Autonomous Cars – Trademarked In India

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      Image for referenceThe application filed by OnePlus mentions the name ‘Oneplus life’ which could be the name for their upcoming brand for automotive products in India
      The electric vehicle (EV) revolution has opened doors for industries worldwide. Various brands from different fields of business either have ventured or are looking to venture into the electric mobility space in the near future. The most recent example is smartphone brand Realme which has filled trademarks in the automotive category in India.
      Following the footsteps of Realme, another Chinese technology giant is planning to enter the automotive industry. One of the most popular and sought-after premium smartphone brands across the globe, OnePlus, has filed trademarks in the automotive category in India. Interestingly, both Chinese brands Realme and OnePlus have the same parent company – BBK Electronics.
      OnePlus Warp Car
      That said, OnePlus has been looking to dive into the automotive world and development work has been carried out for a long time now. Back in 2019, the company teased an electric supercar named Warp Car on its website. As it was shared on 1st April, most of us brushed it aside as a prank by the smartphone giant. But what if it was not a joke and OnePlus has been readying a car.
      Their car features some mind-boggling specifications. The most interesting feature of the Warp Car is that it doesn’t get a steering wheel and instead it could be manoeuvred using a smartphone.
      Oneplus registers itself in the automotive category in India. Image credit Gadgetsdata
      The company says the electric car can be steered by using swipe gestures similar to the ones used on a OnePlus smartphone. The gestures are fairly simple- swipe left to turn left, swipe right to turn right, swipe up to go forward, and swipe down to reverse.
      The Warp Car has been integrated with 6T-K Technology which should mean that one could operate and control the vehicle using at least a OnePlus 6T phone. While powertrain specs haven’t been revealed, OnePlus claims an exuberant performance of 0-60mph in just 3.0 seconds. It also claims an impressive range of 290 miles (approx. 467km) on a single charge.
      Further, on charging the car for 20 minutes the car could be prepped up for nearly 270 miles (approx. 435km). Inside, the Warp Car would be laced with a modern cabin and a driver-focused cockpit with tinted carbon fiber accents and Morandi Gray leather trim. Although details at the moment are very sparse and it isn’t very clear if OnePlus is actually taking this project seriously.
      Electric Two-wheeler for OnePlus in India
      In India, however, we believe that OnePlus would look to enter the EV space with a two-wheeler which will be a safer bet than an autonomous supercar with autonomous technology. Again details are too thin to make accurate speculations and there haven’t been any official words from the Chinese brand.
      Other than OnePlus and Realme, technology giants such as Apple and Sony are developing their respective electric autonomous cars. However, feasibility of such models in the real world has always been questioned. More

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      Maruti Electric Car Launch Not Before 2025 – Focus On CNG, Flex Fuel Engines

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      Maruti 800 Next Gen Render by Rajshekhar DassMaruti Suzuki will concentrate on vehicles running on alternative fuels such as CNG and ethanol rather than pure EVs
      India’s largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki, is not ready to dive into the electric mobility space yet. This was confirmed by Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. (MSIL) Chairman, RC Bhargava while addressing a virtual conference on the company’s second-quarter earnings.
      Bhargava revealed that an exact timeline for launch of the carmaker’s first electric car will be decided by parent company Suzuki Motor in Japan. It was further notified that this will happen only after 2025 as demand for such vehicles is less at the moment. The company intends to sell at least 10,000 units of electric vehicles (EVs) a month whenever it enters the electric mobility space.
      It was also revealed that under the current circumstances a lot of things in the EV ecosystem such as batteries, charging infrastructure and electric supply are done by other parties and therefore the costing is not in the hands of the manufacturer. As of now, Tata Motors is the leading OEM of EVs in the passenger vehicle segment which sold over 2,000 units in the second quarter of FY2022.
      Maruti Electric Car Launch 2025
      For Maruti to venture into the EV space, it wishes to sell at least 100,000 units per year which translates to over 8,000 units per month on average. The carmaker further stated that launching an EV would depend on current market conditions which makes it difficult to predict the pricing of electric vehicles, batteries and how infrastructure is built up.
      Maruti Omni Next Gen – Render by Shashank Shekhar
      Maruti had started testing a fully electric version of WagonR in 2019 with a vision to launch it by 2020. However, things fell apart as the company decided against a commercial launch for personal usage citing a lack of infrastructure and government support. Recently, the government has introduced several production-linked incentives (PLI) for EVs which would encourage OEMs to manufacture EVs.
      This makes it clear that Maruti isn’t looking to gain the first mover’s advantage in the EV space and instead is waiting for consumer demand for EVs to rise. While EVs only make up a fraction of total automobile sales in India, the space has witnessed substantial growth in recent months, thanks to the revised FAME II policies and incentives by various state governments.
      Other Power Options
      With soaring fuel prices in recent months, automakers have shifted their focus towards alternate fuels, the most common of them all being CNG. Subsequently, demand for CNG vehicles has increased in recent times and Maruti aims to offer a CNG option for its models sold under Arena chain of dealerships. The company revealed that out of over 2 lakh current pending orders, majority are for CNG models.
      Government of India is also pushing towards flex-fuel engines which could run on multiple fuels like ethanol. The company revealed that it is working towards development of such vehicles for the future. Recently, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said the government would make flex-fuel engines mandatory for all manufacturers, once it gets permission from Supreme Court. More

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      Euler Electric Three Wheeler HiLoad EV Launch Price Rs 3.5 L – 151 Kms Range

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      Euler Electric Three WheelerHiLoad EV is better than competition in several ways including best-in-class load carrying capacity of 688 kg
      With continuous improvements in technology, EVs are getting better with every passing day. The trend can be seen across the industry including electric two-wheelers, cars and commercial vehicles. In commercial space, the electric three-wheeler cargo segment has received a major boost with the launch of Euler Motors HiLoad EV. With higher load carrying capacity, best-in-class range and various other benefits, HiLoad EV can emerge as the preferred choice for e-commerce and 3PL businesses.
      Euler Electric Three Wheeler HiLoad EV – segment-first features
      In cargo segment, one of the important factors is load carrying capacity. Operators usually prefer vehicles with higher load capacity, as it allows them to earn more per trip. HiLoad suits such requirements, as it can carry 688 kg load. In comparison, the industry standard is 550 kg for electric three-wheelers and 520 kg for ICE-based cargo three-wheelers.
      Another key benefit of HiLoad is that it has highest certified range of 151 km on a single charge. This ensures that users can spend more time earning and less on charging their vehicle. Range anxiety is further reduced with easy availability of charging points.
      In Delhi-NCR, Euler Motors operates more than 200 charging stations. HiLoad is offered with fast charging, allowing users to load 50 km in just 15 minutes. In worst case scenarios also, users can get quick help with Euler’s Charge on Wheels mobile service station.
      Saurav Kumar, Founder and CEO, Euler Motors with the new Euler Electric Three Wheeler
      Euler HiLoad EV is equipped with 12.4 KWh battery, which ensures higher range and improved battery life. In comparison, industry standard for this segment is battery capacity of 8 KWh. HiLoad EV is better equipped to function in varied environments. It has best-in-class gradeability of 21%, as compared to industry standard of 15% for this segment.
      Users can be assured about long-term use, as HiLoad EV offers best-in-class 3 years/ 80k km standard warranty and 3+2 years battery performance warranty. The latter is the first of its kind warranty to be offered for an electric cargo three-wheeler in the country.
      HiLoad EV specs
      HiLoad EV utilizes an advanced battery system comprising a thermal management system and liquid cooling technology. It ensures that the vehicle can continue to work without any issues even during extreme weather conditions. The battery can achieve a full charge in around 4-5 hours.
      Euler Electric Three Wheeler Specs
      HiLoad’s motor produces 10.96 kW of peak power and torque range of 88.55 Nm. The vehicle utilizes 200mm front disc brakes, a first in India. Other key features include projector headlamps, regenerative braking, battery monitoring and software assistance for fleet tracking.
      Euler has plans to sell around 5k units of HiLoad EV by FY23. After Delhi, the company will be expanding its footprint to other cities such as Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Pune and Hyderabad. Euler has already completed successful pilot projects with companies like Flipkart, BigBasket, and Udaan.
      Bookings for HiLoad EV are currently open across the country. It is being offered at a starting price of Rs 3.50 lakh. Deliveries are expected to commence in the next 6-8 months. More

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      New Tata Electric SUVs, Cars In the Making – Rs 15,000 Cr Investment

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      New Tata Sedan Render For ReferenceUnder the new EV subsidiary, Tata Motors will launch new electric cars with larger batteries which will be rolled out from the company’s existing facilities
      Tata Motors recently made a big move towards cleaner mobility solutions as it announced the creation of a new EV subsidiary. The carmaker has entered into a partnership with investment firm TPG Rise Climate which will invest around Rs 7,500 crore for about 11 percent to 15 percent stake in the new company.
      This translates to an equity valuation of USD 9.1 billion. The new EV vertical from Tata will create future intellectual property rights for zero-emission vehicles. This means the company will design and own future electric vehicle IPs while manufacturing operations will be taken care of by Tata Motors.
      In addition to the above, Tata Motors will be investing another Rs 15,000 crores to launch new electric vehicles. Tata Motors is expecting green vehicles to generate 20% of their total sales in the next 4-5 years.
      Tata Motors currently has only two electric cars on offer, Nexon EV and Tigor EV. These have monthly demand of about 3,000 units per month. But Tata is only able to manufacture 1,000 units per month. The new investments will not only help to boost production of existing EVs, but will also help launch new EVs.
      Tata Nexon EV Dark Edition. Image – Car Duniya
      New EV Subsidiary
      Temporarily titled EVCo, the new firm won’t have any manufacturing facilities of its own and instead will depend on its parent company to roll out new electric vehicles. Manufacturing capacities of Tata Motors will be available “on a “tolling basis” to the EV firm. Further, it has been revealed that the new EV brand will have access to the passenger vehicle capacities of Tata Motors which already exists.
      For utilising the PV facility of Tata, the new EV company will pay a fee to its parent company’s PV division. Tata Motors is currently the highest-selling EV manufacturer in the passenger vehicle segment in the country. It currently offers two electric cars- Nexon EV and Tigor EV. Both models will continue to be produced from their existing locations. The final brand name for EVCo will be finalised in the coming months.
      New Tata Electric SUVs to be based on existing platforms
      The homegrown manufacturer is not looking to develop EVs based on new born-electric platforms and instead is focusing on developing new EVs on existing platforms like ALFA (Altroz, Punch) and OMEGA (Harrier, Safari). The current EV lineup of Tata- Nexon EV and Tigor EV is underpinned by the Ziptron powertrain technology which is likely to feature in the upcoming EVs as well.
      No Hybrids, Only Pure EVs
      Tata Motors has also revealed that it plans to have ten electric vehicles in the next five years and all of them will be pure electric. The company has also ruled out hybrids as they do not help manufacturers meet CAFE norms. Moreover, the Government of India doesn’t consider hybrids as EVs and hence they are not liable to any tax benefits introduced as per FAME II regulations.
      Therefore, it is clear that future PV lineup for Tata Motors will comprise petrol, diesel, electric and CNG models. The upcoming range of EVs is expected to offer multiple body styles, motor specifications and range capacities catering to different segments. The carmaker will also be developing a widespread charging network across the country in partnership with sister company Tata Power.
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      Mini Cooper Electric India Launch Soon – Officially Teased

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      New Mini Cooper ElectricMINI Cooper electric will go up against other luxury EVs such as the upcoming Volvo XC40 Recharge
      MINI has teased MINI Electric on its social media handles indicating its launch in India soon. The fully electrified derivative of the hot hatch made its global debut last year and is based on MINI Cooper. Hence, it is often referred to as Cooper Electric. MINI Electric was first unveiled in India in February 2021 and was expected to go on sale by March.
      However, with the second wave of the Covid-19 pandemic kicking in, its launch had to be put on hold. The BMW-backed performance car brand will finally be bringing this emission-free version of the hot hatch to India. That said, the company hasn’t revealed an exact launch timeline yet.
      Mini Cooper Electric – Exterior Design
      Starting with its design, MINI Electric appears to be an exact replica of MINI Cooper although there are some small noticeable variations. The most prominent of those is a faux front grille which instead of letting in fresh air for the radiator, enhances the car’s aerodynamic qualities. It also comes with many new paint schemes such as Rooftop Grey, Island Blue which lend the battery-powered car a distinct identity.
      Some of these paint schemes are furnished with a striking yellow accent bar and MINI Electric badge to give the hatch a fresh character. MINI, however, has retained the iconic round headlights with integrated circular LED DRLs.
      New Mini Cooper Electric – Teased
      The electric hot hatch also receives a new 17-inch corona spoke dual-tone alloy wheel design with yellow-coloured rims which look funky. The pillars have been blackened on all colour trims which gives the car a nice contrast.
      Mini Cooper Electric Specs
      Powering MINI Electric is an electric motor that draws energy from a 32.6 kWh battery pack mounted under the floor, between the front seats and under the back seats. Positioning of the battery pack provides the all-electric MINI an extra-low center of gravity which allows better handling and more fun around corners. The battery returns a claimed range of 203 to 234 kilometers on a single charge as per the WLTP cycle.
      As for performance, the fully electric powertrain pumps out 184 bhp and 270 Nm of peak torque. It can attain a top speed of almost 150 kmph while 0-100 kmph acceleration is claimed at 7.3 seconds. Like its IC engine counterpart, this one comes as an FWD with a single motor mounted on the front axle.
      Features on offer
      Like most MINIs, the all-electric Cooper gets tons of gizmos to lighten up one’s in-car experience. These include adaptive LED headlights with a matrix function for high beam, heated steering wheel, a Harman Kardon music system, Head-Up Display, wireless phone charging and more. The dashboard also flaunts a touchscreen display at the centre along with a 5.5-inch oval-shaped digital instrument console.
      The display offer a wide range of Connected car features and Concierge Services. These include remote car locking/unlocking and pre-conditioning of interior from one’s smartphone and more. In India, it is most likely to be offered as a Completely Built Unit (CBU). More