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      Upcoming Mahindra XUV300 Electric To Take On Tata Nexon EV Max

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      Mahindra might name the upcoming electric SUV, XUV400 instead of Electric XUV300 as it will be a larger vehicleMahindra Funster Electric Concept. Image for reference.Mahindra was the first mainstream Indian manufacturer to venture into electric mobility for the masses. They acquired Reva, an electric car manufacturer, and launched the E2O, E2O Plus and E Verito in the Indian market. Mahindra was going to be a shining example with a very early start it had with electric vehicles. But the plan didn’t materialize as Mahindra expected.E2O and E2O Plus looked polarizing, had underwhelming performance and had questionable safety and integrity. E Verito on the other hand was too inferior as a product for the price it commanded. Despite the headstart, Mahindra didn’t become the mass-market EV leader that it hoped for. Instead, that title is held by Tata Motors, deservingly so. Tata Motors based their EVs on already popular and desirable cars like Tigor and Nexon unlike Mahindra with Verito and Reva cars.Mahindra XUV300 ElectricMahindra wants to get back in the EV game and XUV300 Electric will be its first product of the eight passenger EVs it plans to launch by 2027. The company is also considering a partnership with Volkswagen as the German automaker has a successful EV portfolio.Mahindra recently revealed that their first EV will be launched in the first quarter of 2023 and it will be around 4.2 metres in length. We expect the product to be unveiled by the end of 2022. Mahindra might name its first electric XUV400 instead of Electric XUV300. This shift in naming scheme might be due to the fact that the upcoming electric SUV will share its dimensions with SsangYong Tivoli instead of XUV300.2023 Mahindra XUV300 Electric aka XUV400 EV SpiedSsangYong is a South Korean automobile manufacturer that is a subsidiary of Mahindra & Mahindra. Tivoli is a compact MPV by SsangYong that measures a little over 4.2 metres in length. XUV300 SUV in India, is a chopped-up Tivoli with more ground clearance. Mahindra intends to retain Tivoli’s dimensions on their upcoming electric SUV and as it is bigger than XUV300, XUV400 name makes sense.With larger dimensions, XUV300 Electric will have a proportionate design and a decent boot capacity, unlike XUV300. Mahindra has also stated that XUV300 Electric will source high energy-dense NMC cells from LG Chem. NMC cells are superior to the cylindrical LFP cells found on Nexon EV and EV Max. With this move, XUV300 Electric might be more powerful and have a longer range than Tata’s EVs.Launch and CompetitionMahindra has officially announced that the electric version of XUV300 will be launched around first quarter of 2023. Even though the car was showcased at 2020 Auto Expo, supply scarcity for battery cells and other EV components specifically designed for XUV300 Electric has delayed plans. The uncalled Covid crisis is another factor for the delay.As EVs in India aren’t taxed as much, Mahindra isn’t bothering to trim down the Tivoli to fit sub 4-metre constraints. With the bigger size, it will be larger than Nexon EV and Nexon EV Max. It will be more comparable to MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona which are similarly sized. We can expect the upcoming Mahindra electric SUV to be priced in similar range as Nexon EV Max. If Mahindra delivers a good product with more range than the Nexon EV Max, it will be a very compelling product for the Indian EV market. More

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      Electric Scooters, CNG Cars At Zero Regn, Taxes – In W Bengal

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      West Bengal announces exemption of registration fees, Motor Vehicle tax and additional taxes for EVs and CNG vehicles from April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2024Image for referenceBetween ex-sh price and on road price, lies a convoluted path burdened by taxes and additional costs. All borne by the buyer. Such additional charges are being waived to some degree by various states. This aligns with government policy that outlines a positive shift to personal EVs by the end of the decade.West Bengal is the latest state to join this dialogue. An announcement made points to exemption of registration fees, MV and additional taxes. This is applicable to all CNG vehicles, and e2Ws and electric cars. Any new electric scooter, electric motorcycle, electric car, electric two wheeler, electric rickshaw, electric three wheeler or CNG vehicle purchased in the period from April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2024 – will not have to pay any taxes.On Road Prices ReducedA waiver of this nature translates to decreased on road price for a wide variety of sustainable energy vehicles. Vehicles already registered in this fiscal, the financial incentive is being issued as an extension of tax validity equating to the exact number of days for which tax has been paid. The move incentivizes investments in battery operated electric vehicles. In the long run, a large-scale shift would eventually reduce dependency on petrol/diesel. And is part of the budget announcement spanning FY23 and FY24.Where a transition to EVs is concerned, there is a segment that powered through despite its unorganised nature in West Bengal. The electric rickshaw has been serving suburbs and despite initial resistance from unions and government, the Toto refused to slow down, and silently powered through. However, that’s pretty much where the state’s EV commitment has remained in recent years.New Tata Nexon EV MaxCar ownership in West BengalThe state has multiple other unique transport patterns. For one, it has a dependable Metro network. The public commute bus service runs across distances. Trains carry large populaces from the suburbs to the capital. Even its ageing yellow and black taxis operate efficiently. And this is easily supported by the state’s dependence on passenger cars. Reliance on cycles is high. The National Family Health Survey – 5 (2019-21) also points to two-wheeler ownership at 28.5 percent. Car ownership in the state is as low as 2.8 percent. So, for a state that respectfully values its wide-ranging public transport system, are citizens going to make a transition sheerly based on a waiver? This can only be answered in 2024.Electric vehicles in West BengalFor now, as with many new developments, New Town is the pilot city for new initiatives, including those aligned to electric vehicles. The capital is no stranger to electric transport. Back in 1902, Kolkata introduced its first tram line, a sheer electric transport brilliance. 120 years later, only two lines still operate to support nostalgia over profitability. So, while a waiver on new electric vehicle purchases is the way to go, maybe introducing subsidies on electric tram fares could be considered, phase by phase.It would get a large population that depends on public transport to support electric network seamlessly. As it stands, the city took apart an opined to be space occupying network that was truly pollution free transpiration, one cobblestone after another, one tramcar after another. Not to mention poor management and maintenance. De-reservation of tram tracks dealt a two prong blow. Everyone could use them making them good ole tramcars even slower. And commuter safety became a concern cause getting on and off a tram in city traffic became deliberately difficult.As of January 2021, West Bengal Transport Department reported 35,999 e-Rickshaws, 1,240 e2Ws. There were 93 electric cars and 93 electric buses. 24 electric trucks made it to the low EV count. At the time, there were less that 6k petrol hybrid cars, and less than 4.3k diesel hybrid cars. But because electric is the next big thing, EV purchases are being supported. This in a city that has shown no real interest in buying cars. More

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      Tata Electric Cars Waiting Period – Nexon EV, MAX, Tigor EV, XpresT

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      Tata Motors is the leading electric car manufacturer of India – Waiting period is up to 4 monthsTata Nexon ElectricTata Motors is one company that delivers on their vision. Under the able Ratan Tata, Tata Motors has achieved a lot of difficult feats in India. Tata launched the Indica in 1998 which was the first indigenously developed car in India. A car so good, it revolutionized Indian automotive history.Ratan Tata’s vision was brought to life in the form of the Tata Nano in 2008 which was the cheapest production car in the world. Tata Nexon has its fair share in Tata Motor’s legacy as it was the first Indian vehicle to score 5-stars in Global NCAP’s crash tests. Now, Tata Motors seems to have achieved a legacy feat when it comes to electric mobility with the Nexon EV and Nexon EV Max.Tata Electric Car Waiting PeriodMahindra tried to capture the EV market in India with polarizing products like E2o, E2o Plus and the eVerito which failed. Tata Motors began its EV journey with the Tigor EV catering to Government tenders and fleet owners. Then it launched the Nexon EV with decent performance and range and was an overall well-rounded product. It was so good, that it soon became the best-selling electric car in the country. Making Tata Motors, the largest selling EV manufacturer in India.Today, Tata Motors has on sale 4 electric cars. These are Nexon EV, Nexon EV Max, Tigor EV and XpresT. The first three are for the passenger market, while the latter is for the commercial segment only. Depending on the variant and city, the waiting period extends up to 4 months.Tata Electric Car waiting period. Hat tip – Motor Arena India.Tata Nexon EV MaxNexon EV sells in good numbers and has very high demand from Indian customers. Tata Motors recently launched the Nexon EV Max with a bigger 40.5 kWh battery, better performance, better features and most importantly, a better range of 437 km on a single charge. It costs around Rs. 1.5 lakh to 2.0 lakh (ex-sh) over the standard Nexon EV.In just 6 days from the launch of the Nexon EV Max, it has garnered a lot of bookings which has driven the waiting period of the Nexon EV Max to 4 months. Demand for the standard Nexon EV is also high. We have seen absurd waiting periods for internal combustion engine-powered vehicles of up to 20 months. Garnering this type of demand in EVs in a developing country like India with poor charging infrastructure is remarkable.Price and LaunchTata Nexon EV is priced between Rs. 14.7 lakh (ex-sh) for the XM variant and Rs. 17.4 lakh (ex-sh) for XZ Plus Lux Dark Edition. Whereas the Nexon EV Max is priced between Rs. 17.74 lakh (ex-sh) for the XZ Plus 3.3 kW charger and Rs. 19.24 lakh for XZ Plus Lux 7.2 kW charger.While the Nexon EV still poses as the better choice for users with less highway use, The Nexon EV Max appeals to the users with occasional or daily highway use. Tata Motors is expected to start deliveries of the Nexon EV Max in the month of June. With Nexon EV and Nexon EV Max, Tata has established itself as a mainstream EV manufacturer for the masses. More

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      BMW i4 Electric Sedan India Launch Price Rs 70 L – Range 590 Kms

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      BMW Group launched their third electric car today in India – It is the i4 sedan, which comes with longest rangeBMW i4 India LaunchAfter having successfully launched two new electric vehicles (EVs) in India earlier this year with iX and Mini Cooper Electric, BMW Group launched their third fully electric offering in the form of i4. The i4 is the first electric sedan from BMW which made its global debut in June last year. It is priced from Rs 69.9 lakhs ex-sh, and comes in a single variant of BMW i4 eDrive40 Sport.BMW i4 Unveiled: Exterior HighlightsBased on the same platform as the current 4-Series Gran Coupe, i4 is a fully electric derivative of the 4-door Coupe sedan. Overall design and proportions of i4 remain similar to its IC engine-powered sibling barring subtle variations. It borrows most of the latter’s design elements including the signature tall kidney grille up front.The only difference is that in i4, the grille is sealed off and with a textured panel. Apart from this, highlights like reprofiled front and rear bumpers, 20-inch M light-alloy wheels for smoother aerodynamics, door handles integrated into the recess and blue accents provide a distinct identity to the electric sedan. At rear, it features Wrap-around taillamps and a shark-fin antenna.Few other notable exterior highlights borrowed from 4-series Gran Coupe include narrow projector LED headlights integrated with dual LED DRLs, a muscular bonnet, a sloping roofline, frameless doors and a sharp shoulder line along its side profile.BMW i4 InteriorsInterior Highlights & FeaturesSimilarities between i4 and 4-Series Gran Coupe continue inside the cabin as well where one is greeted with a sleek, minimalistic dashboard with all of BMW’s up-to-date technologies. The dashboard is dominated by a twin-screen setup with a curved display comprising a 14.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 12.3-inch digital driver’s display. The infotainment unit is laced with BMW’s latest i-Drive 8 user interface.The new operating system comes with a wide range of digital and customisation capabilities that may be accessed by touch or voice commands. The center console gets a carbon fiber treatment along with blue accents on the gear shifter. Ambient lighting on dash and door trims enhances the in-cabin experience of occupants. Other prominent creature comforts include a glass roof and ventilated seats.Powertrain Specs & PerformanceBMW offers two variants of i4 globally including eDrive40 and M50. The former is offered with a single motor, rear-wheel-drive setup while the latter is available with a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive configuration. Both variants feature an 83.9 kWh battery pack. The standard i4 eDrive receives an output of 335 bhp and 430 Nm of peak torque and returns a range of 590km on a single charge.BMW i4 SpecsOn the other hand, i4 M50 receives a mammoth 537 bhp and 795 Nm of peak torque. It returns a minimum range of 521 km on a single charge as per WLTP cycle. Performance on both variants is more than impressive, with eDrive40 doing a 0-100 kmph acceleration run in 5.7 seconds while M50 takes a meagre 3.9 seconds to achieve the same. More

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      Kia EV6 Electric Scores 5 Star Safety Rating – ANCAP Crash Test

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      Bookings of the new Kia EV6 will open on 26th May 2022 in India – While launch date is set for 2nd JuneKia EV6 Crash TestKia India is set to open its order books for the new EV6 sporty electric crossover on May 26, 2022. The EV6 was unveiled last year and is the first exclusive electric offering from Kia in India. To be launched in India as a CBU, the new Kia EV6 has now been crash tested by ANCAP.Kia EV6 Safety Rating – ANCAPKia EV6 has managed to score a full 5 star safety rating, scoring 34.48 points out of 38 available for adult safety. For child safety, it has scored 42.96 points out of 49. Road user protection was rated at 64% while safety assist features were rated at 88%.Speaking about the crash test performance of the new Kia EV6, ANCAP stated, “The passenger compartment of the Kia EV6 remained stable in the frontal offset (MPDB) test. Dummy readings for the driver indicated MARGINAL protection for the driver’s chest and lower legs. Dummy readings for the front passenger indicated ADEQUATE protection of the lower legs. Protection was GOOD for all other critical body regions for both the driver and front passenger.In the full width frontal test, protection of the driver dummy was GOOD for all critical body areas. Protection was ADEQUATE for the chest of the rear passenger. GOOD protection was offered to all other critical body regions for both the driver and rear passenger. Take a look at the Kia EV6 crash test video below.[embedded content][embedded content]In global markets, Kia EV6 is available in five trims. These include Light (RWD): 58.0 kWh battery with 167 HP, Wind (RWD): 77.4 kWh battery with 225 HP, Wind (e-AWD): 77.4 kWh battery with 320 HP, GT-Line (RWD): 77.4 kWh battery with 225 HP and GT-Line (e-AWD): 77.4 kWh battery with 320 HP.‘Opposites United’ Design PhilosophyKia EV6 is positioned on a dedicated EV platform E-GMP. It will boast of styling showcasing the new ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy of the brand. It gets a Kia’s signature tiger face along with a sporty roofline, muscular wheel arches and increased ground clearance. Its V shaped DRLs are incorporated into the LED headlamps while features also include a full length rear light bar and a distinctive roof spoiler. The EV6 rides on 19 inch alloy wheels finished in a dark grey and black colour scheme.Being positioned in a premium segment, the Kia EV6 will see an updated cabin with a host of driver and passenger comfort, convenience and safety features. It will receive a 12.3 inch dual screen curved display unit, a floating central console with wireless charging facilities, rotary dial for drive mode selection and a new steering wheel design. Features will also include floor mats, door pockets made of recycled plastic and upholstery in an option of vegan leather.Kia EV6 Crash TestKia EV6 Twin Battery Pack OptionsIn India, the Kia EV6 is set to receive a 77.4 kWh battery pack which will work along with an electric motor to offer 325 hp power and 605 Nm torque sending power to both axels. It claims a driving range of 510 kms on single charge as per the WLTP cycle. The Lithium-ion battery also gets a RWD configuration making 229 hp and 350 Nm torque with the smaller 58 kWh battery making 170 hp and 350 Nm torque in RWD and at 235 hp and 605 Nm on the AWD trim. The smaller battery claims a 373 km range. Kia EV6 will use an 800V charging system allowing fast charging from 10-80 percent in 18 minutes.Given the fact that Kia EV6 will not be built in India and will instead come in as a CBU, it is slated to attract hefty import duty. Hence a price ranging from Rs 40-60 lakh is what can be expected. It will rival the Volvo XC40 Recharge once launched while it will also share some common features with the Hyundai Ioniq 5. Following the launch of Kia EV6, the automaker also plans to launch many more electric cars. This is a part of Kia India plan to introduce 6 new electric vehicles in India by 2024. More

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      New Tata Avinya Electric SUV Production Spec Render – 6 Colours

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      Apart from changes related to engineering and practical limitations, Avinya production variant will be as close as recently unveiled conceptNew Tata Avinya Electric SUV – Production Spec RenderWhile Avinya has got everyone’s attention, not many thought it would actually reach the assembly line. It was the sheer flamboyance and radical design of the concept that prompted folks to think that way. To everyone’s surprise, Tata Motors has now confirmed that Avinya will in fact be launched by 2025. Of course, there’s tons of work that needs to be done.New Tata Avinya Electric SUVAvinya will be 4.3 meters long, but cabin space will be similar to that of a 4.6-4.7 meter SUV like Harrier. It would be made possible by the new electric skateboard architecture that allows for a longer wheelbase. The platform also has ample space for a large battery pack, which will boost the EV’s range. Similar to Nexon EV, Avinya will have a ground clearance of 200 mm.For practical purposes, features like suicide doors and 22-inch wheels are unlikely to make it to production stage. There could be other changes as well across exteriors and interiors. As Tata Motors is targeting the closest possible match with the concept model, it’s going to be a challenging task for the design team.According to Tata Motors’ Head of Global Design, Martin Ulharik, their team has been working on Avinya for the last 8 months. The focus has been both on the concept version as well as the production variant. As this is a highly ambitious project, time till 2025 is the least that’s needed to make Avinya roadworthy. Based on the concept, Pratyush Rout has created a render of production spec Tata Avinya electric SUV.New Tata Avinya Electric SUV – Production Spec RenderTata Avinya rangeTata Motors will be targeting a range of more than 500 km with the production variant of Avinya EV. The battery pack is likely to support ultra-fast charging, allowing users to add 500 km in just around 30 minutes.However, this will require a fast-charging hub and won’t be possible with the standard home socket. The numbers are closer to that of the Tesla Model S that can load up around 200 miles (~322 km) in 15 minutes using a supercharger.Among features that are expected to be the same as the concept, Avinya production model is likely to retain the new Tata logo. On the concept, it can be seen as a sporty LED element at both front and back.New Tata Avinya Electric SUV – Production Spec RenderBy the time Avinya hits the showrooms, Tata would have launched its Curvv coupe EV. It is expected to debut by 2024. With a range of around 500 km, Curvv EV will take on rivals like Hyundai Kona Electric and MG ZS EV.In the company’s line-up, Curvv mid-size SUV coupe will be positioned above Nexon. Curvv utilizes an entirely new versatile platform that can support both electric and IC engine powertrains. The EV version will debut first, followed by petrol and diesel models. ICE powered Curvv models will compete with rivals such as Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and upcoming Toyota/Maruti SUV. More

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      Electric Car Sales April 2022 – Tata Nexon EV, MG ZS, Hyundai Kona

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      Electric car sales in India increased 260 percent YoY boosted majorly by Tata MotorsTata Nexon ElectricIn the earlier report, we took a look at the electric two wheelers sales for April 2022. Here, let’s take a look at how the electric car industry of India performed last month. Total electric PV sales stood at 2,150 units in April 2022, up 260.13 percent over 597 units sold in April 2021. It was a MoM decline of 40.67 percent from 3,624 units sold in March 2022.Tata Motors commanded 83.81 percent of total electric passenger vehicle sales in India in April 2022. Sales stood at 1,802 units, up 320.05 percent YoY over 429 units sold in April 2021. Thus relating to a 1,373 unit volume growth. It was however, a 47.54 percent MoM decline from 3,435 units sold in March 2022 with volume de-growth at 1,633 units. Tata Motors commanded a 94.78 percent market share in March 2022 dipping to 83.81 percent in April 2022. Tata currently offers the Nexon EV, Tigor EV and Nexon EV Max.Electric Car Sales April 2022 – Tata Motors No. 1Keen to retain its No.1 position in this space, Tata Motors will launch many new electric cars in the future. Apart from electric versions of Punch and Altroz, they also have plans to launch all new EVs, a glimpse of which was given last month – in the form of two new electric car concepts – Curvv and Avinya in April 2022. Tata Curvv electric is slated for launch in 2024, while Avinya will come in later in 2025.MG Motor India was at No. 2, reporting a YoY and MoM sales growth. The company saw a 65.54 percent YoY growth in electric PV sales to 245 units, up from 148 units sold in April 2021. It was a 157.89 percent sales growth over 95 units sold in March 2022. MG has the ZS EV on sale currently, and has plans to launch a new electric car in the Rs 10 lakh range this year.Electric Car Sales April 2022 vs April 2021 (YoY) – FADAHyundai India electric car sales were up 130 percent YoY to 23 units, from 10 units sold in April 2021 while MoM sales improved 27.78 percent from 18 units sold in March 2022. As of now, Hyundai has the Kona EV on offer. They have plans to launch new Ioniq 5 later this year. It is part of the company’s plan to launch at least six new EVs by 2028.Mahindra sales in the electric four wheeler space increased 225 percent YoY to 13 units, up from 4 units sold in April 2021. It was however, a 27.78 percent MoM decline over 18 units sold in March 2022. Mahindra sells the eVerito in this space. They have plans to launch eKUV100 and eXUV300 in the coming months. BYD India (e6) has posted a 16.67 percent growth to 21 units in April 2022.Luxury Electric Car Sales April 2022BMW India topped the list for luxury car sales in the electric segment. It has the iX on offer, which is priced from Rs 1.15 crore. Sales were at 17 units in April 2022, as against 9 units in March 2022. Later this month, BMW will launch their next electric car – the i4.Electric Car Sales April 2022 vs March 2022 (MoM) – FADAMercedes Benz India electric car sales were at 10 units in April 2022, up 150 percent over 4 units sold in April 2021 and 66.67 percent growth from 6 units sold in March 2022. Mercedes has only the EQC (Rs 95 lakh) on offer in their EV range in India currently.Audi India electric car sales dipped 50 percent MoM to 8 units from 16 units sold in March 2022. Audi electric cars on sale include the etron and etron GT (Rs 1 cr onwards). Porsche India electric car sales improved by 33.33 percent MoM to 4 units in April 2022 over 3 units sold in March 2022. Porsche offers the Taycan EV (Rs 1.5 crore).Jaguar Land Rover sales increased 200 percent YoY and MoM from 1 unit sold in April 2021 and 1 unit sold in March 2022 to 3 units in the past month. Jaguar has the I-Pace on offer in the EV segment, priced from Rs 1.05 crore. There were other electric passenger vehicle makers in this space that have seen EV sales of 4 units in April 2022, up from 1 unit sold in April 2021 but down 20 percent from 4 units sold in March 2022. More

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      Ratan Tata Arrives At Taj Mumbai In Modified Nano Electric – Netizens In Awe

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      Retrofitted Nano electric used by Ratan Tata is just one of the many projects successfully executed by ElectraEV startupRatan Tata with his Nano ElectricWhile new and upcoming electric car launches continue to share the limelight, a lot of work is being done in the background to expedite the shift to an all-electric system. Working on a similar pathway is ElectraEV, one of the leading providers of electric powertrains, battery packs, chargers, retrofitted ICE cars and other related services. The startup was launched by Ratan Tata himself.In its original format, Tata Nano was equipped with a 624cc petrol motor. This has been replaced with a 72V powertrain that comprises a super polymer lithium-ion battery pack. It is estimated to have a range of 160 km on a full charge. Nano electric can achieve 0-60 kmph in around 10 seconds. Apart from the powertrain upgrade, there are no other major changes to the car.Tata Nano electricElectrified Tata Nano works as a good example to showcase the possibilities that exist in retrofitting space. There are millions of ICE-powered vehicles out there, which will continue to pollute the environment for years. Until of course an attempt is made to motivate users to get their vehicle retrofitted with electric powertrains.Retrofitting work done by ElectraEV is FAME compliant and ARAI and RTO certified. The company is currently focused on retrofitting services for the fleet segment. Other products and services offered by ElectraEV include vehicle control units, telematics, prototyping, homologation readiness and after sales services and diagnostics.Ratan Tata recently shared the reason why Nano was createdIts success can be gauged from the fact that 25% of all electric four wheelers sold in the country in FY20 came with an ElectraEV powertrain. The startup currently offers its electric powertrain and data analysis services across 25 cities.ElectraEV powertrain optionsElectraEV offers powertrain options in the range of 48V to 750V. Some examples include Tigor EV, which is equipped with a 72V architecture. The engineering team at ElectraEV had worked to increase Tigor EV range from 140 km to 213 km to comply with ARAI norms. Tata Ace has also undergone development work at ElectraEV before it was launched commercially in EV format. Tata Ace was fitted with a 96V powertrain by ElectraEV.The upper, larger-capacity range is for bigger vehicles like e-Bus. For such vehicles, ElectraEV utilizes a 650V architecture. With this electric powertrain, bus fleet operators can contribute to a greener environment. These electrified buses will be eligible for FAME 2 benefits. Ratan Tata arriving at Taj Hotel in Mumbai, in his modified Tata Nano electric.Ratan Tata arrives at Taj Mumbai in a Nano sitting in front seat with his driver. No security either. Exemplary simplicity personified. ??? pic.twitter.com/XAbyLLoCpt— Maya (@Sharanyashettyy) May 17, 2022Battery packs offered by ElectraEV come with advanced cooling system, making it suitable for the generally hot weather conditions in the country. These are IP67 rated for effective protection against water and dust. Other features include a dedicated battery management system and configurable BMS software. In terms of output, ElectraEV powertrains can deliver 5 kw (6.80 PS) to 180 kw (245 PS) of max power and 4 Nm to 4500 Nm of peak torque. More