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      3 Tata Electric Cars Launched In Mauritius – Tiago EV, Punch EV, Nexon EV

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      3 Tata Electric Cars Launched In MauritiusTata Motors is busy expanding its operations outside of India. We recently saw the company began operations in Sri Lanka with the launch of 7 ICE and electric vehicles. Now, Tata Motors has turned its gaze on island nation Mauritius, launching three electric cars and demonstrating their engineering and manufacturing prowess.
      Tata Motors Mauritius
      One of India’s leading SUV manufacturers, Tata Motors, has just expanded its operations to involve the island nation of Mauritius. Tata is also the maker of India’s best-selling car of any body style for the year 2024.
      Through a strategic partnership with Allied Motors, a leading automobile distributor in Mauritius, Tata.ev, a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Motors, is introducing three electric vehicles in the island nation situated in the Indian Ocean. As part of its lineup for Mauritius, Tata is offering Tiago EV, Punch EV and Nexon EV.
      Tata is offering Tiago EV, Punch EV and Nexon EV in Mauritius a standard warranty of 8 years or 1,60,000 km on battery and 7 years or 1,50,000 warranty on the vehicle. Also, Tata aims to make a great first impression in Mauritius market and it is offering the faster 7.2 kW home charging wall box charger for free.
      2025 Tata Tiago EV
      The lineup
      Tiago EV will be the most affordable vehicle in this trio and Tata seems to be offering the newer 2025 model with all bells and whistles. It packs a 24 kWh battery pack that promises a ‘near-real-world’ C75 rated range of up to 210 km on a single charge. Features include adjustable regen modes, drive modes, 10.25-inch infotainment screen, auto climate control, auto headlights and wipers and cruise control. DC fast charging ensures 10%-80% in 58 minutes.
      Tata Punch EV
      In the middle, we have Punch EV that packs a 35 kWh battery pack promising a range of up to 290 km on a single charge. This battery powers a 90 kW (121 bhp) electric motor. Inside, we get a 10.25-inch Harman infotainment screen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, auto-dimming IRVM, leatherette upholstery and other expected features from this class.
      Tata Nexon EV
      At the top, we have Tata’s Nexon EV. It is the most premium vehicle of this trio and comes equipped with larger 45 kWh battery pack with a C75 range of up to 375 km on a single charge. The motor is more powerful and it can accelerate to 100 km/h in just 8.9 seconds. Features include 8-speaker JBL system, sunroof, 360-degree camera and more. More

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      Xiaomi YU7 Electric SUV Teased By Company CEO – 681 Bhp, AWD

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      Xiaomi YU7 Electric SUV
      Renowned smartphone and consumer electronics manufacturer, Xiaomi, has just teased their second vehicle after SU7. Called YU7, this is their first attempt at SUV body style. The company CEO Lei Jun has teased Xiaomi YU7 and this is our first ever look at this upcoming electric SUV from Xiaomi.
      Xiaomi YU7 Electric SUV
      After creating a massive wave in the smartphone and consumer electronics industries, Xiaomi has turned its gaze on the automotive industry. The company’s maiden vehicle SU7 made quite a spectacle at launch and it even emerged as China’s safest car ever by scoring the highest ratings in C-NCAP.
      Xiaomi YU7
      Even though Xiaomi is young in the automotive industry, the company is trying to demonstrate that they mean business. What better way to demonstrate their engineering and manufacturing prowess than revealing their second vehicle after showcasing what they could with their first-ever vehicle.
      Xiaomi YU7 is a large electric SUV measuring 4,999 mm in length, 1,996 mm in width, 1,608 mm in height and it has a 3,000 mm long wheelbase. In terms of design, Xiaomi YU7 looks a lot like an SUV version of SU7, featuring a similar design language. Which is not a bad thing considering SU7 was a handsome machine.
      Xiaomi YU7 and SU7
      YU7 looks slightly bulbous and it packs a similar LED headlight setup with similar LED DRL signature. It features a curvaceous sheet metal work complemented by gloss black elements around the vehicle. Wheel arch cladding features an interesting design and the large alloy wheels look rather nice. Xiaomi will offer 26 wheel designs if this isn’t your jam.
      Powertrain Options
      There’s a roof mounted bulb where LiDAR and other sensors are housed, similar to SU7. In profile, Xiaomi YU7 looks strong, yet elegant and the blend between these two characters is done in a right way. Interiors of this vehicle are yet to be revealed and we expect it to have a lot of similarities with SU7.
      Xiaomi YU7
      Powering this vehicle are multiple battery pack options across the price range. Xiaomi is yet to reveal battery sizes. Performance metrics are out. Base variant will get a single 315 bhp electric motor on rear axle. Top variants will pack 295 bhp front motor and a 376 bhp rear motor for a total system output of around 681 bhp. Expected starting price is CNY 300K (approx Rs 34 lakh) and launch is likely to happen in June or July 2025.
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      Suzuki-Toyota Jointly Developed Electric Van Launch in 2025 – 200 Km Range

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      Suzuki e-Every Concept
      Introduction of the electric version of the ‘Every’ commercial van is part of Suzuki’s broad-based goal of achieving carbon neutrality
      As may be recalled, the Suzuki e-Every commercial electric kei van was unveiled for the first time as a prototype at the G7 Hiroshima Summit in 2023. It was planned for launch in the same year, but things appear to have gotten delayed. The project has now received the green signal, as Suzuki has officially confirmed the launch of e-Every electric commercial van in 2025. Let’s check out the details.
      Suzuki e-Every electric kei van – What to expect?
      Suzuki currently sells the petrol powered Every commercial van in its home market and select overseas markets such as Pakistan. It comes from the Suzuki Carry family, which had also spawned the Maruti Omni in India. However, both vans are quite different and not rebadged versions. Talking about the e-Every electric kei commercial van, the visual profile is largely the same as the ICE version. There are only some EV-specific changes such as the front-bumper-mounted charging port.
      Suzuki e-Every electric commercial van has a boxy profile with a large windscreen, flat front fascia, trapezoidal headlamps and prominent grille with vertical and horizontal slats. The van is built for practicality, featuring sliding doors in the second row. Dimensionally, the e-Every electric commercial van will be similar to the ICE version. The latter is 3,395 mm long and 1,475 mm wide. With a tall profile measuring 1,815 mm, the van ensures ample headroom for passengers. Suzuki Every van is also known for its spacious boot.
      Electric e-Every van will be relatively better equipped in comparison to its ICE counterpart. It can have more space and some premium features as well. More details are expected to be revealed in the coming weeks. While official specifications have not been revealed, it is possible that Suzuki e-Every electric van could offer a range of around 200 km. The electric motor is expected to produce around 64 PS. This is almost the same as that of the 660cc turbo unit available with petrol-powered Suzuki Every. The 660cc NA petrol unit generates 49 PS.
      Toyota, Daihatsu versions to launch in 2025 as well
      Suzuki Every has siblings, sold as Toyota Pixis and Daihatsu Hijet. These too will be getting the electrified versions. Electric versions of Suzuki Every, Toyota Pixis and Daihatsu Hijet are based on the Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA) platform. All three are essentially the same, with differences seen across only branding elements. Similar to the ICE versions that are manufactured by Daihatsu, the electric vans will also be manufactured by Daihatsu.
      The electric powertrain and linked systems are jointly developed by the three carmakers. While Toyota has shared its expertise in electrification technology, Suzuki and Daihatsu have lent their expertise in designing and manufacturing small-size cars. The electric kei vans will help these brands to achieve their carbon neutrality goals. It aligns with the larger roadmap provided by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA).
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      Xiaomi SU7 EV Crash Test Yields 5 Stars – China’s Safest Car

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      Xiaomi SU7 EV Crash TestTop variants of Xiaomi SU7 have a robust safety net with 1 LiDAR, 11 cameras, 3 radars and 12 ultrasonic sensors
      After building a solid foundation in consumer electronics, Xiaomi is now making bold advances in the electric vehicle (EV) sector. The brand’s first EV is the SU7 sedan, available in four versions. Xiaomi SU7 is already in the list of bestselling EVs in China, with a waiting period of up to 12 months for select variants. Future prospects look great, as the Xiaomi SU7 has been rated the safest car by C-NCAP. Let’s check out the details.
      Xiaomi SU7 C-NCAP crash test results
      As of now, Xiaomi SU7 is available in four variants – SU7, SU7 Pro, SU7 Max and SU7 Ultra. For the C-NCAP crash tests, the SU7 Max variant was selected. Safety package for the Xiaomi SU7 Max variant includes 7-airbags, 360° safety systems and a comprehensive range of ADAS features.
      Xiaomi SU7 C-NCAP
      Furthermore, the sedan utilizes a lightweight, yet strong steel-aluminium alloy armoured chassis. SU7 has an autopilot system in two formats. While 11 HD cameras, 12 ultrasonic sensors and 3 mmWave radars are common, the Max (Pilot Max) system has an additional Hesai AT128 LiDAR. As revealed in a recent video, LiDAR systems can perform better than camera-based ADAS systems in specific situations.
      In the C-NCAP crash tests, Xiaomi SU7 received a 5-star rating. Overall safety score is 93.5%, which is around 8.7% more than the rating averages seen in C-NCAP results. While 5-star safety rating is itself commendable, Xiaomi SU7 has received the highest score among all cars tested by C-NCAP, as per 2024 testing protocols. It essentially makes the Xiaomi SU7 the safest car in China. Truly a significant achievement, especially considering the doubts expressed by some critics about the sedan’s safety.
      Xiaomi SU7 C-NCAP
      Occupant protection
      Xiaomi SU7 received a score of 94.31% in occupant protection tests. It included side pole crash test, frontal crash tests, child protection, whiplash test, e-call and curtain airbag tests. In most of these tests, Xiaomi SU7 has received full marks or close to full marks.
      There are only a few exceptions such as the 5.419 out of 7 score in the whiplash test. This is relatively lower in comparison to scores of other occupant protection tests. In assessment of child safety, Xiaomi SU7 received a full 3 out of 3 marks. Overall score in occupant protection tests was 106.573 out of 113.
      Xiaomi SU7 C-NCAP
      Active safety, vulnerable road users
      In the Active Safety category, Xiaomi SU7 scored 95.25%. In tests assessing the performance of headlights and Automated Emergency Braking (AEB), the scores were close to 100%. LiDAR played a key role in ensuring that SU7 got high marks in the assessment of driver assistance systems.
      In vulnerable road users (VRU) tests, Xiaomi SU7 received a score of 90.42%. These tests include leg and head protection of pedestrians and the AEB function as well. SU7’s performance in these tests was 13.14% higher in comparison to the C-NCAP average.
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      MG Cyberster and M9 Pre-Bookings Open – Launch, Delivery Details

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      MG Select Premium Dealer NetworkRiding on the wave of success generated by electric vehicles, JSW MG Motor India is now expanding its portfolio to incorporate two premium vehicles – Cyberster and M9. These vehicles will be sold via dedicated MG Select dealerships and are expected to be priced competitively. MG has commenced pre-bookings for both these vehicles. Let’s take a closer look.
      MG Cyberster and M9 Pre-Bookings Open
      Through their MG Select dealerships, JSW MG Motor India is poised to launch two premium electric vehicles in India. Pre-bookings for MG Cyberster electric Roadster and M9 electric luxury MPV have commenced for a token amount of Rs 51,000. Prospective buyers can reserve a Cyberster or M9 via company’s official website or via offline channels.
      Official launch for both these vehicles will happen soon and deliveries are expected to start in Q2 2025. MG Cyberster and M9 will be offered in as many as thirteen major cities in India. These include Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Delhi, Gurgaon, Chandigarh, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Kochi and Surat.
      Pricing is not revealed yet and both Cyberster and M9 are expected to bear competitive prices. In India, they will enjoy quite a niche as we don’t have an all electric 2-door Roadster with scissor doors under the Rs 1 Cr mark. Where luxury MPVs are concerned, none of the ones sold in India are fully electric.
      MG Cyberster Sets Record
      Cyberster
      MG’s new Cyberster is poised to create a grand spectacle in the Indian market. The company claims it is the fastest MG Roadster ever and it just set a record at Sambhar Salt Lake in Rajasthan accelerating to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds. It is a 2-door convertible Roadster with fancy scissor doors and large 20-inch alloy wheels.
      Performance ceiling on this vehicle is quite high as it gets an electrifying instant throttle response. The dual motors on MG Cyberster generate a total system output of 510 bhp of peak power and 725 Nm of peak torque. These motors are fed by a 77 kWh battery pack that will promise a range of around 500 km on a single charge.
      M9
      Catering to the discerning chauffeur-driven customers, MG M9 aims to offer a sophisticated luxury experience. It is a large and roomy electric MPV which creates a bubble of luxury and comfort for 2nd-row passengers. The most important seats of this car, if you may. The powered sliding doors create quite an opening to aid in ingress and egress.
      MG M9 MPV
      Notable features include heated ORVMs with memory function, multi-zone climate control, ventilated seats that also offer massage function, sophisticated ambient lighting, 12-speaker premium audio system, air purifier, rear privacy glass, Level-2 ADAS and more. Powered by a 90 kWh battery, it promises to deliver 430 km of range and is propelled by a 240 bhp and 350 Nm electric motor. More

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      Hyundai Insteroid Concept Teased With Wild Design – Inster EV On Steroids!

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      Hyundai Insteroid ConceptAround the middle of 2024, Hyundai launched Inster electric crossover and early this year, the company even launched a more adventurous-looking Inster Cross. Now, Hyundai has just teased the Insteroid Concept and it is an Inster on Steroids. This is a one-off concept that the company will soon unveil and it deserves your attention as it looks straight out of a Cyberpunk world.
      Hyundai Insteroid Concept Teased
      Small electric crossovers are quite common these days. Many brands are trying their hand in this genre. Hyundai has the Inster, which is an electric version of its small crossover SUV, Casper. When Hyundai launched Inster Cross, a slightly rudded-looking version of Inster, no one would have thought an Inster’s design could go any wilder than that.
      Hyundai Insteroid
      Hyundai is proving them wrong with Insteroid Concept. If this name is ringing any bells in you. Yes, it quite literally means an Inster on Steroids. The name is quite literal and befitting this concept and it is one of the wildest car designs we have seen lately. It doesn’t look anything like an Inster and at the same time, is instantly identifiable as an Inster, which is a weird statement to make.
      Hyundai Insteroid Rear Wing
      With Insteroid, Hyundai is demonstrating that they are not just about money making formulas and are willing to extract fun quotient in vehicular design. We have seen quite a few concepts from Hyundai where the company has just worked on making a cool looking car. With Insteroid Concept, Hyundai seems to have taken some inspiration from i20 WRC Racer.
      Hyundai Insteroid Flared Wheel Arches
      Inster EV On Steroids!
      While the pictures are blurry and dark, we can still understand the gravity of wildness this design is carrying. We can see a massive front bumper which protrudes outwards quite a bit. There’s no separate DRLs like Inster EV, but we have circular LED headlights with engulfing LED DRL signature. Bonnet has a large scoop which lends a lot of muscle.
      Hyundai Insteroid Rear Wing
      Speaking of, the most amount of muscle Insteroid Concept has received is in the form of its flared wheel arches. These wheel arches are filled by large aero disc wheels wrapped with fat tyres. At the rear, we can see that Insteroid gets a large new bumper along with Pixel-design LED tail lights along with circular LED signatures like that at the front.
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      While we are at the rear, we have to address the elephant in this room, which is its ginormous roof spoiler. The teaser also shows Orange highlights along with a stripped out interior which is then populated by a roll cage. Hyundai is referring to Insteroid as a glitch in the car industry and it is not likely to pack the same powertrain as a standard Inster EV. Hyundai has not revealed whether it will be launched or it is just a celebration of their design direction. More

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      Mahindra BE 6, XEV 9e Electric SUV First Batch Deliveries Start

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      Mahindra Electric SUVs – Delivery StartMahindra & Mahindra has officially commenced customer deliveries of its much-anticipated BE 6 and XEV 9e electric SUVs, signalling the start of a new chapter in India’s premium EV market. These are the first models based on Mahindra’s new INGLO platform, under the Born Electric (BE) and XEV sub-brands.
      The BE 6, with its futuristic styling, and the XEV 9e, a bold coupe-SUV, were unveiled in their final production form in late 2024. Now, with deliveries underway, Mahindra is looking to strengthen its footprint in the fast-growing electric vehicle segment.
      Anurag Kashyap taking delivery of XEV 9e
      Milind Deora, Anurag Kashyap Among First Owners
      Among the first customers to receive their EVs were MP Milind Deora, who proudly took delivery of the Made-in-India BE 6, and acclaimed filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, who drove home in the new XEV 9e. Both moments were shared publicly, highlighting growing interest among prominent personalities in supporting homegrown EV innovation.
      Milind Deora described the delivery of his BE 6 as a “proud moment to see Indian companies innovating and competing globally,” while Anurag Kashyap was welcomed at the dealership with a special display celebrating his milestone purchase.
      Milind Deora with his BE 6
      Born Electric SUVs: Made in India, Engineered for the World
      Both the BE 6 and XEV 9e are underpinned by Mahindra’s INGLO skateboard architecture, co-developed with global partners including Volkswagen. This new platform enables fast charging, long driving ranges, ADAS safety tech, and a high degree of connectivity and digital integration.
      – The BE 6 is positioned as a mid-size urban electric SUV with a sharp coupe roofline and is expected to offer a real-world range of over 500 km.
      – The XEV 9e, with its luxurious coupe-SUV profile, will serve as Mahindra’s EV flagship, offering over 500 km of range, a panoramic display, premium interiors, and advanced driver assistance features.
      Bookings and Market Rollout
      Deliveries have begun in key metro cities, with further rollouts scheduled over the coming months. Both SUVs are receiving strong interest from urban buyers seeking futuristic design, electric performance, and brand trust.
      With these launches, Mahindra has firmly positioned itself as a leading contender in the premium EV segment, and deliveries to public figures like Deora and Kashyap only reinforce the brand’s visibility and credibility in this space. As more models from the BE and XEV range arrive in the future, Mahindra is set to play a key role in India’s electric mobility revolution. More

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      2025 MG 4 Electric Hatchback Debuts – Gets Cyberster Inspired Makeover

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      2025 MG 4 Electric Hatchback DebutsChinese electric cars have been taking global markets by the storm now. However, many consider MG 4 electric hatchback to be the flag bearer of this movement. The first one to achieve major success outside of China. Now, SAIC Motor has updated MG 4 electric hatchback for MY25 with an all new design language. Let’s take a closer look.
      2025 MG 4 Electric Hatchback
      First launched in June 2022 as MG Mulan, MG 4 electric hatchback was introduced to global markets in July 2022 and has been a popular choice. It was later renamed MG 4 and continues the same name with its updated model which has just debuted with a massive design overhaul, taking inspirations from Cyberster electric sports car.
      While the current MG 4 looks sharp and edgy with a clear hint of aggression, the 2025 MG 4 is thoroughly updated to look a lot softer and friendlier. The company could have gone for a nip and tuck treatment, MG has gone overboard and has updated MG 4’s design completely making it look more mature than it did before.
      The new generation model has a softer design with smooth and flowing lines. It has curvy body now and boasts an overall rounded appeal. Front fascia is significantly less aggressive with new LED projector headlights, tapering bonnet, closed-off upper grill, honeycomb pattern lower grille and C-shaped design elements in front bumper.
      2025 MG 4 Electric Hatchback Debuts
      At the sides, we now have a smooth shoulder line, up to 17-inch stylish alloy wheels, ORVMs mounted on doors, conventional door handles, blacked out pillars, front quarter glass and more. Rear design is interesting with a connected bar LED tail light along with arrow-shaped LED tail lights, similar to that of Cyberster sports car.
      Bigger & Lighter
      We also get a Black roof along with a sporty roof spoiler. Accentuating the sportiness of rear design, we have blackened elements around number plate area. Charging port is situated in the front left quarter panel. Depending on the trim level, MG 4 will get multiple designs for alloy wheels and some of them are White in colour as well.
      Chinese MIIT (Ministry of Industry and Information Technology) revealed that the 2025 MG 4 electric hatchback has grown in size as well. It measures 4,395 mm in length, 1,842 mm in width, 1,551 mm in height and has a 2,750 mm long wheelbase. This is 108 mm longer, 6 mm wider and 35 mm taller than current model and wheelbase has grown by 45 mm.
      2025 MG 4 Electric Hatchback Debuts
      Interiors of 2025 MG 4 are yet to be revealed. Powering this vehicle is a 160 bhp electric motor that promises a top speed of 160 km/h. Power has gone down by 7 bhp, while the weight has also gone down by 156 kg, tipping the scales at 1,485 kg down from 1,641 kg. It will be launched in China first and then in markets like Europe. More