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    Tata Motors EV Sales Growth At 59% – Almost 70k Electric Cars Sold In 2023

    New Tata Nexon EVTata Tiago EV, launched in January 2023, has been instrumental in raising company’s EV sales substantially over the past yearTata Motors foray into the electric vehicle segment has been a game changer for the company. Its endeavour to venture into a more sustainable avenue with environmentally friendly products towards a greener and cleaner future has led the company to outstanding success in CY 2023. During the past year, the company has seen a 59 percent increase in EV sales and Tata Motors continues to add more products to their EV range with the new Tiago launched last year.What has aided the company in its growth is the fact that these electric vehicles are being offered in three body styles of hatchback (Tiago EV), sedan (Tigor EV), and SUV (Nexon EV), thus appealing to customers both in the premium and mass market segments.Tata Motors’ Electric Vehicle (EV) Sales PerformanceTalking about Tata Motors EV sales during the past calendar year, sales touched 69,153 units in CY 2023, a 59 percent YoY growth over 43,451 units sold in CY 2022. EV sales contributed to 12.55 percent of the company’s passenger vehicle sales that stood at 5,50,883 units in CY2023, relating to a growth of 8 percent over sales in CY 2022.Monthwise EV sales have seen positive results through the past year. Sales stood at 4,133 units in Jan 2023, up 39 percent over 2,982 units sold in Jan 2022. February 2023 sales escalated to 5,318 units while in March and April sales touched 6,509 units and 6,516 units respectively.Tata Motors EV sales in 2023 vs 2022Sales of EVs were the highest to date in June 2023 at 7,025 units relating to a 95 percent YoY growth while in the following months sales dipped marginally but yet posted sales growth as compared to corresponding months in CY 2022. Tata Motors’ EV sales averaged at 5,762 units in CY 2023 up from an average of 3,720 units sold in CY 2022. Even in terms of electric vehicle retail sales, Tata Motors has seen outstanding success with a 118 percent increase to 81,000 units in CY 2023.Tata Motors – EV Market LeaderTata Motors is a market leader in the EV segment in India with a 70 percent share. It is the company’s endeavour to have its EV range command a 50 percent share in its portfolio by 2030. A major portion of its sales are seen for the Tigor EV which is also offered in X-Press T fleet only EV. Tata Motors has also found more demand from rural areas and outside of the top 20 cities while preferred by first time owners and 24 percent by women buyers in the country.As on date, the company has an EV portfolio of the Tata Nexon EV, Tata Tiago EV and Tata Tigor EV while the new Punch EV is also set to roll out soon. Along with its range of electric vehicles, the company is also actively testing Harrier and Safari EVs, both of which will be flagship offerings positioned above the Nexon EV. More

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    Tata Punch EV Buyers Get Price Quotes Ahead Of Launch – Tata Calls It A Glitch

    Tata Punch EV PriceThe new Tata Punch EV buyers have received a price quotation via email from Tata Motors ahead of the electric car’s launchIndia’s highest-selling electric car maker is Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, a subsidiary of Tata Motors. The company yesterday revealed Punch EV in official pictures and commenced bookings too. But the prices seem to have leaked from Tata’s booking portal with many buyers who booked Punch EV, reported getting price quotations.Tata Punch EV Buyers Get Price QuotesThe company’s newest electric car is Punch.ev which was revealed ahead of launch yesterday. Punch EV will debut company’s acti.ev pure-electric platform on which future products will be based. Bookings for Tata Punch EV (sold as Punch.ev) commenced yesterday. Official prices are to be revealed at launch.However, many Punch EV buyers who booked their new electric car, reported that Tata Motors gave them a price quotation for their booked variant via email. One buyer (X handle techgeeksid) who booked Punch EV LR (Long Range) Adventure (without sunroof) with a 3.3 kW charger, got a quote via email from Tata Motors for a price of Rs. 13,73,846 (ex-sh).Another Punch EV buyer (X handle Hariraj_Rathod) booked a top-spec Punch EV LR Empowered Plus (with sunroof) with a 3.3 kW charger via Shreeji Automart dealership and he received a price quotation in the email for Rs. 16,13,729 (ex-sh). This was not supposed to happen, as per Tata Motors.Tata Punch EV owners get price quotesAre the quoted prices wrong, though?The company quickly got to damage control and posted on X saying “Technical hiccup alert! The prices making the rounds of Punch.ev are because of a system glitch. We’re actively addressing it, and the official prices will be disclosed at launch. Thanks for your patience!”. Tesla Club India X account highlighted these glitches.However, the company didn’t mention whether the quoted prices were wrong or valid. Something similar happened with Nexon facelift launch in September 2023 where base model price was leaked as Rs. 7.39 lakh by tatanexonofficial official Instagram handle. Then, company’s official response to that had the word “inaccurate” in it.This turned out to be true later on as Nexon’s prices started from Rs. 8.1 lakh. That said, we would wager that the quoted price Punch EV buyers got, is highly likely to be true as the company didn’t directly deny these leaked prices. Or a glitch, as they call it.Prices to not exceed Rs. 17 lakh?In effect, Tata Punch EV prices for top-spec models could stay well under Rs. 17 lakh (ex-sh). Hariraj Rathod’s quoted price was Rs. 16.13 lakh for a top-spec model for a 3.3 kW AC charger. Considering that there may be a Dark Edition or a variant with a 7.2 kW AC charger, sub Rs. 17 lakh (ex-sh) prices are very probable.Punch EV’s direct competitor is Citroen eC3 and Renault’s Kiger EV is incoming too. Citroen eC3’s top-spec variant is Feel Vibe Pack DT and it tops out at Rs. 13 lakh (ex-sh) and significantly lacks in features when compared to soon-to-be-launched Punch EV. More

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    Tata Punch EV Bookings Open – Debuts acti.ev Platform, Gets A Frunk Too

    Tata Punch EV Bookings OpenThe new acti.ev platform is a dedicated pure-ev platform that will underpin Tata Punch EV along with other future vehiclesAmong the Indian electric car manufacturers, one brand outshines the others with unparalleled dominance. That brand is Tata Motors. The company recently greenlighted its dedicated EV showrooms providing curated experience for EV buyers. The newest entrant to Tata’s EV portfolio is Punch EV.Tata Punch EV Bookings OpenRight now, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility (TPEM), subsidiary of Tata Motors, sells three electric cars in India. These are Tiago EV, Tigor EV and Nexon EV. The company’s fourth electric offering for Indian market is Punch EV and it is set to light up the electric car stage on fire (not literally).Bookings for the same has commenced for a token amount of Rs. 21,000. These bookings can be placed via Tata Motors Dealerships authorised for EV sales or by visiting Tata.ev dedicated electric car showrooms. The price increment over ICE Punch is likely to be around Rs. 5 lakh as it is debuting a brand new dedicated electric car platform.Punch EV gets a revised design with a radical new fascia similar to Nexon EV. It looks more sophisticated than before. The charging port is in the front, housed in its closed-off grill.[embedded content]Debuts acti.ev PlatformAbbreviated to Advance Connected Tech-Intelligent Electric Vehicle, acti.ev platform is a dedicated electric car platform developed by Tata Motors. This is a pure-electric architecture that will debut with soon-to-be-launched Punch EV (sold as Punch.ev). This new platform will form the baseline on which future Tata EVs will be based.This acti.ev (read active) platform will support multiple sizes for chassis and multiple body styles as well. Upcoming Tata Curvv EV, Harrier EV and Safari EV might be based on this new platform and not Ziptron architecture seen with Tiago EV, Tigor EV and Nexon EV. Because acti.ev is a dedicated pure electric platform, there is a Frunk (front trunk) beneath the bonnet too.The company mentioned key pillars for their new pure-ev platform. They are Performance, Technology, Modularity and Space Efficiency. These pillars further consist of four layers too. These are Powertrain, Chassis, Electrical Architecture and Cloud Architecture.Tata Punch EV Fascia1. PowertrainTata promises advanced battery pack design with global standards with 10% improvement over Ziptron architecture in energy density. The scalable platform allows for battery pack variations with minimum of 300 km range all the way till 600 km. Modularity allows for FWD, RWD and AWD configurations too. Charging speeds have seen a bump too, with up to 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC compatibility.2. ChassisTata Motors is historically known to make Indian-road-worthy vehicles that offer excellent ride quality with precise suspension setup. The new body structure associated with acti.ev platform for Punch and future vehicles are said to meet future NCAP safety protocols. Being a dedicated EV platform, there is a front trunk and flat floor too.Tata Punch EV Design3. Electrical Architectureacti.ev is pitted as a future-ready architecture offering possibilities of high computing powers that should allow for a seamless L2 ADAS suite. Company claims L2+ ADAS possibilities too. It is 5G ready as well ensuring a host of connected features. Just like recent Nexon EV, acti.ev platform supports reverse charging in the form of V2L (Vehicle 2 Load) and V2V (Vehicle 2 Vehicle) tech too.4. Cloud ArchitectureLastly, acti.ev boasts of cloud architecture too with enhanced user experience, newly introduced Arcade.ev app suite along with future software updates and other features.Tata Punch EV Debuts acti.ev platform More

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    Tata Punch EV Debut Today With Long and Medium Range – Official Teaser

    Tata Punch Electric SpiedA number of features onboard Punch EV will be borrowed from the recently launched Nexon EV faceliftIn a short span of time, Tata Motors had acquired a leadership position in the electric PV segment. To maintain its dominance, the company has introduced new products at regular intervals. The newest entrant is Punch EV, which will rival the likes of Citroen eC3 and upcoming Hyundai Exter EV.Tata Punch EV specs, featuresSimilar to the strategy being followed with Tiago EV and Nexon EV, there will be medium range and long-range versions of Punch EV. This strategy has worked well, as it allows users to choose the variant based on their requirements and budget.The smaller battery pack variant allows an affordable entry point. On the other hand, the larger battery pack variant is suitable for folks who have longer distances to cover between recharges.Tata Punch Electric SpiedJust like other Tata electric cars, Punch EV is also an ICE to EV conversion project. It will be based on the existing ALFA platform, featuring Tata’s Gen 2 EV architecture. However, it is a lot more than a mere retrofit project since some major modifications have been performed.Punch EV will have advanced tech such as a liquid-cooled battery pack. It will be equipped with a permanent magnet synchronous motor that sends power to the front wheels. The SUV will have improved braking power with all-wheel disc brakes.You don’t want to miss this! #UnveilingTomorrow#TATAev #MoveWithMeaning pic.twitter.com/o5hf61aB7u— TATA.ev (@Tataev) January 4, 2024Inside, Punch EV will have segment-first features such as ventilated front seats. While lower variants will have a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, higher variants will be equipped with a larger 10.25-inch unit. It is likely to be the same as that of the Nexon EV.Other features of Nexon EV such as the jewelled drive selector will also be available with Punch EV. Other key highlights include a digital instrument cluster, new two-spoke steering wheel with backlit Tata logo and an electronic parking brake.Punch EV exterior updatesWhile the overall look and feel is largely the same as the ICE counterpart, Punch EV will have some cosmetic touch-ups to highlight its electric persona. For example, Punch EV will have a blanked-out grille, new full-width LED element and new alloy wheels. Much of the styling will be similar to that of Nexon EV. In Tata’s lineup, Punch EV will be positioned in between the Tiago EV MR and Nexon EV MR. It could be launched in the price range of Rs 10 lakh to Rs 13 lakh. Punch ICE variant has been a spectacular success, something that will automatically benefit the EV model.Punch recently achieved the 3-lakh production milestone. This is significant, as it comes in a period of just around 26 months. Punch also enjoys a high level of consumer confidence, as the SUV has received 5-star rating in Global NCAP crash tests. The EV version will inherit all these strong USPs. More

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    Safari EV And Harrier EV Spotted On Tow Truck – En Route ARAI Certification?

    Safari EV and Harrier EV spotted on tow truckBoth the Safari EV and Harrier EV will feature a different fascia, packing around 60 kWh battery with single-motor FWD and dual-motor AWD configsRecently, Tata Motors inaugurated two EV-specific dealerships in Gurugram, Uttar Pradesh. Tata Motors is adding two new EVs to the lineup soon as seen with recent test mules – Safari EV and Harrier EV. These will be flagship offerings from Tata.ev, sitting above the recently launched Nexon EV (Nexon.ev).Safari EV And Harrier EV Spotted On Tow TruckNamed Tata.ev dealerships, these EV-specific showrooms and service centres aim to provide curated experience to EV buyers with eco-friendliness being the main mantra. The recent test mules were spotted on a tow truck Both these test mules were extensively draped in camouflage, conceiving their identity.These test mules on a tow truck were spotted in Pune city. Looking at them on a tow truck, we would say that both these test mules are headed for ARAI testing for range on a single charge. Tata Punch EV test mule spotted in May 2023, was on a tow truck too. The new Safari EV and Harrier EV spy shot is credited to automotive enthusiast Anvay Sheolikar.Interestingly, these test mules donned pre-facelift bodies and designs that were replaced with ICE models of facelifted Safari and Harrier. Production-spec Safari EV and Harrier EV will bear newer design that Tata Motors showcased at 2023 Auto Expo. The mechanicals (in this case, electricals) are what matters for ARAI testing and certification procedures.Tata Harrier Electric SUVJust like Nexon and Nexon EV, we expect both Harrier EV and Safari EV to get additional features and equipment over their ICE counterparts. Where design is concerned, we can expect minor revisions over their ICE counterparts in the form of a closed grill and revised bumpers to establish a different fascia.What to expect from Tata.ev’s new flagships?Just like the new Nexon EV, there is a good probability that Safari and Harrier’s EV counterparts will sport any blue elements. Both on the outside and inside. Tata Motors is currently leading the electric car scene in India with Tiago EV, Tiago EV and Nexon EV. That said, India’s electric car scene is expected to get brutal with new incoming EVs.Safari EV and Harrier will primarily rival Mahindra’s upcoming XUV.e8 (XUV700 electric). Hyundai could come up with an Alcazar EV based on upcoming Creta EV if there is enough demand. The Land Rover derived OMEGARC platform on Safari and Harrier will be modified to accommodate batteries for their EV counterparts.Tata Safari electric spied with new designFWD will be standard with optional dual-motor AWD variants. Tata might sell its flagship electric SUVs with around 60 kWh battery pack, promising a range of around 500 km on a single charge. We hope there is an 80 kWh battery pack option in the mix because Mahindra’s INGLO platform on XUV.e8 is expected to pack 80 kWh worth of cells in higher variants.Both Tata Safari EV and Harrier EV will be launched in 2024. Considering increasing test mule sightings, they could launch sooner rather than later. Price might start from around Rs. 25 lakh (ex-sh) going till Rs. 35 lakh (ex-sh).Source – Anvay Sheolikar More

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    Tata Electric Car Showrooms Inaugurated In Sector 14 And Sohna Road, Gurugram

    Tata Electric Car ShowroomsAs opposed to regular dealerships, Tata Electric car showrooms will feature personalized services with stress on sustainability, community and technologyTata Passenger Electric Mobility (TPEM), a subsidiary of Tata Motors has inaugurated two new Tata.ev dealerships fortifying its new brand identity. The primary objective behind this step was to provide a tailor-made experience to their electric car buyers that differs significantly from their ICE vehicle buyers.Tata Electric Car Showrooms InauguratedTPEM has chosen prominent auto hubs of Sector 14 and Sohna Road in Gurugram. These are to lay emphasis on evolving expectations of electric car buyers in India. These new EV-specific dealerships bearing Tata.ev brand identity, promise to deliver a seamless amalgamation of personalized services, advanced technology and sustainable practises.These Tata.ev dealerships will be open to public from January 7th, 2024 onwards. The company is stressing on ‘Move with Meaning’ philosophy with these EV-specific dealerships and revolve around the core values of sustainability, community and technology. More Tata.ev showrooms will spring up in prominent cities in the future, in the next 18 months.Tata Motors currently has a 71% market share in India’s electric car sales and has crossed an astounding 1 lakh sales mark as well. The primary contributors to this massive success are Tiago EV and Nexon EV along with Tigor EV. Punch EV, Curvy EV, Sierra EV, Harrier EV and Safari EV are in the pipeline too.Tata Electric Car Showrooms fascadeTata.ev embracing sustainability, community and technologyAs per TPEM, the Tata.ev showrooms are designed and constructed with sustainability in mind. In this sense, all major materials are recyclable or recycled. Locally sourced materials were used in the construction too, negating long-distance transportation. Even the day-to-day operations will stress sustainability.The company is keen on building a community of Tata electric car owners through these EV-specific dealerships. Elevating customer experience to include meaningful interactions with fellow Tata.ev owners and glancing the events on EVOLVE community calender. There will be digitalization too, with multiple screens for personalised welcomes for EV buyers and airing testimonials from existing owners.Words from the manufacturerCommenting at the inauguration of the new showrooms, Shailesh Chandra, MD, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd., and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, said, “With insights gathered from over 1 Lakh Tata EV customers, we understand that the EV consumers seek a different kind of customer experience. They are sensitive to how the planet is evolving, very conscious about the cost of driving, and desire cutting-edge technology.Tata Electric Car Showroom interiorsThis is in line with the new brand identity’s core values – sustainability, community, and technology. The new flagship showrooms are the first physical manifestations of this brand philosophy and we have mapped the customer journey accordingly. We want to empower our customers so our plans include the creation of a harmonious community space to facilitate customer gatherings/services, sustainability-focused workshops, and events for customers. These showrooms are not just about retailing EVs but they become TATA.ev community centres in Gurugram.According to Vivek Srivatsa, Head, Marketing, Sales and Service Strategy, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd. “Every aspect of the in-store experience has been reimagined at TATA.ev stores. Digital, physical, and human elements come together in harmony to deliver a uniquely memorable car-buying experience, with moments of authentic surprise to delight our community at every step along the way.Tata Electric Car Showroom interiorsRecognising the very different expectations of EV buyers, the in-store experience has been designed to offer information, advice, and guidance in a friendly environment. While we use the power of technology to elevate the experience, the human touch remains ever-important. From new retail roles to passionate individuals immersed in the essence of our brand, our home of electric has been designed to be warm and welcoming, friendly and fun.” More

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    Over Rs. 1 Lakh Discounts On Tata’s Affordable Electric Cars – Tiago EV, Tigor EV

    Image – MotorHubWhile Tata Motors Tiago EV gets a 19.2 kWh and 24 kWh battery options to choose between, Tigor EV gets a sole 26 kWh battery optionIndian electric car scene is currently at its peak with sales booming. More car buyers are considering EVs as a viable alternative to ICE vehicles. Tata Motors is leading this new wave of electric cars with its budget-conscious electric versions of already popular vehicles like Tiago EV and Tigor EV.Tata electric car discount over Rs. 1 LakhIn a recent post, we covered attractive discounts of up to Rs. 2.6 lakh on Nexon EV. Especially the pre-facelift model getting huge flat cash discounts as part of year-end sales. Sure, Nexon has received a facelift with a comprehensive range of updates. But pre-facelift model is still attractive, especially considering these discounts.One can say that Tata Tiago EV and Tigor EV are currently the highest-selling electric cars in India and it wouldn’t be a wrong statement. Most of Tata’s EV sales come from lower specced Tiago EV and Tigor EV. The discounts are not uniform between both Tiago EV and Tigor EV. Also, visiting your nearest Tata dealership is still advisable. ‘Discounts on Tiago EVTata Motors’ most affordable electric car is Tiago EV. It is based on standard ICE Tiago which has been one of India’s most popular hatchbacks. In its electric guise, Tiago EV is one of India’s top-selling electric cars. Tata sells two versions of Tiago EV – Medium Range and Long Range. Medium Range model gets a 19.2 kWh battery good for 250 km of range on MIDC cycle.Tata Tiago EV – India’s No 1 selling electric car for Q2 2023Long Range model gets a larger 24 kWh battery promising a claimed 315 km of range from a single charge. As part of year-end discounts, Tata is offering Green Bonus for buyers worth Rs. 55,000. Along with that, Rs. 15,000 of exchange bonus and Rs. 7,000 worth of corporate discounts.There’s no clear flat cash discounts with Tiago EV. So, all the benefits added up, is around Rs. 77,000 worth of benefits. Prices for Tiago EV range between Rs. 8.69 lakh and 12.04 lakh (ex-sh).Tigor EV gets Rs. 1.1 lakh worth benefitsUnlike Tiago EV, Tata electric car discount for Tigor EV gets a flat cash discount of Rs. 50,000. Tigor EV takes shape of a stylish sub 4m coupe sedan that is an extension of Tiago EV. However, Tigor EV gets a larger 26 kWh battery as standard. This battery is rated to eke out 315 km of range from a single charge (ARAI claimed).2021 Tata Tigor Electric in Nexon EV colourApart from the Rs. 50,000 flat cash discount that we mentioned before, Tata Motors is generously offering Rs. 50,000 of exchange bonus on all variants too. Corporate benefits are worth Rs. 10,000. In total, Tigor EV gets a total of Rs. 1.1 lakh worth of benefits. Currently Tigor EV is priced between Rs. 12.49 lakh and 13.75 lakh (ex-sh). More

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    Tata Nexon EV Discounts Up To Rs 2.60 Lakh – XUV400 EV Up To Rs 4.2 Lakh

    Tata Nexon EV Max DarkDiscounts for Nexon EV will be available till 31st December or till stocks last, whichever is earlierIt is not unusual for carmakers to offer year-end discounts. In case of Tata Motors, discounts have been announced for Nexon EV. The discounts are available as cash discount and exchange bonus. No discounts on new Nexon EV.Pre-facelift Nexon EV – Up to 2.60 Lakh offAll variants of pre-facelift Nexon EV Prime are available with a cash discount of Rs 1.40 lakh. In addition, there is an exchange bonus of Rs 50k. Pre-facelift Nexon EV Prime was available in the price range of Rs 14.50 lakh to Rs 17.19 lakh.With the discount offer applied, the cost comes at Rs 12.60 lakh to 14.60 lakh. Even though Nexon facelift has received a comprehensive range of updates, the discounted pricing makes the pre-facelift version a very attractive deal.In case of pre-facelift Nexon EV Max, all variants are eligible for a cash discount of Rs 2.10 lakh. Customers can also benefit from an exchange bonus of Rs 50k. However, there aren’t any corporate discount offers available for Nexon EV. Price of pre-facelift Nexon EV Max was in the range of Rs 16.49 lakh to Rs 19.54 lakh.With the discount, users can buy the EV in the price range of Rs 13.89 lakh to Rs 16.94 lakh. As discounts may vary based on location and dealer, it is recommended to contact the local dealer for more details about the offers.XUV400 also gets cheaper – Up to Rs 4.20 lakhDiscounts on Nexon EV are aimed at clearing the stock of pre-facelift units at dealerships. The discount offers can also be a means to take on Mahindra XUV400, which is also available with significant year-end discounts. The base EC trim of XUV400 with 375 km range gets a discount of Rs 1.70 lakh. It is priced at Rs 16 lakh. Discount for the top-spec trim with 456 km range is Rs 4.20 lakh. It is priced at Rs 19.39 lakh. With the discount offers, XUV400 is available in the price range of Rs 14.29 lakh to Rs 15.19 lakh.With the discount applied, pre-facelift Nexon EV works out cheaper than XUV400 for the base variant. However, in case of top-spec variants, it’s the XUV400 that is more affordable after applying discounts. A comparison of the equipment list and warranty time period will make it easier to decide which electric SUV offers the best value. Meanwhile, Mahindra is also working on the electric version of XUV300. It is expected to have better competencies against the Nexon EV facelift. More