Mahindra & Mahindra opens a new manufacturing and battery assembly facility at Chakan, focusing on the production of electric SUVs BE 6 and XEV 9e. The facility, part of a Rs 16,000 crore investment, features advanced automation, runs on renewable energy, and promotes workforce inclusivity.
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There are no details of the electric motor and the battery pack. The Creta EV is expected to be equipped with a 45-50 kWh battery pack with a claimed range of up to 450 km on one full charge. Hyundai is also likely to offer multiple charging options, including fast charging capabilities, to ensure the Creta EV can be conveniently recharged at home or at public charging stations
Electric vehicles in India will soon be as affordable as petrol-powered cars, says Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. The price gap is expected to close within six months due to advancements in battery technology and increased domestic production. This could lead to widespread adoption of EVs, with current sales already witnessing a significant surge.
Hyundai Motor India has updated its ICE models with new variants and features in the Venue, Verna, and Grand i10 Nios, ahead of launching the electrified Creta. Major upgrades include new trims with improved infotainment systems, sunroofs, and wireless connectivity. These enhancements add premium touches across their line-up.
India’s electric car market surged by 20% in 2024, with notable growth from JSW MG Motor selling 21,484 EVs, driven by the Windsor SUV. Tata Motors saw its market share dip to 38%, while newcomers Hyundai and Maruti Suzuki made impactful entries. The competition in India's EV market is expected to intensify further in 2025.
Aprilia has launched the 2025 models of RS125 and Tuono 125 with Euro5+ compliant engines, delivering 15 bhp and 12 Nm torque. These bikes feature new color options, quickshifter availability in some regions, LED lighting, ABS, and a digital LCD cluster. They won't be released in India due to pricing issues.
Electric scooters in India exhibit nearly double the quality issues compared to petrol-powered two-wheelers, with 98 problems per 100 vehicles. Despite this, customer satisfaction has improved, as 61% of electric scooter owners reported fewer issues than expected. Royal Enfield and Bajaj Chetak stand out in initial quality rankings.
The Innova Hycross is offered with two petrol engine options - a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder NA petrol engine which puts out 173hp of power and 209Nm of torque. It comes paired only with a CVT automatic gearbox. Another engine is the 2.0-litre strong hybrid petrol engine which puts out a combined 184hp of power and comes with an e-Drive transmission.
Ultraviolette Automotive has introduced the Shockwave, an off-road electric motorcycle, priced at Rs 1.50 lakh for the first 1,000 customers. The bike features a 14.5 bhp motor, 4kWh battery, and boasts a range of 165 km. Weighing 125 kg, it accelerates from 0-60 km/h in 2.9 seconds. Deliveries begin in early 2026.
The Mahindra BE 6 is offered in five variants - Pack One, Pack One above, Pack Two, Pack Three Select and Pack Three. The deliveries for the pack three variant will start in mid-March. Lower trims will be introduced gradually between June and August and the larger 79kWh battery pack is exclusive to Pack Three.