the Eco variant features a single electric motor which puts out 201bhp and 310Nm of torque. The Plus variant gets dual motors with 349bhp of power and 500Nm of torque. Both variants come paired with a 75.3kWh battery pack, the Eco variant has a claimed range of 450km, and the Plus variant has claimed range of 431 km in one full charge.
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the new X3 will be offered in both petrol and diesel engine options - a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol with 190 hp and 310 Nm of torque and a 2.0-litre turbo diesel with 197hp and 400Nm of peak torque. Both engines will come paired with an 8-speed torque converter automatic gearbox which sends power to all four wheels.
Royal Enfield is set to debut its electric motorcycle, the Flying Flea C6, under its new EV-only brand. Unveiled at EICMA 2024 and displayed in India, the C6 boasts a forged aluminum frame, advanced safety features, and a high-tech operating system. More details, including battery specs, will be revealed closer to its 2026 launch.
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
Royal Enfield has launched the Classic 650 Twin in India, expanding its 650cc lineup. Priced starting at Rs 3.37 lakh, it boasts a design inspired by the Classic 350 and features the familiar 648cc parallel-twin engine. The motorcycle offers multiple colour options and is equipped with various advanced features.
There are no major changes in terms of design, at the front the motorcycle looks the same as before. It continues to get fully faired body panels with angular bodywork, it gets a twin-pod LED headlamp setup with three dot DRLs placed above. However, it now gets new graphics all over.
The price hike, according to Mercedes-Benz, is necessary to address the escalating costs of materials, inflationary trends, and increased logistics expenses. While the company has been absorbing the bulk of these costs for the past three quarters, it has decided to pass on a nominal portion to consumers to maintain its operational sustainability.
Hero MotoCorp's new XPulse 210 motorcycle, with its advanced design, revamped features, and a 210cc engine, offers significant performance and comfort improvements over its predecessor. Selling in over 30 countries, the bike's stylish upgrades, enhanced suspension, and digital TFT display make it ideal for both on-road and off-road adventures. A promising addition to the ADV segment.
It has a claimed range of 181km as per the Indian Driving Cycle or the IDC. (This is about 30 km higher than the Dot One). Simple says that the scooter can sprint from zero to 40kmph in 2.5 seconds; the previous model took 2.77 seconds. It has a top speed of 105kmph and gets four ride modes - Eco, Ride, Dash, and Sonic.
Range anxiety and inadequate charging infrastructure hinder India's EV adoption, with only one public charger per 135 EVs. Operational inefficiencies and slow charging times further compound the problem, contrasting sharply with Norway's success. India needs to expand its charging network, develop affordable batteries, and promote battery swapping to accelerate EV adoption.