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Hans India
11 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hans India
Tata Motors to launch 5 new cars in 12 months: Sierra.ev, Harrier Turbo & more
Tata Motors is set to make waves over the next 12 months with the launch of five new vehicles aimed at expanding its petrol and electric lineup. Riding high on recent sales growth, the company is bringing back iconic names and introducing updated versions of popular models. 1. Tata Harrier Turbo Petrol Tata's much-loved Harrier will soon get a turbo petrol variant. Expected to feature a 1.5-litre TGDi engine generating around 168–170 bhp and 280 Nm torque, it will come with a standard 6-speed manual gearbox, and a 7-speed DCT may also be offered. Launch is likely around the festive season, with pricing slightly lower than the diesel counterpart. 2. Tata Safari Turbo Petrol The larger 7-seater Safari will receive the same 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine as the Harrier. With similar specs, the Safari Turbo will go up against petrol SUVs like the Mahindra XUV700, Scorpio-N, and Hyundai Alcazar. Launch expected later this year. 3. Tata Tata is reviving the legendary Sierra as a premium all-electric SUV. It will feature a futuristic design with a triple 12.3-inch screen layout, panoramic sunroof, and modern features like wireless charging and ventilated seats. Expected to come with 65 kWh and 75 kWh battery packs, and AWD producing 369 bhp and 504 Nm torque. 4. Tata Facelift Tata will refresh its sub-compact SUV with a facelift that includes a redesigned front and rear bumper, updated alloys, and added features like a 360-degree camera, blind-spot monitor, and larger touchscreen. Battery options will likely remain the same (25 kWh and 35 kWh). Launch is expected in early 2026. 5. Tata Sierra ICE Following the Tata will also launch a conventional ICE-powered Sierra. Likely to compete with Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and others, it will be powered by the 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine and a 2.0-litre Kryotec diesel engine. Most features from the electric version will be carried over. With this bold new lineup, Tata Motors is clearly focused on offering more choices across both petrol and EV segments, positioning itself as a major player in the evolving Indian automotive landscape.
Hans India
11 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hans India
China's rare earth curbs threaten EV Plans, drag down Maruti, Tata Motors, and auto stocks
What's Happening? China has curbed exports of rare earth materials, especially rare earth magnets, which are crucial for manufacturing electric vehicle (EV) parts like motors. Impact on Indian Auto Stocks Nifty Auto index fell 1.6% in 5 days, down 5% over the past year. Key losers: Maruti Suzuki, M&M, Bharat Forge, Ashok Leyland, Samvardhana Motherson, among others. Why It Matters Rare earth magnets, though small and inexpensive, are essential for EV production. Indian EV manufacturers are directly dependent on imports from China. Any disruption beyond a month can: Delay EV launches Slow production Affect sector growth Who's Hit the Hardest? Maruti Suzuki Slashed e-Vitara EV production target by ~67% for April–September 2025. 🏍️ Bajaj Auto CEO warns: "Indian EV industry could grind to a halt in weeks." TVS Motor Says EV production could stop temporarily. Sona Comstar First Indian company whose import request for rare earth magnets was rejected by China. Expert Insight 'The growing backlog and 45-day clearance delays are tightening global EV supply chains,' – CRISIL Upcoming EV Launches at Risk Kia Carens Clavis EV Tata Harrier EV Mahindra XEV 4e OLA Roadster X (bike) India's ambitious EV goals face a critical short-term threat due to reliance on Chinese rare earth materials. Automakers may need to diversify supply chains or face production and revenue setbacks.
India Today
03-06-2025
- Automotive
- India Today
Tata Harrier EV to launch today: Here's everything you need to know
Tata Motors is gearing up to launch the electric version of its popular SUV, the Tata Harrier, today. Unveiled earlier at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, the new Harrier EV is built on the architecture and aims to deliver an impressive real-world range of around 500 km. It features a dual-motor quad-wheel-drive (QWD) system and a host of premium offerings, setting it up as a strong competitor in the electric SUV market, directly challenging rivals like the Mahindra Harrier EV maintains the bold and muscular styling of the original model, with DRLs and headlamps similar to the ICE version, but sports a revamped grille and bumper that give it a unique identity. Its exterior is defined by clean lines, sharp creases, and refined surfaces. A continuous LED DRL strip with dramatic lighting effects and specially designed turbine blade alloy wheels improve both its aerodynamics and futuristic appeal. Based on a monocoque chassis derived from the Land Rover D8-based OMEGA platform—developed in partnership with Jaguar Land Rover—the Harrier EV combines toughness with the hood, the Harrier EV is powered by a dual-motor setup offering quad-wheel-drive and a peak torque output of 500 Nm. Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer of Tata Passenger Electric Mobility (TPEM), confirmed that the SUV targets a real-world range of approximately 500 km per charge, addressing the common concern of range anxiety. The detailed battery specifications have not yet been This model also marks a milestone for Tata, being the first all-wheel-drive offering since the Safari Storme was discontinued in 2020. The Harrier EV thus becomes the first mass-market EV in India to feature 4WD, thanks to its dual-motor of today's official launch, Tata released a teaser video showcasing the Harrier EV's off-road capabilities. The footage highlighted several features, including an off-road assist mode—which functions like an off-road creep setting with a fixed low speed—and a 360-degree camera system that offers a transparent bonnet view, typically seen in more premium terrain-specific drive modes were revealed in the video, such as Snow, Sand, and Rock Crawl, accessible via a rotary drive selector on the center console. There are also Eco and Boost modes, with the Boost likely acting as a low-range equivalent. In contrast, the diesel Harrier includes Normal, Wet, and Rough the Harrier EV is equipped with a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, both seemingly unchanged from the ICE version. A brief glimpse of the instrument cluster in the video suggested a range of 560 km at 90% battery detailed specifications and pricing are yet to be revealed, Tata Motors is already focusing on enhancing India's EV infrastructure through its Open Collaboration 2.0 initiative. The plan involves working with charge point operators (CPOs) and oil marketing companies (OMCs) to set up 400,000 public charging points by 2027. Srivatsa acknowledged the ongoing "chicken-and-egg" problem between EV adoption and charging infrastructure, but pointed out that rising demand is helping drive growth in the private charging Passenger Electric Mobility continues to have a good share of the Indian EV market, having sold over 200,000 electric vehicles since launching the in 2020. The Harrier EV, along with the upcoming will strengthen Tata's growing electric portfolio, which already includes the and to Auto Today MagazineTune In
Time of India
02-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Tata Harrier EV conquers Kerala's Elephant rock: AWD, boost mode and more
is all set to launch the much anticipated Tata Harrier EV SUV in the Indian market tomorrow i.e., May 3, 2025. Ahead of its official launch, the company has released a new teaser video showcasing the electric SUV's off-road capabilities. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In the video titled Elephant Rock Challenge , the Tata Harrier. ev is seen tackling the well-known rocky formation set amidst Kerala's scenic tea plantations. Located at an elevation of 3,937 feet, the ascent to Elephant Rock unfolds in three distinct stages, ending with a sharply rising slope near the summit. The video also reveals a few key details of the upcoming Harrier EV, the SUV comes equipped with dual electric motors—one on each axle—enabling all-wheel drive. While Tata hasn't disclosed full technical details yet, it has confirmed that the combined torque output will be more than 500Nm. The promotional video also highlights an off-road assist mode, which functions like a low-speed crawl feature with a preset pace for tricky terrain. Additionally, the SUV features a 360-degree camera system that includes a transparent bonnet view. The Harrier EV will also feature multiple off-road modes—including Snow, Sand, and a dedicated Rock Crawl mode. In addition to these, there's a dedicated Road mode and what seems to be a customizable driving mode. The EV also features separate buttons for Eco and Boost modes, and these can be accessed via the rotary drive selector on the centre console. Other expected features include a 12.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a fully digital 10.25-inch instrument cluster, dual-zone climate control, wireless Android Auto/ Apple CarPlay, a premium sound system with a subwoofer, panoramic sunroof, powered tailgate, front ventilated seats, ambient lighting, connected car suite, vehicle-to-load (V2L) and vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) charging capabilities and more. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The official specifications and pricing will be announced tomorrow. In the video, the instrument cluster briefly shows a range estimate of 560km with 90 per cent battery remaining, so we expect a claimed range of up to 600 km in one full charge and could have a 90 kWh battery pack. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India.
Business Upturn
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Upturn
Tata Motors gains control over Fiat's 2.0-litre Multijet diesel engine: Report
Tata Motors has made a significant breakthrough in its powertrain strategy by acquiring licensed development rights to the 2.0-litre Multijet II diesel engine, a move that grants the company freedom to upgrade and modify the engine independently, according to Autocar India. This engine currently powers the Tata Harrier and Safari SUVs and is produced at the Ranjangaon plant by Fiat India Automobiles Pvt Ltd (FIAPL) – a joint venture between Tata Motors and Stellantis. While the intellectual property rights (IPR) for the engine remain with Stellantis, Tata Motors now holds full control over engine development, ECU calibration, performance upgrades, and emission compliance modifications for its own use. The development was first reported by Autocar India. 'Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) and Stellantis have entered into a License Technology Agreement in Q4 FY25 under which TMPV has acquired licence… enabling technical changes in the 2.0-litre diesel engine,' a Tata spokesperson stated. What changes with this deal? Tata can now recalibrate ECU settings and unlock new power outputs without seeking external approvals or paying hefty licensing fees. The license enables Tata to meet upcoming emission norms and introduce multiple power tunes , a flexibility it previously lacked. This also lowers the investment requirement significantly when compared to developing a new engine platform from scratch. Previously, any calibration—even minor ECU tweaks—required Stellantis' approval and incurred steep costs, reportedly as high as €10 million. This restricted Tata to a single 170hp calibration during the BS6 transition. In contrast, rivals like Mahindra offer multiple tunes and drive modes using its in-house 2.2-litre mHawk diesel, giving them a competitive edge. Tata had long aimed to boost the Multijet's output to 180hp, especially for the Harrier and Safari facelifts. However, Stellantis' involvement made such changes slow and expensive. Now, with development autonomy, Tata is positioned to bridge the performance gap with Mahindra and respond to evolving market demands more swiftly. No change to production, Jeep and MG remain unaffected (for now) Tata has clarified that engine manufacturing will continue at FIAPL, supplying both Stellantis and Tata Motors, while IP rights for the base engine stay with Stellantis. Tata, however, will own the IP for its modifications. Jeep models like the Compass and Meridian will continue to use the existing 2.0-litre diesel. The engine also powers the MG Hector, but it's unclear if MG Motor India will benefit from Tata's upgrades. Industry speculation suggests MG may discontinue the diesel variant by 2026. Tata's move to acquire licensed control — rather than building a diesel engine from scratch — brings cost efficiency and agility at a time when the future of diesel remains uncertain. The 2.0-litre Multijet II, though not cutting-edge, remains relevant for large SUVs, and with this deal, Tata Motors now has the freedom to evolve it further. The engine's lineage is notable — Fiat's 1.3-litre Multijet, dubbed the 'national engine of India,' once powered over 24 models across 5 brands. The 2.0-litre Multijet continues that legacy and, with Tata now at the helm of its evolution, it could fuel a new phase of diesel performance in India.
