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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Tata Harrier EV teased on social media. Will it climb to the mountain peak?
The upcoming Tata Harrier EV is built on the company's new plus architecture. Notify me Tata EV has teased the much-awaited Harrier EV over social media just days ahead of its launch. The Tata Harrier EV is slated to launch on June 3 as the new flagship for the Indian carmaker's electric vehicle portfolio. The teaser showcases the SUV at the edge of a mountain, ready to climb to the peak. However, the mystery is not revealed yet and it is expected that the Harrier EV will be showcased, tackling the steep incline in the full advertisement will be released later. Check out the teaser below: The Tata Harrier EV will utilise the company's new plus architecture to combine performance, advanced technology, and an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system. While Tata has yet to release detailed specifications and features, here's what we can expect from this upcoming electric SUV. Tata Harrier EV: Exterior The Tata Harrier EV retains much of the design language of its diesel counterpart but includes distinct elements to signify its EV status. It features a closed front grille—a common design for EVs that improves aerodynamics. The front and rear bumpers have been subtly refreshed, taking cues from the vertical slats seen on the Tata Nexon EV. Another noticeable change is the use of aero alloy wheels that enhance efficiency while also giving the vehicle a strong presence. The LED lights include connected daytime running lights (DRLs), and the rear lamps closely resemble those on the standard Harrier. Tata Harrier EV: Interior and features Although Tata hasn't officially unveiled the Harrier EV's interior, it will likely share the dashboard design with the ICE version of the Harrier. The cabin is expected to feature a black and white dual-tone colour scheme, similar to the interior aesthetics seen in the latest Nexon EV and Curvv EV models. In terms of features, many amenities will likely carry over from the standard Harrier, including a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10.25-inch fully digital instrument cluster, a panoramic sunroof, and ventilated front seats. Premium upgrades may include dual-zone climate control and a powered tailgate. Notably, the "Summon Mode" will allow the vehicle to move forward and backwards remotely via the key fob, and a passenger screen is anticipated to be part of the setup. Safety will also be prioritised, potentially offering around seven airbags, a 360-degree camera system, and Level 2 ADAS technologies for enhanced driving assistance. Tata Harrier EV: Specifications Tata Motors has confirmed that the Harrier EV will feature an all-wheel-drive, dual-motor configuration, marking the brand's inaugural all-electric SUV with this drivetrain type. While the specific battery specifications are still under wraps, it is expected to include a large battery pack capable of achieving a range exceeding 500 km on a single charge. Additionally, a more affordable variant with a single-motor, front-wheel-drive option may also be available for consumers seeking a budget-friendly alternative without sacrificing range. Tata Harrier EV: Expected price and rivals The Tata Harrier EV is anticipated to be priced at ₹ 30 lakh (ex-showroom). It will face competition from upcoming electric SUVs like the Mahindra XEV 9e and the BYD Atto 3. tata, tata motors, tata harrier ev, tata harrier ev specs, tata harrier ev features, tata harrier ev battery capacity, tata harrier ev price, tata harrier ev expected price, tata harrier ev launch, tata harrier ev range, tata harrier ev launch in india, electric vehicle, ev, harrier ev teaser, tata harrier ev teaser Check out Upcoming EV Cars in India. First Published Date: 31 May 2025, 08:30 AM IST
Hindustan Times
07-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
MG Windsor Pro launched in India at ₹17.49 lakh, challenges Tata Nexon EV, Curvv EV. How it stands against key rivals
May 07, 2025 03:21 PM IST MG Windsor has earned quite some positive response from the Indian electric buyers with its premium appeal and advanced technology-aided features. Buoyed by the positive response, the MG Windsor EV has now received a long-range variant, which comes christened as MG Windsor Pro. Launched at a price of ₹ 17.49 lakh (ex-showroom), the MG Windsor Pro gets a bigger battery pack, promising up to 449 km range on a full charge, thanks to the 52.9 kWh pack, compared to the 38 kWh battery pack that offers up to 331 km range on a single charge. MG Windsor Pro comes as a long range variant of the Windsor EV. It comes challenging Tata Nexon EV, Tata Curvv EV and Mahindra XUV400. The MG Windsor Pro will be available for booking from May 8, and the first 8,000 buyers will get the EV at the price of ₹ 17.49 lakh (ex-showroom). MG Windsor EV comes competing with rivals such as Tata Nexon EV and Tata Curvv EV. Now, with the launch of the Windsor Pro, the car manufacturer has taken the game one notch up. If you are planning to buy the MG Windsor EV and are also considering its rivals, here is what the newly launched EV and its competitors offer. MG Windsor Pro vs Tata Nexon EV vs Tata Curvv EV: Price MG Windsor Pro EV comes priced at ₹ 17.49 lakh (ex-showroom), available for the first 8,000 buyers. Expect it to be costlier after the initial offer. Tata Nexon EV comes in multiple battery pack choices and is priced between ₹ 12.49 lakh and ₹ 17.19 lakh (ex-showroom). The Tata Curvv EV is priced between ₹ 17.49 lakh and ₹ 22.24 lakh (ex-showroom). This means the MG Windsor Pro is priced costlier than the Tata Nexon EV. On the other hand, it is only comparable to the Curvv EV's base variant. MG Windsor Pro vs Tata Nexon EV vs Tata Curvv EV: Range The MG Windsor Pro offers a claimed range of 449 km with the larger 52.9 kWh battery. This means Windsor Pro offers a range more than Curvv EV 45, but less than Nexon EV 45. The Nexon EV 45 offers 489 km per charge, while the Curvv EV 45 promises 430 km on a single charge. Unlock a world of Benefits with HT! From insightful newsletters to real-time news alerts and a personalized news feed – it's all here, just a click away! -Login Now!
NDTV
04-05-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Tata Offers Discount Worth Rs 1.7 Lakh On Curvv EV, Nexon EV And More
Tata, the Indian automaker is working on boosting its sales numbers of its EV lineup. As part of its campaign the brand has now announced discounts on the and more, for the month of May. The details are provided by our dealership sources and it may vary from city to city and dealerships across the nation. Tata Punch EV Tata is offering discounts worth Rs 1.2 lakh on the MY2024 models of the Tata Punch EV. The MY2025 models of the EV get Rs 50,000 off. The Tata Punch EV is available at a starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and goes up to Rs 14.44 lakh (ex-showroom). Tata Tiago EV The Tata Tiago EV is offered with discounts worth Rs 1.3 lakh on the MY24 models. Also, the MY25 models are subjected to a discount worth Rs 50,000. The most affordable Tata EV is available at a starting price of Rs 7.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Tata Nexon EV The Tata Nexon EV is tagged at a starting price of Rs 12.49 lakh (ex-showroom) and goes up to Rs 17.19 lakh (ex-showroom). In May, Tata is offering discounts worth Rs 1.4 lakh on the MY24 models of the Nexon EV, also the MY25 models get offers worth Rs 50,000 as a loyalty bonus. Tata Curvv EV The Tata Curvv EV MY2024 models get offers worth Rs 1.7 lakh, which includes Rs 30,000 as a scrappage bonus, Rs 90,000, and Rs 50,000 as a loyalty bonus. Also, the MY25 models are available with a discount worth Rs 50,000 as a loyalty bonus.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
JSW MG Motors sets in motion up to $350 million fund raise from PE investors
JSW MG Motor India is looking to raise $300-350 million (₹2500-₹2980 crore) from institutional investors like climate focussed privte equity funds and sovereign wealth organisations, to fund expansion of its existing model line-up and augment capacity, according to people aware of the discussions. This will be the first round of external equity fund raising by India's second largest electric passenger carmaker, since the Sajjan Jindal-led JSW forged a $1.5 billion joint venture with SAIC-owned MG Motor India in March 2024. The fundraise plans come against the backdrop of a financial turnaround in its financial health in FY24 and the success of the Windsor EV , a crossover utility vehicle. In less than a year of its launch, the Windsor has replaced the Tata Nexon EV as the largest selling model in the country crossing the 20,000 units cumulative sales milestone in six months. JSW MG Motor India anticipates EVs to constitute up to 65per cent of its total sales by the end of 2025 up from 50per cent last calendar year, PTI reported earlier this month. However, the company is still loss making with cumulative losses touching ₹3,000 crores over the past five years. The company is working with its advisor to kick start the process in the coming weeks. This will also be the 2nd instance of an Indian EV maker to tap financial investors after the Tata Group raised $1 billion for their EV arm from TPG Rise and Mubadala in 2021. Mails sent to JSW Group and MG Motors India remained unanswered till press time on Tuesday. Despite heightened competition from other mainstream carmakers including Mahindra & Mahindra, Hyundai Motor India , Maruti Suzuki India , Kia Motor India and others, JSW MG plans to introduce close to five new models in the EV and internal combustion engine (ICE) segments in the current calendar year in the mass and premium end of the market, said people aware of the company's plans. On the back of improved sales volumes and cost controls on raw materials, the company's FY24 topline was ₹7900 crore, up 4.64per cent in Y-0-Y, as average selling price saw an uptick. Its profit margins saw a significant 20.73per cent bump up that resulted in a gross profit of ₹2.91 crore – a first for the company. Net losses shrunk to to ₹586 crore for the FY24 fiscal, down from ₹826 crore in the previous year, as per regulatory documents filed by the company. The most significant number that highlights the turnaround is the operating profit of ₹29,292 per vehicle, from the loss of ₹65,926 per vehicle in FY23. Industry observers say, some of the leading carmakers in India operate at 10-13per cent on the operating profit level. The company has already announced plans to invest ₹5,000 crore to enhance its product portfolio. These include the Bingo – an electric hatchback, Starlight e-sedan, Majestor, a seven seater SUV, among others. It will also launch the MG Cyberster on June 25. It would be the brand's first convertible electric sports car in India, as the company is doubling down on its EV focus. Over 85 per cent of sales in March 2025 were from electric vehicles (EVs) , including the Comet, ZS EV and Windsor models. The capex also includes a second manufacturing plant in Gujarat, aiming to increase production capacity three folds from the current over 1 lakh units per year. 'The capital raise will set a valuation benchmark and more importantly, act as growth equity as the company is looking at new vehicles, every three to six months starting September 2024,' said an official privy to management's plan, on condition of anonymity as the talks are in private domain. The company has three principal shareholders – SAIC Group of China with a 49per cent stake in the company, JSW Ventures with a 35per cent stake and Everstone Capital owning another 8per cent of the company. Employees and distributors own another 8per cent of the company. Together the Indian shareholders have a highre economic interests than the Chinese. This was part of the 2023 agreement that helped the cash strapped Chinese auto giant indigenise the business in India. According to news reports the Everstone 8per cent stake was valued at approximately ₹1,000-₹1,200 crore. The company has been planning an IPO in the next 2-3 years. Earlier the partners had outlined investment plans of $5bn by 2030 and cut costs by increasing local sourcing, including of batteries from a plant to be built in India's eastern Odisha state by JSW. JSW MG's market share during the year rose to 28.02per cent from 12.77%. The gain primarily came at the cost of market leader, Tata Motors which saw its share fall to 53.52per cent from 70.52per cent in the same period. Last September, it introduced the "Battery-as-a-Service" (BaaS) plan – allowing consumers to rent batteries -- to stimulate EV adoption further. This reduces the upfront cost of EV ownership. The BaaS plan charges 3.5 rupees/ km with a minimum monthly usage fee, addressing affordability concerns associated with electric vehicles. India's nascent EV market is slowing signs of cooling off and penetration of EVs in the overall passenger vehicle market has remained almost unchanged. Electric car sales in India advanced 11per cent to 1,07,645 units in 2024-25 over 2023-24. However, their share in the broader car market has inched only marginally to 2.6per cent from 2.3per cent in the same period, according to Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations. JSW is also planning to set up a separate car plant to roll out models under its own brand name, though it has not given much details about its investment plans. In a post on X in October, Aurangabad Industrial City, an industrial park in Maharashtra, welcomed JSW for what it said would be a $3.2billion investment set to make EVs and commercial vehicles and create 5,200 jobs.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Low maintenance, ideal for intra-city travels- Why this EV user believes electric cars are a costly, but worthy investment
My journey with an electric SUV began in April 2020, an extraordinary time as the world was grappling with the first wave of the Covid-19 pandemic. Amid lockdowns and uncertainty, I took a leap of faith and purchased a Tata Nexon EV, becoming one of the earliest EV SUV adopters in Coimbatore. I'm writing this not from the perspective of an EV technologist, but as a long-term user with over 1 lakh kilometres of real-world experience. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India stares at a 'water bomb' threat as it freezes Indus Treaty India readies short, mid & long-term Indus River plans Shehbaz Sharif calls India's stand "worn-out narrative" Despite my professional background in the EV industry, driving an electric SUV daily was a different learning experience altogether. The steepest learning curve involved understanding the real-world driving range. The range displayed on the dashboard didn't always translate accurately to what I could achieve on the road. Factors like driving style, road gradients, braking habits and ambient temperature played a significant role in range fluctuation. Over time, however, I developed a feel for the car. Today, I can predict my vehicle's actual range with a high degree of accuracy, based purely on driving and environmental conditions, and far more reliably than the software ever could. Beyond the city Though EVs are often viewed as best suited for urban commuting, I have taken my EV on regular drives to the mountainous terrains of Ooty. These steep climbs showcased the strong, low-end torque that EVs are known for, often outperforming internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts. On the descent from Ooty to Mettupalayam, regenerative braking consistently restored over 40% of the battery charge. These trips reaffirmed that EVs are not just eco-friendly alternatives, but are powerful, reliable and road-trip ready. Low maintenance, high satisfaction In five years, I've clocked nearly 1 lakh km, averaging about 160 km a day. Maintenance costs? Astonishingly low. Apart from replacing all four tyres once and paying a one-time service bill of Rs.8,800, everything else was covered under warranty. Compared to ICE vehicles, which require regular oil changes, filters, and engine tune-ups, EVs offer a cleaner, simpler, and more affordable ownership experience, especially over the long term. Live Events Costly start, but worth it When I bought the EV, there were no subsidies for personal electric vehicles. As a result, I paid around Rs.6 lakh more than I would have for an equivalent ICE SUV from the same brand. The initial investment was significant and difficult to justify strictly from a return on investment (ROI) perspective, at the time. However, the savings in fuel, minimal maintenance, and long-term battery performance have balanced the scales. My battery's state of charge (SOC) still reads 100%, a testament to both the quality of battery and my slow, consistent charging practices. With falling battery prices and improved domestic manufacturing, true price parity isn't far off. Room for improvement: software, charging, features Despite the positives, some areas still need attention. Software updates: One major inconvenience is the need to visit the service centre for routine software updates. Over-the-air (OTA) updates should be standard in 2025. For a tech-forward product, this manual process is surprisingly outdated. Range prediction: While I've learned to interpret the displayed range, non-technical users might find it inaccurate and confusing. Enhancing the range estimation algorithm would greatly improve the user experience. Charging challenges: In India, poor earthing at public or ad-hoc charging spots is a recurring issue. To tackle this, I built a portable earthing kit that has helped me in many remote locations. I also carry my own extension cord and power meter, allowing me to pay fairly while charging at cafes or resorts. Charger feedback: Current chargers communicate problems through vague blinking LEDs. A simple display or app-based diagnostics would prevent unnecessary trips to service centres. A more user-friendly troubleshooting interface is long overdue. Missing safety features : Features like tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), 360-degree camera, blind spot detection, and a basic radar could have made the vehicle significantly safer, without a substantial cost increase. These are now becoming standard in ICE vehicles and should be prioritised in EVs too. Charging habit: slow, sustainable In five years, I have never used a DC fast charger. My routine includes home and office charging, which has proven sufficient for my needs. I believe this slow, consistent charging method is partly why my battery health remains excellent. It also highlights an important point: most EV users don't need fast charging every day. Proper planning and accessible AC charging are often more practical and sustainable. Ideal city companion For someone who primarily uses their vehicle for intra-city travel, I can confidently say that four-wheel personal EVs are the ideal urban solution. They are clean, quiet, responsive and cost-effective. Yes, there have been hiccups along the way, but that's part of adopting any emerging technology. India's EV ecosystem is evolving fast. With better charging infrastructure, smarter software, and more affordable models on the horizon, EVs will become the default choice for many. My five-year journey with my EV has been nothing short of excellent, and I'm excited for the road ahead. The Author is CEO, ARAM
