Tata Motors launched a latest member, Tiago.ev, in its EV ensemble today in Mumbai, India. Tata Motors states that this EV comes with special introductory prices starting at INR 0.849 million (all India - ex-showroom) for the first 10,000 customers (of which 2000 will be reserved for the current owners of Nexon EV and Tigor EV).

The Tiago.ev comes with leatherette seats, a contrast roof, fully automatic climate control as standard, projector headlamps and cruise control. It also offers customers rain-sensing wipers, auto head lamps, electric ORVMs with auto fold, push button start/stop, along with a puncture repair kit to be used during emergencies, as per the automotive manufacturing company.

Introducing its entry-level electric offering, Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd, said, “Having pioneered the EV market in India, we have successfully led its growth and penetration over the last couple of years. We believe ‘now’ is the right time to fast forward the ongoing revolution towards the future of mobility by introducing vehicles that will encourage the rapid adoption of EVs. With the launch of the Tiago.ev, India’s first electric hatchback, the nation can take a giant leap forward in the quest for safe, clean and green mobility. It is an ideal fun hatch, which offers premium, safety and technology features, an eco-friendly footprint, spirited performance, all made even more desirable with the added advantage of low cost of ownership.”

Giving more details, Chandra said that this latest EV car by Tata Motors will be the first in its segment to offer best-in-class connected features as standard across all trims, that are usually offered in more premium cars. He mentioned, “It comes with two options of battery packs and four different charging solutions, enabling customers to choose the combination that best serves their mobility needs. With its thrilling, yet easy to drive experience amidst a luxurious ambience, the Tiago.ev is likely to become the favourite car of every family member.”

He added, “Furthermore, with an aim to make our EVs more accessible, with this launch, we are entering 80 new cities, expanding our network to more than 165 cities. We are confident that this move will help more and more customers embrace EVs as their preferred mode for personal mobility. We remain focused to play our role in fulfilling India’s commitment towards reducing carbon footprint from auto emissions, and will offer more choice to customers with a portfolio of 10 EVs, by 2026.”

The EV architecture
According to Tata Motors, the Tiago.ev is based on the Ziptron technology, the company’s in-house developed high voltage architecture, designed for Indian driving and weather conditions in India. Ziptron stands by five key pillars – performance, technology, reliability, charging and comfort – and Tiago.ev stands strong on the same, claims the automobile manufacturer.

Battery offers
A per Tata Motors, this latest EV by them is offered in multiple combinations of IP67 rated battery packs (water and dust resistant) and charging options, including a 24kWh battery pack, delivering a Modified Indian Driving Cycle (MIDC) range of 315 kilometres for longer daily driving needs, and a 19.2kWh battery pack, for short and frequent trips. This delivers an estimated MIDC range of 250 kilometres, claims Tata Motors. The battery and motor also come with a warranty of eight years or 160,000 kilometres.

Charging solutions
Tata Motors states that the Tiago.ev comes with four different charging solutions, as below – 

1. A 15A plug point, for hassle-free charging.

2. A standard 3.3 kW AC charger.

3. A 7.2kW AC home fast charger, which can add a range of 35 kilometres with 30 minutes of charging. It also aids full charging of the vehicle (from 10 percent to 100 percent) in 3 hours and 36 minutes

4. DC fast charging, which can add a range of 110 kilometres with 30 minutes of charging. Plus, it can charge from 10 percent to 80 percent in 57 minutes.

Connected features
The EV car, according to Tata Motors, also offers telematics as a standard feature on all trims. The ZConnect app will offer 45 connected car features, from remote AC On/Off (with temperature settings) to smart watch connectivity to real time charge status and more. Plus, there is also an 8-speaker Harman Infotainment System, with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity included, claims Tata Motors.

The safety factor
Besides, as per Tata Motors, the Tiago.ev offers hill start and descent assist for ease of driving on inclines, DRLs and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (iTPMS), adding to its safety quotient. Featuring a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor, it delivers a peak output of 55kw and an instant full torque delivery of 114 Nm. What’s more, the automobile manufacturer states that the EV vehicle accelerates from 0 to 60 kmph in 5.7 seconds.

Other features
The Tiago.ev is available in five colour options – teal blue, daytona grey, pristine white, midnight plum and tropical mist. Additionally, the electric car comes in two driving modes – City and Sport, along with four levels of regen settings in each of the drive modes. Furthermore, it delivers a one pedal-like driving experience with level 3 regen settings, according to Tata Motors.

Bookings for the Tiago.ev will start on 10 October, 2022. Tata Motors states that customers can reserve their car by paying a booking amount of INR 21000 at any authorised Tata Motors dealership or on the website. Deliveries are scheduled to commence from January 2023.

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American electric vehicle manufacturer Lucid Group has announced a revised model lineup for its Lucid Gravity SUV in Europe. The updated structure consists of four trim levels: Gravity Touring, Gravity Touring Plus, Gravity Grand Touring and Gravity Grand Touring Ultimate.

The EV maker has expanded standard equipment across all variants, which sees the DreamDrive 2 Premium driver assistance package included as standard, featuring High Beam Assist, Lane Departure Protection, Blind Spot Display and 3D Surround View Monitoring.

From the Touring Plus level upward, vehicles feature a 7-seat layout alongside additional cabin equipment including power rear side window sunshades, soft-close doors, a heated steering wheel, heated windscreen wipers and heated second-row seating.

Lawrence Hamilton, President of Europe, Lucid, said, “The updated Lucid Gravity lineup gives European customers a clearer way to choose the SUV that best fits their needs. With more technology, comfort and convenience features included as standard across the range, Gravity offers an even stronger combination of space, performance, efficiency and advanced technology.”

The entry-level Gravity Touring features an 89 kWh battery pack, delivering an output of 418 kW and a WLTP combined range of up to 545 kilometres. Pricing in Germany starts at EUR 94,900, with monthly leasing rates beginning at EUR 949 including VAT. The Gravity Touring Plus incorporates the seven-seat configuration and interior features, starting at EUR 99,900 in Germany or EUR 999 per month on lease.

The higher-specification Gravity Grand Touring utilises a 123 kWh battery, producing 617 kW to achieve a claimed zero-to-100 kmph acceleration time of 3.6 seconds and a WLTP range of up to 739 kilometres. This trim includes massage seating, 230V power package and faster charging capabilities. Prices in Germany start at EUR 119,900, with leasing from EUR 1,199 per month.

At the top of the range, the Gravity Grand Touring Ultimate incorporates the DreamDrive 2 Pro suite, air suspension, rear-wheel steering, a 22-speaker audio system, and leather upholstery, starting at EUR 147,500 or EUR 1,475 per month on lease. Orders for all four variants have opened, with customer deliveries across European markets scheduled to begin in autumn 2026.

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EV charging network ChargeZone and inter-city bus operator Fresh Bus have announced an expansion of their commercial partnership. As per the agreement, Fresh Bus will deploy 400 additional electric buses operating on ChargeZone's charging infrastructure.

The expansion increases the fleet supported by ChargeZone infrastructure from 100 to 500 buses. The operations will cover 20 cities and 17 towns across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana over the next 15 months.

To support the fleet, ChargeZone will add 30 MW of charging capacity to its existing 10 MW dedicated infrastructure for Fresh Bus, bringing total capacity for the operator to 40 MW.

The installation forms part of ChargeZone’s target to add 200 MW of capacity across its network. The expanded operations are projected to supply 100 million units of energy annually and accommodate over 20,000 daily passenger trips.

Kartikey Hariyani, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, ChargeZone, said, "India's EV transition will not be driven by personal vehicles alone. Commercial mobility, particularly intercity public transport, can play a critical role in taking electrification to scale because these vehicles operate frequently, travel longer distances and depend on predictable infrastructure. Our partnership with Fresh Bus has shown that when charging capacity, uptime and energy availability are built around the needs of fleet operations, operators can scale electric mobility with greater confidence. This expansion is about taking that proven model to more routes and demonstrating how charging infrastructure can enable intercity public transport to electrify at scale."

Sudhakar Reddy, Founder, Fresh Bus, said, “When we started Fresh Bus, the biggest question wasn't whether passengers would choose electric intercity travel, it was whether the charging infrastructure could keep pace with a growing fleet running every day, across every corridor. Our partnership with ChargeZone has answered that question. The reliability of their network is what has allowed us to move from proving the model to scaling it with confidence. Expanding to 500 buses and 40 MW of dedicated charging capacity is not just a fleet decision, it's a statement that electric intercity travel can be dependable, affordable, and ready for the passengers. This is what public electric mobility in India should look like: comfortable for the commuter, sustainable for the planet, and built to scale.”

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Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast recently outlined its driver-assistance technology roadmap, global supply chain strategy and financial targets during the Bloomberg Sustainable Business Summit.

Speaking at the event, Anne Pham, Head of International Capital Development at parent company Vingroup, detailed the automaker's phased approach to vehicle autonomy. VinFast's current vehicle lineup operates at Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), providing functions such as adaptive cruise control and lane-centering. The company plans to transition to Level 2+ and Level 2++ capabilities in upcoming vehicle generations, extending automated assistance features while maintaining driver supervision. Each phase of the software rollout will rely on real-world data validation prior to deployment.

Addressing international operations and supply chain management, Pham highlighted the company's regional manufacturing expansion outside Vietnam, including facilities built in India and Indonesia to serve as production and export bases.

“We have taken several steps to ensure that we are investing for the future,” said Pham.

Regarding trade dynamics and international market presence, Pham confirmed that the manufacturer's operational plans for North America remain active.

Pham said, “VinFast currently has sales in various parts of the world, including North America and the United States. Our U.S. sales plans remain on course.”

Commentary on global market conditions focused on energy sector fluctuations and regulatory policies as drivers for electric vehicle adoption rates.

Pham averred, “The transition to EVs has benefited not only from regulatory support around the world, but also from market volatility.”

On financial performance metrics and profitability targets, Pham indicated that the automaker expects its domestic operations to achieve profitability within three years.

Pham concluded, “We are on track to break even in Vietnam by 2027.”

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Youdha has unveiled the EPOD-Bharat, a limited-edition hand-painted version of its L5 electric passenger three-wheeler. The electric three-wheeler was displayed at the Bharat Vyapar Mahotsav at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.

The exterior artwork draws inspiration from Warli art, featuring depictions of rural life, nature and community gatherings. The initiative combines traditional Indian art forms with commercial electric vehicle manufacturing.

The base EPOD vehicle is powered by a 6 kW motor generating 50 Nm of torque, paired with an 11.8 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery pack. The powertrain delivers a certified range of up to 227 kilometres per charge and includes City and Boost driving modes. The chassis provides a 300 mm water-wading depth for operation across varied road conditions.

Priced from INR 320,000, the passenger three-wheeler targets self-employed drivers and commercial fleet operators. Production takes place at Youdha’s assembly plant in Kashipur, Uttarakhand, which maintains an annual manufacturing capacity of 100,000 units.

Ayush Lohia, Chief Executive Officer, Youdha, said, “EPOD-Bharat is our tribute to the spirit of Bharat and to the women and artisans whose creativity and resilience continue to shape our country. We wanted to bring traditional Indian art onto a modern electric mobility platform, creating a vehicle that represents both our heritage and our aspirations for the future.”

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