April 2023 – TECH 'N WHEELZ

Yulu launches Wynn electric scooter with 68km range in India at INR 55,555/-

29Apr

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Yulu launches Wynn electric scooter with 68km range in India at INR 55,555/-

Yulu, the Indian electric vehicle manufacturer, has launched the Wynn, a new electric scooter, at an introductory price of INR 55,555. Later the scooter will be priced at INR 59,999. The company is accepting bookings for the scooter at INR 999, and it comes with a one-year warranty from the date of purchase. The Yulu Wynn is a petite, quirky-looking scooter with a 250W motor that offers a top speed of 24.9kmph and a claimed range of 68km from its fully charged 19.3Ah LFP battery. The scooter has a maximum payload of 100kg and a seat height of 740mm, making it an accessible option for a wide range of riders. The Wynn also comes with features like family sharing, where the scooter can be shared by up to 5 members, keyless access, and LED lighting for the headlamp. Additionally,...

Mahindra Bolero MaXX HD launched as a replacement for the Big Bolero. Prices start from INR 9.26 lakh (ex-showroom).

27Apr

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Mahindra Bolero MaXX HD launched as a replacement for the Big Bolero. Prices start from INR 9.26 lakh (ex-showroom).

Mahindra, one of India's leading automotive manufacturers, has announced the launch of its new Bolero MaXX Pik-Up range, which comprises two model lines - the City and the HD - with a total of 12 variants. The Bolero MaXX range is priced starting from INR 7.85 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Bolero MaXX City 1.3 LX CBC and goes up to INR 10.33 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Bolero MaXX HD 2.0L LX. The Bolero MaXX Pik-Up HD range, designed for inter-city use, comes with a powerful 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine that produces 80bhp and 220Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed gearbox. There are four variants available in the HD range, with differences in the size of the load-carrying bed and payload capacity. The HD 1.3 has a payload capacity of 1,250kg and a cargo bed measuring 2,765mm in lengt...

How do the MG Comet EV and Tata Tiago EV stack up as affordable electric cars for city driving?

27Apr

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How do the MG Comet EV and Tata Tiago EV stack up as affordable electric cars for city driving?

After much anticipation, MG Motor India has unveiled the prices of the Comet EV, which starts at INR 7.98 lakh (ex-showroom). With this launch, the MG Comet EV becomes India's most affordable electric vehicle, beating the Tata Tiago EV by INR 71,000. In terms of appearance, the MG Comet EV stands out due to its distinctive three-door design and tall-boy styling, which includes connected LED light bars on the front and rear, chrome design elements, and aerodynamic wheel covers. The Comet EV also offers several customization options, including a dual-tone paint job and poppy color choices, which are sure to appeal to young buyers. Despite its compact size, the MG Comet EV doesn't compromise on space, with MG claiming that even six-footers can sit comfortably. On the other hand, the Tata T...

Tata Altroz iCNG bookings open. Gets Twin Cylinder CNG for uncompromised boot space

19Apr

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Tata Altroz iCNG bookings open. Gets Twin Cylinder CNG for uncompromised boot space

Tata Motors has officially opened bookings for the Altroz iCNG. Interested customers can book the CNG version of the premium hatchback for a token amount of INR 21,000. Prices of the Altroz iCNG is likely to be announced early next month. Unveiled at the Auto Expo 2023 in January 2023, the Altroz iCNG comes with twin cylinder CNG technology where the cylinders are placed below the luggage area bringing practical usable boot space to CNG owners. The total water capacity of CNG tanks is 60 litres (Each cylinder has 30 litres capacity). The Altroz iCNG is powered by a 1.2-litre, three-cylinder engine that’s paired to a 5-speed manual gearbox. In petrol mode, this powertrain puts out 86hp and 113Nm of torque whereas in CNG mode it puts out 77hp and 97Nm. It also gets safety fe...

Volkswagen ID.7 all-electric sedan production version unveiled

19Apr

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Volkswagen ID.7 all-electric sedan production version unveiled

Volkswagen has unveiled the production version of the new ID.7 all-electric sedan. The German carmaker says it is its first global electric model for the upper mid-size segment. The brand also claims that the large, sleek sedan - ID.7 sets new benchmarks for efficiency with its 700km of range as per the WLTP cycle. The design of the new Volkswagen ID.7 was already partly revealed in teasers from earlier this year, but it’s now dropped the camouflage. The ID.7 sports a familiar face that we’ve come to see on Volkswagen’s ID. models. The all-electric mid-size sedan is almost five metres long and Volkswagen paid close attention to its aerodynamics. It has a much more athletic and swoopy shape than cars like the Volkswagen ID.4. The aerodynamic design also results in a low drag coeffici...

Maruti Suzuki’s New 1.2L Super Carry launched. Records impressive sales of 158,000 units

18Apr

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Maruti Suzuki’s New 1.2L Super Carry launched. Records impressive sales of 158,000 units

Maruti Suzuki has lauhnched an upgraded version of its Super Carry CV, featuring a 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder, K-Series dual jet, dual VVT engine which powers the Wagon R, Swift, Baleno, and the upcoming Fronx. With a maximum power output of 59.4kW (80.7ps) at 6000rpm and 104.4 Nm torque at 2900rpm in petrol, the new engine offers a substantial improvement over the existing model's 54kW and 98 Nm. The CNG variant produces 52.7 kW (71.6 ps) at 6000rpm and 95 Nm at 2800rpm. The new engine is paired with an upgraded five-speed manual transmission that offers better gradeability, making it easier to drive up steeper gradients than the existing model. The Super Carry's maximum payload capacity is 740kg in petrol and 625kg in CNG. Maruti Suzuki has also launched a new C...

Euler Motors launches New HiLoad EV cargo three-wheeler with 170km range

12Apr

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Euler Motors launches New HiLoad EV cargo three-wheeler with 170km range

Euler Motors has recently launched the advanced 2023 version of its HiLoad EV, boasting the highest battery pack and range among three-wheeler cargo vehicles. With an industry-leading 13kWh battery pack, the new HiLoad EV 2023 offers an ARAI-certified range of 170km (100-120km real range) and a 30% higher payload capacity of 688kg. The company claims that the HiLoad EV can generate 30% more earnings than any other cargo three-wheeler in India. Designed for institutional and e-commerce customers, the new HiLoad is equipped with an optional 170 cubic feet load body in addition to the 120 cubic feet variant. The vehicle features wider windshields and slider windows for improved driver ergonomics, new halogen headlamps for enhanced visibility in low-light and foggy conditions, 20...

Odysse Vader electric motorcycle launched starting at INR 1.09 lakh; Features 7-inch Android display

1Apr

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Odysse Vader electric motorcycle launched starting at INR 1.09 lakh; Features 7-inch Android display

Odysse Electric Vehicles has introduced its second electric motorcycle, named the Odysse Vader, which is equipped with a 4bhp electric motor and is priced from INR 1.09 lakh (ex-showroom, Ahmedabad). The Vader has a design similar to a naked motorcycle of 150-200cc, such as the Bajaj Pulsar, but with an electric motor housed in a boxy structure. The Vader has an ordinary appearance, featuring LED lighting, a headlamp cowl, alloy wheels, and body graphics, and is available in five colours: midnight blue, fiery red, glossy black, venom green, and misty grey. The Vader offers 18 litres of storage space and a 7-inch Android screen that provides phone connectivity via Bluetooth, Google map navigation, and integrated music apps. Additionally, the EV motorcycle has IoT capabilities via a m...