Electric Cars In India

Electric Cars In India

Electric cars are the future of transportation across the globe. While there has been some path breaking progress made in electric cars technology, India is not behind in this race. Realizing the importance of using alternate fuels to power cars, lots of R&D is being done in this direction to come up with an efficient and economical technology. A number of automobile companies have developed their variants of electric cars. The concept of electric cars boasts off the idea of eco-friendly beauties across the world.

Here is a list of some electric cars running or expected on Indian roads.

Reva

Reva holds reputation as India's first electric car. Rolled out in 2001, Reva offers affordability with the lowest running and maintenance cost An efficient Energy Management system (EMS) avoids the problem of over discharging and helps in better maintenance. Safety features include steel space frame, side impact beams, dent-proof ABS body panels, a low voltage system, and a dual-braking system.

Top Sped - 80 kmph

Seating Capacity - 2 adults and 2 kids

Mileage - 80 km (Standard Model), 60km (Higher Models)

Variants - REVAi Standard, REVAi AC and REVAi Classe

Price - 3.31 lakhs to 5.19 lakhs

Tata Indica Vista - Electric

Tata motors are also upfront in this new race of cars in India. There are plans to role out an electric variant for Tata's best selling car in India. Indica Vista - electric was displayed in Delhi Auto Expo 2010 and has super polymer lithium ion batteries. ,These powerful batteries will make Vista electric more powerful and faster than its gasoline and diesel variants. Impressive power, torque and acceleration figures make Tata Indica Vista - electric - a car of the future.

Top Sped - 151 kmph

Seating Capacity - 4

Mileage - 200 km

Expected - 2011

Price - 6 lakhs to 7 lakhs

Mitsubishi E-car

Japanese car manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors is also geared up for India's upcoming automobile market making its electric car. Planned to be powered by lithium-ion batteries that can be charged up to 80 per cent in 30 minutes with a special charging system, the Mitsubshi e-car would have a motor placed at the back of the car.

Top Sped - 90 kmph

Seating Capacity - 2 adults and 2 kids

Mileage - 90 km

Expected - 3012

E - Nano

Carrying the tag of world's cheapest car, Tata Nano is all set to set top transmit a high voltage spark in electric car market also. The E-Nano will come in association with Norwegian electric car specialist Miljoebil Grenland. Expected to be launched in 2010, E-Nano rides high on the expectation of customers after a huge success of Tata Nano.

Hero Electric

* Proposed Design (Not Finalized)

India's largest cycle manufacturer - Hero motors is also planning to enter the electric car segment with their new car. Company has plans to revolutionize the electric car segment by replacing the use of conventional batteries with capacitors for instant charging. The car is expected to be launched by 2013.

By : Saranjeet Singh

New Maruti Wagon R - 'The Blue Eyed Boy'

Reasons to Buy New Maruti Wagon R - "The Blue Eyed Boy"

Maruti has launched an all new 'avtaar' of its second best selling car - Maruti Wagon R. After a successful run on Indian roads with the old model, of this hatchback car, Wagon R has got a new makeover. Keeping at par with changing trends, Maruti has re-structured this smart car into a stylish & powerful hatchback.

Here are reasons to opt for new Maruti Wagon R - 'The Blue Eyed Boty'

Grown Up Age Of Wagon R

The dimensions of old Wagon R have been done away with an all new set of vital measures. The new Wagon R has grown up into a bigger, taller and wider boy with an increased length, width and height. Likewise, the wheelbase has also been increased to 2,400 mm – the longest in its class. Read detailed experts review on new Maruti Wagon R to explore the difference.

Hub of technology

The new Maruti Wagon R is a hub of latest technology in automobile market. A cluster of new technical advancements like a new transmission with cable-type gearshift and a superior suspension technology takes it above all other cars in the segment. The new Wagon R rolls against other heavyweights like Hyundai Santro Xing, Hyundi i10, Tata Indica etc.

Stylish & Roomy interiors

The interiors of old Wagon R have been totally revamped to give a sense of comfort in interiors.The dual color dashboard can be matched with a variety of color options offered by the company for its interiors. A stylish central console and a swift steering add to its value. Other features like easy to use switches for the music system, an aux-in for iPod, more effective a.c and increased legroom make new Wagon R, a true value for money. Compare the blue eyed boy of Maruti with other cars in the segment to get more details.

Fuel Efficient Engine

Maruti has given more than a makeover to its blue eyed boy. Driven by 998cc KB-Series MPFI Petrol Engine, the new Wagon R promises a high mileage of 18.9 kmpl and is capable of developing 67 PS of max power at 6200 rpm and 90 Nm of max torque at 3500 rpm. Other highlights of new Wagon R's power and performance includes a smart distributor less ignition and a high pressure semi-return fuel system. All these factors take it at par with Maruti Alto, Chevrolet Spark and other high fuel efficient cars.

Blue Eyed Factor

New Maruti Wagon R drives on latest feature of an elegant blue eyed parking indicator in the headlamp cluster, hence got its name. Besides this, blistering colors like Silky Silver, Baker’s Chocolate, Superior White, Midnight Black, Fire Back Red, Breeze Blue and Blistering Grey add to its charm.

Get a new Wagon R and drive this 'Blue Eyed Boy' to your garage in Rs. 3.28 to 3.81 lakhs.

By : Saranjeet Singh