Author: Sandeep Sarkar

Key Highlights

• Honda Activa e debuts in India
• Two variants launched
• Packs dual swappable battery module
• Will offer up to 102 km range

Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India has finally after all the wait have launched the Activa e in India. The first electric scooter from the company is based on the iconic Activa ICE blending modern and classic aesthetics combined with all-electric powertrain. Honda has launched the Activa e in two variants both packed with a swappable battery module offering a range of up to 102 km.

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Honda Activa e E-Scooter Design And Feature Highlights

Th Honda Activa e brings along a familiar yet new design approach. Based on the Activa ICE’s design, the subtle tweaks such as the inclusion of an all-LED headlamp and tail setup combined with smiling DRLs. The floorboard design is flat, a grabrail at the rear, and 12-inch diamond cut alloy wheels adds to the design highlights.

The Activa e has a 7-inch digital intrument cluster for navigation and other . The TFT panel will get real-time connectivity with Honda RoadSync Duo app. The electric variant of the Activa be compatible with Honda H-Smart key that will allow additional set of features including Smart Find, Smart Safe, Smart Unlock, and Smart Start.

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Honda Activa e Powertrain

Honda Activa Electric	Powertrain
Motor	PMSM
Output	6 kW
Torque	22 Nm
Battery	1.5 kWh (dual)
Range	Up to 102 km
Top Speed	80 kmph
Riding modes	Eco, Sport, Standard

Honda Activa e comes equipped with dual swappable batteries each measuring 1.5 kWh delivering up to 102 km range. Customers will be able to swap the batteries at Honda’s BEX swapping stations for convenience. The Activa e is underpinned by a PMSM electric motor that produces 6 kW of peak power and a peak torque of 22 Nm.

It comes with three ride modes including Eco, Standard, and Sport. The top speed of the Activa e maxes out at 80 kmph, while the accelerations speeds from 0- 60 kmph is 7.3 seconds.

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Honda Activa e Price And Availability

Honda has not revealed the Activa e electric scooter prices yet. However, the deliveries are said to commence from February 2025. The e-scooter will be initially made available in Tier 1 cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru.

Key Highlights

• Ola launches new e-scooter lineups
• S1X and Giz e-scooter models announced
• Price starts at Rs. 39,999
• Booking also commenced at Rs. 499

Ola Electric amidst all the controversies have decided to expand its e-scooter fleet. The E2W manufacturer has introduced four models in the new S1 Z and GiG electric scooters. Both e-scooter range are targeted at specific consumer segment and have been launched with affordable price range starting at just Rs. 39,999.

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Ola S1 Z E-Scooter Highlights

Ola S1 Z is launched for the daily urban commuters featuring a subtle design overall. It is equipped with dual battery pack (1.5 KWh) with which it achieves a range of 146 km per charge. This budget e-scooter mounts a 2.9 kWh hub motor and can reach a top speed of 70 kmph. It accelerates from 0-40 kmph in 4.8 seconds.

The second model in this series is the S1 Z Plus which uses the same powertrain as the standard S1Z electric scooter. However, it offers an additional payload capacity and also gets Power Pod with which the battery can double up as inverter.

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Ola Gig E-Scooter Highlights

Just like the S1 Z, Ola has introudced two models in the Gig series. This e-scooter lineup is targeting daily hustlers who need short-distance commuter options. The Gig electric scooter packs a 1.5 kWh removable battery pack and can reach up to 112 km on a full charge. It’s a low-speed e-scooter reaching a maximum speed of 25 kmph.

On the other hand, the Giz Plus offers slightly better range delivery and also has higher payload capacity compared to the standard Gig. It also runs at a higher speed of 45 kmph and can cover up to 145 km on a full charge.

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Ola S1 Z, Gig E-Scooter Lineup India Price, Pre-Bookings

Ola Gig e-scooter is the most affordable variant priced at just Rs. 39,999, while the Gig Plus comes with Rs. 49,999 price label. The Ola S1 Z electric scooter is launched at Rs. 59,999 and the S1 Z Plus comes with Rs. 69,999 price tag. Bookings for both Ola S1 Z and Gig series are active on the company’s official website with a token amount of Rs. 499.

Key Highlights

• Mahindra unveils XEV 9e electric SUV
• New coupe-style e-SUV rivaling Tata Curvv EV
• Announced with dual battery pack options
• Priced starting at Rs. 21.90 lakh

Mahindra has officially taken the wraps of its highly anticipated BE and XEV electric SUV lineup. The debutant vehicles in these series are the BE 6e and the XEV 9e priced starting at Rs. 18.90 lakh (BE 6e) and Rs. 21.90 lakh (XEV 9e). We have covered the top highlights of the BE 6e and in the previous article and this one highlights the top features of the XEV 9e.

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Mahindra XEV 9e Exteriors

Mahindra XEV 9e is designed coupe-style with a prominently sloping roofline. It has an illuminated Infinity logo unlike the BE logo present on the BE 6e. The fascia of the XEV 9e includes vertical LED projector headlamps and LED DRLs, while the side profile gets the same flush-fit door handles.

The alloy wheels are aero-inspired and have dual-tone finish. At the rear, the XEV 9e electric SUV features connected LED tail lamp setup and have inverted U-shaped LED DRLs. The rear panel also features the illuminated Infinity logo.

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Mahindra XEV 9e Interiors

Cabin design is almost similar to the BE 6e with including the dash board layout. However, the XEV 9e has an additional screen (triple screen layout). The XEV 9e’s cabin also has the same two-spoke steering wheel but gets an illuminated infinity logo instead of BE as the BE 6e.

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Mahindra XEV 9e Powertrain

Mahindra XEV 9e	Powertrain
Platform	INGLO
Power Output	228 bhp
Torque	380 Nm
Battery	59 kWh and 79 kWh
Range	Up to 656 km per charge
Acceleration	0-100 kmph in 6.8 seconds

Driving the XEV 9e is the same INGLO platform as the BE 6e. Battery pack options are also dual including a 59 kWh and a 79 kWh offering up to 656 range (ARAI-certified) per charge. This e-SUV model is also introduced with single RWD drivetrain option with the power output being 228 bhp and torque being 380 Nm (same as BE 6e). The charging speeds offered with the 140 kW fast DC chargr is 20 minutes for 20- 80 percent charge. Accelaration speeds which the XEV 9e achieves is 6.8-seconds for 0- 100 kmph.

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Mahindra XEV 9e India Price, Pre-Bookings Details

The Mahindra XEV 9e has arrived with a starting price tag of Rs. 21.90 lakh (ex showroom) for the base variant with 59 kWh battery pack. The pre-bookings and deliveries are expected to begin from February and March 2025 respectively.

Key Highlights

• Mahindra introduces BE 6e and XUV 9e e-SUVs
• Both models based on new INGLO platform
• Lifetime battery warranty for private registrations and first owners

Indian automotive giant Mahindra has brought in the most hyped electric SUVs – the BE 6e and the XEV 9e. These two models are officially the first in the XEV and the BE EV sub-brands underpinned by the latest INGLO platform. The Mahindra BE 6e and th XEV 9e comes with a sporty design, lush interiors, and advanced smart tech. Here are the design and feature highlights of the XEV 9e and the BE 6e electric SUVs.

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Mahindra BE 6e: Design Highlights (Exteriors)

The Mahindra BE 6e gets a futuristic sporty design with an angular bonnet. It also flaunts sharp cuts and creases and features LED projector headlamps (horizontal placement) and C-shaped LED DRLs and connected LED light bar. Upfront, there is also an illuminated BE logo, a silver skid plate and LED fog lamps.

The BE 6e’s side profile also features modern elements such as flush-fitted door handles, and C-pillar mounted door handles on the rear door. The tail lamp of the BE 6e is also C-shaped similar to the DRLs. However, the rear profile doesn’t get connected LED lamp setup.

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Mahindra BE 6e Interiors

Mahindra BE 6e’s interiors gets a minimilastic yet an upmarket feel. The cabin of the BE 6e features a 2-spoke steering wheel integrated with an illuminated BE logo. It has dual-screen setup (infotainment and driver display). The driving mode and gear dials are mounted on the centre console that extends till the centre armrest. 

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Mahindra BE 6e Powertrain

Mahindra BE 6e	Powertrain
Motor output	288 bhp
Torque	380 Nm
Battery	59 kWh, 79 kWh
Range	Up to 682 km (ARAI certified)
Charging time	20-80 percent in 20 minutes
Acceleration	0- 100 kmph in 6.7 seconds

The Mahindra BE 6e is underpinned by the latest INGLO platform. It comes with RWD with the motor pack linked to a 59 kWh and a 79 kWh battery. This e-SUV churns out 288 bhp of peak power and up to 380 Nm of peak torque. With a 175 kWh fast DC charger, the BE 6e will take around 20 minutes for a refuel from 20- 80 percent. It sprints from 0- 100 kmph in just 6.7 seconds. 

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Mahindra BE 6e Price In India

Key Highlights

• Mahindra BE 6e, XUV 9e battery details revealed
• Charging durations also teased
• Both models to be launched with dual battery pack options
• Prices to be announced on November 26

Mahindra XEV 9e and the BE 6e are the most talked e-SUV models of the town. Due for an unveiling during the Unlimit India event, both new e-SUVs are expected to bring solid heat to the electric SUV market in India. The company recently teased the capabilities of the INGLO platform that will be underpinning the XEV 9e and the BE 6e. And now, the battery and charging details of the new Mahindra e-SUVs have been revealed.

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Mahindra BE 6e, XEV 9e Battery, Charging, Expected Range

We already are aware of the INGLO platform that will be driving the Mahindra XEV 9e and the Be 6e. In the latest teaser, the brand has revealed the battery details. As previously revealed, the INLGLO platform will be utilizing an LFP (Lithium iron phosphate) battery pack. And both the XEV 9e and the BE 6e wiill be introduced with dual battery pack options.

The base variant of the BE 6e and the XEV 9e will be using a 59 kWh battery, while the higher-spec variant will be loaded with the bigger 79 kWh battery pack. Additionally, Mahindra has confirmed that both the new electric SUVs will be compatible with 175 kW fast DC charging allowing a battery recharge from 20- 80 percent within just 20 minutes.

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Mahindra BE 6e, XEV 9e Prices To Be Revealed Tomorrow

Mahindra is hosting the Unlimit India event tomorrow where the final showcasing of both BE 6e and the XEV 9e will be done. It is expected that Mahindra will also reveal the official pricing of these two electric SUVs tomorrow itself. It remains to be seen of the bookings also commence soon or a few months later.

Key Highlights

• Ather launches new warranty package
• Called Eight70 Warranty program
• Applicable for up to 8 years or 80,000 km

Ather Energy looks like is focusing majorly on e-scooter warranty and service packages instead of launching a new product this year. The company recently released the Ather Care Service package for the 450 and Rizta e-scooter owners and now has come up with a new warranty program. Ather has now introdcued ‘Eight70’ Warranty program for the Rizta and 450 electric scooter range which brings along several benefits for battery servicing and replacements.

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Ather Eight70 Warranty: What All Are The Benefits?

The Ather Eight70 Warranty package is introduced specifically for the Rizta and 450 series electric scooter customers offering them benefits on battery servicing and replacement. This program will be giving the Rizta and 450 series electric scooter owners a minimum of 70 percent battery health assurance for up to 8 years or 80,000 km depending on the one that comes fist.

The Eight70 warranty can be purchased at Rs. 4,999. As for as the services covered in this program, there is a full coverage against manufacturing defects and failures, 70 percent battery health assurance, no claim rejection caused due to the high discharge of the battery cells (happens when e-scooter is not charged since long or is left idle for long.

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What All Is Not Covered In Eight70 Warranty Package?

Ather has also confirmed the list of points when this Eight 70 Warranty will not be applicable. This will include any damage caused to the battery due to any customer negligence and any kind of modification or alteration done to the battery pack which essentially will cancel the battery warranty. Additionally, this package will not be covering any natural damage or wear or tear of the battery and parts. In case of natural calamities such as flooding, accident, fire, or theft will also not be covered in the Eight70 battery warranty package.

Key Highlights

• Both Mahindra XEV 9e and BE 6e will be based on new INGLO platform
• Details revealed via new teaser
• Battery pack to be integrated inside the flat floor structure of the platform

Mahindra & Mahindra is just a few days away from the official unveiling of its first lot of born electric SUVs. The automotive giant will be taking the wraps off the BE 6e and the XEV 9e electric SUVs next week. The final production design of both the XEV 9e and the BE 6e was previewed via teasers. Prior that the cabin design was teased revealing the instrument console and steering wheel design. Finally, Mahindra has revealed the details related to the INGLO platform on which both these SUVs will be based on.

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Mahindra XEV 9e, BE 6e INGLO Platform Details

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Mahindra is building both XEV 9e and the VE 6e electric SUV models on the new INGLO platform. This same platform will be driving the next-gen Mahindra born electric SUVs including both XEV and BE series variants. The company has revealed that the new EV platform is designed to be compatible with both RWD (Rear Wheel Drive) and AWD (All Wheel Drive) drivetrain options.

This platform will be capable of producing a varied power range between 17 kW to 210 kW. This output will depend on the type of the vehicle it will be mounted on. Mahindra has used the high-strength boron steel structure which will be offering enhanced safety to the platform. The overall structure of the INGLO platform’s floor is flat which gets the battery pack integrated inside.

As per the fresh details, the INGLO platform will be supporting both smaller and larger battery packs. It can accommodate battery sizes ranging from 59 kWh to 79 kWh. It further will support fast charging where the battery packs will take around 20 minutes to get a refuel of 0-80 percent using 175 kW charger.

Key Highlights

• More Activa electric scooter teaser out
• Will feature a swingarm-mounted motor
• Battery module also revealed
• India launch within a few days

Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India is ramping up for its first electric scooter launch. The brand is all set for the grand unveiling of the Activa Electric and is teasing the upcoming e-scooter’s features online. Following the round of cryptic round of teasers, Honda shared the key highlights of the Activa Electric including the digital instrument clusters and more. And now, additional insight on the Activa electric has been shared once again via teasers. This time the battery and motor details have been revealed. Details below:

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Honda Activa Electric Motor

With the new set of teasers, Activa electric scooter’s battery and motor details have been confirmed. Honda is using a different motor pack for the Activa electric. A swingarm-mounted electric motor will be churning out power to the upcoming e-scooter.

This setup is entirely different than the commonly used PMSM electric motor which drives majority of the e-scooters in the country including models from Ola, Ather, etc. On the other hand, the swingarm-mounted electric motor setup also drives some of the few e-scooter models such as the Bajaj Chetak and the Hero Vida V1.

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Battery Pack Details

Besides the motor pack, Honda has also confirmed the battery module that will be used by the Activa electric. And as expected, the Activa electric will be loaded with a dual swappable battery setup. While the company hasn’t revealed the battery size, it did tease the range which is around 104 km on a full charge.

This swappable battery setup definitely comes as an added convineince for the e-scooter owners. With this setup, riders will be able to swap the empty battery with fully charged units which further will help with efficient time management and also cut down on the hassles of waiting during charging.

Key Highlights

• Massive fire accident reported from Bengaluru
• Involves an EV showroom (MY EV Store)
• Accident claims one life

EV fire accidents are nothing new and almost every other month there is one or other incident reported involving an electric two or four wheeler going up in flames. But this time not just one or two but an entire showroom went ablaze in Bengaluru. And the massive scale of this fire accident also claimed one life which makes us rethink of the safety with electric vehicles. Here’s what happened and how have the authorities responded to this incident? Let’s find out:

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Bengaluru MY EV Store Fire Accident

The tragic fire accident which is being reported from Bengaluru took place at MY EV Store. According to the reports, the cause for the fire accident is short circuit in one of the electric scooters. The massive intensity of the fire even led to death of one of the showroom’s employee.

The MY EV Store located at Dr. Rajkumar Road, near Nuring Junction in Bengaluru went up in flames at around 5.30 PM. Around six staff members are said to be present when the accident took place. Unfortunately, a 20-year old employee who is identified as Priya got trapped inside the showroom and couldn’t escape, leading to her death. The remaining staff were able to escape the blazing showroom.

Not just the entire showroom, this fire accident also damaged over 45 electric scooters that were inside the premises. Thankfully fire fighters were prompt in responding to the accident and rushed to the rescue.

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How Did The Authorities Respond?

As mentioned, fire rescuers swiftly acted on the situation and got control of the fire. However, the owner and manager of the MY EV Store were booked under Section 106 for death of a person by negligent act. The victim’s brother had filed a police complaint following which Punith Gowda (store owner) and Yuvaraju (store manager) were arrested and produced in front of the court.