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Honda Motorcycle & Scooters is all set for its EV venture in India. The company has been rumored to be working on its e-scooter which is under development since long. But finally there is some word from Honda which reveals the timeline for its first electric scooter launch in the country. Contrary to previous reports, Honda will be launching the Activa e-scooter based on an entirely new platform.
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Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Ltd., CEO, Tsutsumu Otani has revealed that the company is gearing up for its first electric scooter launch in India soon. The company has been dominating the two wheeler segment with the Activa scooter. The electric version of the Activa has been in rumors for almost two year now. Finally, the most anticipated Honda electric scooter is making its debut in March 2025 in India as confirmed by the company’s CEO.
The launch of the Activa electric had been delayed for almost one year. But seems like Honda has finally laid out the roadmap and will be kicking off its electric two wheeler innings with the Activa EV starting next year. But there are still some speculations indicating a different moniker for the first electric two wheeler from Honda instead of the Activa EV. While there is no confirmation on the same from the brand, we would come across the developments in the next few months.
New EV Platform For Honda E2Ws
Honda will be using a whole new platform to drive its upcoming electric scooter. It was earlier suggested that Honda could implement a conversion kit to transform the existing Activa ICE to EV. However, the brand is working on a new born-electric platform which is said to be both lightweight and performance-oriented for higher range delivery.
BYD India has recently confirmed its new electric four wheeler for India and had also shared its teaser online. The eMax 7 is the upcoming BYD EV in India which will be an electric MPV and a successor to the e6 MPV. Ahead of the launch, the details of the eMax 7 electric MPV have started surfacing online. The seating capacity of the new e-MPV have surfaced this time. Details are below:
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BYD eMax 7 Electric MPV Seating Capacity, Expected Features
BYD eMax 7 will be launched with a three row seating. This will be an updated design aspect when compared to its predecessor, i.e., the e6 MPV. Notably, its predecessor offered only two row of seats with 5 seater capacity. With the added row, the eMax 7 will be available with both six and seven seater capacity option.
It is being said that despite the cargo room getting reduced, the updated seat layout will look more premium and will comprise leatherette upholstery. Some of the cabin features of the BYD eMax 7 have also been leaked online.
It is said to be equipped with a large panoramic sunroof and the cabin will be featuring a reworked centre console comprising faux wood and aluminum touch. The cabin of the eMax 7 is also said to feature a 12.8-inch infotainment screen and a digital driver display. It is also expected to come with ADAS safety suite.
The BYD eMax 7 will be the rebadged version of the M6 MPV which is sold with dual battery pack option internationally. The 55.4 kWh variant offers up to 420 km range per charge, while the 71.8 kWh model has a 530km range delivery. It is anticipated that the eMax will be launched with the 71.8 kWh battery pack option.
It has been a month since Tata launched its first coupe-style e-SUV, the Curvv EV. Soon after the launch, Tata received huge interests from the Indian customers raising speculation of extended waiting period. Finally, the details are out. You might have to wait for up to one month to get your hands the Curvv EV. Below are the variant wise waiting period revealed for the electric coupe SUV from Tata.
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The Tata Curvv EV which is the latest mid-size e-SUV from Tata comes in multiple trims with a starting price of Rs. . Numerous buyers are already trying to get their hands on the newly launched coupe e-SUV which has led to the waiting periods getting extended. The Curvv EV will now take up to four weeks for the mass deliveries.
This new waiting period timeline is less than what the previous rumors anticipated. For reference, it was earlier being said that the Curvv EV will be available with up to two months of waiting period. Also, only the higher spec variants of the Curvv EV were rumored to get the delayed availability, but now the variant wise list is out.
Tata Curvv EV base trims get a 45 kWh battery producing 150 PS power and 215 Nm of peak torque. The higher trims of the Curvv EV have a 55 kWh battery and generates higher 167 PS power and 215 Nm of torque. After the revised range figures, the Curvv EV’s base trims offer 430 km range, while the larger battery variants will deliver 502 km per charge.
MG Windsor EV has made its debut in India as the country’s first intelligent Crossover Utility Vehicle. The first electric four wheeler that comes out of the JSW MG Motor India collaboration has arrived with a starting price of Rs. 9.99 lakh along with a battery rental of Rs. 3.5 per km. The Windsor EV comes in three different trims named Windsor EV Excite, Windsor EV Exclusive, and Windsor EV Essence. All the Windsor EV’s variants and the features are listed below. But before we proceed, we would like to add that all variants of the Windsor EV gets a 38 KWh battery and has a FWD motor producing 136 hp power and 200 Nm of torque.
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Auto-LED projector headlights with follow-me sequential Illuminated MG badging Turn indicators on outside rearview mirrors (ORVMs)
Exterior (rear)
LED DRLs LED tail lights LED rear fog lamps
Door handles
Flush door handles (electronic)
Interiors
8.8-inch driver display, 15.6-inch Grandview infotainment with connected car tech, leatherette seats, Keyless entry, Height-adjustable driver seat, Front armrest, auto climate control, electrically adjustable ORVMs, power windows, rear seat centre armrest with cupholders
Audio
Six speaker system
Brakes
All disc brakes with auto hold electronic parking brake
Safety
6 airbags, seatbelt reminders for all seats, Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), hill-start assist and hill descent control, 360° camera, and rear defogger
Added Exterior Features
18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, chrome finish on window
Auto-LED projector headlights with follow-me sequential Illuminated MG badging Turn indicators on outside rearview mirrors (ORVMs)
Exterior (rear)
LED DRLs LED tail lights LED rear fog lamps
Door handles
Flush door handles (electronic)
Interiors
8.8-inch driver display, 15.6-inch Grandview infotainment with connected car tech, leatherette seats, ambient lighting (256-colors), Keyless entry, panoramic glass roof, height-adjustable driver seat, front armrest, auto climate control, ventilated front seat, electrically adjustable ORVMs, power windows, rear seat centre armrest with cupholders, PM 2.5 filter air purifier
Audio
9- Infinity speaker system
Brakes
All disc brakes with auto hold electronic parking brake
Safety
6 airbags, seatbelt reminders for all seats, Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), hill-start assist and hill descent control, 360° camera, and rear defogger
Added Exterior Features
18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, chrome finish on window
BYD eMax 7 spied for the first time without any disguise
To be launched as e6 successor
Is the rebadged version of the BYD M6
BYD India will soon launch a new electric four wheeler in India. The company is bringing the successor of the e6 which was the brand’s first EV offering in India. Just a while ago, BYD rested all the rumors indicating the launch of the M6 electric MPV as the e6’s successor in India by teasing the eMax 7. Now, the test mule snapshots of the upcoming BYD electric MPV has surfaced, that too, in an undisguised avatar.
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BYD has initiated the test runs for its next electric four wheeler in India. Thanks to the undisguised snapshots of the BYD eMax 7, we get a decent glimpse of its exteriors showing the real life looks as well as the road presence. The design highlights that have been snapped includes a newly designed front bumper which has slight resemblance to the e6.
The chrome grille and all LED headlamp setup distinguishes it with the first-gen model that sports projector headlamps. The rear profile of the BYD e7 MAX is clicked with a connected LED DRLs and also LED tail lamps. The rear bumper also has chrome strips while the spoiler size has also increased. The new set of alloy wheels can also be seen in the snapshots of the eMax 7’s test mule. However, they appears to be rather smaller for its bigger profile.
At this point, we haven’t got any images that could reveal the eMax 7’s cabin. But we expect it to have a range of modern amenities including a large touchscreen infotainment screen with connected car tech. The screen size could likely be 12.8-inches.
As previously mentioned, the eMax 7 is nothing but the rebadged version of the BYD M6 electric MPV which is being sold in the international market and is getting a new moniker for India. We might also witness some performance enhancements with the eMax 7 when compared to the e6 MPV.
Indian government announced new PM E-Drive scheme for EVs
New scheme will replace FAME II subsidies
Rs. 10,900 crore total budget allocated
E2WS to get a major boost from the PM-E Drive scheme
The rapidly growing EV market in India has gained substantial attention from both consumers and the government with the latter providing subsidies on EV purchases. After the expiration of the Fame subsidies back in March this year, new EV policy was awaited which finally the Union Cabinet has rolled out. The new PM E-Drive scheme will now be pushing the EV mobility in India with the government allocating Rs. 10,900 crore budget for EVs.
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The PM E-Drive scheme also called the PM Electric Drive Revolution Vehicle Enhancement has finally arrived to boost the electric mobility in India. The central government has announced Rs. 10,900 crore as a part of the new scheme which will offering subsidies on the EV purchases as well as manufacturing.
With the rollout of the PM E-Drive scheme, the older FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicle) subsidies will be scraped. This means no special benefits for electric four wheelers as well as hybrid cars which have been the case previously.
It is worth noting that the budget allocation has substantially increased when compared to the Fame and Fame II subsidies rolled out in 2015 and 2019 respectively. For reference, approx. Rs. 895 crore were allocated as a part of FAME subsidy from year 2015- 2019, whereas, Rs. 10,000 crore were granted as as FAME II subsidies from 2019- 2022. However, the FAME II subsidies also received an extension with an added Rs. 1,500 crore budget till March 2024.
The new PM E-Drive scheme does come with the same EV and green mobility promotion strategy in India. However, this time E2Ws, E3Ws, and and even e-buses will get benefits from the subsidies. The government has removed E4Ws from the list indicating no special benefits for the electric four wheeler buyers. The new scheme also has no subsidies for Hybrid cars which has been a speculation before its rollout.
That said, E2Ws, E3Ws, E-trucks, E-buses, and E-ambulances collectively have received Rs. 3,679 crores worth incentives as a part of the PM E-Drive scheme. Approx. Rs. 4,391 crore has been allocated to public transport EVs. The latest scheme will also be boosting the charging infrastructure with around 88,500 new charging stations being installed.
JSW MG Motor has finally taken the wraps off its first Crossover Utility Vehicle, the Windsor EV. The third EV offering from MG is being referred as the India’s first Intelligent CUV equipped with a whole plethora of advanced features. MG is trying to set up a whole new league in the electric four wheeler space with the Windsor EV specially when we look at its aggressive pricing and exclusive ownership deals.
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MG Windsor EV Top Highlights: Design, And Features
MG Windsor EV is one of the most advanced and intelligent EVs launched in the recent times. Essentially the rebadged version of the Cloud EV, the Windsor EV is a CUV (Crossover utility vehicle) featuring an Aeroglide design with a slanting roofline for an improved aerodynamics.
Up front, it flaunts an luuminated MG logo and connected LED light bars, while the rear also gets a connected tail lamp setup. The flush fitted door handles complete the side profile along with 18-inch diamond cut alloy wheels.
The cabin of the Windsor EV gets Night black theme with royal gold touch accents and Argyle inspired upholstery. The GrandView 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment screen and the big glass sunroof makes the cabin more premium. The Windsor EV has 604 l boot space and power adjusted seats as well.
MG Windsor EV is launched in India with a single 38 kWh battery pack option. The LFP battery is linked to the front axle mounted electric motor that produces 136 PS of peak power and 200 Nm of peak torque. It is claimed to deliver up to 331 km on a full battery charge.
MG Windsor EV is launched at an introductory price of Rs. 9.99 lakh (ex showroom) in India. MG is providing lifetime battery warranty for the first time buyers and also a free charging facility for the Windsor EV owners for the first year.
realme has been proactive with new product launches and has aggressively populated its mid-range and affordable smartphone range. After expanding its number series, the brand is back with another cool offering for the budget audiences in India. This time, the Narzo lineup which is centered towards entry-level consumers have been upgraded with a performance-centric model- the Narzo 70 Turbo 5G.
The new Narzo series handset gets a visually striking Motorsport-inspired attire and is loaded with a capable spec-sheet that included the Dimensity 7300 Energy mid-range chipset, segment’s largest VC cooling, a 120Hz OLED Esports display, and a dedicated GT mode for enhanced gaming performance. Realme is betting high on the Narzo 70 Trubo 5G’s performance metrics while focusing the sub Rs. 15,000 price category. But will it make worth a spend? Well, at Giznext we have received the Narzo 70 Turbo 5G for review and are sharing our feedback on the same. We have made it easier for your by breaking down the pros and cons you get with the Narzo 70 Turbo 5G.
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The realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G’s attention-seeking feature is undeniably its performance handling. Despite being an affordable phone, this Narzo series handset gets all the necessary hardware to be a top performer in its league (under Rs. 15,000 price bracket). It employs the Dimensity 7300 Energy chipset under its hood, which combined with the segment’s largest stainless steel VC cooling system allows it to take on the most extensive apps and tasks flawlessly.
You will not notice any major lags or stutters on the screen when its executing heavy apps and games. To boost the gameplay experience, the Narzo 70 Turbo 5G additionally gets TUV SUD Lag-free Mobile Gaming certificate which is first for the segment. What makes the Narzo 70 Turbo 5G more potent with performance is the RAM configuration of 6GB/8GB/12GB clubbed with 128GB/ 256GB onboard storage space. This makes it refined with multitasking as well as app boot time.
You notice the apps fire up instantly which is a plus point for a budget segment phone. Even switching between apps which are already running in the background takes least of efforts. And since the focus of this Narzo series handset is performance, you’ll be impressed how efficiently it handles the graphic-extensive games.
And thanks to the large VC cooling system, the Narzo 70 Pro 5G has the temperature graph in check with heavy usage. You’ll notice least device heat up issues in such scenarios. Only when the device is being charged and used simultaneously, you might see the temperatures fluctuating on the higher side. But that isn’t something that will get you concerned.
To make the Narzo 70 Turbo 5G an efficient performer, Realme has added various dedicated features than enhances its overall capabilities. The onboard GT Mode is designed to deliver the peak gaming performance which as per the brand will be an experience comparable to e-sports level. Well, tuns out the Narzo 70 Turbo 5G has the ultimate game handling capabilities with the added gaming features.
There is Geek Power Tuning option that allows customizations with CPU and GPU frequency boosting the performance overall. Then there is the Quick startup mode where the boot time for different apps and games is reduced massively, whereas the Game focus mode cuts down on the notifications so that there is least disturbances during the gameplay.
The Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G complements the premium visual experience with its massive 6.67-inch screen. The panel type employed is the Samsung E4 OLED which produces deeper blacks and relatively clear output overall compared to an LCD panel. In fact, the Narzo 70 Turbo 5G’s screen has a 92.65 percent of screen-to-body ratio which also happen’s to be the segment’s largest. The display panel offers an FHD+ resolution and has 120Hz refresh rate.
This ESports screen is apt for gaming and with the added features, you surely will love and be hooked to the action on the screen. No compromise as such is seen with the clarity levels. In fact, the color production with the screen seems balanced and natural; nothing overstriking. The Pro-XDR display tech further helps with superior visual quality on the Narzo 70 Turbo 5G. That said, the picture quality with the videos streamed online is also top notch. Just as is the case with gaming visuals, video playback is
As for the screen brightness, the panel supports 600 nits of typical brightness and 1200 nits HBM brightness. The visibility is decent when you look at the panel in bright sunlight outdoors. However, higher brightness levels would have solidified this deal considering the panel brightness levels are now higher even in the budget segment.
The Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G follows the trend of modern smartphones by integrating several AI features. The exclusive range of AI features which this handset gets include the Smart Image Matting 2.0, AI Perfect Shot, AI Clear voice, AI smart loop, and AI Gaming Network. Users can click perfect AI photos, receive and make calls with minimum background noise, and more.
The Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G is loaded with a 5,0000 mAh battery cell. This is a solid setup which delivers a reliable backup of almost a single day when the device is used moderately. Even with extreme usage, we were able to get decent backup where the phone lasted more than 8 hours on a single charge. With the 45W ultra fast charger, the handset can be refule within an hour from 0- 100 percent speeds.
Hybrid SIM Slot Instead of Dedicated 3-Way SIM Slot
Realme Narzo Turbo 70 5G has all the modern range of hardware which also includes the hybrid SIM slot. Now, this is one of those cons which have is gradually becoming common for budget and mid-range smartphones. With the Narzo 70 Turbo 5G too, you get to use a single SIM and an external microSD card simultaneously instead of dual SIM and an SD card simultaneously.
Realme Naro 70 Turbo 5G has the new Android 14 OS which is topped with custom Realme UI. While the handset’s user interface has been optimized and offers numerous customizations, the bloatware present makes it cluttered. The app drawer is completely loaded and has several of third party apps besides Google and realme apps. This is also amongst the few cons that we see with the latest Narzo series handset.
Apple AirPods 4 launches alongside iPhone 16 lineup
Improved audio with enhanced clarity and details
Better ergonomics and design
USB Type-C charging integrated charging case
At its annual September event, Cupertino giant Apple has unveiled the highly awaited iPhone 16 series. The AirPod 4 also has marked its debut bringing a fierce competition in the premium TWS earbuds market. Apple is promising an ultimate listening experience with the AirPods 4 and surely with all the advanced tech, they are bound to be a pair of top-tier truly wireless earbuds. But is there any alternate that stands a chance against the AirPods 4? Well for all the audiophiles out there, we have curated the list of the top alternates that you can consider instead of the AirPods 4.
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Sennheiser is one of those go to brands for audiophiles that never disappoints with its product range. And for the premium end-consumers, looking for an alternate to the Apple AirPod 4, the Sennheiser Momentum TWS 4 will be an adequate choice. From a comfy snug-fit design to rich sound stage with hybrid adaptive ANC, the Momentum 4 brings a tough competition for the AirPods 4.
If you are not satsified with the above listing and need a more premium alternate to the AirPods 4, then Sony’s WF-1000XM5 will surely impress you. Sony tops the list when it comes to the premium audio brands and has a long term expertise with audio products. It has evolved its wireless audio accessories segment and has been offering the best-in-class audio devices. The WF-1000XM5 excels in all departments be it design, wearing comfort, audio output, and tech features.
Sony WF-1000XM5
Key Specs
Driver type
Dynamic
Driver size
8.4 mm
Frequency range
20- 20,000 Hz
ANC
Available (powered by HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN2e)
Samsung’s ultra-premium Galaxy products have been taking on Apple devices since long now. The Galaxy S series has been a potential rival to the iPhone lineups, while the Galaxy Buds is Samsung’s take on the Apple AirPods. The all new Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro which is just a few months old is definitely the the strongest contender against the AirPod 4 with a rather reasonable price tag.
Apple AirPod will be setting up new benchmark in the premium TWS segment but it isn’t the sole high-end option for the consumers. All these models in this list offer a rich listening experience and are slightly expensive too.
Apple AirPods announced with better noise cancellation
Find My feature gets improved
Up to 30 hours of backup
Price in India starts at Rs. 12,900
Apple’s “It’s Glowtime” event has been all about the latest generation iPhones, Watch Series 10, and the AirPods 4. The AirPods 4 have been re-designed as the “most comfortable AirPods ever” and comes with several enhancements in terms of audio delivery and features. Apple has launched the AirPods 4 with and without ANC with a price range starting at $129 (approx Rs. 10,000).
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Apple AirPods 4 have brought along notable upgrades be it in terms of design or the range of hardware and audio features. Apple is touting the latest-gen AirPods 4 as the most comfortable AirPods yet featuring an open-air structure making room for better audio overall. The AirPods 4 have come along with a support for personalized spatial audio which means better surround sound experience.
Apple has packed the AirPods 4 with the new H2 chip which as per Apple will help with better audio quality while music/ video playback and also while calling. The AirPods 4 will be offering a new “Hearing Protection” feature which will be safeguard for users ears against loud and hard noise.
Interestingly, the AirPods 4 comes in dual trims. There is the standard AirPods 4 pack which coms sans any Active Noise Cancellation. Then comes the top trim of the AirPods 4 which gets ANC support and has a higher price tag than the standard model. The new AirPods 4 lineup gets advanced Find My feature compatibility as well.
Just like the iPhone series, Apple AirPods 4 too get USB Type-C charging port on the case. As per Apple, the charging case will hold up to 30 hours of backup.
Apple AirPods 4 standard model which doesn’t have the ANC feature is priced at Rs. 12,900. The AirPods 4 with ANC has Rs. 17,900 price label. Pre-orders for both AirPods 4 models have commenced from today with the availbility starting on September 20.
