Indian legacy automaker Tata Motors is gearing up to finally launch the highly awaited Curvv electric coupe SUV on August 7, 2024. Excitingly, the company also announced plans to introduce its new Charge Point Aggregator on the same day.
Tata Curvv EV to hit the market this week
Tata Motors will officially launch its new Curvv EV in the Indian market on Wednesday, HT Auto reports.
The Tata Curvv EV will be the second model to ride on the brand’s new Acti.EV platform.
The upcoming electric coupe SUV sports flush door handles and 18″ alloy wheels with aero inserts. It also offers generous storage space at the rear and the front boots.
Inside, the Tata Curvv EV offers a 12.3″ Harman touchscreen infotainment system at the center. It comes with the Arcade.ev app suite, consisting of multiple voice assistants and a powered tailgate with a gesture function. It also offers bidirectional charging technologies, including vehicle-to-vehicle charging and vehicle-to-load. It is also expected to offer a driving range between 400 km and 500 km on a single charge.
Tata’s new Charge Point Aggregator
Tata Motors is also preparing to introduce its new Charge Point Aggregator feature on its connected car app on Wednesday to adhere to various electric vehicle charging needs.
The feature will provide live updates from more than 15 charging providers nationwide. It provides Tata owners with a real-time charger status. In addition, it can enable owners to find the nearest available charging stations, plan trips based on range, and rate stations. These capabilities will undoubtedly make the charging experience more convenient for EV owners.
Models in the pipeline
Tata Motors aims to launch more electric vehicles in the current financial year after the Curvv EV.
The Tata Harrier EV is expected to reach the market in early 2025. It will also ride on the new Acti.EV platform like the Curvv EV.
Other models in the pipeline include the Tata Sierra and the Tata Altroz EV.
Tata Motors was one of the pioneers in the shift to electric vehicles in India. It currently sells multiple EV models, including the Nexon EV, Tigor EV, Tiago EV, and Punch EV. These offerings enable the company to account for more than 70% of the country’s electric passenger vehicle market.
The new Tata Curvv EV is expected to cost Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom), directly competing with the likes of the e MG ZS EV and the upcoming Hyundai Creta EV and Maruti eVX.
