Installation: My Mahindra Thar gets Ultimate9 evcX throttle controller

Being able to fine-tune the throttle sensitivity to my personal preference adds a level of control I never knew I was missing.

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Switchable driving modes are something I’ve always wanted on the Thar. Mahindra could’ve easily offered this feature, especially considering that it's already available on their other SUVs. The Thar’s poor fuel efficiency has been discussed so very often on this thread; this issue could’ve been addressed (to an extent) with the simple addition of an Eco mode. I’m sure that owners of the petrol automatic Thar (like myself) would welcome such a feature with open arms.

In search of an alternate solution, I’ve been long waiting for a reliable tune/remap for the petrol Thar (with switchable maps), and that’s when I came across shankar.balan’s thread (big thanks for this!) regarding this neat little throttle controller by ultimate9. Based on his feedback & multiple reviews online, It seemed to offer exactly what I’ve been looking for. I decided to contact Ajit @TapaswiRacing (the official importer for this product) to get further details on the ultimate9 evc. Ajit was kind enough to answer all my queries regarding this product, after which he connected me with his distributor in Mumbai (Shrey @Matt&Gloss).

Ultimate9 has two throttle controllers on offer, the evc & the evcX. The evcX offers a few additional features (as explained in the below image) so I decided to go ahead with this and purchased it from Matt&Gloss last weekend.

The installation is supposedly a DIY process that involves connecting the module between the throttle cable and the ECU. I preferred getting this done by the professionals at Matt&Gloss for added peace of mind. After this a display/controller module is placed on the dashboard at a suitable position, we decided to fix it on the blank switches above the start-stop switch. After waiting for 10 minutes, Shrey paired my phone with the evcX via Bluteooth using the ultimate9 application and then we went ahead for a quick spin to test the device and to experience the various modes. Right away the difference in throttle response felt like night and day! The below screenshot taken from the ultimate9 app shows the various modes on offer:

Whether I'm looking for a more aggressive ultimate mode or a relaxed eco mode, this device delivers an instant transition to suit my requirement. The switch between modes can be done on the fly using the smartphone app or from the little display/controller module (I prefer using the smartphone app as it is more convenient). Being able to fine-tune the throttle sensitivity to my personal preference adds a level of control I never knew I was missing. The response time is significantly reduced, and the acceleration feels smoother and more immediate.

I look forward to testing this device out across various driving situations, especially the eco mode (which has 9 levels of adjustments for intensity!) for any possible gains in fuel economy & the anti-slip mode in off-road conditions. Super happy with this spontaneous upgrade!

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