The electric ADV concept could be based on the Stark VARG platform.

According to a media report, Royal Enfield plans to showcase a high-performance electric bike concept at EICMA 2023 in Milan, Italy.

As per the report, Royal Enfield’s latest electric bike concept is likely to be an ADV. It could be based on a new platform developed in collaboration with Stark Future.

Royal Enfield announced an investment into the Spain-based electric motorcycle brand last year, with an aim to co-develop new products and technologies. As part of the deal, Eicher Motors acquired a 10.35% stake in the company at a cost of Rs 439 crore.

It is believed that the new electric ADV concept could share its underpinnings with the Stark VARG, which is a dirt bike. It is available with either a 59 BHP or a 79 BHP electric motor and is powered by a 6.5 kWh battery.

Source: Autocar Pro

Mercedes-Benz sold 12,768 cars in the first half of FY2023-24, registering a growth of 11%.

According to Mercedes-Benz, deliveries of the GLA, GLC and GLS SUVs have been delayed due to supply constraints. This was revealed during the unveiling of the Mercedes-Maybach Vision 6 Concept in Mumbai.

The Mercedes-Maybach Vision 6 Concept was recently showcased at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai. The car will be put on display at the NMACC for the next 3 months.

The Vision 6 Concept is a futuristic 2-door coupe, measuring 5.7 meters in length. It is powered by four electric motors offering a combined output of 738 BHP. An 80 kWh battery pack powers the electric motors and it can cover 320 km on a single charge.

Mercedes-Benz also announced its sales figures for H1 of FY2023-24. During the period of January to September, the carmaker sold 12,768 units, registering a growth of 11%. 25% of sales came from its Top End Vehicle (TEV) segment.

The new ID.GTI concept car previews the future of the GTI badge in the electric era.

Volkswagen has taken the wraps off its new ID.GTI Concept at the IAA Motor Show in Munich, Germany. The new ID.GTI concept car previews the future of the GTI badge in the electric era. The ID.GTI concept is based on the ID.2all concept, but comes with a number of noticeable tweaks to the design, featuring a more sportier character.

Volkswagen has confirmed that the ID.GTI concept will enter production. The production-spec version will debut in 2026, with the actual production of the all-electric hot hatch scheduled to begin in 2027.

Coming to the Concept, the basic proportions of the ID.GTI remain unchanged from the ID.2all. However, the GTI-badged concept comes with a more aggressive styling. This includes a revised front and rear bumper, a larger air dam & splitter, sportier side sills and wheel-arch extensions, a roof-mounted spoiler and a prominent diffuser at the rear. The concept also carries over the red accents, characteristic of the GTI models. These red accents are seen on the enclosed grille, lower part of the bumper and via the GTI badges on the fenders.

Inside, the concept retains the minimalist layout as seen on the ID.2all. This includes a three-spoke steering wheel, a digital instrument cluster and a 12.9-inch central touchscreen display. In addition to this though, the ID.GTI borrows design inputs from the original GTI, including the golf-ball-like finish on the drive-mode selector, a 12 o'clock mark on the steering wheel, unique sports seats with chequered inlays and illuminated pulse sensors on the driver seat. The GTI concept also features a head-up display with unique graphics.

Volkswagen is yet to announce the powertrain specifications of the GTI concept. However, the carmaker had previously announced the ID.2all concept to get 233 BHP and a 0-100 km/h sprint time of under 7 seconds. Hence, expect the GTI version to better these numbers by a fair margin.

Thomas Schafer, CEO, Volkswagen Passenger Cars, stated, "With the ID. GTI Concept, we are taking the GTI DNA into the electric age. It remains sporty, iconic, technologically progressive, and accessible, but now with a new interpretation for tomorrow’s world: electric, fully connected, and extremely emotive."

The Italian supercar brand is slated to put the EV into production in 2028.

Italian supercar brand, Lamborghini, announced 2 years back that it will be introducing a fully-electric model in its lineup by the end of the decade. Now, ahead of its arrival, Lamborghini has revealed an EV concept which previews the upcoming all-electric model, in the form of the Lanzador.

The new Lamborghini Lanzador EV concept gives us a glimpse of what to expect from the production version of the brand's first all-electric supercar. The Lanzador carries forward the distinctive Lamborghini design cues, borrowing styling elements from the recently unveiled Revuelto and the Urus performance SUV. The EV concept is what Lamborghini calls "Ultra-GT" and comes with a high ride height and a 2+2 seating configuration. The Lanzador concept gets 2 doors, 23-inch wheels and a bunch of air vents and flicks to enhance its aerodynamic efficiency.

Inside, the Lamborghini Lanzador concept features sports seats, separate screens for the driver and front passenger and a typical Lamborghini-style starter button with a cover. The four seats inside the EV are said to make use of sustainable leather and recycled materials, along with plenty of carbon fibre. The 2 rear seats also fold down to offer plenty of cargo space.

Lamborghini hasn't revealed too many details of the Lanzador, although the EV is expected to feature a pair of electric motors with a max power output in the range of 1,300 BHP. The EV will also get torque vectoring and rear-wheel steering and ride on adjustable air suspension. Details about the battery packs, charging and range are yet to be revealed.

The Italian supercar brand is slated to put the EV into production in 2028. The production version of the Lanzador will be sold alongside the hybrid versions of Lamborghini's main lineup, which includes the Revuelto, Urus and the upcoming Huracan successor.

The INGLO platform will underpin future models like the Bolero.e, Scorpio.e and XUV.e.

Mahindra has taken the wraps off a funky electric SUV concept called the Thar.e. The car was showcased at an event in South Africa.

The Thar.e concept EV is based on the all-new INGLO platform. The electric SUV will have a wheelbase of around 2,775 and 2,975 mm and a ground clearance of 250-300 mm, while its front and rear overhangs measure 640-680 mm and 680-740 mm, respectively.

Mahindra has taken a fresh approach when it comes to the design of the Thar.e. The car has a rectangular front fascia with square LED headlamp units and a rugged front bumper. The slab side rear end of the Thar.e features square LED tail lights and a tailgate-mounted spare wheel. The flared wheel arches on the car have a steep bevel. Also, note the exposed door hinges.

Inside, the Thar.e gets a minimalistic dashboard with a central touchscreen and a digital instrument cluster. The 3-spoke steering wheel has haptic switches and the 'Thar.e' logo in the centre.

Mahindra hasn't revealed the technical details of the Thar.e. However, the company did announce plans to electrify its entire ICE range. The INGLO platform will underpin future models like the Bolero.e, Scorpio.e and XUV.e.

The Global Pik Up concept is based on the Scorpio-N. It will enter into production in 2025.

Mahindra has unveiled a new pickup truck concept called the 'Global Pik Up' at an event in South Africa.

The Global Pik Up Vision concept is based on the Scorpio-N. It features a dual-cab design with a loading bay at the rear. It has a bold front fascia derived from the Scorpio-N. It includes a large black grille flanked by a set of LED headlights and a chunky front bumper with integrated LED daytime running lights.

At the rear, the pickup truck has rectangular wraparound tail lamp clusters and a rugged bumper with integrated tow hooks at both ends. The vehicle is also equipped with a snorkel, side steps, a roof rack and a tyre carrier.

The Global Pik Up concept uses Mahindra's Gen-2 mHawk diesel engine. It can be paired with either a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission and comes with 4-wheel drive.

According to the company, the production version will have 5G connectivity, semi-automatic parking, level 2 ADAS, a sunroof and four drive modes - Normal, Grass-Gravel-Snow, Mud-Rut, and Sand. The vehicle has been developed for markets like India, South and Central America, Australia, Africa and the ASEAN region. It will enter into production in 2025.

The Ola Roadster concept looks more production ready. It was also the only working prototype presented at the event.

This Independence Day, Ola Electric has showcased four new electric motorcycle concepts - Cruiser, Adventure, Roadster and Diamondhead. While the Roadster is the only working prototype, the company hasn't revealed any technical details.

Ola Diamondhead

The Ola Diamondhead has a futuristic design featuring a diamond-shaped front end. It has a horizontal LED strip, while the main LED headlamp is tucked underneath the front fascia.

The Diamondhead has a dual-tone bodywork with several sharp angles and creases. It has a narrow tail section, while footpegs and clip-on handlebars offer a sporty riding position.

The bike has a hub-centred steering system and a double-sided rear swingarm. It rides on 17-inch alloy wheels and features dual disc brakes at the front and a single disc at the rear.

Ola Cruiser

As the name suggests, the Ola Cruiser concept looks like a typical cruiser motorcycle, albeit in a futuristic flavour. It has a low-slung seat, tall handlebars, and foot pegs designed for a laidback riding position.

The bike rides on an upside-down front fork and features a proarm with a monoshock and chain final drive. It is equipped with disc brakes at both ends.

Ola Adventure

The Ola Adventure is an ADV. It features long travel upside-down fork suspension at the front and a monoshock at the rear. The bike rides on wire-spoke wheels shod with Pirelli Scorpion STR tyres.

The Adventure has a tall front fender, typical of an ADV. It has wide handlebars with knuckled guards and a single-piece seat with saddle stays on either side.

Ola Roadster

The Ola Roadster is a street bike with a futuristic dual-tone design. It has a low-slung LED headlamp with wide handlebars and a digital instrument console.

The Roadster is equipped with an upside-down fork suspension at the front and an aluminium rear sub-frame with a monoshock. The bike rides on alloy wheels and gets disc brakes at both ends.

Source: Car and Bike

The Mahindra Thar.e EV concept will be showcased alongside the 'Global Pik Up Vision' concept.

Mahindra has released a teaser of the Thar EV concept. Officially called 'Thar.e', the electric off-roader will be unveiled on August 15 in South Africa.

The Thar.e concept looks quite futuristic in the latest teaser. The EV appears to have an upright front fascia with clean horizontal lines and a rectangular blanked-off grille with squarish LED headlamps on either side. The LED tail lamps have a similar design.

The Born Electric decals on the bodywork suggest that the Thar.e will be based on a dedicated EV platform. Reports suggest it will have 4-wheel drive capabilities thanks to a quad-motor setup.

The Mahindra Thar.e EV concept will be showcased alongside the 'Global Pik Up Vision' concept during the Futurescape event in Cape Town, South Africa.

The Thar EV could use a quad-motor setup, giving it crab steer capability.

According to a media report, Mahindra is likely to unveil an electric version of the Thar later this month. The 'Thar EV concept' will reportedly be showcased alongside the 'Global Pik Up Vision concept' on August 15.

The report also states that the Thar EV concept will preview the off-roader's future design. However, there are no specific details regarding the platform that will underpin the Thar EV.

It has been reported that the Thar EV will have 4-wheel drive capabilities, but instead of a dual-motor setup, Mahindra might adopt a quad-motor concept. This would also give the Thar EV crab steer capability.

The Mahindra Thar EV is still in an early concept stage, and there's no word yet on if or when a production version will arrive. For now, the concept will only provide us with a glimpse of what we can expect from the brand in the future.  

Source: Autocar India

A production version based on this could go up against the Isuzu V-Cross and Toyota Hilux.

Mahindra has released a teaser of its upcoming concept pickup called the 'Global Pik Up Vision', set to be unveiled on August 15, 2023. It could be based on the Scorpio-N platform.

The teaser showcases a stylish pickup truck with an imposing grille up front and vertically stacked tail lamps at the back. The vehicle is equipped with an electric sunroof, black alloys shod with off-road tyres and a spare wheel mounted in the bed.

The Global Pik Up Vision concept looks less utilitarian and has more lifestyle pickup vibes. A production version based on this could go up against the Isuzu V-Cross and Toyota Hilux.

Mahindra currently offers a pickup version of the old Scorpio. It is called the Getaway in India and is sold as the 'Pik Up' in South Arica and Australia.