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Planning To Buy The Tata Tiago EV? Check Out Its Pros And Cons

April 27, 2024 Prafful Singh Leave a comment

The Tiago EV is spacious, sensible, and comes with sufficient vary for metropolis commutes, nevertheless it does miss out on some essential particulars

The Tata Tiago EV was launched again in 2022 as India’s most inexpensive electrical automotive and it held that title till it was taken by the MG Comet EV. However, it nonetheless stays a extra sensible and household pleasant possibility, and when you have your eyes set on the electrical hatchback, listed here are a few of its execs and cons that may allow you to make a shopping for choice.

PROS

Most Affordable Family EV

Yes, the MG Comet EV is probably the most inexpensive electrical automotive in India, however it isn’t an appropriate possibility for a household. It is smaller, has solely 2 doorways, and doesn’t supply a lot when it comes to practicality and storage. The Tiago EV, then again, provides seating for five passengers, is nicely geared up and whereas its cabin practicality is considerably restricted, it does give you the comfort of a correct boot, that you should use whereas having 5 folks within the automotive.

Enough Range For The City

The greater battery pack (24 kWh) variants of the Tiago EV include a claimed vary of 315 km, which in real-world situations might be round 200-220 km. For an individual who needs a automotive to drive inside town, perhaps for commuting to workplace and purchasing journeys, this vary is greater than sufficient.

Also See: Tata Safari EV Spied On Test, Launch Expected In Early 2025

It even has 50kW DC quick charging capabilities, so you may as well use it for smaller intercity commutes, and never must be restricted to only intracity use.

Good Features For The Price

When you make an electrical automotive this inexpensive, you do must compromise somewhat on options, because the battery again and EV methods price quite a bit. However, even at these costs, the Tiago EV is pretty nicely geared up, and provides options like a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 4-speaker Harman sound system, computerized local weather management, push button begin/cease, and cruise management.

Fun To Drive – Sports Mode

Electric automobiles normally are fairly enjoyable to drive attributable to their fast acceleration, and the Tiago EV’s sports activities mode can play a giant function in your shopping for choice. It does include two driving modes – City and Sports. That final one might be your favorite button when behind the wheel because it modifications the throttle response, and even with somewhat enter, you get a burst of acceleration. This is much more enjoyable when you’re overtaking, or taking corners, as a result of you’ll get an exhilarating expertise.

CONS

Something’s Missing

While you do get an honest function record within the Tiago EV, there are some options which might be lacking, even within the top-spec model that’s priced near Rs 12 lakh (ex-showroom). First is a set of alloy wheels. What you see within the Tiago EV are literally styled metal wheels, and are usually not as premium as alloy wheels can be. Second is rear AC vents, which any automotive of this value vary ought to have, and final is rear-adjustable headrests, which might be lacking and will have elevated the rear seat consolation.

Impractical Smaller Battery

The Tiago EV additionally comes with the choice of a smaller battery pack (19.2 kWh) which has a claimed vary of 250 km. In actual world situations, the vary can be close to 150 km, which suggests you’ll be able to rule out smaller intercity commutes in the event you don’t need to cease halfway to cost your battery.

Also Read: Tata Tiago EV Is Witnessing Higher Waiting Period Than MG Comet EV This April

Even within the metropolis, this vary will be unable to get you thru every week, and even a day’s value of heavy metropolis commute will trigger you fixed vary anxiousness.

Not So Fun To Drive – Regular Drive Mode

While the sports activities mode of the Tiago EV can present a great drive expertise, the traditional mode can really feel somewhat sluggish. Don’t get confused, the traditional mode nonetheless has good preliminary acceleration, however after you attain a sure velocity, round 40-50 kmph, it begins to really feel like it’s important to put somewhat extra effort to go quicker. Also, it doesn’t have a really excessive prime velocity, and solely goes as much as somewhat over 100 kmph, which makes it laborious to make use of on the freeway. This, mixed with the laid again drive, could make your drive expertise somewhat uninteresting.

These had been the professionals and cons of the Tata Tiago EV primarily based on our experiences with the electrical hatchback. It is priced from Rs 7.99 lakh to Rs 11.89 lakh (ex-showroom) and is a rival to the MG Comet EV and Citroen eC3.

Wunderlich Introduces New Subframe Bags for BMW GS Enthusiasts

October 4, 2023 David

Rides on motorcycles often serve more than just the purpose of joy and cruising. They can become commutes, school runs, or quick errand trips that require carrying essential items. This need becomes even more crucial on extensive tours and adventures. Fortunately, the market is filled with various luggage options, which is a great advantage for BMW GS enthusiasts.

Wunderlich, a well-known brand for its extensive range of BMW accessories, has now come up with a clever storage solution for R 1200 and R 1250 GS enthusiasts – the Subframe Bag. This innovative accessory is designed to conceal the frame “windows” under the seat, precisely where the front frame meets the subframe. What’s impressive about these bags is their seamless integration, giving your bike a sleek appearance without immediately catching the eye.

These practical side bags are made with Cordura TrueLock fabric, known for its durability and resistance to abrasion. They are also designed to repel water, keeping your belongings dry in different weather conditions. Inside the bags, a soft lining ensures that your items remain securely in place, even during dynamic rides. These small bags are thoughtfully positioned to avoid interfering with the rider’s legroom, whether they are seated, standing on off-road trails, or hugging the tank on twisty roads. This setup ensures that your quick-access items are both safe and conveniently within reach.

The Subframe Bag securely attaches to the bike’s frame using four clamps, ensuring that it stays in place even on challenging terrain. These bags maintain their shape, thanks to their preformed design, preserving your bike’s sleek appearance even when they are empty. Furthermore, the padding on the back, where they attach to the frame, protects it from potential scratches caused by engine vibrations and oscillations.

In addition to providing storage, these bags also offer splash protection for your items. The convenient zipper openings at the top ensure easy access to your belongings without the need to dismount from the bike, adding to their practicality during your journeys.

The Wunderlich Subframe Bag is available as a set of two and is specifically designed to fit R 1200 GS and R 1250 GS models. You can purchase this practical accessory for $219.95 USD through Wunderlich’s official website.

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Favorite Drives From Lexus Racing Drivers

July 20, 2023 David

In the course of fulfilling regular errands and routine responsibilities, from daily commutes to child-activity runarounds, it can be easy to forget that the Lexus vehicle you’re driving is also designed for pure on-the-road joy.

We could remind you of this fact by delving into the myriad Lexus features that contribute to driving pleasure, such as paddle shifters, sequential-shift transmissions, quick Lexus Hybrid Drive accelerations, Drive Mode Select, and the like.

But we’re not going to do that.

Instead, we’d like to turn your attention to some fellow Lexus drivers who know a lot about Lexus-vehicle enjoyment—the 2023 Lexus Vasser Sullivan Racing team. These are drivers who understand what it is to drive, really drive, a Lexus, which of course they’ve been doing throughout this year’s thrilling Lexus Motorsports season (including a recent double win at Six Hours of the Glen).

Trademarks shown are those of their respective owners

Trademarks shown are those of their respective owners

However, they also know the importance of finding driving pleasure anywhere, in any capacity one finds fun, which is why we asked them to share their own favorite off-track stretches of road. Consider it inspiration to seek out—or revisit—your own favorite Lexus-driving spots:

Aaron Telitz (five years driving a Lexus RC F GT3 for Vasser Sullivan)

“My all-time favorite stretch of road is a little county road outside of my hometown of Birchwood, Wisconsin. The road is called ‘County Road DD.’ It weaves its way from Lake Chetac to Big Birch Lake and eventually the edge of Birchwood. The road is never straight with multiple blind and off-camber corners. I grew up driving on DD almost every day, even though it was the long way to Birchwood! On a drive up north to visit my parents in 2021, I had a beautiful and took the long way home to take it down DD for old times’ sake.”

Ben Barnicoat (two years driving for Lexus Racing)

“My favorite drive off the racetrack had to be recently going down the Pacific Coast Highway from San Francisco to Los Angeles. I was lucky enough to do that in April 2022. I had the opportunity to drive an LC 500 convertible, and the sun was shining so I had the roof down. It was just a beautiful drive. I’m a huge fan of the ocean, so it was nice to drive and see the ocean views. The team spends so much time in the racecars driving as fast as we can, pushing our Lexus RC F GT3 vehicles to the limit, so the Pacific drive was obviously a very different experience. It was super relaxing driving the speed limit, and nice and chill because you want to go slow and appreciate the scenery that surrounds you. Quite different to what we do when we’re racing, but an incredible memory of great views and a great road with a lot of tight and twisting lanes.”

Frankie Montecalvo (five years driving a Lexus RC F GT3 for Vasser Sullivan)

“My favorite stretch of road to drive off the track would have to be at a national recreation area at Sandy Hook, which is located near my home in New Jersey. It’s just a beautiful stretch. It feels like you’re in the middle of nowhere, yet you’ve got the beach on one side and the river on the other. It’s just a great drive right along the coast, and it’s an especially nice drive at sunset.”

Jack Hawksworth (seven years driving for Lexus Racing)

“My favorite road is a winding road behind the town of Bingley, near my hometown of Bradford, England, where I grew up. The road runs past a pub called Dick Hudsons, so we always used to refer to that stretch as ‘Dick Hudsons’.’ Back in the day, my mates and I used to drive our little hatchbacks over that road every evening. I had a little yellow one at the time that used to break down every other week. It had a huge stereo and a Sparco gear lever in it! Good times!”

By the way, if you’re not already, make sure to follow the team throughout the 2023 Lexus Racing season at @LexusRacingUSA on Instagram or Facebook and follow the team all year at Lexus.com/motorsports.

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