Indian car manufacturer Tata Motors has been working on the electric vehicle technology for quite a while now. Recently, a social media update from UK-based Tata Motors European Technical Centre (TMETC) revealed that the electric version of the Tiago will be showcased at the 2017 Low Carbon Vehicle (LCV 2017) event. The upcoming event will be held on 6-7 September 2017.
Tata Motors and TMETC have been collaboratively working on the battery-powered vehicle development. The electric car projects are led by the European Technical Centre. It is believed that the Tiago EV will carry forth developments from the Bolt EV prototype which was showcased at the LCV 2016. The technical details are unavailable for now and it will be revealed at the time of its official unveiling that the event.
India launch for the electric Tiago is not expected anytime soon. However, if introduced, it is expected to be offered at a competitive price as the Tiago’s low-cost platform might help offset cost for the battery and other components. Based on Tiago’s success in the Indian market, the electric version, if launched might further strengthen its foothold in the country.
Over time, a majority of automakers will switch to producing electric cars, given that by 2030, the Indian government aims to have fully electric vehicles.
