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Tata.ev has announced the expansion of its Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) programme across its entire EV portfolio, allowing customers to split the cost of purchasing an electric vehicle into dual loans.
Under the programme, the vehicle and battery are financed through separate loan accounts, with flexible tenure options. The usage cost varies depending on the battery capacity, down payment and loan tenure.
Customers can continue to purchase the vehicle along with its battery through the conventional ownership model. Alternatively, they can opt for BaaS to lower the upfront acquisition cost. Tata.ev has partnered with multiple financiers to provide customers with different financing options.
The company said the programme is intended to provide an additional financing route rather than change the ownership experience.
Model
Battery Capacity
Starting Regular Price
Starting BaaS Vehicle Price
Battery Financing / Usage Cost
Tata Tiago.ev
19 kWh
₹6.99 lakh
₹4.69 lakh
₹2.6/km
Tata Punch.ev
30 kWh
₹9.79 lakh
₹6.59 lakh
₹2.6/km
Tata Nexon.ev
45 kWh
₹14.34 lakh
₹8.99 lakh
₹2.6/km
Tata Curvv.ev
55 kWh
₹17.19 lakh
₹10.99 lakh
₹4.4/km
Tata Sierra.ev
63 kWh
₹18.79 lakh
₹11.99 lakh
₹5/km
Tata Harrier.ev
65 kWh
₹21.79 lakh
₹14.49 lakh
₹5.5/km
The BaaS option is now available across Tata.ev's entire EV portfolio, covering models from the Tiago.ev to the Harrier.ev. The company said the initiative is aimed at giving customers greater flexibility in choosing how they finance their electric vehicle.
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Tata has launched the Aeris with petrol and CNG powertrain options. It falls under the sub-compact sedan segment and rivals the Hyundai Aura CNG and Maruti Suzuki Dzire CNG. However, with the Aura CNG commanding a premium starting price over the Aeris CNG, let's take a look at what each sedan has to offer.
Tata Aeris CNG vs Hyundai Aura CNG: Price Range
Variant
Tata Aeris CNG
Hyundai Aura CNG
MT
Rs 6.29 Lakh - Rs 9.19 Lakh
Rs 7.89 Lakh - Rs 8.67 Lakh
AMT
Rs 7.69 Lakh - Rs 9.74 Lakh
NA
The Tata Aeris is more affordable and offers both AMT and MT gearbox options. Meanwhile, the Aura CNG is available only with a manual transmission, with prices starting at Rs 7.89 lakh and going up to Rs 8.67 lakh, making it more affordable than the Aeris CNG in its top variant.
Tata Aeris CNG vs Hyundai Aura CNG: Powertrain Details
Specification
Tata Aeris
Hyundai Aura CNG
Engine
1.2-litre NA petrol / CNG
1.2-litre NA petrol / CNG
Petrol power
85 bhp
81.8 bhp
CNG power
74 bhp
68 bhp
Petrol torque
113 Nm
113.8 Nm
CNG torque
96.5 Nm
95.2 Nm
Transmission
5MT / AMT
5MT
CNG tank
Twin-cylinder, 70-litre (water capacity)
Single tank, 65-litre (water capacity)
On paper, both sedans are reasonably similar. However, one advantage of the Hyundai Aura CNG is that it still gets a four-cylinder engine, which is generally considered smoother than three-cylinder engines. That said, we cannot make a firm judgment on this yet, as the Aeris is yet to be driven.
The Aura CNG develops lower power and the same torque as the Aeris in their petrol versions, while on CNG, the Aura produces slightly less torque than the Aeris. Moreover, the Aura CNG is available only with a manual transmission, while the Aeris gets both MT and AMT options.
Tata Aeris CNG vs Hyundai Aura CNG: Dimensions
Dimension
Tata Aeris CNG
Maruti Suzuki Dzire CNG
Length
3,995mm
3,995mm
Width
1,684mm
1,680mm
Height
1,532mm
1,520mm
Wheelbase
2,450mm
2,450mm
Ground clearance
170mm
165mm
Wheel size
15-inch
14/15-inch
Both cars have an identical 2,450mm wheelbase and are both 3,995mm long, as they fall into the same sub-four-metre category. The Aeris stands out in terms of width, height and ground clearance. Its greater height provides better rear headroom, making the cabin feel more spacious.
Boot space for the Aeris CNG has not yet been specified.
However, for better practicality, the Tata Aeris uses twin-cylinder technology, which frees up more space for luggage in the boot. Meanwhile, the Aura CNG features a conventional CNG tank, which takes up most of the boot space, leaving limited room for suitcases or other large luggage. Also Read: Tigor To Soldier On As Tata Xpres For Fleet Buyers
Tata Aeris CNG vs Hyundai Aura CNG: Features
Key Features
Tata Aeris
Hyundai Aura CNG
Touchscreen infotainment
10.25-inch
8-inch
Driver's display
5-inch digital
Analogue dials with MID
Sunroof
No
No
Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Wireless
Wired
Ventilated front seats
Yes
No
Seat upholstery
Leatherette
Fabric
Wireless phone charger
Yes
No
Automatic climate control
Yes
Yes
Rear AC vents
Yes
Yes
360-degree camera
Yes
No
Six airbags standard
Yes
Yes
Blind View Monitor
Yes
No
Dashcam recorder
Yes
No
The Aeris is packed with features by Tata. It is equipped with ventilated front seats, a Blind View Monitor and a dashcam recorder, none of which are offered on the Aura CNG. Moreover, it gets wireless smartphone connectivity, wireless charging and a 360-degree camera. Standard features include rear AC vents, six airbags and automatic climate control. The Aura CNG's MID is not fully digital like the Aeris; instead, it gets a 3.5-inch TFT display positioned between the analogue dials.
Looking at the specifications, the Aeris CNG is a well-equipped option compared with the Hyundai Aura CNG. The Aeris features several segment-first features that add practicality, such as the twin-cylinder CNG setup, which helps free up more space in the boot.
Additionally, it gets several technology features, including wireless smartphone connectivity and a larger infotainment system. On the powertrain front, the Aeris can also be opted for with both AMT and MT gearboxes. The Hyundai Aura CNG misses out on several of these features but has a lower starting price than the Aeris CNG's higher variants.
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Suzuki Motor Corporation has highlighted its technology strategy for the next decade, with India continuing to play a key role in its global manufacturing and technology plans.
At its Technology Strategy Briefing 2026, held on September 25, the Japanese automaker presented its upcoming strategies, which include battery electric vehicles (BEVs), hybrid vehicles, CNG, compressed biogas (CBG) and internal combustion engines. It also plans to share technologies globally while tailoring products to regional requirements.
India a Key Global Production Hub
Suzuki Motor Corporation plans to continue expanding its manufacturing capacity in India, with an annual production target of around four million units from fiscal year 2030 onwards. The company currently has production facilities in Gurgaon, Manesar, Hansalpur and Kharkhoda, with the latter beginning operations in 2025. Suzuki said it will adapt Japanese technology to meet local requirements in India and export it to international markets.
As part of its biogas expansion strategy, Suzuki said three CBG plants have started operations over the past year in cooperation with the National Dairy Development Board and dairy cooperatives. The CBG produced from sources such as cow dung can be used with existing CNG vehicles and infrastructure.
e-SKY EV Prototype Claims 310km Range
The e-SKY electric vehicle was used as an example of Suzuki's approach to developing smaller and lighter EVs. The prototype has a claimed single-charge range of 310km, while Suzuki quotes an efficiency figure of 97Wh/km and a vehicle weight of 1,030kg. It can run for up to 50km with a five-minute fast charge. These figures are prototype reference values rather than production specifications.
Suzuki also outlined how reducing rolling resistance, optimising suspension characteristics, lowering electrical consumption and adjusting gear ratios helped the prototype achieve a range of up to 310km, compared with 230km earlier.
REEV Light Tech
As part of its electrification technology development across different vehicle segments, Suzuki's plans include next-generation hybrid systems for mini vehicles and compact cars, along with a series-hybrid system and a light range-extender EV concept.
For mini vehicles, Suzuki says its new hybrid system is aimed at balancing fuel economy, driving performance and cost, with a claimed 15 percent reduction in CO2 emissions compared with an ICE vehicle. Hybrids that generate electricity will play a key role in the development of compact cars. Suzuki plans to add external charging capability and a right-sized battery to this system, creating what it calls a “REEV Light”.
The company is also developing common e-axle technology for BEVs and hybrids. Two basic sizes are planned, with the larger unit intended for B-, C- and D-segment vehicles. Suzuki says it is also working on motors that do not use heavy rare-earth materials.
Development on ICE tech
Despite its focus on electrification, Suzuki plans to continue developing internal combustion engines for markets where they remain relevant. Suzuki is developing a next-generation direct-injection turbocharged engine, referred to as DITC, for growth markets including India.
The company is further studying CNG and CBG technologies for India. It says CNG vehicles account for around 40 percent of sales in India and is working on ways to improve packaging and reduce weight. One concept involves moving the CNG cylinder underneath the floor, which Suzuki says could increase cargo capacity by 100 litres and reduce weight by around 40kg through the use of a resin cylinder.
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The sub-4-metre sedan segment in India is essentially split between two types of buyers: fleet operators and private customers. Tata Motors now wants to make that distinction a little clearer with the launch of the new Aeris. The Tigor has been replaced by the Aeris in Tata's passenger vehicle line-up, but it isn't disappearing altogether. Instead, the Tigor will continue in its fleet-focused Xpres guise, while the Aeris will be sold only to private buyers. In other words, you won't see a yellow-plate Aeris on the road.
Tata says fleet operators account for 35 per cent of buyers in the sub-4-metre sedan segment, with the remaining 65 per cent made up of private customers. The company believes this has led personal buyers to share their choice of car with fleet operators, and is now separating the two by keeping the Xpres for commercial use.
The Xpres was introduced in India in 2021, initially as an electric-only model for fleet operators. Tata expanded its offering earlier this year with petrol and CNG versions, giving fleet customers more options beyond the Xpres-T EV. The Xpres petrol starts at Rs 5.74 lakh, while the Xpres CNG is priced from Rs 6.79 lakh, ex-showroom. Both are based on the Tigor, which has now been replaced by the Aeris in Tata's private-car range.
The Xpres petrol gets the same 1.2-litre Revotron naturally aspirated petrol engine as the Aeris. It churns out 85 bhp and 113 Nm and is paired exclusively with a five-speed manual gearbox. The CNG version, meanwhile, churns out 74 bhp and 95 Nm and gets Tata's twin-cylinder setup, with the 70-litre CNG tanks sitting inside the boot. The Xpres rides on 14-inch wheels.
The Xpres cabin is deliberately less feature-heavy, as you'd expect from a yellow plate car. It gets a dual-tone interior, but there is no audio system or infotainment screen, and the Xpres also misses out on features such as rear AC vents and Type-C charging ports.
Hyundai, Toyota and Maruti Suzuki have also offered fleet-oriented versions of their cars, although in those cases the same basic models are also available to private customers with more equipment and features.
For Tata, the idea is straightforward: the Aeris becomes the sub-4-metre sedan for personal buyers, while the Tigor-based Xpres continues to handle fleet duty. That allows the company to keep its presence in the heavyweight commercial compact sedan market without turning the new Aeris into another car that doubles up as a fleet taxi.
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Tata Motors’ renewed attempt at challenging the dominance of the Maruti Suzuki Dzire is the Aeris Subcompact sedan, which has been launched in India at a starting price of Rs 5.29 lakh (ex-showroom).
Initially thought to be a mere facelift, the Aeris is a more extensive revamp of the slow-selling sub-four metre sedan, as it uses a heavily modified platform, and also has a completely new interior. The Aeris will be available in five trim levels – Smart, Pure, Pure+, Creative and Accomplished and with petrol and CNG powertrains.
Tata Aeris: Price and Variant
Engine
1.2L Petrol
1.2 Petrol+ CNG
Transmission
MT
MT
Smart
₹5.29 Lakh
₹6.29 Lakh
Pure
₹6.14 Lakh
₹7.14 Lakh
Pure +
₹6.74 Lakh
₹7.74 Lakh
Creative
₹7.49 Lakh
₹8.49 Lakh
Accomplished
₹8.19 Lakh
₹9.19 Lakh
Tata Aeris: Design and platform
The Aeris now uses the same X-Alfa platform as the recently launched Tiago facelift. This, according to Tata’s Anand Kulkarni Product line director, EV, Passenger Vehicles Business Unit, helps the car’s electrical and electronics architecture make a significant leap. That said, the dimensions of the Aeris are nearly identical to the Tigor’s.
The Aeris has a new face – similar to the Tiago's – and a connected tail-light, which has been added to make the Aeris look bigger and wider, according to Tata design chief Martin Uhlarik. Wheel size, though remains the same, at 15 inches on the top variant.
Once again, the Aeris’ cabin is a complete departure from the Tigor’s, and in its layout and appearance, almost the same as the Tiago’s. It features a 10.25-inch touchscreen, a digital instrument cluster island and a two-spoke steering wheel.
Tata is keen on making an impact with the features list, so the Aeris packs segment-firsts such as ventilated leatherette seats and a dashcam with ‘sentry’ recording mode. Other features include blind spot monitoring enabled by the 360-degree cameras, wireless charging and 65-watt USB-C charging points.
Tata Aeris: Safety features
A big upgrade for the Aeris over the Tigor is the fitment of six airbags as standard. Other important safety features include ESP, hill hold control, type pressure monitoring, rear defogger and a leak detection system in the CNG variant.
Tata Aeris: Engine and gearbox
In this department, the Aeris is almost identical to the Tigor. It retains the same 1.2-litre petrol engine, and will be available with a twin-cylinder CNG option, too. Interestingly, the Aeris CNG is available in all variants – including the fully-loaded Accomplished – bar one (Smart).
However, Tata says it has recalibrated both petrol and CNG powertrains to enhance driveability and efficiency. When running on CNG, the Aeris makes a little more power and torque than before. Kulkarni told car&bike in real-world use, the Aeris petrol should have a fuel efficiency figure of around 16 kmpl.
The Tata Tigor has been in the Indian market for almost a decade. Now, the ‘Tigor’ name is set to be replaced by the Tata 'Aeris’. The Aeris is expected to sit on the same platform as the Tigor, but it gets a major makeover, both on the exterior and interior. The launch of this subcompact sedan is slated for today, and here’s what you can expect from it.
Teasers released by the company and several spy shots reveal that the Aeris is going to feature a completely new face, leaving behind the design language of the Tigor. Although it carries the same silhouette, there are several exterior changes.
At the front, it will get a new LED headlight setup, along with fog lights fitted at the corners of the bumper. Moreover, the bumper gets a minimalist layout featuring air curtains that draw air from the front and direct it towards the brakes.
The headlights are expected to feature a reflector-based all-LED setup. Surrounding the headlights will be the thin LED DRLs. It will retain the thick black bar connecting the headlights on either side. Overall, the front design will be simple yet sharp.
At the side, we expect the design to remain largely the same, as it retains a similar silhouette to the Tata Tigor. However, there will be a new alloy wheel design.
The rear will be heavily redesigned with a new set of taillights connecting LED strip running across both sides. The taillight setup will be all-LED, with the indicators integrated. The boot lid will feature a subtle spoiler to make the rear look sharper.
Tata Aeris: Interior
Tata also revealed the interior in a new teaser. The interior is very subtle and features a beige colour theme, with the AC vents, AC controls, steering wheel and infotainment system finished in dark grey/black.
From the teaser, we know that it will come with a 10.25-inch infotainment system with a 360-degree camera. For safety, the Aeris will also be equipped with a dashcam.
There are physical controls for the air conditioning, which can be adjusted using knobs.
The steering wheel gets physical buttons for call and audio controls. Moreover, it will come with paddle shifters, which will be a first for the brand’s compact sedan family.
In the centre console, the gear lever has been deleted and replaced by a gear knob. Alongside this, there is a wireless smartphone charging pad and USB Type-C ports.
Overall, the interior appears to share several elements with the Tata Tiago, including the new steering wheel and infotainment system.
Tata Aeris: Powertrain Details
The Tata Aeris is expected to get the same powertrain options as the Tata Tigor: a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated three-cylinder engine, which can be paired with manual and AMT gearboxes. The same engine is also available with the CNG variants. However, the Aeris could feature the dual-cylinder CNG technology seen on the Tata Punch CNG.
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The way you buy motor insurance could be in for a major change if the proposals by The Insurance Regulatory Authority of India (IRDAI) come into force. The idea is to make the entire process simpler for the consumer using a more seamless digital medium while reducing commissions on insurance at the same time. This could result in lower premiums in times to come and also give the consumer more choice while selecting an insurance provider. Here's a look at some key proposals.
Buy Insurance From Where You Want
Under the new proposals while purchasing a new vehicle the customer will be given the option of taking insurance through a digital medium like Bima Sugam and not just rely on the dealer for it. The dealer will have to give the option to customer (likely via a QR code) so that the he can make an informed choice while buying the policy for the vehicle. The proposed platform fee has been kept at 5% of the premium amount which will directly result on the overall premium of the vehicle going down.
The dealers will also not be able to deny cashless repairs to consumers if the policy is not purchased from them. This has been a major bone of contention between the buyers and service centers for a long time with buyers reporting hostile behaviour if the insurance policy was bought separately. Under the new guidelines it will not matter where the policy has been purchased from and the dealer will have to facilitate a cashless claim filed by the user.
Dealer Commissions To Go Down
The new proposals also aim to reduce dealer commissions more so for third party policies. According to reports, commission on insurance has gone up significantly over the last few years across all kinds of policies. In certain cases dealer margins went upto as high as 50% and even the average number stood at around 25% in the previous financial year making it a significant chunk of the total amount the buyer has to pay while selecting a policy. This can come down as low as 5%.
Future of Dealers As Insurance Sellers?
IRDAI has also proposed that dealers and insurance provides will be brought under a more organised framework. They will have to register as an insurance distribution entity (IDE) is they wish to sell insurance policies to the buyers. The other option will be to tie up with an IDE as an associate in order to keep selling policies. This will insure a more streamlined process with a larger digital presence for the benefit of the consumer.
These proposals are still at a consultation stage and could still take some time to come into effect if formulated. The idea is to make a complex process a lot more simpler which helps the consumer make an informed and correct choice. It remains to be seen how insurance providers and dealers will react to these proposals as they stand to lose revenues but overall it could also result in a larger consumer base in the country.
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Nissan has revealed the Pixo, a new electric A-segment city car designed specifically for European markets. It shares its underpinnings with the Renault Twingo but gets a distinct Nissan take on the design. The Pixo has been developed jointly with Renault, with Nissan responsible for the design. Production will take place at Renault's Novo Mesto facility in Slovenia.
Nissan Pixo: Exterior
While the Pixo is based on the Twingo, Nissan has gone to some lengths to make the new EV look different. The design takes a much more square, pixel-inspired approach, with a flattened nose, squared headlights with 7-shaped DRLs and a broad stance. The lower grille opening is made up of small square elements; while there is a small smiley etched on the right side.
At the rear, the Pixo gets a flat tail section and square taillights. Furthermore, it gets a flat roof and a steeply raked windscreen. A small smiling pixel motif is also found on the taillight. The Pixo measures 3,796mm long, 1,790mm wide and 1,512mm tall, with a 2,492mm wheelbase.
Nissan Pixo: Interior
Inside, the Pixo gets a long panel with a layered dashboard which has pointed ends on top. Along with the infotainment and driver’s display, physical controls and knobs are still part of the package for key functions. Notably, there is no centre console here, with some storage space dividing the front chairs.
The equipment list includes Google built-in, with Google's Gemini AI assistant, along with Nissan's connected services. The steering wheel is a three-spoke flat-bottom unit with mounted controls. The gear lever is mounted on the column behind the wheel.
Despite its small footprint, the Pixo offers a 356-litre boot with the rear seats in place, which expands to 1,221 litres with them folded. The standard driver-assistance package includes automated emergency braking and lane-keeping assistance, while Nissan's e-Pedal system is also available.
Nissan Pixo: Powertrain and battery
Nissan hasn't changed the recipe when it comes to powertrain and battery pack. The Pixo gets the same running gear as the Twingo, which is a 27.5kWh LFP battery returning a claimed range of up to 259 km on the WLTP cycle. The electric motor produces 80.4 bhp, while 50kW DC rapid charging is standard. Nissan says a 15-80 per cent charge takes 28 minutes. The car also gets 11kW bidirectional AC charging.
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Bajaj Auto is preparing to expand its new TFT-equipped Pulsar range, with updated versions of the Pulsar NS200 and Pulsar NS400Z spotted at dealerships ahead of their official launch. The two motorcycles get Bajaj’s new 5-inch TFT instrument cluster, bringing a significant technology upgrade to the NS range.
The new TFT unit supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity and works with Bajaj’s smartphone application. It offers Google Maps mirroring, with Android users able to access navigation even when their phone screen is switched off. Other connected functions include music controls, call alerts, third-party app notifications and digital storage for documents such as the driving licence, insurance and registration certificate. Both bikes also get revised switchgear to operate the new display.
The Pulsar NS200, however, gets more than just a technology upgrade. The updated motorcycle is expected to feature WP Apex USD front forks, bringing more premium hardware to the 200 cc streetfighter. There have also been reports of possible changes to the tyres and braking hardware, although these details have not been officially confirmed.
The NS400Z, meanwhile, appears to retain its existing mechanical package. It is expected to continue with the 349.13 cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine producing 40.6 bhp and 33.2 Nm.
Bajaj has not yet announced the launch date or pricing for the updated motorcycles. However, their arrival at dealerships suggests that the official announcement and deliveries could begin shortly, ahead of the festive season.
It has taken Bentley 107 years to build its first electric car. The British luxury carmaker has revealed the Torcal, a new electric SUV that becomes its fourth model line, alongside the Bentayga, Continental and Flying Spur. It will be offered in standard and S versions, with up to 600 km of claimed WLTP range and as much as 875 bhp in its most powerful form. The Torcal shares its platform with the Porsche Cayenne Electric and is also the first model to boast the brand’s new emblem.
Bentley Torcal: Powertrain and Battery Pack
The Torcal gets power from two permanent-magnet synchronous motors, one on each axle. The standard version produces around 810 bhp and 1,194 Nm, enabling it to accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 3.4 sec before hitting a top speed of 250 kmph.
The Torcal S increases output to 875 bhp and 1,350 Nm when Launch Control is active. It can complete the 0-100 kmph run in 2.9 sec and has a top speed of 260 kmph.
The battery has a net capacity of 113 kWh and runs on an 800V electrical architecture. Bentley claims a maximum WLTP range of 600km. Using a 400 kW charger, the battery can go from 10 to 80 per cent in 16 minutes, while 161 km of range can be added in seven minutes (claimed).
Now to the way it looks. The Torcal takes Bentley's traditional upright grille and gives it a new interpretation. The squared-off grille is made up of illuminated crystal diamonds, with clear-centred elements on the standard car and black-filled diamonds on the S.
The front end is relatively sharp for an electric SUV, while the long wheelbase and short overhangs give it a substantial stance. At the rear, a raised section behind the cabin takes inspiration from the coachbuilt Bentleys of the 1930s. The LED tail-lights also feature a diamond pattern, while it sports pronounced rear haunches and flared wheel arches.
The standard Torcal rides on 21-inch wheels, while the S comes with 22-inch wheels as standard. The Torcal S gets its own set of cosmetic changes, including black exterior trim, dark rear lamps, red brake callipers, S badging, sports pedals and Piano Black veneer.
The Torcal is also the first production Bentley to wear the company's recently redesigned emblem. Its name comes from El Torcal de Antequera, a rock formation in Spain, akin to other cars in the carmaker's lineup.
Bentley Torcal: Interior
The cabin sticks to Bentley's familiar approach, with the dashboard retaining the brand's wing-inspired design. Physical controls remain on the centre console and steering wheel, while leather, wood, aluminium, and wool run throughout the interior.
The front seats get 16-way adjustment, heating, ventilation, adjustable bolsters and massage as standard. Optional bits here include Bentley's Postural Adjust and Smart Seat Climate systems, which make continuous adjustments to the seat and temperature settings. The Wellness Seat Specification takes the massage function further, extending it into the seat cushion. Towards the rear, it gets a power-fold function, a first for a Bentley.
Bentley Torcal: Features
The Torcal gets curved OLED displays, facial recognition for loading individual driver settings and a mobile device key that allows a smartphone to be used in place of the conventional key. An augmented-reality head-up display can project navigation directions and ADAS information into the driver's field of view. The SUV also comes with 25 radars, sensors and cameras for its driver-assistance and parking systems. The technology includes assistance for towing, parallel parking, remote parking through an app and more.
The Torcal also gets powered doors that can open and close automatically. There are two audio systems. The standard setup has 16 speakers and 620W, while the optional Naim system gets 28 speakers, 1,780W, Dolby Atmos, seat shakers and speakers integrated into the front headrests.
Bentley Torcal: Hardware
The Torcal gets fully active suspension with adaptive two-valve dampers. Each damper can be adjusted independently in response to road and driver inputs, while the system also handles body roll without anti-roll bars.
All-wheel steering is standard, with the rear wheels able to turn by up to five degrees. Braking is handled by 420mm front and 370mm rear iron discs. A carbon-silicon-carbide brake package is also available, with 440mm front and 410mm rear discs.
Bentley Torcal: Sound
Bentley has created a dedicated sound for the Torcal rather than simply trying to reproduce the noise of an internal-combustion engine. The Dynamic Symphony uses recordings of real instruments, including drums, viola and bass guitar, with its volume and character changing according to vehicle speed and torque demand.
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Bengaluru-based Ultraviolette has announced a new $85 million funding round led by deep-tech investors Yali Capital and TDK Ventures. The funding also includes investment from Lip-Bu Tan, Chairman of Walden International and an advisor to Ultraviolette, along with the company's existing investors.
The company plans to use the fresh capital to scale production of its existing F77 and X-47 electric motorcycles, as well as upcoming models including the Tesseract and Shockwave.
A key focus of the investment will be Ultraviolette's international expansion. The company is targeting the US market in 2027 and plans to expand further across Latin America and Southeast Asia.
The funding will also be used to develop Ultraviolette's next generation of global EV platforms, building on its in-house expertise in battery technology, power electronics, vehicle architecture and software.
The company currently works with battery architectures ranging from 48V to 400V, allowing it to develop electric vehicles across different segments and performance requirements. Ultraviolette says this vertically integrated approach will help it tailor future platforms around range, performance, thermal management and packaging requirements.
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