Cars in India

SAIC-owned MG Motor India on Friday announced that it has shortlisted a smart EV charging solution startup launched in January 2020 with the aim of supporting the innovative concept in the automotive space under its developer program and grant . The company said in a release, to help EV owners charge connecting points with users, helping EV owners find charging points through a multiplier application. Owners of charging points can earn revenue as users come to charge their EVs. This helps in easy monetization for owners of EV charging points, thus meeting a major requirement-gap in the Indian EV market. Speaking on the partnership, Rajiv Chaba, Chairman and Managing Director, MG Motor India said, "The objective behind the MG Developer Program and Grant is to accelerate the development and support of the Smart Mobility ecosystem in the Indian automotive landscape by bringing innovative ideas. . Front solution. We are happy to dynamically shortlist and support, which will ...

The electric MG ZS SUV is going on sale in the UK with a 163-mile (262 km) range and a special offer that promises prices from £21,495 for the first 1,000 cars registered. These first customers will also get a free home charging point including free installation. The ZS uses a front electric motor with 105 kW and 353 Nm of torque from a 44.5 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. The battery has been mounted underneath the car, which is capable of rapid charging. Daniel Gregorious, Head of Sales & Marketing at MG, said: “With an exciting £21,495 price point at launch, ZS EV is a compelling option for customers who want to switch from old school petrol and diesel cars and enjoy all the wonderful benefits of electric motoring.” One might also point out that the British brand’s latest electric car   model is still almost twice the price of their combustion engine version, although, of course, EV customers spend less on both fuel/charging and maintenance. The ...

In India, electric car interest is soaring, with MG Motors receiving orders for nearly 3,000 ZSs, all- latest electric car , in less than a month. Essentially, electric cars were sold out before they were placed on the market, so the company temporarily stopped booking. To date, the statistics have reached more than 2,800 vehicles in 27 days, enabling MG Motor India to meet the 2,409 bookings received from the markets where the SUV MG ZS was initially placed on the market. These markets are Delhi / NCR, Mumbai, and Ahmed Tabad, Bangalore and Hyderabad. It looks like the company has reached the best time to own an electric MG vehicle in India , on the one hand, it leverages government subsidies for electric vehicles and infrastructure, and on the other, it offers "sustainable luxury" at attractive prices. 40% of bookings are made online, which indicates that consumer behaviour has changed again in the world's largest electric vehicle market. India has this title (t...

MG Motor's MG ZS EV has undergone a "wading" test. The company's all-electric car, to be launched in India in January, was recently tested in Shanghai. Calibration action Rajiv Chaba, president and general manager of MG Automotive India, realizes that India is not ready for electric vehicles. "We want to be different as a technology leader," he told BusinessLine. With technology leadership, he is not limited to products. He added: " MG Motor India is building (with partners) charging infrastructure and a battery end-of-life strategy." Chaba hopes that this positioning will make MG a force to be reckoned with in India and lay the foundation for its long-term plans. , Including the possibility of entering the small car market. Currently, MG Motor is taking calibration steps. Its production has been measured. "Our basic knowledge is correct. Our focus has always been to recruit the right people, choose the right dealers and build the righ...

MG Motor, the latest Electric car brand to enter India, is trying to position itself as an innovation and technology leader to compete for a market dominated by Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai, which together account for 70% of the cars sold. MG Hector is the UK’s first iconic brand car, now owned by SAIC (formerly Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation), and is MG Motor India ’s first connected SUV. It provides remote vehicle control, voice assistant and other functions, and has been widely praised by customers. The car has been booked 33,000 times in the weeks since its launch. So far, it has delivered 10,000 units. The company has announced its second product, the MG ZS EV, a latest electric car in India. The car is powered by a 44KwH battery and has a cruising range of 335 kilometres. It will be launched in December and will begin sales in January next year.

After the market launch of its MG ZS electric vehicle (EV), MG Motor India is all set to establish a charging infrastructure in the country. With this agenda, the British brand owned by Chinese company SAIC Motor announced on Tuesday (19 November) that it had set up its first EV fast-charging station in Gurugram. In July 2019, the company partnered with fintech-based cleantech company Fortum Charge to set up 50 kW CCS and Chademo DC public fast-charging stations for EVs across India, including Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Ahmedabad. These charging stations can be accessed through the Fortum mobile app with compatible EV and MG motor EVs. The company has partnered with Delhi-based eChargeBays to pursue the establishment of charging stations at consumers’ homes. MG Motor India Chairman and Managing Director Rajiv Chaba said that the company wants to provide adequate charging infrastructure for its first set of customers, as the charging infrastructure is imp...

MG Motors has finally unveiled the second offering ZS Electric SUV in India. The EV is to be launched in January 2020 along with the Hyundai Kona. The new MG ZS electric SUV finally makes its debut in India. It is the second electric SUV in India to cost less than Rs 25 lakh to reduce Hyundai Kona. Prices will come out in January 2020. The MG ZS EV is a B-segment SUV with dimensions like Hyundai Creta, Kia Keltos and Nissan Kicks. Booking for EG starts at Rs 50,000 at the MG dealership. We expect delivery to begin early next year. Under the hood, the ZS EV gets a 44.5 kW electric motor with a lithium-ion IP67 rated battery. The motor is capable of generating 143 PS of power and 353 Nm of peak torque. MG claims that the ZS EV will offer a driving range of 340 km. Three driving modes - Eco, Normal and Sport are given. The SUV is capable of touching 0–100 km / h in 8.5 seconds. The electric battery system is Bosch-derived and follows a sophisticated management system with three ...

MG Motors has showcased 14 new cars at the ongoing 2020 Delhi Auto Expo. In this article, we bring you live photos and details about the Rowe Marvel X Pure Electric SUV. This pure electric SUV has been manufactured by the SAIC Group under the Kappa brand and is currently on sale in the Chinese market. The MG Marvel X Pure EV comes with two electric motors , which are fitted on the front and rear axles. In the Chinese market, the EV is available in 2 variants - AWD and 2WD. While the all-wheel-drive model gets a peak power of 297bhp and torque of 665Nm, the 2WD model produces 183bhp of power and 410Nm of torque. MG Marvel X is claimed to offer an impressive range of 500 km. It also supports fast charging option. This exciting SUV can be charged up to 80 percent in 40 minutes using a DC fast charger. It accelerates from zero to 100 kmph in just 4.8 seconds before hitting an electronically limited top speed of 180 kmph. The SUV features an iBooster Intelligent Control System that en...

Morris Garage has unveiled the new MG Gluster 7-seater premium SUV at the ongoing Auto Expo 2020. The company has revealed 14 new cars at the biennial event, including the Hector 6-seater, Marvel X Pure Electric SUV, Vision-i Concept MPV, HS SUV and more. In this article, we have brought to you live images and key facts about the new MG Gluster Premium SUV . Morris Garage has unveiled the new MG Gluster 7-seater premium SUV at the ongoing Auto Expo 2020. The company has revealed 14 new cars at the biennial event, including the Hector 6-seater, Marvel X Pure Electric SUV, Vision-i Concept MPV, HS SUV and more. In this article, we have brought to you live images and key facts about the new MG Gluster Premium SUV. Based on MAXUS D90 The Gluster is based on the Maxus D90 SUV. The fully developed SUV is retired in China under the Maxus sub-brand of SAIC (Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation). Big thank you and messenger In terms of dimensions, the MG Gloster is 5,005 mm in len...

Morris Garage recently unveiled the MG Hector Plus SUV at the Auto Expo 2020. The three-row version of the Hector will offer captain seats and second-row bench-type seats with 6-seat and 7-seat configurations, respectively. While the MG Hector Plus 6-seater will hit showrooms in the summer, the 7-seater version will be launched during the 2020 festive season. The MG Hector Plus 6-seater third-row seats will come with a 50:50 split ratio and the 7-seater model comes with 60:40 split-bench seats. Both versions will come with a 2.0L diesel borrowed from a 5-seater Hector and a 1.5L turbo petrol engine. The oil burner provides the power of 170PS and 350Nm, and the gasoline motor makes 143PS and 250Nm. While a 6-speed manual gearbox will be standard, a 6-speed DCT will be offered exclusively with petrol engines. Minor cosmetic changes have been made to the three-row Hector. The model features a thick LED DRL, an all-black grille without chrome surrounds, revised front bumpers, headlam...

The pros and cons: Let's summarise the three types of electrically-powered cars: Regular hybrid (eg - MG ZS EUV) PROS: cheaper, no charging required, no range anxiety, regular petrol engine makes it feel like a regular petrol car CONS: only very short journeys (a few miles at best) will be fully electric, small battery pack and weak petrol engine means relatively poor performance compared to a normal petrol car or a fully electric car, poor economy when driven hard (like most Prius minicabs in London...), not very spacious for passengers and luggage due to carrying petrol and electric powertrains in one car Fully electric car (EV) PROS: powerful electric motor gives much better performance than a regular hybrid, larger battery pack means longer electric running,  latest electric cars in India no petrol engine reduces weight and frees up a lot of space, £5000 government rebate, electricity is cheaper and usually less polluting than petrol, privileged parking spaces in certai...

Williamstown Football Club is proud to launch a new partnership that will make Werribee MG a major sponsor of women's VFL teams over the next three years. In all home and away games, the Werribee MGs logo will be highlighted on the back of the female seagull Guernsey. "We are very pleased that MG Motor India the largest car dealership in the western suburbs, has partnered with our club to support our VFLW team," said CEO Jason Reddick. Werribee MG Motor is part of the Werribee & Western Automotive Group and actively supports local communities, charities and sports clubs in the West. "The Werribee & Western Automotive Group has been a loyal partner of Seagull for many years, and we are delighted that they have extended this partnership to now include our female team. Latest SUV Cars The appeal of the MG car is perfect for the club's first 155-year history The new women's market attracted by women's teams. " Werribee and Kelly Van Blommest...

MG Hector, the British car manufacturer's first offering in India, has been receiving tremendous response since its launch. Encouraged by its success, the carmaker plans to bring its 6 and 7-seater variants ( MG Hector Plus) in the coming months. In addition, carmakers will enter the SUV segment as a whole, with MG Gloster and MG G10 and MG 360 M making their debut in India at Auto Expo 2020. The MG Hector Plus 6-seater version will be the first in hit showrooms. While the 6-seater variant will be launched in the summer, the 7-seater model will come around the 2020 Diwali season. Powering the SUV will be 170PS, 2.0L diesel, and 143PS, 1.5L turbo petrol engine that will be mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. The 6-speed DCT transmission will only be available with the petrol engine. The design of the Hector Plus will be slightly different from that of the standard 5-seater Hector SUV. Speaking of MG Gloster , the 7-seater SUV is based on the China-spec Maxus D90. In terms o...

MG Motor made its domestic debut in late June 2019 with Hector. The C-segment SUV has been an instant hit for the British manufacturer for several reasons. The interior, complemented by a wide range of in-car connectivity features and trims, has been well received among customers and bookings exceed the 50Kmarks. The company issued a statement today acknowledging this achievement and approximately 20,000 units were retained in the last eight-month period. Supported as India's first Internet car, the Hector is available in four variants - Style, Super, Smart, and Sharp - across eleven trims. It can be had in regular petrol, petrol light-hybrid, and diesel engine options. Since launch, the five-seater has managed to improve the sales volume of the Jeep Compass, while some mid-size SUVs did not hold as much stability as the Hector. Baojun 530 based Hector is priced between Rs. 12.74 lakhs and Rs. 17.44 lakh (ex-showroom), and thus appeal to potential buyers in mid-size and C-SU...

MG Motor India made an attractive impact at the 2020 Auto Expo last month by showcasing many new products and concepts. Some of them are in the form of RC6 premium sedans in India and the Gloster full-size SUV will be launched. While Glouster's arrival is certain later this year, the RC6 may make its showroom appearance sometime in 2021. The British manufacturer has two SUVs in its current portfolio as Hector accompanies the ZS EV. The SUV range will be consolidated by the launch of the Gloster, which will serve as the flagship model. It costs around Rs. According to reports 50 lakh and is reaching dealerships this Diwali. Due to its premium nature, the target is to sell only 5,000 to 6,000 units per year. The MG Gloster is basically a rebadged version of the Maxus D90 and can be assembled locally. It is 5,005 mm in length, 1,932 mm in width and 2,950 mm and 1,875 mm long with a wheelbase of 210 mm ground clearance. It has larger dimensions than rivals such as Toyota Fortuner, ...

As the official global car partner of Liverpool Football Club (LFC), MG Motor India recently organized a meeting and greeting program with Emil Heskey. “As the official global car partner of British Football Club - Liverpool, we aim to provide MG Motor India and the passionate Liverpool supporters of the country the opportunity to create delightful memories together. The coming together of two iconic British brands with a global fanbase is a collective effort to provide an exciting experience for the Indian football community and fans. In addition, MG Motor's brand heritage truly resonates with the club's rich history, making it a special event for us, ”said Gaurav Gupta, Chief Commercial Officer, MG Motor India . Through this partnership, MG Motor India aims to leverage the growing popularity of football around the world to strengthen the brand's presence among its target audience of young, sporty and passionate customers. The collaboration with LFC aims to acce...

MG Hector features a whole host of connectivity-based technologies and around 20,000 units have been sold since its market debut. MG Motor made its domestic debut in late June 2019 with Hector. The C-segment SUV has been an instant hit for the British manufacturer for several reasons. The interior, complemented by a wide range of in-car connectivity features and trims, has been well received among customers and bookings exceed the 50,000 marks. The company issued a statement today acknowledging this achievement and approximately 20,000 units were retained in the last eight-month period. Supported as India's first Internet car, the Hector is available in four variants - Style, Super, Smart, and Sharp - across eleven trims. It can be had in regular petrol, petrol light-hybrid, and diesel engine options. Since launch, the five-seater has managed to improve the sales volume of the Jeep Compass, while some mid-size SUVs did not hold as much stability as the Hector. Baojun 530 based...

MG Motors started their innings in India with SUVs. We saw Hector and then ZS EV. These SUVs will also feature Gloster full-size SUVs and later MG Hector Plus. Perhaps the only break in their SUV lineup will be the G10 MPV which is set for the future. The point to note is that MG is only operating at the premium and executive end of the market with its premium cars. According to Rajiv Chaba president and MD MG Motor Car in India , MG wants to strengthen its position in the market as a premium brand. However, after establishing themselves at the premium end of the market, they have the intention of coming down. Following these sleeves of SUVs and G10 MPVs, MG Motors' next pair of products will be more affordable and appeal to a wider audience. After Gluster and the G10, MG Motors ' next product will be the ZS Petrol SUV, which is essentially a rival to the Hyundai Creta. It will be the facelifted version of the overseas-sold ZS SUV that will arrive in India and will be po...

Talk to anyone in Motown India, and the story you will hear will be the most difficult and imminent layoffs. But on the 10th floor of the brand new Milestone Experiment Center at MG Motor's office in Gurgaon, the mood is upbeat. A subsidiary of the $ 128 billion Chinese giant Shanghai Auto Industrial Corporation (SAIC), it is busy plotting an aggressive growth path in India. The furniture is still being unchanged. The conference hall is buzzing with meetings. In one of them, the launch Imagine, with 28,000 bookings, MG Motor has had to temporarily close bookings for its Hector SUV in 2019 - in a shrinking market. Its 46,000-square-foot office space - purchased for Rs 150 crore - reflects SAIC's ambitions in the Indian market. Its journey began in 2017 when it bought General Motors' Halol plant in Gujarat when it exited India's domestic market. Since then, SAIC has been quietly shaping up his India trip with Rajiv Chaba as Managing Director. In India, mo. Unfortun...

MG Hector started the Indian innings of the prestigious British automotive market with a bang. The SUV was well received and made for more than 21,000 bookings. Hector has the perfect SUV features that have made it a hit with Indian customers. It looks butch and modern, which makes you want to give it a second glimpse. It is quite large and comfortable with exceptional legroom and class-leading 587 liters of boot space, making it the perfect companion for that long vacation! The 2.0-liter diesel engine gets class-leading power figures, while the 1.5-liter petrol comes with a 48-V mild hybrid system for torque boost and 12 percent additional fuel efficiency. Price for currency pricing. The Hector range starts at Rs 12.18 lakh and goes up to Rs 16.88 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The main talking point in this smart SUV is the 10.4-inch vertical stacked infotainment system that comes with i-SMART connected-car technology. In addition to your regular Android Auto and Apple CarPlay...

The luxury segment here is the MG Vehicles In India SUV Gloster. These new models are scheduled to be launched in the domestic market later this year, the company said. With the launch of the Gloster and G10, our Sport will enter the sport utility vehicle (SUV) and multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) segments respectively. We are confident that, with its best-in-class features, specifications, and performance, the Gloster will be a benchmark for luxury SUVs, with a launch later this year in India. The G10, which is expected to give the Kia Motors MPV Carnival a direct competition, is sold globally in markets such as Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, South American and ASEAN countries. It comes with features such as various seating configurations, touch-free smart sensing rear doors, and smart automatic sliding doors. At Auto Expo 2020, MG Vehicles In India showcased 14 advanced vehicles in the hatchback, sedan and utility vehicle segments.

MG Motor has declared the name of its SUV which will be its first product Car in India . The MG Hector will be a compact SUV offering a wide range of Hyundai Creta, KIA SP Concept, Jeep Compass and both types of SUVs in the compact and mid-size SUV segment. The compact SUV segment has always been the most attractive segment in India and it is heating up with the launch of the new SUV. One such SUV that will enter the segment is the MG Hector with which the SAIC-owned British brand will enter our market. Just yesterday, MG Motor announced the name of its first SUV. MG Hector was named after Prince Hector of Troy after the Great British Biplane used by the British Airforce in the 1930s. Here are the main five things we think about MG Motor's up and coming SUV. Hector will be the first model in the MG motor's line-up in India. It will be manufactured locally at MG Motor's Halol facility in Gujarat and the company plans to launch it in India by mid-2019. The MG Hector ...

MG (Morris Garage) Indian Motor Company introduced ZS electric car. The MG ZS EV received an impressive five stars in European NCAP crash tests and has caused a sensation in the market. The MG ZS EV is a powerful electric SUV, available in Excite and Exclusive versions. Here are all the bells and whistles for both decorations. MG ZS EV Excite -Chrome trim on front grille -Breathable glowing logo -Projector headlight -LED DRL -ORVM and bumper in body color -Turn on the ORVM indicator -Chrome on window waist -Chrome + body color -Silver finish on door trim -Rear spoiler -Machined 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels -Leather seat -Leather overlocked steering wheel -Door trim and leather on dashboard -Leather driver's armrest with storage -8.9 cm MID -Door handle with chrome -Rear 60:40 split seat -Touchscreen infotainment system 20.32 cm -Android Auto + Apple Carplay -4 speakers -Front and rear charging USB ports -Bluetooth -FM / AM radio -Turn to installe...

MG Motor is now operating and is its first product name in India: Hector. The mid-size SUV is now fully demonstrated. About Hector, you should know the following 8 solid things: 1. MG: India's "new" automaker MG a.k.a Morris Garages has been established in the UK (aged 95) since 1924 (pre-independence era) and is known for its classic sports cars and cabriolets. MG was acquired by China's state-owned SAIC Group (formerly SAIC) in the late 2000s. 2. What is Hector's name? According to the British automaker, the name " Hector " was inspired by several factors, all related to Europe. The first was Hawker Hector, a hawker who served as a biplane in the Royal Army in the 1930s. Second, Hector of Troy, Prince Troy, fought bravely during the Trojan War. 3.Hector based  The 2019 MG Hector will share its platform and style with Baojun's 530 SUV, another Baojun car manufacturer such as SAIC's MG Motor. According to the latest trailer, except...