World EV Day: Thinking of buying an electric scooter? Here are the top five options
Today is the World EV Day. Electric vehicles (EVs) play a pivotal role in reducing carbon emissions and combating climate change.
On this day, we celebrate the advancements in EV technology, the expanding charging infrastructure, and the growing adoption of clean transportation worldwide.
So if you are planning to buy an EV to contribute to cleaner air, quieter streets, and a greener planet for generations to come, here is a list of five best electric scooters that you can buy in India.
TVS X
TVS recently launched its premium electric crossover two-wheeler TVS X, targeting the millennials and Gen Z population in India and abroad. Launched at an introductory price of Rs 2.50 lakh, the electric two-wheeler comes with a high-performance battery pack that delivers 4.44 kWh of installed capacity of energy, acceleration of 0-40 kilometres per hour in 2.6 seconds, and a sustained maximum speed of 105 kmph.
The in-house battery management system at TVS Motor ensures safe operation and a prolonged lifespan of cells by continuously monitoring current flow.
Customers will get the option of a Smart X home rapid charger that delivers 0–50 per cent in 50 minutes (optional add-on 3 kW fast charger) or a portable charger that delivers 0-80 per cent in 4 hours and 30 minutes (950W charger). The electric two-wheeler comes with a unique feature of a 10.2-inch HD+ TFT touchscreen, the largest in this class, and offers navigation, music, video offerings, gaming options, etc.
to the rider.
Ather 450X
This one comes in two battery variants: a 3.7kW model offering 150 km range and a 2.9 kW model with 111 km range. Its 6.4kW PMSM motor with an instant torque of 26 Nm offers 90 km/h top speed with acceleration from 0 to 40 in 3.3 seconds.
