Tata Avinya adds 310 miles of range in 30 minutes

Tata managed to surprise the world with the unveiling of the Avinya, a futuristic looking concept car that clearly shows the Indian automaker has serious ambitions when it comes to the EV market. Following the trend set by Audi we are presented with a vehicle with all wheels pushed out far to the corners, doors opening wide to reveal interior without a B pillar and with seats swivelling around to create passenger friendly interior.

Front and rear lights make up the company logo with the front fascia covered in LEDs, we notice side mirrors replaced with cameras and there’s no getting away from the size of the wheels - they are as big as they get, it’s time to get used to 23s, ladies and gents. According to Tata, the Avinya - which by the way means “innovation” in Sanskrit - is built on a bespoke, EV dedicated platform, with a battery being able to charge in 30 minutes to give 500 km of range. What type and size of the battery it is we don’t know, Tata didn't say.

The interior is where we can spot the biggest - or the smallest if you like - difference: there is no central screen! Bucking the global trends, Tata decided to do away with a large screen and replaced it with a small one sitting atop the steering column, right where the driver will need it most. Quite a brave decision from Tata and refreshing one as well, the cabin looks immediately so much bigger and lighter with focus being put on what’s outside. Whether this idea materializes or not - time will tell. Tata plans to have the vehicle in production by 2025 - we say bring it on!

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