Tata Motors introduces ZIPTRON electric vehicle technology

One the largest utility vehicle manufacturers in the country, Tata Motors has introduced the electric vehicle technology, ZIPTRON, which will power a range of Tata electric cars, starting with a new launch in Q4 of FY20. The company claims that the state-of-art electric vehicle technology will propel future of eMobility in India. ZIPTRON EV powertrain technology, is a building block towards Tata Motors’ consistent strive for commonality, to drive economies of scale and to make new technologies affordable for the Indian consumers.

Tata Motors further adds that the technology embodies distinctive characteristics, such as - efficient high voltage system, zippy performance, long range, fast charging capability, battery with warranty of 8 years, and adherence to the IP67 standard. The ZIPTRON technology comprises of a highly efficient permanent magnet AC motor providing superior performance on demand. It also offers dust and water proof battery system that meets the IP67 standards. Further, ZIPTROP utilizes smart regenerative braking to charge the battery while on the drive.

Speaking on the occasion, Guenter Butschek, CEO and MD, Tata Motors said, “We are proud to present this state-of-art technology brand – ZIPTRON, which has been designed in-house while utilizing our global engineering network. At the heart of our future EV line-up, this technology will deliver a thrilling driving experience to our customers aspiring to go-green. Rigorously tested across 1 million kms, ZIPTRON technology is well proven, advanced and reliable. With this technology, we hope to usher in a new wave of eMobility in India and accelerate faster adoption of EVs, supporting the Government’s vision.”

Additionally, Tata Motors also rolled out the ZIPTRON Freedom 2.0 campaign. This campaign aims at highlighting how this technology breaks existing barriers and provides freedom from pollution, addresses range anxiety, and offers electrifying driving performance.