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Hello my dears,

Mahindra has been on my watch for some time due to its potential in agricultural machinery.

The Batmobile could perhaps now be a reason to get in.

What do you think of India?

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Indian car manufacturer Mahindra recently unveiled its new electric SUV, the BE 6 Batman Edition. The collector's item is strictly limited and is already sold out.

The Dark Knight trilogy is one of the world's most successful film series. The three films by star director Christopher Nolan have grossed 2.47 billion US dollars at the box office alone. The focus is on the comic book hero Batman, the alter ego of billionaire Bruce Wayne. As a young boy, he was forced to watch a gangster shoot his parents. In search of revenge and justice, he fights evil in the fictional "Gotham City". As a superhero without superpowers, Batman or "the Dark Knight" stands for intelligence, skill and technical know-how.

With a "rare combination of cinematic tradition and modern luxury", Indian car manufacturer Mahindra now wants to bring this feeling a little closer to its customers. Because the new electric SUV "BE 6 Batman Edition" promises exactly that: innovation, resilience and a relentless drive to push boundaries.

Indian SUV promises electric motor with Batman sound

The "Batman Edition" is a special edition of the BE6 electric SUV from Mahindra. This was unveiled back in 2024 and promises

a 79 kWh battery

A range of up to 550 kilometers

282 HP

380 newton meters of torque

a 3-in-1 drivetrain (210 kW output)

and a level 2 assistance system

According to the manufacturer, the driving experience should catapult car fans straight to Gotham City. In addition to "individual, Batman-inspired engine sounds", Mahindra promises "the thrill of Batman every time you drive."

The Batmobile is available from 27,000 euros - but so far only in India. It is already sold out there.

Batman details in gold and matt black - inside and out

According to Mahindra Chief Designer and Creative Director Pratap Bose, the team has taken care of the smallest details: "So that you can discover something new every time you look at it."

On the exterior, these include:

the special "Satin Black" color with special Batman decals on the front doors and rear door trim

R20 alloy wheels for an "aggressive, athletic look"

Alchemy Gold-painted suspension and brake callipers

the Bat emblem from "The Dark Knight" trilogy on the hubcaps, front side panels, rear bumper, windows and rear window

the "Night Trail" Infinity roof

Carpet lights with projection of the Bat emblem logo

According to the manufacturer, the interior also offers that superhero feeling. The equipment includes, among other things:

a plaque in "Brushed Alchemy Gold Batman Edition" on the dashboard with numbering

Alcantara and leather seat covers with gold-colored sepia stitching

Gold accents on the steering wheel, in-touch controller,

electronic parking brake and a customized key fob with "Alchemy Gold" details

the Bat emblem is embossed on the boost button, the seats and the interior labels

Open racing car-style seat belts with Batman branding

Batman welcome animation on the infotainment display

Exclusive feel thanks to strictly limited edition

"Some vehicles are built to take you from one place to another. And then there are those that move you," Mahindra advertises the new "Batmobile"

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However, this special edition will not be moving too many people. Even though Mahindra has already expanded the originally planned 300 vehicles due to the high demand. There will be a maximum of 999 vehicles.

The manufacturer wants to maintain exclusivity: "It's a collector's item on wheels," says Vikram Sharma, Head of Consumer Products at Warner Bros Discovery Asia Pacific, commenting on the partnership.

The first vehicles were delivered in true style on September 20 - known among fans as International Batman Day.

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My dears,

maybe it's worth taking a look at India.

New GST rates for cars: The GST Council has approved a 1,000 basis points reduction in indirect tax for several segments of the country's automobile industry, including small cars, motorcycles and related components.

Who will be the big winner of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'big Diwali gift' in the form of the 'next generation GST reforms'? According to a study by Zee Business, in the country's vast and highly competitive automobile industry, companies like M&M, Maruti Suzuki, TVS Motor Company, Bajaj Auto and Tata Motors will be the biggest beneficiaries.

https://www.zeebiz.com/personal-finance/gst/news-gst-cuts-for-auto-mm-maruti-tamo-hero-other-major-winners-as-council-cuts-tax-to-18-378045

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An agricultural machinery manufacturer previously unknown in Europe has developed its first 400 hp tractor with hybrid drive. The brand is backed by a huge corporation from Asia. Will Fendt and John Deere have to prepare for competition?

Agricultural machinery groups such as John Deere and AGCO are known in Europe for their strong brands. So far, only a few farmers and contractors are familiar with the Chinese company Zoomlion. But that could change in the next few years.

The state-owned company is not only one of the world's largest machine manufacturers, but has now unveiled its first tractor with 400 hp. The special feature: The large tractor works with a hybrid drive. We explain the details.

Chinese XXL tractor Zoomlion with 400 hp

Some farmers are familiar with the Chinese brand Zoomlion from Agritechca 2015, when the agricultural machinery brand was represented as an exhibitor and showed a standard tractor with 160 hp and a Deutz engine (tractors from China for the European market).

In addition to cranes, excavators and concrete pumps, Zoomlion also builds tractors, balers, combine harvesters for rice and grain and other agricultural machinery in its agricultural division.

Hybrid tractor: few details known so far

According to the company, Zoomlion's first hybrid tractor rolled out of the production plant in Kaifeng in Henan province in eastern China at the beginning of the year. The Zoomlion DV4004 is a standard tractor with 400 hp. So far, however, there is little technical data on the tractor.

Engine and generator: Will the tractor be diesel-electric?

The hybrid tractor is partly directly driven, but also has several motors installed, probably electric motors for auxiliary drives. Even though Zoomlion does not provide any further information about the drive, the tractor presumably works with a diesel engine and a generator. No details are known about the exhaust emission standard achieved.

Large Chinese tractor with large cab

Photos show the tractor with tires from Trelleborg. It is said to achieve a tractive force of the equivalent of 14.5 tons and be able to travel at a speed of 12 km/h "under heavy load". According to Zoomlion, the tractor consumes 23.25 l/ha of diesel, which is 8 percent less than a comparable tractor in this power range. The four-post cab looks very large. There is no information on whether the tractor will also be marketed in Europe in the future.

Tractors and agricultural machinery from China: Who is Zoomlion?

Zoomlion is one of the largest manufacturers of construction machinery and generated a turnover of around 15 billion US dollars last year. Around a third of this total turnover was generated in the agricultural machinery sector. In 2020, the Group acquired the traditional brand Rabe Agrartechnik from Bad Essen (Almost forgotten agricultural machinery manufacturer surprises with new cultivator). Around 26,000 employees work for the Group worldwide.

https://www.agrarheute.com/technik/traktoren/hybrid-traktor-400-ps-fernost-konkurrenz-fuer-john-deere-fendt-634636

Indians launch e-car at a bargain price: with a huge battery and a long range. $MHID (+0%)

The fact that a new e-SUV costs less than 22,000 euros, but scores with a WLTP range of more than 500 kilometers and a lot of comfort, is likely to cause disbelief in Europe. In India, car manufacturer Mahindra is making this dream come true with the BE 6e.

Two 12.3-inch screens, augmented reality head-up display, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, Harman Kardon sound system,

The new BE 6e e-SUV, which Indian car manufacturer Mahindra plans to launch at the beginning of 2025, has nothing to hide from its international competitors. Depending on the engine, the car delivers between 228 and 281 hp. The WLTP range is up to 535 kilometers. The batteries can be charged from 20 to 80 percent in 20 minutes at a fast charger.

With all these performance data, experts immediately assume that this car cannot be a bargain. But that is a mistake. In India, the Mahindra BE 6e will be available for the equivalent of less than 22,000 euros. At the same time, comfort is not neglected in this car, reports autocarindia.com. Interested parties can get a first impression of the electric car in a video on YouTube.

E-SUV with all the bells and whistles

The interior features two 12.3-inch screens, among other things. Software called MAIA is installed in the on-board computer, which offers access to 30 different apps. The system is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 processor - according to Mahindra, the fastest chipset in this class of car. $QCOM (-0,19%)

Even though the display naturally provides information about the most important driving data, the driver does not necessarily have to take their eyes off the road. They can also use the augmented reality head-up display, which shows the information on the windshield, so to speak. The dual-zone automatic air conditioning takes account of the high Indian temperatures. The Harman Kardon sound system with 16 Dolby Atmos speakers ensures the best sound while driving. The driver's seat is of course electrically adjustable. 5G connectivity with integrated Wi-Fi is also on board - after all, India is at the forefront when it comes to the internet.

Two battery packs on offer

The car with a length of 4.3 meters, a width of 1.9 meters and a height of 1.6 meters is available with two battery packs. The 59 kWh battery feeds an electric motor with 228 hp. The 79 kWh battery is responsible for the more powerful motor with 281 hp. The torque of both motors is 380 Nm. The more powerful of the two motors accelerates the car from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. With the BE 6e, Mahindra shows what can be achieved for less than 22,000 euros. If the car ever comes to Europe, it will still be a real buy recommendation even with a hefty price premium.

https://efahrer.chip.de/news/inder-bringen-e-auto-zum-spottpreis-mit-riesigem-akku-und-fetter-reichweite_1024109

Stock market crashes but the tractors keep going up.

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