Tata Motors have unveiled the electric version of the Indica here at the SIAM annual exposition in New Delhi. The left hand drive car showcased is a running prototype with Air Bags as standard and is being developed in association with a Norwegian partner. The car is expected to be launched in Norway in the year 2009.

“This is one of the technologies that we are looking at, as you know that electric cars are almost zero emission,” Tata Motors Managing Director Ravi Kant said.

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“Right now we want to test it out in Norway with the Norwegian party. Because, you know, lot of infrastructure is required for electric vehicles and … in Norway, they are making arrangements for electric cars.” “We will bring that to India at an appropriate time.” he added.

The Indica EV comes with

– Superior Polymer Lithium-ion batteries
– Permanent magnet synchronous electric motor
– Efficient single speed transmission

The Indica EV will run 175-200 kms on a full charge which takes around 8 hours. The “two-pack” battery pack is placed neatly in the boot.

Gallery: Tata Indica Electric Vehicle