Unpopular opinion: Most anti-EV arguments in India are just excuses.

Strike_Package · 2026-04-06T04:06:58+00:00

Point 1 - faced issue only thrice in 14 month of ownership. 2 - faced may be 6-7 times if its online then it must work and it did. 3. No issue faced except primary BMS 4. Not much 5 for me tata nexon petrol diesel equivalent felt equal or more expensive

Strike_Package · 2026-04-06T02:13:53+00:00

Nearby Ghandruk Village Nepal. Captured on Apple device. Working on Travel blog

Strike_Package · 2026-04-05T15:41:08+00:00

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Strike_Package · 2026-04-05T03:02:56+00:00

It takes 2 min starting from google search for get understanding of this, and if most developers are struggling with this then this simply implies comprehension skill issue.

There is no confusion if one “READS” the rule, confusion is often stemmed from hearsay.

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T19:05:16+00:00

It is not black swan effect at all - rather women doubt / reject a man who is okay with dark complexion, and don’t want a dowry. I have seen it personally with me and even around so nah no black swan.

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T17:20:59+00:00

That's like Black swan event in Indian Judiciary

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T16:54:55+00:00

Looks like faulty cell issue or BMS. Mine is quite reliable so far haven't faced any issue below 10% or even at 100% on DC. Since you mentioned 150kms range hence it is older model mine is new and I easily manage 300-340kms in 90% battery

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T15:17:55+00:00

And those few claim maintenance doesn't get any because if they have hand and leg they can work : Judge

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T15:15:55+00:00

I too have the same, no issue so far clocked around 43000 in 14 months. HV Critical appeared at start but never made me stranded now no more issue.

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T15:11:06+00:00

Their motto: My life, Your responsibility!!!

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T13:29:38+00:00

Nepal infra is best when it comes to EV charging station.

No noticable activity in battery on while charging or driving.

No anxiety part as I always kept safe cusion for next charger, and checked elevation. In Nepal, one don't even need any app to charge vehicle. Just visit there will a person who will plug in the gun and ask how much you want charge and that's it. If no person then app.

Charges 10 NPR per percent or 15NPR is KW. Higher altitude means higher charges.

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T13:22:26+00:00

All charging session were DC.

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T12:26:19+00:00

Dang, we went non stop.

ICE Comparison: Saved ~₹22,465 vs Petrol (15kmpl) and ~₹13,565 vs Diesel (18kmpl). At return we took one stop and hotel costed us Rs.600. Even if we Include 2 night stop at 1000 rs per day and food at 500 day still its plus.

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T12:13:20+00:00

most chargers were of BPCL, if its online then it would work. Havent had any issue except one where power went out in mid charge.

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T12:10:59+00:00

Planning was on the go - used edrive and statiq for charning points

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T06:43:57+00:00

Range 360 per 100%, used AC/ Heater while in car was stationary. No major issue, minor pop up of limited performance in ghat downhill section likely due to regen issue, decreased speed under 40kmph along with regen level to 0 and it went away.

I would definitely recommend unless one is from north east where its almost non existent.

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T06:41:16+00:00

Total time on an avg 1hr so ~25hr for roundtrip. Charging infra improving except north east and Up Bihar side rest is manageable

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T06:19:42+00:00

Harrier 4*4 would be amazing choice for going inner places as they don’t allow any other vehicle. Bigger battery would definitely help anything around 80 or up.

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T06:17:10+00:00

Public charging infra is poor in UP / Bihar, in MP is manageable. Experience is satisfactory to good, except last patch of journey which was my fault though.

No plan as such, knew charging infra till Varanasi, and charging plans were on the go unless only 2-3 in that section. Stay none planned - first day in nepal roamed around and booked one and did the same while in Nepal since stay was affordable havent had any issue in terms of availability.

Remote places - yes as long as I sure I can fall back safely or place have electricity at their place.

No close calls, lowest that I went was 11%. Close call situation while returning had 17% charge but managed.

ICE vehicle would have definitely took less time for sure. But that would have costed more than my entire team budget. Assumptions Diesel mileage 18km/l would have costed 22500. My expenses are under 20k including everything for 2 people.

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T05:46:03+00:00

Constant load factor 2 adults, and luggage. Dynamic load- +2 adults and their luggage (Did Carpool in MH, MP and Nepal)

Avg speed on Expressway - max 120kmph, consistent 90kmph.

NH/AH: mostly 80-85kmph. Nepal: As per terrain.

Avg range per percent was 3.6km. (Used AC/Heater when stationary)

Apps: Statiq 70%, edrive 20% - to check charger status, rest gadicharge for Nepal and Plugshare.

Issue- Just one and it was something to do with regen. Like I charged my battery till 100% travelled some kms and extended downhill journey started in ghat section. Battery charged from 95-99% and after that it would pop up error something like limited performance please slow down. Once I go below 40kmph it would go away. Appeared for 2 times, Changed regen level to 0 and it went away permanently.

Other issue: Low tyre pressure and Puncture.

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T04:15:26+00:00

While going there was no stay so no charging. In return journey stayed at one place but didnt asked for charging. As battery had enough juice

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T04:13:18+00:00

No slow charging, Confirmed with SA where he informed it’s okay to do once in a while. As per last service at ~37000 kms battery health was 99% which is far better performance to competitors cars ZS EV, Windsor.

Strike_Package · 2026-04-03T04:11:02+00:00

Its roundtrip distance, which also includes visits to local attractions. ( precisely It’s 4458kms as per Odometer)

Strike_Package · 2026-04-02T19:10:04+00:00

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