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BHPian ![]() | ![]() So much hype for the NANO – every state ready to welcome. No doubt it is an Indian engineering marvel to have the cheapest car in the world. However we tend to forget that REVA was (& is) a marvel that was ahead of its time. The non-polluting and efficient city commuter is so relevant at this time, but still the governments and public opinion still does not take enough notice of it. It is largely indigenous, gets no subsidies and is even taxed at a rate higher than small cars!! More reading at India drives ahead of the world in electric car- Automobiles-Auto-News By Industry-News-The Economic Times When the government can subsidize unconventional energy and even conventional diesel, why not the REVA? Last edited by aah78 : 19th September 2008 at 21:26. Reason: Thread merged with existing. |
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Senior - BHPian ![]() | ![]() The Government has completely ignored the REVA. The main disadvantage of a 4 lakh price could be offset by not taxing it and also making road tax and registration free. The REVA is a brilliant car, and if it goes mainstream the company can leverage the economies of scale and bring the cost still lower. Having said that, we are on the threshold of an electrical revolution. watch this space, many manufacturers are firming up plans to enter this market and many entrepreneurs are also in queue |
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Senior - BHPian ![]() | ![]() Reva has been launched much ahead of its time. The time is not yet ripe for going in for a electric cars except in some golf courses or in r/stn and other malls. The Govt does not yet consider this car which runs on battery seriously. Only time will tell how much it will be helpful in our day to day activities. No doubt it saves lot of natural resources. It has a limited battery period and charging might be a problem in the parking areas in office. Besides this, there is every possibility of the battery getting discharged in the middle of traffic. then what will you do? Stop the car and push. I'amnot saying that it will not happen to current diesel and petrol cars. But the chances of break down of these cars might be more. We do not have sufficient data to prove this. Moreover, how about the A.S.S. of Reva ? There aren't any showrooms except a couple of them in Bangalore. Last edited by Rehaan : 21st September 2008 at 21:51. |
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![]() but how many reva's have been sold in delhi will be interesting to know ![]() | |
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Senior - BHPian ![]() | ![]() My Dad has been using a REVA for years now. He consistenly gets 60 per charge. It really suits his driving style. He keeps zooming and applying brakes alternatively, and this helps in regenerative braking increasing the range slightly |
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BHPian ![]() | ![]() One More disadvantage I can see is : People who are staying in Apartment they dont have the option to charge the car while they charge in their parking place. If you have your own house you may be able to take a outlet of your own electricity. But in the case of apartment it is not like that. We may need alternate charging station for this. May be some kind of instant meter system for charging... |
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Senior - BHPian ![]() | ![]() on my latest trip to pondichery, i think i have seen the highest per capita population of the reva there. . . either people were on bycycles or the reva. cheers, ac Quote:
Does the Reva have Air conditioning ? and can one switch on the headlights along with the wipers when its dark and raining ??? Last edited by Rehaan : 24th September 2008 at 02:37. Reason: Posts merged. Please use the EDIT button to add to an existing post within 20 minutes instead of postnig another consecutive post. | |
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| ![]() Yes the reva does have an excellent airconditioning system ( in fact it has a compressor size similar to the Esteem and the car gets cool really fast because of the size). Wipers and Ac can be used together with no problem whatsover. I have been using the reva for quite some time and is one of my favourite cars for today's traffic conditions. |
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Senior - BHPian ![]() | ![]() Hi ac 427, > Does the Reva have Air conditioning ? There are models with Air conditioning. > and can one switch on the headlights along with the wipers when its dark > and raining ??? I assume so! The range would be shortened if all the items are used together. |
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I guess its a really proud moment for us Indian, but were never learn to appreciate it. I mean the reva A.K.A geewiz is more famous in London more than Here, may be because of its strict rules and the taxes and the road taxes one has to pay if they have a fuel guzzler and the expemtions if you have a electric car, but still its more famous there than here. cheers to you guys who use this car. Cheers, AC | |
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I agree 100%. Also, The company has been brilliant to introduce a new concept at a early stage. I agree there are pinpricks, but Wish them all the best! LOL: REVA has also completely ignored "The Babus" Quote:
A real Cheers to you guys for being environment friendly! Apparently, the new REVAs have improved AC, better battery life etc - the 2008 edition - any users / owners? Last edited by headers : 22nd September 2008 at 14:25. | ||||
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I'm not against the REVA and also dont understand why you quoted my message ![]() But the batteries are very expensive and if you look at running costs including the battery costs and electricity cost for recharge, then maybe..one should think about it again. | |
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Distinguished - BHPian ![]() ![]() | ![]() OT : @headers, may be Bobby Jayaram just used the "Quote" button in your msg to reply. I too dont see a connection between your post & his, where he has quoted your msg. |
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