Bajaj Auto – the world’s largest manufacturer of three-wheelers - is all set to revolutionise mass transportation in the country with the introduction of its new four-wheeler vehicle - RE60.
Developed in-house, this new four-wheeler is going to set a global benchmark in CO2 emissions – an unbelievable 60 gm/km – and deliver an amazing mileage of 35 kmpl.
“At Bajaj Auto, we believe the people of this planet deserve much better, much faster,” says, Rajiv Bajaj, managing director, Bajaj Auto.
“We, therefore, decided to focus our efforts on developing vehicles powered by engines using available natural resources and infrastructure. We are very excited with the outcome of our efforts and, in the RE60; we believe we have an excellent solution for the mobility challenges arising from the rapid urbanisation of India.”
He added, “In the RE60 we have an immediate solution to pollution that doesn’t need new infrastructure, huge subsidies or time.”
The key technological and design innovations of RE60 that have resulted in the amazing emission and mileage figures are:
- A lightweight, yet robust, monocoque metal-polymer hybrid structure
- Water-cooled DTSi 4-valve engine with a closed loop fuel injection system for high performance and amazing fuel efficiency
- Minimising frictional and transmission losses
R C Maheshwari, president, commercial vehicles, Bajaj Auto Ltd, said, “The vehicle presents a small, simple solution to combat pollution and inflation. It does not need investments in infrastructure, does not need subsidies and does not need time.”
He added “It retains a small footprint – nearly the same as our autorickshaw - is highly manoeuverable and can keep pace with moving traffic. At the same time, its limited top speed makes it intrinsically safer for pedestrians, cyclists and two-wheeler riders.”
“Not only are the CO2 emissions remarkably low, its CO, HC and NOx emissions also are much lower than the Euro IV norms for cars less than 2,500 kg.”
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