Curvv.ev Breaks Records with Historic Kashmir to Kanyakumari EV Drive
February 28, 2025 – Kanyakumari: TATA.ev, India’s leading four-wheeler EV manufacturer, has made history once again by setting a new benchmark in electric mobility. The company’s latest offering, the Curvv.ev, completed the fastest-ever electric vehicle (EV) journey from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, covering 3,823 kilometers in just 76 hours and 35 minutes. This feat surpasses the previous record held by the Nexon EV MAX by an impressive 19 hours.
Revolutionizing Long-Distance EV Travel
In addition to achieving the fastest north-to-south EV drive in India, the Curvv.ev also secured 20 national records, reaffirming TATA.ev’s commitment to innovation and sustainability. Throughout the journey, the Curvv.ev made only 16 charging stops, demonstrating significant advancements in battery efficiency and the expansion of India’s public EV charging infrastructure.
With a reduced charging time of 17 hours, down from 28 hours in previous records, this journey underscores the increasing convenience of EV travel across India. The growing availability of high-speed public chargers along national highways played a crucial role in ensuring a seamless experience.
Flagging Off a Milestone Journey
The record-breaking expedition commenced at 4:00 AM on February 25, 2025, with a ceremonial flag-off in Srinagar by Hon’ble Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir, Mr. Omar Abdullah. The Curvv.ev tackled diverse weather conditions and varied terrains while efficiently utilizing India’s charging network. Upon reaching Kanyakumari at 8:35 AM on February 28, 2025, the vehicle was warmly welcomed by Thiru. Vijay Vasanth, Member of Parliament, Kanyakumari.
A Step Towards Mainstream EV Adoption
Speaking about this achievement, Mr. Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd., emphasized the growing potential of electric mobility in India. “We embarked on this journey to showcase how effortless, efficient, and comfortable long intercity travel can be with an EV. The Curvv.ev, powered by our acti.ev pure EV architecture and a 55 kWh battery, made this endurance challenge smooth and fatigue-free for the occupants. This successful drive proves that an EV can match an ICE-powered vehicle in efficiency, long-distance capability, and comfort. With more than 18,000 charging points nationwide, we are confident that this milestone will boost consumer trust in zero-emission mobility.”
India’s EV Charging Infrastructure on the Rise
India’s EV ecosystem has evolved significantly, as evidenced by the improvements in charging infrastructure since the last record-breaking EV drive in 2023.
- The optimal route distance has reduced from 4,004 km to 3,823 km, minimizing detours required to access charging stations.
- EV charging stations have increased by 227%, with 18,000 chargers now available across the country.
- 85% of national highways now have a fast charger every 50 km.
- The iRA.ev app offers access to over 12,000 charging points with real-time insights for efficient trip planning.
- The TATA.ev Unified RFID card allows seamless charging without relying on multiple apps or internet connectivity.
The Future of EVs in India
The success of the Curvv.ev’s Kashmir-to-Kanyakumari drive reinforces TATA.ev’s mission to revolutionize India’s EV landscape. Available at Tata Motors dealerships and the TATA.ev store, the Curvv.ev is priced starting at INR 17.49 lakh.
This historic journey serves as a testament to the reliability, efficiency, and growing accessibility of electric vehicles in India, paving the way for a greener future in mobility.
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