Pravaig
 | The topic of this articlemay not meet Wikipedia'snotability guidelines for companies and organizations.(September 2024) |
Pravaigis an Indian deep-tech mobility company based inBengaluru.It was founded in 2011 inJaipur,India.[1]Over the years, the company has developed numerous prototypes, including aDakar Rally-style vehicle built to FIAGroup T1regulations.[2]In 2019, Pravaig moved to Bengaluru and established a facility at the KIADB Hi-Tech Defence and Aerospace Park.[3]
After releasing the Extinction MK-1 and Extinction MK-II prototypes, Pravaig unveiled the DEFY and the VEER inNew Delhiin November 2022.[4][5][6]The DEFY is anSUVwith a range of 500km, powered by dual motors that generate more than 600 Nm oftorque.[7]The interiors of the DEFY are lined with sustainable fabrics made from recycled materials, such as PET, and feature vegan leather upholstery.[8]The VEER, anSUVdesigned for defense forces, includes features such as a thermal imaging sensor, airlift hooks, a winch, and a tow hitch.[9]
Pravaig provides energy storage solutions (ESS) and Field Pack batteries to clients, including the French renewable energy companyEren Groupe,solar farms in Greece, and combat forces in Europe.[10][11][12]Speculation about a potential collaboration withRenaultarose after an article featured a Renault Kiger vehicle with a red number plate at Pravaig’s headquarters, suggesting that the company might be working with Renault on its electrification efforts.[13]
At the G20 Young Entrepreneurs Alliance Summit in New Delhi in July 2023, Pravaig signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Saudi India Venture Studio to manufacture electric vehicles in Saudi Arabia.[14][15]The company has also expanded into lifestyle products, launching AI-designed cufflinks inspired by Indian heritage, such as those commemorating the Kedarnath Mandir and Ram Mandir.[16]
Pravaig has recruited non-resident Indians and experienced professionals from companies such asAirbus,Intel,andTesla.[17][18]In May 2024, following Tesla's rescinding of offers extended to interns, Pravaig offered to interview these interns to explore opportunities for them within the company.[19]
References
[edit]- ^Merchant, Akbar."Pravaig Defy electric SUV launched at Rs 39.5 lakh".Autocar India.Retrieved2024-06-10.
- ^"Pravaig Extinction review, test drive - Introduction".Autocar India.Retrieved2024-06-10.
- ^"Pravaig Extinction MK-II: Green, mean and soon to be seen".Autocar Professional.Retrieved2024-06-10.
- ^"Pravaig Extinction MK-II: Green, mean and soon to be seen".Autocar Professional.Retrieved2024-06-30.
- ^"Pravaig launches electric SUV Defy at Rs 39.5 lakh; deliveries to begin next year".The Economic Times.2022-11-25.ISSN0013-0389.Retrieved2024-06-10.
- ^"Events by Pravaig".www.pravaig.com.Retrieved2024-06-10.
- ^"Pravaig Defy EV launched at Rs 39.5 lakh: Made-in-India electric SUV with 500 km range".The Times of India.2022-11-25.ISSN0971-8257.Retrieved2024-06-10.
- ^"Pravaig Dynamics launches electric SUV with 500km range at Rs 39.5 lakh".Autocar Professional.Retrieved2024-06-10.
- ^"Pravaig Veer EV for Indian Army Debuts at Auto Expo 2023: Design, Features, Range and More".News18.2023-01-12.Retrieved2024-06-10.
- ^"Former Tesla engineer-designed battery at Bengaluru startup gets European order - ET EnergyWorld".ETEnergyworld.com.Retrieved2024-06-10.
- ^"Pravaig Dynamics secures deal to export energy storage systems to Greece's solar farms: Details".The Times of India.2024-02-20.ISSN0971-8257.Retrieved2024-06-10.
- ^"Bengaluru-based startup Pravaig to supply batteries for European forces".The Times of India.2022-05-15.ISSN0971-8257.Retrieved2024-06-10.
- ^Barretto, Sergius."Renault Kiger EV spotted at Pravaig plant".Autocar India.Retrieved2024-06-10.
- ^"Saudi, Indian techpreneurs join hands to develop innovation ecosystem".Arab News.2023-08-01.Retrieved2024-06-30.
- ^"Bengaluru-based EV startup Pravaig Dynamics signs pact for EV plant in Saudi".The Economic Times.2023-07-19.ISSN0013-0389.Retrieved2024-06-30.
- ^"Pravaig strengthens its product portfolio with the introduction of Ram Mandir inspired cufflinks".infashionbusiness.com.Retrieved2024-06-30.
- ^"Pravaig Extinction MK-II: Green, mean and soon to be seen".Autocar Professional.Retrieved2024-06-10.
- ^"Former Tesla engineer-designed battery at Bengaluru startup gets European order".The Economic Times.2022-04-10.ISSN0013-0389.Retrieved2024-06-10.
- ^"Indian EV startup makes offer to interns spurned by Elon Musk - ETHRWorld".ETHRWorld.com.Retrieved2024-06-10.