Planet Electric unveils its lightweight electric LCV prototype | Chat with CEO Gagan Agrawal

00:43 - USP of e-LCV developed by Planet Electric
01:44 - Focus on new materials and structural engineering
02:23 - Claims and validation
04:15 - Vehicle specifications
05:03 - Market research and fleet operator pain points
07:53 - Target price
08:48 - TCO with e-LCVs currently in the market
11:20 - Retrofitting old ICE LCVs into electric
13:17 - Why do we not see materials or structural engineering disruptions from traditional OEMs
16:24 - Comparing curb weight with TATA ACE EV
16:45 - Go to market
Planet Electric, Inc recently showcased the prototype for its electric LCV with these specifications - 140 km on-road range, 15kWh LFP battery pack, payload capacity of 750 kg, 23 deg gradeability and a target price of INR 10.5 lakhs.
The Tata Ace EV has a kerb weight of 1,240 kg and offers a 600kg payload capacity, while Planet Electric's specifications mention a curb weight of 750 kg and a 750 kg payload capacity. Gagan Agrawal is an ex-ISRO scientist who (along with an ex-ISRO co-founder) has innovated on materials and structural engineering to come up with a vehicle that claims a 70% lightweight structure with 15-year durability, which reduces required battery capacity by up to 50%.

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Interesting. Nice initiative by these guys. They should really consider Store Dot (XFC) batteries for their vehicle. It'll be the best combo the tech can offer so far.