It isn’t surprising that everyone knows about Tata Motors. In 1991, it became the first Indian automotive manufacturer to develop a competitive indigenous automobile. In fact, Tata cars always rank high in the car safety lists too. Tata BlackBird, one of the most awaited upcoming cars in India, is to be positioned between Tata Nexon and Harrier. It is predicted that the product will take the market by storm.
Tata Blackbird will pose a severe challenge to its competitors in the compact SUV segment. The product is expected to hit it big with its brand new design, and utmost safety like the other Tata cars. We have curated a list regarding the things you need to know about the upcoming product.
Here is everything you need to know about the most awaited Tata BlackBird SUV:
1. Tata BlackBird SUV specifications
Petrol engine
Upcoming Tata Blackbird
Engine type
1.2-litre Revotorq turbocharged petrol engine
Displacement
1,199 cc
No. of cylinders
3
Power
130 bhp @ 4,500 rpm
Torque
190 Nm @ 1,750 rpm
Transmission
6-speed Manual / Dual Clutch CVT
Emission Standard
BS-6
Drivetrain
FWD
Driving Range
– kmhrs
Diesel engine
Engine type
1.5-litre Revotorq turbocharged diesel engine
Displacement
1,497 cc
No. of cylinders
4
Power
130 bhp @ 4,200 rpm
Torque
300 Nm @ 2,250 rpm
Transmission
6-speed Manual or Dual Clutch Automatic
Emission Standard
BS-6
Drive train
FWD
Driving Range
800 km
2. Tata BlackBird Dimensions
Dimensions
in mm
in cm
in inches
in feet
Length
4300
430
169.29
14.10
Width
1790
179
70.47
5.87
Height
1635
163.5
64.37
5.36
Wheelbase
2610
261
102.76
8.56
3. In which segment does BlackBird actually fit in
Tata Motors already has a successful lineup of SUVs which specifically includes the renowned Nexon and the Harrier. The product dimensions of Nexon are suitable for a proper sub 4m compact SUV having a starting price of Rs 7.6 lakh, and that of the Harrier is a mid-size offering carrying starting sticker price of Rs 14.7 lakh. Clearly, Tata Motors could target to exploit the existing vacuum between the offerings in this very segment.
As per recent reports and leaks, the upcoming Tata BlackBird will likely fit in somewhere between 4 metres and 4.6 metres.
4. BlackBird Tata – The Hyundai Creta Rival
The market for the lower end of the mid-size SUV segment is currently dominated by the Hyundai Creta and the Kia Seltos. The starting price of those models is just over Rs 10 lakh. There are many more options in that segment like the MG Astor, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, Skoda Kushaq and the VW Taigun. So definitely BlackBird Tata will have a lot of rivals in the target segment even before launch. Lately, this segment has seen rapid growth and definitely Tata wants a piece of it too.
5. The model to have LED headlights on the front, a sleek front grille, a tall bonnet and will have high-ground clearance with plastic body cladding.
6. Tata BlackBird features
As per reports, the Tata Blackbird SUV will have a spacious cabin with modern features. It is most likely to have a big infotainment system with all the latest connectivity features available. The upcoming car will reportedly support wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Additionally, it will come with features like automatic climate control, ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera, automatic wipers, a rear defogger, a digital instrument console, and a wireless charger. The midsize SUV will also support auto-dimming IRVMs and push-button start.
7. Tata BlackBird price and launch date
It is fair to assume that when and if launched, Tata BlackBird price could be from Rs 10.5 lakh onwards. Tata BlackBird launch date is something which is still unknown but knowing Tata Motors, they could possibly showcase the production-ready model at the upcoming 2023 Auto Expo.
8. 5-Star rating
Even before the introduction of Tata BlackBird, it is assumed that the product is going to control the market with a 5-star rating.
9. Tata BlackBird: Delay in the launch
According to current media sources, there is a high possibility that Tata might have cancelled the ‘Blackbird’ project. Supposedly, Tata was to collaborate with Chinese automaker Chery on this SUV, but due to rising tensions between India and China, Tata could have abandoned this proposal. Tata, on the other hand, has a backup plan.
As per the rumours, Tata may be working on a new coupe-style SUV called Curvv, designed by adapting the Nexon’s X1 platform to the C-segment. It was also showcased at the start of the year 2022.
Daylight robbery is not quite usual but it does not strike out the fact that it is highly possible. Many a time cases as such have surfaced online where normal people were robbed in broad daylight. Recently, the passengers in a taxi got robbed inside the Pragati Maidan tunnel in Delhi on Saturday afternoon.
Four men rob taxi passengers at gunpoint in broad daylight and here is what Delhi Police have to say
On Saturday, a delivery agent and his associate were robbed at gunpoint by a group of unknown assailants, stealing around Rs 1.5 to Rs 2 lakh cash from them. In spite of having 16 security guards in the Pragati Tunnel, there were no CCTV cameras installed. Although the Public Works Department assured that cameras are installed, they did not confirm their operational conditions.
The victims made a complaint at Tilak Marg police station later in the evening. The Pragati tunnel is a 1.5 km tunnel that connects New Delhi with Sarai Kale Khan and Noida. The police said that following the complaint made by the victims, a case has been filed under Sections 397 IPC which covers robbery, or dacoity with an attempt to cause death or grievous hurt and 34 (common intention).
The Deputy Commissioner of Police, Pranav Tayal, has shared that the complainant can be identified as Patel Sajan Kumar and his associate Jigar Patel. Patel Sajan works as a delivery agent for a private firm in Chandni Chow and has informed the police that he and Jigar were going to Gurugram to deliver the cash to a client.
As per the registered complaint, the two of them hired an Ola cab from near Red Fort. As soon as the cab entered the Pragati Maidan tunnel from Ring Road, four assailants on two motorcycles surrounded their cab and robbed the cash off them keeping them at gunpoint.
Delhi Minister Atishi also took to Twitter and slammed the incompetency of the Lieutenant Governor. She tweeted,
LG साहब: अगर आपको @ArvindKejriwal के कामों का क्रेडिट लेने से फ़ुरसत मिले तो कभी अपनी संवैधानिक ज़िम्मेदारी पर भी ध्यान दीजिए। दिल्ली वालों को सुरक्षा देना आपका काम है। और अब दिन दहाड़े दिल्ली में चोरी, डकैती और क़त्ल की वारदातें हो रही हैं। या तो आप सुरक्षा की ज़िम्मेदारी लीजिए,… https://t.co/RG4c9ozWnW
Coming across train service complaints on social media is nothing new. Very often than not we find passengers complaining about bland food or bugs in the cooked food provided to them. Quite recently someone took to Twitter regarding a complaint where they found plastic in the railway food. But the latest thing that happened has actually stunned everyone when a video of the roof of a passenger coach train surfaced online.
Indian Railways slammed over water leakage in AC coach
Netizens have harshly criticized the poor management and maintenance of the train coaches after a surprising video surfaced online. Recently, a video went viral on social media platforms in which it can be clearly seen rainwater seeping in through the roof of the 2-tier AC coach of the Avantika Express. The Congress party also reshared the video uploaded by a passenger and took to Twitter to play the blame game immediately.
“काश खोखले प्रचार की जगह रेलवे के लिए कुछ काम किया होता। झंडी दिखाने वाले रेल मंत्री अभी विदेश में हैं, नाम वाले रेल मंत्री ध्यान दें। (Wish some actual work would have been done for the Railways in place of empty propaganda. The railway minister who shows the flag is currently abroad, the named railway minister should pay attention)”
काश खोखले प्रचार की जगह रेलवे के लिए कुछ काम किया होता।
झंडी दिखाने वाले रेल मंत्री अभी विदेश में हैं, नाम वाले रेल मंत्री ध्यान दें। pic.twitter.com/FNLvQL1Ihu
It was a jab at the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, who recently flagged off 11 Vande Bharat Express, the Railways’ newest hi-tech train.
Railways response to the above-mentioned tweet
The Western Railway took to Twitter to respond to that tweet hours later and stated that all the coaches of the Avantika Express train were properly checked.
“All coaches of Avantika Exp have been checked thoroughly & issue has been attended to promptly. The train has commenced its return journey & there are no such issues now. Passenger convenience is of utmost priority & WR leaves no stone unturned to resolve passengers’ grievances”
All coaches of Avantika Exp have been checked thoroughly & issue has been attended promptly.
The train has commenced its return journey & there are no such issues now.
Passenger convenience is of utmost priority & WR leaves no stone unturned to resolve passengers’ grievances. pic.twitter.com/V9QyKiIowJ
Thandi hawa ke sath sath sarkar ne barish ke pani ka bhi anand lene ke liye ye nayab tarikib lagai hai isme bhrastachar bilkul nhi hai aur haa jine murko ke ye lgta hai isme amir log travel krte hai to unko ye bta du amir log plan me jate hai aur dikhave wale amir train me….🤐
— Mahua Moitra Fans (@MahuaMoitraFans) June 25, 2023
This is probably not the first time that something has happened as per the claims of this Twitter user,
Recently travelled from 12424 Rajdhani Express to #Guwahati , had a very bad experience. As it was raining the rainwater was leaking in every coach and also there was no water in most of the dirty toilets. TTE ignored the complaint and asked to register complaint via phone.
On Sunday, Shah Rukh Khan aka the King Khan, completed 31 years in Bollywood industry. It was in 1992, when he made his debut in the industry with the movie Deewana opposite late actress Divya Bharti. As the fans celebrated the big day on social media with amazing messages and tributes for the actor, SRK also decided to celebrate the occasion with his fans in his own style.
Shah Rukh Khan completed 31 years in Bollywood
He took some time out of his busy schedule and held an #AskSRK session on Twitter. Starting the question and answer session on Twitter, SRK wrote:
“Wow just realised it’s 31 yrs to the day when Deewana hit the screens. It’s been quite a ride mostly a good one. Thanks all and we can do 31minutes of #AskSRK ??”
In no time, his Tweet was flooded with a variety of questions from fans for their favorite actor. SRK, who is known for his hilarious sense of humor, gave amazing replies to his fans with wit and humor.
Wow just realised it’s 31 yrs to the day when Deewana hit the screens. It’s been quite a ride mostly a good one. Thanks all and we can do 31minutes of #AskSRK ??
While interacting with the fans, King Khan stumbled upon a question that was asked by a female fan, who is currently pregnant with twins. The fan came up with an epic Tweet for the Pathaan actor. She asked:
“sir i am pregnant with twin babies..wish me luck i will name them pathaan and jawan.”
sir i am pregnant with twin babies..wish me luck i will name them pathaan and jawan ❤️ #AskSRK 5
Besides all the funny and hilarious answers, SRK was also seen giving some serious answers. A fan asked him if he would do a movie like Swades again, a role that was loved by one and all
Talking about his work front, SRK made a comeback after a hiatus of 4 years with Siddharth Anand’s blockbuster action-thriller Pathaan, which hit the theatres in January this year. SRK will be next seen in the upcoming action-thriller Jawan, which will be released on September 7th.
Jawan is directed by South filmmaker Atlee. Produced under SRK’s Red Chillies Entertainment, the movie also stars Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi in lead roles.