Pravaig is an Indian deep-tech mobility company based in Bengaluru. It was founded in 2011 in Jaipur, India.[1] Over the years, the company has developed numerous prototypes, including a Dakar Rally-style vehicle built to FIA Group T1 regulations.[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 in New Delhi in November 2022.[4][5][6] The DEFY is an SUV with a range of 500km, powered by dual motors that generate more than 600 Nm of torque.[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, an SUV designed 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 company Eren Groupe, solar farms in Greece, and combat forces in Europe.[10][11][12] Speculation about a potential collaboration with Renault arose 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 as Airbus, Intel, and Tesla.[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]
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- ^ "Pravaig launches electric SUV Defy at Rs 39.5 lakh; deliveries to begin next year". The Economic Times. 2022-11-25. ISSN 0013-0389. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ "Events by Pravaig". www.pravaig.com. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ "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. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ "Pravaig Dynamics launches electric SUV with 500km range at Rs 39.5 lakh". Autocar Professional. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ "Pravaig Veer EV for Indian Army Debuts at Auto Expo 2023: Design, Features, Range and More". News18. 2023-01-12. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ "Former Tesla engineer-designed battery at Bengaluru startup gets European order - ET EnergyWorld". ETEnergyworld.com. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ "Pravaig Dynamics secures deal to export energy storage systems to Greece's solar farms: Details". The Times of India. 2024-02-20. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ "Bengaluru-based startup Pravaig to supply batteries for European forces". The Times of India. 2022-05-15. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ Barretto, Sergius. "Renault Kiger EV spotted at Pravaig plant". Autocar India. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ "Saudi, Indian techpreneurs join hands to develop innovation ecosystem". Arab News. 2023-08-01. Retrieved 2024-06-30.
- ^ "Bengaluru-based EV startup Pravaig Dynamics signs pact for EV plant in Saudi". The Economic Times. 2023-07-19. ISSN 0013-0389. Retrieved 2024-06-30.
- ^ "Pravaig strengthens its product portfolio with the introduction of Ram Mandir inspired cufflinks". infashionbusiness.com. Retrieved 2024-06-30.
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- ^ "Former Tesla engineer-designed battery at Bengaluru startup gets European order". The Economic Times. 2022-04-10. ISSN 0013-0389. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ "Indian EV startup makes offer to interns spurned by Elon Musk - ETHRWorld". ETHRWorld.com. Retrieved 2024-06-10.