What is "revolo"

Revolo is a plug-in parallel hybrid technology that can be retrofitted in both existing and new cars.

This technology has been designed and engineered by KPIT Technologies Ltd. and the product will be manufactured through a joint venture (JV) of Rs. 100 crore (initial) between Bharat Forge Ltd and KPIT. As part of the joint venture, KPIT will license the hybrid technology while Bharat Forge will provide manufacturing, assembly & integration to the JV.

Pre-compliance tests conducted at the Automotive research Association of India (ARAI), Pune have confirmed that the technology provides fuel efficiency improvements by over 40 percent and reduction in green house gas (GHG) emissions by over 30%.

The technology is to be marketed to OEMs & individual vehicle owners through a network of certified and authorized dealerships.