Mahindra temporarily renames BE 6e as BE 6
Mahindra temporarily renames BE 6e as BE 6

Mahindra has temporarily renamed its upcoming electric car BE 6e as BE 6 to deal with a trademark dispute with leading Indian airline IndiGo. The dispute stems from IndiGo's established "6E" trademark, which is closely associated with its flight codes and branding. IndiGo's parent company, InterGlobe Aviation, claimed that the word "6e" infringed on its trademarked flight code IndiGo 6E. To resolve the controversy, Mahindra has opted for a temporary rebranding of its electric SUV, changing its name from "BE 6e" to "BE 6". However, the company remains resolute and intends to legally challenge InterGlobe Aviation's objections in court. BE 6 is an important part of Mahindra's Born Electric (BE) range and reflects its commitment to sustainable transportation. Mahindra-Indigo trademark dispute Mahindra argued that its application for the "BE 6e" trademark in the automotive sector has nothing to do with IndiGo's exclusive "6E" brand. The company emphasized that the "BE" label, which symbolizes "Born Electric", is registered under vehicle class…

Mahindra temporarily renames BE 6e as BE 6
Mahindra temporarily renames BE 6e as BE 6

Mahindra has temporarily renamed its upcoming electric car BE 6e as BE 6 to deal with a trademark dispute with leading Indian airline IndiGo. The dispute stems from IndiGo's established "6E" trademark, which is closely associated with its flight codes and branding. IndiGo's parent company, InterGlobe Aviation, claimed that the word "6e" infringed on its trademarked flight code IndiGo 6E. To resolve the controversy, Mahindra has opted for a temporary rebranding of its electric SUV, changing its name from "BE 6e" to "BE 6". However, the company remains resolute and intends to legally challenge InterGlobe Aviation's objections in court. BE 6 is an important part of Mahindra's Born Electric (BE) range and reflects its commitment to sustainable transportation. Also read: Mahindra XEV 7e name trademarked for India; production specs images leaked ahead of launch Mahindra-Indigo trademark dispute Mahindra argued that its application for the "BE 6e" trademark in the automotive sector has nothing to do with IndiGo's exclusive "6E" brand.…

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Mahindra issues statement following Indigo lawsuit

Mahindra is facing a trademark infringement suit from IndiGo in the Delhi High Court over the use of "6E" in its BE 6E electric car, which will be launched in February 2025. Indian aviation major IndiGo has taken legal action against Mahindra Electric Vehicles Ltd, alleging trademark infringement. At issue is the use of the "6E" identifier for Mahindra's upcoming electric car, the Mahindra BE 6E. The case has been filed in the Delhi High Court and the hearing is scheduled for December 9, 2024. Earlier today, Justice Amit Bansal reviewed the case but recused himself. Mahindra said in a statement: "Mahindra announced its electric SUVs BE 6e and XEV 9e on November 26, 2024. Mahindra has applied for Class 12 (Vehicle) trademark registration for "BE 6e", its electric vehicle Part of the Origin SUV product portfolio. Also read: Mahindra BE 6e, XEV 9e delivery schedule announced "We therefore do not believe that there is a conflict as Mahindra's trademark…

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Mahindra XEV 9e, BE 6e exterior and interior design preview

As we all know, Mahindra will launch two pure electric SUVs in less than a week: XEV 9e and BE 6e. While the company isn't ready to give us a full rundown of the model, it has released design sketches previewing its design. The sketches illustrate the company's "core design" philosophy embodied in the two SUVs. Mahindra says its design philosophy is to "create an emotional bond with customers". The XEV 9e coupe-SUV design approach combines "refinement with dynamic styling," while the BE 6e is a performance-oriented SUV with "edgy, sporty silhouettes and aerodynamic silhouette." The electric SUV rides on Mahindra's new INGLO architecture and features aggressive bumpers and a futuristic front-end design similar to the concept on which it is based. The XEV 9e's vertical headlights are mounted below an attached LED light bar, while the BE 6e features horizontally stacked projector headlights outlined by C-shaped daytime running lights (DRLs). Also read: New Mahindra INGLO platform launched ahead of…

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Mahindra XEV 9e, BE 6e will be unveiled again on November 26

Mahindra is gearing up to launch its all-electric SUVs - XEV 9e and BE 6e - at an event to be held in Chennai on November 26. As seen in the latest teaser video, the electric SUV rides on Mahindra's new INGLO architecture and features aggressive bumpers and a futuristic front-end design, similar to the concept on which it is based. The XEV 9e's vertically stacked headlights are mounted below an attached LED light bar, while the BE 6e has horizontally oriented headlights outlined by C-shaped daytime running lights. Both EVs feature a closed grille, aerospace alloy wheels with flared wheel arches and bold character lines. As the name suggests, the BE 6e comes with an illuminated BE logo, while the XEV 9e comes with an illuminated Infinity logo. Wheels are expected to be 18 inches. The BE 6e's rear end isn't visible, but we speculate the car will feature connected LED taillights, just like the XEV 9e. As per…

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Mahindra XEV 9e, BE 6e electric SUV preview; world premiere

Mahindra will launch two new electric SUVs at the 'Unlimit India' event in Chennai on November 26. Based on the company's new INGLO architecture, two upcoming pure electric SUVs (9e and 6e) will be sold through two new sub-brands, XEV and BE. Although the specific details of the SUV have not been disclosed, the modular electric skateboard platform INGLO will use Volkswagen MEB components and be used to manufacture SUVs ranging from 4,368 mm to 4,735 mm. According to Mahindra, the platform will deliver "intuitive, smart and immersive innovation", ensuring "best-in-class" safety standards, "exciting performance" and "impressive range". Also read: Mahindra Scorpio N, Indian classic has a long waiting period of 3 months Mahindra XEV 9e, BE 6e: What to expect? The Mahindra XEV 9e will be a fully electric luxury coupe SUV, while the BE 6e will be a fully electric SUV offering "bold sporting performance". Mahindra has not yet revealed details of the battery and power system; however,…