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Dhawal Khullar, Co-founder & CTO of Pravaig Dynamics on Building Extinction Mk1

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Did you envision Extinction Mk1 and Extinction Mk2 from the start?: When Dhawal and Siddhartha started, they wanted to build cars which would be good for offroading, it was just a hobby at the time. They tried to experiment by modifying Maruti Gypsy and Jeep but these cars were quite slow and uncomfortable for their taste.

Abiogenisis – Pravaig’s first prototype and their hobby turns serious: After their failed experiment, the duo tried to create a car from the scratch, which led to the creation of their first prototype – Abiogenisis. Once they realized that building car was not that difficult, they decided to go all in. What was just a hobby had now turned into a full-time project to create an improved mobility solution.

Protodonata – Pravaig’s third prototype: After creating a nice offroading car – Abiogenisis and then a racing car Protocell, they wanted to test their limits and went one step ahead to create a 200kg low slung race car which was designed test the aerodynamics – Protodonata.

Offroad testing continues with T-Rex: After testing the aerodynamics with the Protodonata, they wanted to test the reliability, which again led them to create another offroading car T-Rex. They build it on the FIA T1 regulations, which meant that this vehicle was durable and reliable – it was capable of surviving a fall from a cliff.

Key learnings from prototypes that paved the way for Extinction Mk1 and Extinction Mk2: After designing and building six prototypes. The duo was ready to use the learnings to finally create what we now know – the Extinction Mk1. They are testing Extinction Mk1 in order to prepare for their production model which will be the Extinction Mk2.

Creation of Extinction Mk1: This was their first electric car, which meant that a lot of things had to be done just right if they had any hope of creating a class-leading EV. They used their experience to build Extinction Mk1 with good aerodynamics, efficiency, reliability and making them comfortable.

5 Star NCAP safety rating: Keeping the focus on safety, Extinction Mk1 and also Extinction Mk2 are going to be one of the few Indian cars that will be getting the 5 star NCAP ratings, making them one of the safest in the country and also the world.

Getting to the production model – Extinction Mk2: Unlike Mk1 which is designed to test the limits, Extinction Mk2 is designed for comfort, which means this electric car will be different from Mk1. The production model will have four doors, higher ground clearance, awesome audio system, and you will be able to do everything from taking a nap to working comfortably inside the vehicle.

How much of Pravaig’s Electric car is made in India?: More than 80% of Pravaig Extinction Mk1 and Mk2 will be build in India including the battery packs but a few parts are still sourced from outside of India including China.

If you want to find out more about Pravaig Dynamics and Dhawal Khullar, here are the links you can check out: Pravaig’s website: https://pravaig.com Dhawal’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhawal-khullar-84b12417

Follow Backstage with Millionaires to remain updated with our latest developments. BwM Hindi Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMspFCCJpRkaiiHFetgauPQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/backstagewithmillionaires/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bwmillionaires/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backstagewithmillionaires/ Discord: https://discord.gg/XySGGhXKep

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Did you envision Extinction Mk1 and Extinction Mk2 from the start?: When Dhawal and Siddhartha started, they wanted to build cars which would be good for offroading, it was just a hobby at the time. They tried to experiment by modifying Maruti Gypsy and Jeep but these cars were quite slow and uncomfortable for their taste.

Abiogenisis – Pravaig’s first prototype and their hobby turns serious: After their failed experiment, the duo tried to create a car from the scratch, which led to the creation of their first prototype – Abiogenisis. Once they realized that building car was not that difficult, they decided to go all in. What was just a hobby had now turned into a full-time project to create an improved mobility solution.

Protodonata – Pravaig’s third prototype: After creating a nice offroading car – Abiogenisis and then a racing car Protocell, they wanted to test their limits and went one step ahead to create a 200kg low slung race car which was designed test the aerodynamics – Protodonata.

Offroad testing continues with T-Rex: After testing the aerodynamics with the Protodonata, they wanted to test the reliability, which again led them to create another offroading car T-Rex. They build it on the FIA T1 regulations, which meant that this vehicle was durable and reliable – it was capable of surviving a fall from a cliff.

Key learnings from prototypes that paved the way for Extinction Mk1 and Extinction Mk2: After designing and building six prototypes. The duo was ready to use the learnings to finally create what we now know – the Extinction Mk1. They are testing Extinction Mk1 in order to prepare for their production model which will be the Extinction Mk2.

Creation of Extinction Mk1: This was their first electric car, which meant that a lot of things had to be done just right if they had any hope of creating a class-leading EV. They used their experience to build Extinction Mk1 with good aerodynamics, efficiency, reliability and making them comfortable.

5 Star NCAP safety rating: Keeping the focus on safety, Extinction Mk1 and also Extinction Mk2 are going to be one of the few Indian cars that will be getting the 5 star NCAP ratings, making them one of the safest in the country and also the world.

Getting to the production model – Extinction Mk2: Unlike Mk1 which is designed to test the limits, Extinction Mk2 is designed for comfort, which means this electric car will be different from Mk1. The production model will have four doors, higher ground clearance, awesome audio system, and you will be able to do everything from taking a nap to working comfortably inside the vehicle.

How much of Pravaig’s Electric car is made in India?: More than 80% of Pravaig Extinction Mk1 and Mk2 will be build in India including the battery packs but a few parts are still sourced from outside of India including China.

If you want to find out more about Pravaig Dynamics and Dhawal Khullar, here are the links you can check out: Pravaig’s website: https://pravaig.com Dhawal’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhawal-khullar-84b12417

Follow Backstage with Millionaires to remain updated with our latest developments. BwM Hindi Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMspFCCJpRkaiiHFetgauPQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/backstagewithmillionaires/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bwmillionaires/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backstagewithmillionaires/ Discord: https://discord.gg/XySGGhXKep

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