Range-extending technology and a six-year or 200,000-kilometre warranty headline the November 13 launch
ROTIMI ASHER
How far can an electric car go when the next charging point is miles away? Mikano Motors is betting that Deepal has an answer. The company will officially launch the brand in Nigeria on Friday, November 13, 2026, with range-extended electric vehicle technology at the centre of its pitch.
Here’s the twist. An electric motor drives the wheels, while an onboard range extender generates electricity when the battery needs support. That gives drivers the quiet ride and quick response of electric propulsion while reducing their reliance on public charging during longer journeys.
It’s a pitch aimed squarely at Nigerian motorists weighing fuel costs against the practicalities of plugging in. The prospect of electric driving may appeal on the daily commute, but the real test comes when a weekend trip takes drivers beyond their usual charging options.
Mikano is backing the launch with a six-year or 200,000-kilometre warranty. Alongside Deepal’s contemporary styling and intelligent features, the warranty gives prospective buyers a concrete detail to weigh as they consider a new badge and an unfamiliar powertrain.
The unveiling will have a lifestyle angle, too. Mikano plans to bring selected lifestyle brands, interactive displays and creative activities into the launch, giving guests a chance to explore how the vehicles fit into everyday life.
The launch may draw crowds, but Deepal’s biggest test begins on the road. Can it make electric driving feel practical enough for the daily commute and the long trip home? That’s the bet Mikano is making.
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