Electric Vehicles: News

23 Dec 2024

Electric Scooters

E-scooters could make up 20% of 2-wheeler market by FY26

The e-scooter segment in India is expected to make up one-fifth of the country's total two-wheeler market by FY26, Business Standard reported.

20 Dec 2024

Elon Musk

Tesla recalls nearly 700,000 EVs in US: Here's why

Tesla, the world's leading electric vehicle (EV) maker, has announced a recall of 694,304 cars in the United States, as per Reuters.

17 Dec 2024

LG

LG, JSW Energy planning $1.5B battery manufacturing venture in India

South Korea's LG Energy Solution (LGES) is said to be in talks with India's JSW Energy to form a joint venture for battery manufacturing, as per Reuters.

Capex worth ₹16,000cr needed to meet EV-charging demand by 2030

India needs ₹16,000 crore in capital expenditure to cater to the increasing demand for public electric vehicle (EV) charging by 2030, a Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) report has said.

16 Dec 2024

GST

Buying a second-hand EV may cost you more next year

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council is mulling a proposal to hike the GST rate on old and used electric vehicles (EVs), as well as smaller petrol and diesel cars.

10 Dec 2024

Technology

This 'air sponge' could save EVs from catastrophic fires

An innovative technology, created by Aspen Aerogels, has emerged as a significant breakthrough in electric vehicle (EV) safety.

09 Dec 2024

Tata Motors Ltd

Tata Motors cars become costlier by 3% from January 1

Tata Motors, one of the leading Indian automakers, has announced that it will increase the prices of its vehicles by up to 3% across its passenger vehicles portfolio.

03 Dec 2024

Germany

Why workers at Volkswagen's factories in Germany are on strike

Volkswagen, Europe's largest car manufacturer, is facing major disruptions as workers have gone on strike at nine of its factories in Germany.

02 Dec 2024

Indian Government

Modi government mulls ₹9,000cr plan to boost EV battery production

The Indian government is said to be mulling a ₹9,000 crore plan, to boost the production of critical battery components for electric vehicles (EVs) and clean energy systems.

01 Dec 2024

Lamborghini

Lamborghini's 1st EV, Lanzador, to debut by 2030

Lamborghini has reiterated its intention to launch its first electric vehicle (EV), the Lanzador, by the end of this decade.

74% Indian EV owners will stick to electric cars: Survey

A recent survey by Park+ Research Labs has found that 74% of electric vehicle (EV) owners in India plan to stick with electric cars for life.

24 Nov 2024

Hero MotoCorp

Hero MotoCorp is working on its first electric motorcycle

Hero MotoCorp, in partnership with its American partner Zero Motorcycles, is working hard on its first mid-sized electric motorbike.

24 Nov 2024

Tesla

Tesla and Rivian reach 'conditional' settlement in trade secrets lawsuit

Tesla and Rivian have reached a "conditional" settlement in their ongoing trade secrets lawsuit, Bloomberg reported.

22 Nov 2024

Tesla

Kia unveils high-performance EV9 GT with Tesla charging compatibility

Kia has unveiled its latest electric vehicle (EV), the high-performance 2025 EV9 GT, at the LA Auto Show.

PM e-Drive scheme: Modi government reinstates subsidies for electric 3-wheelers

The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has reinstated subsidies for electric three-wheelers under the PM E-Drive scheme.

14 Nov 2024

Delhi

Why GRAP 3 anti-pollution measures won't be implemented in Delhi

Delhi's air quality has dropped to "severe" for the second consecutive day with an AQI of 428 at 9:00am on Thursday.

13 Nov 2024

Dubai

Dubai will launch world's first air taxi service in 2026

Dubai has given the green light to build its first aerial taxi vertiport, which will be located close to the Dubai International Airport. The aerial taxi service will start in early 2026.

09 Nov 2024

Bentley

Bentley teases its maiden electric car ahead of 2026 debut

Bentley has announced plans to launch its first-ever electric vehicle (EV), an urban SUV, by 2026.

07 Nov 2024

Donald Trump

How Trump's presidency will impact EV sector and automakers

The automotive industry is bracing for major changes under President-elect Donald Trump.

06 Nov 2024

Maserati

Maserati's electrification plans in limbo amid leadership change

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares has failed to confirm the previously announced electrification plans for Maserati, Italian trade unionists have claimed.

05 Nov 2024

Maruti Suzuki

Meet e VITARA, Suzuki's first ever electric car

Suzuki has unveiled the e VITARA, the production version of the eVX concept, making its entry into the electric vehicle (EV) market.

03 Nov 2024

Maruti Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki's first EV debuts tomorrow: Know all about eVX

Suzuki or Maruti Suzuki as it is known in India, will unveil its first battery electric vehicle (BEV), the eVX, in Milan tomorrow.

31 Oct 2024

Maruti Suzuki

Maruti's first EV to debut globally on November 4

Maruti Suzuki has revealed that its first electric vehicle, the eVX, will enter series production by spring 2025.

31 Oct 2024

BYD

BYD's revenue surpasses Tesla for first time amid EV competition

Chinese automaker BYD has posted a quarterly revenue that exceeded Tesla's for the first time, a major milestone in the global electric vehicle (EV) market.

28 Oct 2024

Volkswagen

Volkswagen shutting 3 German factories, laying off thousands of employees

Volkswagen, Europe's largest carmaker, is planning a major restructuring involving the closure of at least three factories in Germany, and layoffs of tens of thousands of employees.

27 Oct 2024

Auto

Breakthrough in lithium-sulfur EV battery tech promises longer life

Engineers from Southern Methodist University (SMU) have made some major advancements in the field of battery technology, something that could revolutionize the electric vehicle (EV) industry.

25 Oct 2024

Jeep

Stellantis invests $29.5M in new technology to boost EV range

Stellantis, the parent company of Jeep and Dodge has pumped $29.5 million into its research and technical center in Michigan.

24 Oct 2024

Tesla

Tesla is promising more affordable EVs in 2025

Tesla has announced plans to launch new and more affordable electric vehicles (EVs) in 2025.

23 Oct 2024

Uber

After US and Brazil, Uber India surpasses 1 million drivers

Uber has announced that it now has over one million drivers in India.

23 Oct 2024

Rapido

Rapido to deploy 10,000 electric autos with 2-minute battery swaps

Leading Indian ride-hailing platform Rapido has announced a strategic partnership with IndoFast Energy.

Electric air taxis can now become reality in the US

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final ruling permitting electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to operate in US airspace.

22 Oct 2024

Mercedes-Benz

How Mercedes-Benz is giving old EV batteries a second life

Mercedes-Benz has officially opened its first-ever electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling plant in Kuppenheim, Germany.

21 Oct 2024

China

US government concerned about dependence on Chinese lithium batteries

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has raised concerns over the security risks posed by Chinese lithium batteries.

17 Oct 2024

Apple

Apple secretly collaborated with BYD on long-range EV batteries

Apple had been working in secrecy with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD, according to Bloomberg.

16 Oct 2024

Royal Enfield

Royal Enfield's 1st electric motorcycle to debut on November 4

Royal Enfield, a dominant player in India's 250-750cc motorcycle segment, is gearing up to enter the electric vehicle (EV) market.

14 Oct 2024

Renault

Iconic Renault car returns in EV avatar after 30 years

Renault has taken the wraps off the revamped version of its iconic model, the Renault 4.

14 Oct 2024

MINI

MINI's first-ever electric John Cooper Works cars go official

BMW-owned luxury brand MINI has unveiled its first-ever electric performance models.

13 Oct 2024

United Kingdom

UK's new battery tech could increase EV range by 20%

Integrals Power, a UK-based battery technology company, has made major advancements in Lithium Manganese Iron Phosphate (LMFP) cathode active materials.

12 Oct 2024

Apple

Apple's self-driving car project hits roadblock as testing permit canceled

Apple's permit to test autonomous vehicles on public roads in California has been revoked by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

12 Oct 2024

MG Motor India

MG starts delivering India's first EV with BaaS purchase option

MG Motor India has begun the deliveries of its newest electric vehicle, the Windsor EV, to customers in the country.

11 Oct 2024

Elon Musk

Tesla Robovan is here and it looks futuristic

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has unveiled a new passenger van called the Robovan at the "We, Robot" event.

09 Oct 2024

Hyundai

Hyundai to invest ₹32,000 crore in India over next decade

Hyundai Motor India has announced a massive ₹32,000 crore investment plan for the next 10 years.

09 Oct 2024

Audi

Porsche recalls over 27,500 Taycan EVs over potential fire risk

Porsche has recalled 27,527 units of its Taycan electric sedans over a potential short circuit in the battery system. The defect could potentially lead to fires.

08 Oct 2024

BYD

BYD's $1 billion EV investment plan in India awaits approval

Chinese automaker BYD is eager to set up a car manufacturing base in India. However, it has not received any clear signal from the Indian government, on a possible relaxation of strict investment rules for Chinese companies.

08 Oct 2024

Uber

Uber to launch OpenAI-powered AI assistant for drivers in 2025

Uber is bringing an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant, powered by OpenAI's GPT-4o, for its drivers in the US. It will be available starting early 2025.

07 Oct 2024

Startups

BluSmart in talks to raise $100M for EV ride-hailing expansion

BluSmart Mobility, a leading name in the electric vehicle (EV) ride-hailing space, is in talks to raise between $80 million and $100 million, according to Moneycontrol.

07 Oct 2024

Tata Motors Ltd

Tata Motors plans MG-like battery-as-a-service model to boost EV sales

Tata Motors is reportedly mulling the introduction of a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model for its electric vehicles.