Electric Vehicles: News

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.

07 Oct 2024

California

This lake hides enough lithium to power 382 million EVs

California's largest lake, the Salton Sea, is sitting on a lithium deposit worth an estimated $540 billion.

07 Oct 2024

MG Motor

MG Windsor records highest single-day EV bookings in India

MG Motor's latest electric vehicle (EV), the Windsor, has broken a new record in India by garnering over 15,000 bookings in the first 24 hours of its launch.

03 Oct 2024

Toyota

Why Toyota has delayed its EV production plans in US

Toyota has revealed that it's pushing back the start of its electric vehicle (EV) production in North America.

03 Oct 2024

Tesla

Tesla pulls the plug on its cheapest electric car

Tesla has discontinued its most affordable electric vehicle (EV), the Model 3 Standard Range Rear-Wheel Drive.

02 Oct 2024

Tesla

Tesla's vehicle sales rebound after 2 consecutive quarters of decline

Tesla has reported a significant increase in its vehicle sales, following two consecutive quarters of decline.

02 Oct 2024

Indian Government

PM E-DRIVE: Modi government to issue certificates highlighting EV subsidies

The Indian government has rolled out the PM E-DRIVE scheme, a ₹10,900 crore initiative to boost electric vehicle (EV) adoption.

30 Sep 2024

Audi

Audi e-tron GT, RS e-tron GT recalled over faulty brakes

Audi is recalling its e-tron GT and RS e-tron GT cars in India, because of a possible brake issue.

29 Sep 2024

Lucknow

UP to introduce double-decker electric buses during Navratri festival

The Uttar Pradesh government is gearing up to roll out a fleet of electric buses, including some double-decker ones.

29 Sep 2024

India

L&T Semiconductor Technologies to start chip production in 2 years

L&T Semiconductor Technologies, a fabless chip company, has laid out its plans to start making semiconductor products within the next two years.

29 Sep 2024

Panasonic

Panasonic's new battery to boost your EV's range by 500%

Panasonic Energy has some exciting news. They're gearing up to mass-produce a new high-performance battery, called the 4680 cell.

29 Sep 2024

Electric Cars

Global EV market to reach $2,108 billion by 2033: Report

According to a report by Axis Securities, the global electric vehicle (EV) market is all set to experience some serious growth over the next decade.

28 Sep 2024

Ferrari

Ferrari's first electric supercar to debut in late 2025

Ferrari, the iconic Italian car brand, is gearing up to unveil its first electric supercar by the end of 2025.

26 Sep 2024

Skoda

SKODA's first all-electric compact SUV debuts on this date

Czech automaker SKODA is set to unveil its first all-electric compact SUV, the Elroq, on October 1.

26 Sep 2024

Infosys

Infosys lands major EV deal with Swedish automaker Polestar

Infosys, a leading Indian technology services company, has secured a significant contract with Swedish electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Polestar.

26 Sep 2024

Jaguar Land Rover

Tata Motors shares surge on JLR's $669M EV investment

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), a subsidiary of Tata Motors, has announced plans to invest £500 million ($669 million) in reconfiguring its Halewood factory in England.

22 Sep 2024

Solar Energy

Fossil fuels to dominate global energy supply until 2050: Report

A recent report by management consulting firm McKinsey, suggests that fossil fuels will continue to be a significant part of the global energy supply, contributing 40-60% by 2050.

20 Sep 2024

Kia Motors

Kia EV9, launching on October 3, will offer these features

Kia Motors is preparing to introduce two new models in India on October 3, the Carnival and the all-electric EV9.

20 Sep 2024

BYD

You can book BYD's new EV, eMAX 7, starting tomorrow

BYD has announced that it will begin accepting bookings for its new electric vehicle, the eMAX 7 MPV, in India, starting tomorrow.

19 Sep 2024

Japan

Japan invests $2.44 billion to boost domestic EV battery production

Japan is set to invest a whopping ¥350 billion ($2.44 billion) in subsidies, aimed at bolstering its battery manufacturing sector.

CNG, hybrid vehicles are outperforming EVs in India

The Indian automotive market is witnessing a surge in the popularity of CNG and hybrid vehicles, surpassing electric cars.

15 Sep 2024

China

This EV battery offers 15-year longevity, 15 lakh km life

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd (CATL), a leading Chinese firm, has introduced an electric vehicle (EV) battery with an unprecedented service life.

15 Sep 2024

Electric Scooters

Electric two-wheelers to capture 13% market in India by 2026-27

The adoption of electric two-wheelers (E2Ws) in India is steadily increasing, with a projected market share of over 13% by the fiscal year (FY) 2026-27, according to investment banking firm Jefferies.

12 Sep 2024

China

China asks local automakers not to invest in India

The Chinese government has reportedly advised its domestic automobile manufacturers against making any automotive-related investments in India.

Modi government announces ₹10,900cr subsidy scheme to boost EV adoption

The Indian government has launched a new initiative, the PM Electric Drive Revolution In Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) scheme, with an allocation of ₹10,900 crore for two years.

10 Sep 2024

Honda

Honda to rival Ather Energy in India's electric-two wheeler market

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has announced its plans to venture into the electric vehicle (EV) sector within this financial year. It will rival Ola Electric and Ather Energy, among others.

09 Sep 2024

Nitin Gadkari

Adapt to EV trend or pay price, Gadkari warns automakers

Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has issued a stern warning to automakers, who are reluctant to transition toward electric vehicle (EV) production.

09 Sep 2024

India

Modi government extends EMPS subsidy scheme for EVs beyond September

Union Minister for Heavy Industries, HD Kumaraswamy, has announced the extension of the Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS) for EVs, beyond its initial end in September.

09 Sep 2024

Nitin Gadkari

EVs will cost same as petrol cars in 2-years: Gadkari

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has projected that the prices of electric vehicles (EVs) in India will match those of petrol and diesel cars within two years.

09 Sep 2024

Uttar Pradesh

World EV Day: This state leads India's EV adoption drive

As the world celebrates World Electric Vehicle (EV) Day today, it's worth noting that India is rapidly advancing toward electrification.

08 Sep 2024

United Kingdom

UK start-up develops heat-resistant solid-state EV battery: Know its significance

Ilika, a UK-based start-up, has developed a prototype solid-state battery called the Goliath P1, which has successfully passed a critical safety test known as the nail penetration test.

08 Sep 2024

Indian Government

Government planning digital certificates to highlight EV subsidies to customers

The Indian government is considering a unique approach to emphasize its role in subsidizing electric vehicles (EVs).

04 Sep 2024

Indian Government

Modi government to finalize FAME 3 scheme within 2 months

The Indian government is on the verge of finalizing, the third phase of the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles (FAME) scheme.

29 Aug 2024

Hyundai

Hyundai India planning more SUV launches amid $3 billion IPO

Hyundai Motor India is planning to introduce a series of new SUVs, to regain its market share from strong domestic competitors in the country, according to Reuters.

27 Aug 2024

BYD

BYD to use Huawei's autonomous driving system in its EVs

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, BYD, has entered into a partnership with tech giant Huawei.

MIT scientists develop low-cost, high-energy battery solution using rock salt

Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have made significant strides in battery technology.

21 Aug 2024

California

Tesla's electric truck just crashed and kept burning for hours

A Tesla Semi truck was involved in a serious accident on a California highway earlier this week.

06 Aug 2024

MG Motor

MG Motor India launches 'eHub' charging superapp for EV owners

JSW MG Motor India, in collaboration with leading charging infrastructure players, has introduced a new mobile app called 'eHub.'

04 Aug 2024

Tesla

Tesla files suit over 'highly unsafe' breakaway EV charging adapters

Elon Musk-owned Tesla, the globally recognized automaker, has initiated legal action against EV charging adapter maker EVject.

03 Aug 2024

Ford

Ford mulls re-entry into Indian market with focus on EVs

Ford, a leading US automaker, is considering a comeback to the Indian market with a focus on electric vehicles and sustainability.

29 Jul 2024

California

Hydrogen-powered air taxi covers 840km in maiden flight

A hydrogen-electric air taxi, developed by Joby Aviation, has successfully completed a record-breaking 523 miles (nearly 842km) flight over California.