Electric Vehicles: News

17 Feb 2025

Indian Rupee (INR)

Electric vehicles are all set to become costlier in India

The recent sharp depreciation of the Indian Rupee against the US Dollar is putting financial pressure on India's electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers.

17 Feb 2025

BMW

BMW unveils 'superbrain' that will power its next-generation EVs

BMW has unveiled its latest innovation, the "Heart of Joy" powertrain control unit.

17 Feb 2025

Kia Motors

Here's your first look at EV4, Kia's head-turning electric sedan

Kia Motors has revealed its newest model, the EV4 sedan, with a series of images ahead of its official debut later this month.

14 Feb 2025

Mahindra

Mahindra's latest EVs—BE 6 and XUV 9E—now available for booking

Mahindra has officially opened bookings for its new electric vehicles (EVs), the BE 6 and XEV 9e.

11 Feb 2025

Elon Musk

Could Musk's ties to Trump end investigations into Tesla?

Elon Musk's close ties with US President Donald Trump could mean the end of several ongoing federal investigations into Tesla.

11 Feb 2025

India

Indians can look forward to 6-15% salary hike this year

The Indian job market is set to witness a major salary hike this year, with annual increments expected to fall between 6% and 15% across sectors.

10 Feb 2025

Volvo

Meet EX30 Cross Country, Volvo's first electric off-roader

Swedish automaker Volvo has unveiled the EX30 Cross Country, a major milestone in its product lineup.

Donald Trump administration halts $5B EV charging infrastructure program

The US Department of Transportation (DOT) has suspended a $5 billion electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure program, from which Tesla had previously received at least $31 million.

08 Feb 2025

Honda

Honda to launch 10 electric 2-wheelers in India by 2030

Honda is planning to bring 10 new electric two-wheelers to India in the next five years.

05 Feb 2025

Ola Electric

Ola Electric's first motorbike, Roadster X, launched at ₹75,000

Ola Electric has launched its first electric motorcycle, the Roadster X in India.

04 Feb 2025

Climate Change

Care about climate change, this can be your first step 

Climate change presents a serious threat to financial stability and economic prosperity in India.

04 Feb 2025

VinFast

Here's when you can buy VinFast EVs in India

Vietnamese automaker VinFast has officially announced its entry into the Indian market at the Auto Expo 2025, showcasing an impressive global vehicle range.

04 Feb 2025

Auto

How regenerative braking works in electric vehicles

The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is upon us, and with it comes a host of innovative technologies designed to maximize efficiency and range. One such game-changer is regenerative braking.

01 Feb 2025

Union Budget

Budget 2025: High-end TVs, smartphones to get cheaper in India

In her Union Budget speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced steep cuts in import duties for key mobile phone components and critical materials such as lithium-ion battery scrap.

01 Feb 2025

Union Budget

Budget 2025: EVs are set to become cheaper in India

In a major move, the Indian government has announced huge duty exemptions in the Union Budget for 2025-26 to boost local production of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles (EVs).

31 Jan 2025

Economic Survey

India needs better infra for EV manufacturing, says Economic Survey

The Economic Survey for FY25 has underscored India's requirement to localize technology and raw materials for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing.

28 Jan 2025

Honda Motor Company

Honda to establish electric bike factory in India by 2028

Honda Motor Company has announced plans to set up a dedicated electric motorcycle factory in India by 2028.

28 Jan 2025

Norway

Norway to become first country to fully transition to EVs

Norway is on the verge of becoming the world's first country to wipe out petrol and diesel models from its car market.

27 Jan 2025

Tesla

Tesla sues EU over tariffs on EVs made in China

Tesla has joined a group of automakers, including BYD, SAIC, and Geely, in a legal battle against the European Union (EU).

25 Jan 2025

India

EV adoption in India to reach 9% by FY30

A recent report by Nomura predicts a major jump in electric vehicle (EV) adoption in India, with penetration rising from the current 2% to 9% by FY30.

22 Jan 2025

Electric Cars

Avoid these common mistakes while charging your electric vehicle

The surge in electric vehicle (EV) adoption has made it imperative to educate customers about proper charging practices.

21 Jan 2025

Hardeep Singh Puri

India to achieve 20% biofuel blending target by February

Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, has announced that India will achieve its 20% biofuel blending target by next month.

21 Jan 2025

Donald Trump

US: Trump overturns Biden's 50% EV sales target by 2030

US President Donald Trump has overturned a key policy of his predecessor Joe Biden's administration, aimed at boosting the sales of electric vehicles (EVs) in the US.

20 Jan 2025

Electric Cars

Meet Vayve Eva, India's 1st solar-powered electric car

Vayve Mobility has unveiled India's first solar-powered electric car, the Vayve Eva, at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025.

20 Jan 2025

Tata Motors Ltd

Tata Motors to launch luxury electric brand: What we know

Tata Motors will launch its new luxury electric vehicle (EV) brand, Avinya, with a Sportback.

15 Jan 2025

Auto

Top 5 tips to extend your EV's range in winters

In the winter season, you might witness a decline in your electric vehicle (EV)'s range and performance.

14 Jan 2025

Renault

Renault to enter India's electric car market with Kiger EV

As part of its strategy to regain lost market share, Renault will introduce a new range of SUVs and compact electric vehicles (EVs) in India.

This solid-state EV battery promises longer range, faster charging

Leading US-based battery technology company Microvast has made major progress in its All-Solid-State Battery (ASSB) technology.

08 Jan 2025

Rolls-Royce

Rolls-Royce to launch new EV in 2025: What we know

Ultra-luxury car manufacturer Rolls-Royce will unveil its second electric vehicle (EV) later this year. The announcement comes as part of the company's shift toward full electrification.

07 Jan 2025

Maruti Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki reveals 'e for Me' strategy for electric mobility

Homegrown automaker Maruti Suzuki has revealed its innovative strategy for electric mobility, 'e For Me.'

07 Jan 2025

Tata

Tata Group is venturing into electric air taxi business

Tata Group's subsidiary Tata Elxsi has announced a strategic partnership with the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL).

07 Jan 2025

Mumbai

BluSmart's EV cab service now available in Mumbai

BluSmart, one of the leading electric ride-hailing companies, has announced its expansion into Mumbai.

CES 2025: This solar-powered EV prototype promises 644km of range

Once a defunct start-up, Aptera has unveiled a new "production-intent" solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) at CES 2025.

06 Jan 2025

Auto

Do EVs lose range in winters? Yes, know why

We all know the performance of electric vehicles (EVs) is affected by weather, especially when it comes to colder temperatures.

05 Jan 2025

China

How India will reduce dependence on China for EV technology

The Indian government has launched a major program to promote homegrown technology in the fast-growing electric vehicle (EV) segment.

This Indian-origin CEO is world's highest-paid employee, earns ₹48cr daily

Jagdeep Singh, the founder and former CEO of US-based QuantumScape, has been named the world's highest-paid employee.

04 Jan 2025

Piyush Goyal

Government, EV companies agree no additional subsidies needed: Piyush Goyal

India's Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal, has said that the government and electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers are on the same page about not requiring more subsidies.

03 Jan 2025

Norway

90% of new car sales in this country were electric

Norway has seen a remarkable rise in electric vehicle (EV) sales, with almost 89% of all new cars sold in 2024 being fully electric.

01 Jan 2025

Bajaj Auto

Bajaj overtakes Ola Electric to become India's highest-selling E2W brand

In a major turnaround in India's electric two-wheeler segment, Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor Company have beaten Ola Electric in December 2024 sales.

30 Dec 2024

Hyundai

These electric cars will be launched in India this January

The Indian auto market is gearing up for an exciting start to 2025, with a slew of new cars lined up for launch in January.

27 Dec 2024

Auto

JSW Group and China's Geely discuss electric car joint venture

JSW Group, headed by Sajjan Jindal, is said to be in talks with a number of leading automobile manufacturers for possible electric vehicle (EV) joint ventures. One of them is Chinese auto giant Geely.

24 Dec 2024

India

Vehicle registrations in India see 15% YoY drop in December

The Indian auto sector has witnessed a major slump in December, with the two-wheeler category being the worst hit.

24 Dec 2024

MG Motor

0-100km/h in 3.2s! Check features of India-spec MG Cyberster EV

MG Motor is gearing up to launch its fourth electric vehicle, the Cyberster, in India.

24 Dec 2024

China

This EV chassis doesn't catch fire or explode upon crashes

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL), a leading global manufacturer of electric vehicle batteries, has unveiled an innovative car chassis.

Ola Electric-rival Greaves Electric Mobility files for ₹1,000cr IPO

Greaves Electric Mobility, a leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has filed draft papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for an initial public offering (IPO).

23 Dec 2024

Electric Scooters

India: By 2026, 1 in 5 scooters will be electric

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.