Electric Vehicles in India: News
GT Force Drive, Drive Pro e-scooters and prototype e-bike unveiled
Haryana-based GT Force has unveiled two electric scooters, namely, GT Drive and GT Drive Pro, along with a prototype electric bike at the EV India Expo 2021. Their launch timelines are yet to be revealed.
Long-range variant of Tata Nexon EV to debut by mid-2022
As per an Autocar report, Tata Motors will launch a new long-range variant of its Nexon EV in India by mid-2022.
Tork T6X e-bike found testing in India; might launch soon
Pune-based start-up Tork is expected to launch its T6X bike in India next year. To recall, it was unveiled in 2016.
NIO ET5 v/s Tesla Model 3: Which one is better?
NIO has unveiled its ET5 electric car in China. Its deliveries are likely to commence from September 2022.
Hero Electric Optima HX, with cruise control, launched in India
Hero Electric has launched its Optima HX e-scooter with cruise control in India.
Deliveries of Ultraviolette F77 to start in India next year
Ultraviolette Automotive has announced that the first batch of the F77 motorcycle will be delivered in India in the first half of next year. To recall, it was unveiled in 2019.
TVS working on electric scooter for last-mile deliveries in India
TVS Motor Company will launch an electric scooter meant for last-mile deliveries in India soon.
This made-in-India electric car promises a range of over 500km
Bengaluru-based Pravaig Dynamics has unveiled the 'Extinction MK1' electric car as its maiden offering in India. It is slated to be launched sometime in 2021 and will be initially available in Delhi and Bengaluru.
Volvo XC40 Recharge SUV confirmed to be launched in 2021
There have been many speculations about the launch of the Volvo XC40 Recharge in India. Now, the carmaker has confirmed that the fully-electric car will be launched in the country in 2021.
Ampere launches Magnus Pro e-scooter at Rs. 74,000
Bengaluru-based start-up Ampere Greaves has launched its new flagship Magnus Pro electric scooter in India at Rs. 73,990.
#AutoBytes: Best performance-oriented electric motorcycles in India
Apart from being an eco-friendly alternative to conventional motorcycles, modern-day electric bikes are no slouch in performance and efficiency.
When will Avera Retrosa e-scooter be launched?
Avera Electric, the Andhra Pradesh-based EV start-up, has showcased its fully-electric Retrosa scooter at the recently-concluded Auto Expo.
Auto Expo 2020: Hero Electric unveils its first fully-electric motorcycle
Hero Electric, one of the leading EV manufacturers in India, has unveiled its first electric motorcycle, the AE-47, in the country today at the ongoing Auto Expo.
BattRE launches "Internet connected" e-scooter at Rs. 80,000
BattRE, the Jaipur-based EV start-up, has launched its flagship IOT e-scooter in India at Rs. 79,999.
Ather 450X e-scooter launched in India at Rs. 99,000
Ather Energy, a Bengaluru-based EV start-up, has launched the new Ather 450X e-scooter in India at Rs. 99,000 (ex-showroom).
Benling Aura e-scooter launched in India, priced at Rs. 99,000
As an addition to its line-up of electric vehicles, Chinese EV manufacturer Benling has launched the Aura e-scooter in India.
Hero Flash e-scooter available with an attractive discount: Details here
In an attempt to ramp up sales, Hero Electric has announced a limited-period discount of Rs. 7,090 on its e-scooter, the Flash.
Bajaj Chetak e-scooter launched, price starts at Rs. 1 lakh
Bajaj Auto Ltd. has finally launched its iconic Chetak scooter in an all-electric avatar today.
Bajaj Chetak e-scooter to be launched tomorrow: What to expect?
Bajaj Auto Ltd., one of the leading two-wheeler manufacturers in India, is all set to launch its iconic Chetak scooter in an all-electric avatar tomorrow.
Mahindra to unveil Gusto-based e-scooter in early-2020: Report
Taking on Bajaj Chetak and Ather 450, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. is working to unveil a new electric scooter in the first quarter of 2020, according to Autocar.
Ampere launches Reo Elite e-scooter for Rs. 45,000
Ampere Vehicles, a Bengaluru-based EV start-up, has launched the Reo Elite two-wheeler in India.
Ahead of January 2020 launch, MG ZS EV pre-bookings commence
MG Motor India has commenced the pre-bookings for its fully-electric SUV, the ZS EV, at a token amount of Rs. 50,000.
Tata Nexon fully-electric SUV unveiled, promises a range of 300km
Tata Motors Ltd. has taken the wraps off its much-awaited fully-electric SUV, the Tata Nexon EV, in India today.
Crayon Envy e-scooter, with 70km range, launched: Details here
Crayon Motors, a Delhi-headquartered company, has launched its flagship e-scooter, the Envy, in India.
Audi e-Tron Sportback fully-electric SUV unveiled at LA Motor Show
German automaker Audi has pulled the covers off its second fully-electric SUV, the e-tron Sportback, at the 2019 LA Auto Show.
Bajaj Chetak e-scooter's bookings to start from January 2020
Bajaj Auto Ltd. has announced that it will commence the bookings for its recently unveiled e-scooter, Chetak, from January 2020.
India-made Ultraviolette F77, a fully-electric performance bike, breaks cover
Ultraviolette Automotive, a Bengaluru-based start-up, has taken the wraps off its first all-electric motorcycle, the F77, today.
Okinawa Lite e-scooter launched in India at Rs. 60,000
Okinawa Scooters, a Gurugram-based EV start-up, has launched the all new Lite e-scooter in India at Rs. 59,990.
India-specific MG ZS EV to be unveiled on December 5
MG Motor is all set to unveil its second four-wheeler in India, the MG ZS EV, on December 5.
Nanotech start-up Log 9 Materials raises $3.5 million funding
Bengaluru-based Nanotech start-up, Log 9 Materials, has raised $3.5 million funding in Series A round led by Sequoia India's scale up program Surge and Exfinity Venture Partners.
Bajaj Auto launches its iconic Chetak scooter in all-electric avatar
Foraying into the EV space, Bajaj Auto Ltd. has launched its first ever electric scooter, the all-new Chetak, in India today.
Tata launches fully-electric sedan, Tigor EV at Rs. 9.44 lakh
Tata Motors Ltd. has launched the updated version of Tigor EV in India.
Revolt announces one time payment plan for its EV motorcycles
The recently launched Revolt RV 400 and RV 300, which were available with monthly EMI plans, can now be purchased via one time payment as well.
Audi's more affordable all-electric e-Tron 50 Quattro electric SUV unveiled
German automaker Audi has revealed a lighter and more affordable variant of its electric SUV, the e-Tron.
Hyundai's all-electric SUV Kona receives a massive price cut
Hyundai Kona, the recently launched electric SUV, has received a price cut of Rs. 1.59 lakh in India.
GST Council reduces tax on electric cars to 5%
In a move to push people towards electric vehicles, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council slashed the tax rate on electric vehicles (EVs), bringing it down from 12% to 5%, on Saturday.
Harley-Davidson's first all-electric motorcycle to be launched in August
Harley-Davidson has taken the wraps off its first-ever electric market-ready motorcycle, the LiveWire.
Spock e-scooter launched, looks like a perfect delivery vehicle
Gurugram-based Li-Ions Elektrik Solutions has launched its first electric scooter, the Spock, in India at a starting price of Rs. 65,000.
e-Tron: Audi's first all-electric car arriving in India soon
Audi has previewed its first-ever all-electric production car, the e-Tron, in India.
India's first fully electric AI-based bike unveiled: Details here
Gurugram-based Revolt Intellicorp, the company founded by Micromax's co-founder Rahul Sharma, has unveiled India's first fully electric AI-based bike, Revolt RV400.