EV makers pitch for comprehensive, consistent policy to enable transition

Comprehensive policy on electric vehicle (EV) components, inclusion of commercial vehicles as incentives, clarity on goods and services tax (GST) on spare parts, and consistency on the policy front are the expectations of industry players from the upcoming interim Budget for switching from petrol/di...

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How battery recycling can help EVs to be truly green

Electric vehicle batteries must be carefully managed after use to prevent them from harming the environment. The solution to this problem can be "battery recycling" and "battery reuse" if the battery cells are carefully processed. This opens a platform where automobile and electric vehicle manufactu...

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EV Cars vs Hybrid Cars: Which is Cheaper to Run?

Are you looking to save money on fuel costs for your car? Electric cars and hybrids are two great options to consider. It's the right time to make a change; The 2023 and 2024 model years of hybrid and electric vehicles offer excellent fuel economy. In this article, EV Cars vs Hybrid Cars, we'll do...

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Tata Punch EV launched: Starting price Rs 10.99 lakh; here are the key features

On January 17, Tata Motors unveiled the much-anticipated Tata Punch EV, a small SUV, with a starting price of Rs 10.99 lakh. Tata Motors said the vehicle's certified driving range is 315 km and 421 km in two variants. It can accommodate five passengers. The new electric car has a ground clearance of...

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UP CM flags off 50 e-buses of PMI Electro Mobility in Ayodhya

New Delhi: Ahead of the consecration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath rolled out 50 electric buses (e-buses) as part of the city's carbon-neutral public mobility initiatives from the temple. The electric buses manufactured by PMI Electro Mobility will opera...

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Budget 2024: What the government can do to charge up India's EV sector

India's electric vehicle sector achieved a historic milestone in 2023, with sales crossing 1.5 million units with a growth of 50% year-on-year. However, EV penetration remains low due to range conces, high prices, and inadequate charging infrastructure. Dr. Waman Parkey, Partner and Head of Automoti...

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India's Modi to lure tech, EV investments at Gujarat summit as poll looms

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is rolling out the red carpet for hundreds of local and foreign investors visiting his home state of Gujarat this week for a trade event, in one of his last major efforts to attract investment ahead of his re-election bid. The vibrant global summit, which will be...

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India needs FAME III incentives for EV transition, says big auto

India's sustainable transformation needs sustained govement support, auto industry experts said at a panel discussion on sustainable mobility at the Global Investors Meet on Sunday. Although FAME-II subsidies will run out this year, the industry needs continued support, senior auto industry official...

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Planning to buy an electric car? Here's how much you may have to pay to replace its battery

The electric vehicle market in India is witnessing unprecedented growth, with 152,610 units sold in November. With petrol and diesel prices not coming down anytime soon and owing to climate conces, EV popularity is rising. The low maintenance cost of electric cars also attracts buyers. However, if...

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