Electric Cars

Tesla looks at internal CEO candidate if Musk leaves over pay package vote

Robyn Denholm, chair of Tesla's board, said to ensure an 'orderly transition, the most likely would be internal'. However, Denholm has not ruled out the possibility of external candidates

Ferrari's shift towards electric supercars gets off to rocky start

Ferrari NV, its constellation of engineers, marketers and dealers face a daunting challenge for a company steeped in piston-fired glory: translating the appeal of its growling supercars to Elettrica

Tesla to unveil cheaper version of Model Y to offset loss of tax incentives

The move follows the company's decision to introduce a more affordable version to offset the impact of reduced US incentives for electric cars

EV makers relieved as GST Council retains 5% tax on electric cars

The GST Council's decision to retain the 5% tax rate on electric vehicles (EVs) reassures manufacturers, but competition from small petrol and diesel cars with lower taxes looms

Oben Rorr EZ Sigma launched at ₹1.27 lakh with smart features, fast charge

Oben Electric's new Rorr EZ Sigma electric motorcycle offers up to 175 km range, TFT screen, app support, LFP battery, and booking at Rs 2,999 for August 15 delivery

Tata Motors-owned Jaguar Land Rover to cut several managerial roles in UK

Tata Motors-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) on Thursday confirmed plans to cut hundreds of managerial roles as part of a "limited" voluntary redundancy programme, which it says is aimed at better aligning its leadership workforce with the luxury car brand's business strategy. The UK-based car manufacturer, which has been under pressure from US President Donald Trump's tariff wars, welcomed the recent trade deal that eases some pressure on its automotive exports to the American market. However, the latest figures released last week had revealed a drop in sales in the April to June quarter which had witnessed a temporary pause in shipments to the US amid high tariffs of 25 per cent on cars. "JLR regularly offers eligible employees voluntary redundancy (VR) programmes, a JLR spokesperson said. "Through this limited UK VR programme for managers, JLR is aligning its leadership workforce for the business's current and future needs. We are grateful to the government for delivering at speed

Electric car sales penetration to cross 7% by FY28: CareEdge Advisory

Electric car sales penetration is expected to cross 7 per cent by FY28 subject to timely resolution of rare earth element (REE) disruption and riding on the back of new model launches, according to a report by CareEdge Advisory. The increase in penetration would also be dependent on government push for improving the charging infrastructure in the country. India's electric car ecosystem has witnessed significant momentum over the past three years, growing from just over 5,000 units in FY21 to more than 1.07 lakh units in FY25, it said. "India's electric car sales penetration is likely to cross 7 per cent by FY28, provided rare earth disruption is resolved in a timely manner. With a robust pipeline of model launches, expanding EV charging infrastructure and battery localisation under the PLI scheme, India is well-positioned to accelerate EV adoption," Tanvi Shah, Senior Director & Head, CareEdge Advisory & Research said. While electric four-wheelers still comprise a small share .

India needs 6,900 acres land, $9 bn EV infra investment by 2030: Report

Nearly 6,900 acre of land and USD 9 billion investments will be required by 2030 for setting up facilities for EV (electric vehicle) manufacturing, lithium-ion battery production and public charging stations, according to Savills India. Real estate consultant Savills India has released report 'Charged for Change: How EVs Are Reshaping Indian Real Estate' stating that the EV market in India has witnessed significant growth in recent years, driven by market forces, government policies, rising environmental concerns, and increasing fuel costs. The government has launched several initiatives to accelerate EV adoption and strengthen the supporting ecosystem. "An investment of USD 7.5 to 9 billion will be required by 2030, primarily for land acquisition and the development of facilities for EV manufacturing, lithium-ion battery production, and public charging stations," the consultant said. In high-adoption scenario, the required investments will be USD 9 billion while USD 7.5 billion wi

Vietnamese EV company VinFast set to launch in India | VinFast VF6 | VF 7 | VinFast cars | EV Cars

Vietnamese EV maker VinFast is set to debut in India this month with 2 electric SUVs – the VF6 and VF7. Watch the video for all the details.

Here's why Huawei's expansion in smart driving stirs competition, scrutiny

In the EV era, companies are reconfiguring how cars are designed and function. The "brains" of a vehicle have a power that extends way beyond cruise control, emergency braking or parking sensors

GM, Hyundai in talks to share pickups, electric vans in North America

Both automakers also face geopolitical tensions heightened by tariffs being levied or threatened by US President Donald Trump, which could curtail their ability to use imported components

Tesla entering India with much fanfare but latter a challenging mkt for EVs

The potential impact on domestic EV manufacturers, government policies, and the broader market also remain subjects of speculation

Pure EV plans Rs 400 cr unit, in talks with Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, others

At present, it has a manufacturing capacity of around 50,000 units. The company sold around 12,800 vehicles in 2024 and expects this to reach 25,000 units in calendar year (CY) 2025

India's EV revolution: 2025 will see electric cars outpace petrol, diesel

Electric vehicle launches in India are set to surpass petrol and diesel cars in 2025, with 18 new EV models expected, driving growth and boosting EV market share to 4 per cent

Here's why China's EV makers have a good reason to delay paying bills

The biggest producer of electric cars last year was a high accounting risk because of the unprecedented scale of financing from its supply chain, analyst Nigel Stevenson wrote

India's auto sector at crossroads: Adapting to EVs and global competition

The auto-component sector must also be given time to evolve, through the creation of alternative ecosystems

Keen to have mfg in India, visa issue not affecting operations: BYD

China's electric vehicle major BYD is keen to have manufacturing operations in India as soon as 'all factors' suggest a 'go ahead' and the plan is under constant evaluation, according to a top official of the company's Indian arm. Despite the political tension between India and China resulting in visa issues, the company has not felt any impact of it on its operations in the country and has also found acceptance of its products from the 'pragmatic' Indian customers, BYD India Head of Electric Passenger Vehicles (EPV) Business Rajeev Chauhan told PTI. In an interaction on the sidelines of the Auto Expo held as part of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, he said the company, which unveiled its premium electric SUV SEALION 7, will be considering the homologation route for more models to be able to sell more vehicles in India. "These kinds of plans, manufacturing plans are constant evaluation which we are doing...We are keen, we would love to do that as soon as all factors suggest tha

Imran Khan sentenced, SpaceX failure, PM Modi on EVs & more

corruption related to the Al-Qadir University Project. His wife, Bushra Bibi, has also been handed a 7-year sentence. SpaceX's highly anticipated Starship rocket faced a failure shortly after launch.

All about the new Hyundai Creta Electric

Hyundai India has taken the wraps off the new Creta Electric ahead of its public debut at the upcoming Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025.

Trump team plans sweeping rollback of Biden's EV, emissions policies

The recommendations, which have not been previously reported, come as the US electric-vehicle transition stalls and China's heavily subsidized EV industry continues to surge