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Sales of first electric car 'SU7' 3-5 times higher than expected: Xiaomi

Lei, Xiaomi's founder, made the comments during a two-hour livestream on Douyin, the Chinese equivalent of TikTok, that garnered over 34 million viewers

Tata Passenger Electric, Shell India partner for EV charging stations

Tata Passenger Electric Mobility on Thursday said it has tied up with Shell India Markets to collaborate in establishing public charging stations across India. The collaboration will leverage Shell's widespread fuel station network and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility's (TPEM) insights from over 1.4 lakh Tata EVs on Indian roads to set up chargers at locations frequently visited by EV owners, the company, a part of Tata Motors, said in a statement. "Through this partnership, we aim to grow the existing charging infrastructure, which is crucial for mainstream adoption of EVs in the country, particularly as the customer base continues to expand," TPEM Chief Strategy Officer Balaje Rajan said. Shell India Markets Director Sanjay Varkey said the company is committed to define the EV charging experience by offering integrated solutions that prioritise convenience, safety, and sustainability.

Ola Cabs shuts down international ventures, shifts focus to Indian market

The future of mobility is electric - not just in personal mobility but also for the ride-hailing business, and there is immense opportunity for expansion in India, said the statement

24,000 Nm torque, 300 kWh battery: Tresa Motors unveils V0.2 electric truck

Tresa Motors designed the V0.2 with Indian road conditions in mind. The company says the truck is a durable and reliable solution for eco-friendly logistics, particularly e-commerce

Adani, TotalEnergies to set up EV charging stations at new MG dealerships

A unit of a joint venture between Adani group and French energy giant TotalEnergies will set up EV charging stations at new MG dealerships to bolster the charing network, the company said on Monday. "Adani TotalEnergies E-Mobility Limited (ATEL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Adani Total Gas Limited (ATGL), and MG Motor India signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen the EV charging infrastructure in India," it said in a statement. In terms of MoU, ATEL will set up CC2 60 kW DC chargers at upcoming MG dealerships to bolster the charging network and enhance customer accessibility. "The partnership will also provide a comprehensive solution encompassing supply, installation, commissioning, operations, and maintenance of charging infrastructure. In addition, a digital platform will be launched to facilitate a seamless customer experience, covering discovery, user authentication, charging, and billing settlement through a dedicated mobile application," it said. Adani-Tota

India must keep e-scooter subsidies to boost adoption, says Ather CEO

India's e-scooter market is small but growing, accounting for 5% of total two-wheeler sales in fiscal 2023-2024

'Govt pushing ACC battery storage scheme, budget hiked 6x in few years'

The budget for the advanced chemistry cell sector has gone up 6x in the last few years, reflecting the government's continuous focus to boost the country's energy storage ecosystem, a senior official said. The National Programme on Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) battery storage was approved by the Union Cabinet on May 12, 2021 with budgetary outlay of Rs 18,100 crore. The scheme is aimed at strengthening the ecosystem for electric mobility and battery storage in the country. The scheme envisages to enhance India's manufacturing capabilities of ACCs by setting up of giga scale ACC and battery manufacturing facilities in India with emphasis on maximum domestic value addition. Addressing at the India Energy Storage Week 2024 (IESW 2024) curtain raiser even, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Heavy Industries Vijay Mittal said, "Ministry of Heavy Industries and the Government of India have provided a 6x growth in the budget." He said initially a budget of Rs 1,118 crore was provided. With .

Researchers use caffeine, AI as ways to boost EV efficiency, trim costs

In one of many novel discoveries uncovered by scientists in the alternative-energy field, researchers in Japan have found a way to boost efficiency and trim costs. Their secret is caffeine

EMPS 2024: Electric two-wheeler makers fear Rs 300 cr blow from new scheme

OEMs meet ministry officials, flag four key concerns

Uber boosts eco-mobility, backs Indian startups with sustainovate challenge

Uber is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040 and has been continuously working with governments, partners, think tanks, and others to address global sustainability challenges, the company

Centre replaces FAME with EMPS to promote e2W, e3W, 4-wheelers kept out

The upcoming Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme is set to debut on April 1, supplanting the current Faster Adoption and Manufacturing Electric Vehicles- Phase-II initiative

Electric two-wheeler sales likely to miss NITI Aayog target for FY24

Dealers feel a major reason for the dip is the reduction of FAME subsidy by the government

Electric mobility firm Yulu raises Rs 160 cr capital in equity funding

Electric bike-sharing platform Yulu Bikes on Friday said it has secured USD 19.25-million (Rs 160 crore) capital in equity funding through the issuance of shares to the company's existing strategic investors-- Magna and Bajaj Auto Ltd. The capital infusion will enable Yulu to maintain its growth streak and will strengthen its market leadership as it expands its reach in terms of vehicles, operational locations, and product and technology innovation to keep up with the rise in demand from users, the company said in a statement. On Thursday, Bajaj Auto said in a regulatory filing that it has raised its stake in Yulu Bike to 18.8 per cent of the paid-up equity share capital with an additional Rs 45.75 crore investment in the company. The company claims it has seen a nearly 5x leap in revenue over the last year. Yulu also said that it is on track to raise its Series C round of funding soon. The equity infusion will help the company fast-track its growth plans, said Amit Gupta, Co-foun

Zoomcar, SPARKCARS to develop EV self-drive, aim to add 1,000 cars in 2 yrs

Car sharing marketplace Zoomcar on Tuesday said it has partnered with electric vehicles self-drive rental firm SPARKCARS with a plan to introduce over 1,000 EVs on its platform across India within the next two years. The partnership will help increase the supply of EV cars available for self-drive to meet the growing needs of convenient and independent travel, the company said in a statement. "Zoomcar and SPARKCARS will introduce over 1,000 electric vehicles to Zoomcar's platform across India within the next two years. These additions will include popular models such as the TATA Nexon, Mahindra XUV 400, Citroen eC3, and many others, offering users a diverse array of eco-friendly options for their mobility needs," it said. Zoomcar CEO and Co-Founder Greg Moran said the partnership follows the direction of the government's growing focus on boosting the EV ecosystem. "We are not just adding EVs to our platform; we are empowering our guests with a variety of sustainable choices and ...

Pure EV raises $8 mn from consortium of investors in latest funding round

Electric two-wheeler firm Pure EV on Monday said it has raised USD 8 million (around Rs 66 crore) from a consortium of investors. The funding was led by Bennett Coleman and Company Ltd, Hindustan Times Media Ventures, alongside Ushodaya Enterprises Pvt Ltd, existing investors and high net-worth individuals, Pure EV said in a statement. The Hyderabad-based company said it is currently in the final stage of concluding its Series A1 funding round, amounting to USD 25 million with the participation of a foreign institutional investor. Concurrently, ongoing discussions are taking place with potential investors from Dubai, Hong Kong, and Singapore for Series A2 funding, targeting an infusion of USD 15 million, it added. "We will be rapidly expanding our pan-India sales network from 140 to 300 dealers in the next six months," Pure EV Co-Founder & CEO Rohit Vadera stated. The company sells a range of electric motorcycles and scooters and has already sold over 70,000 units.

With second PLI certification, IPO-bound Ola Electric eyes 13% subsidy

Ola Electric is the only two-wheeler electric company to receive a nod as incumbents struggle with localization standards

Budget 2024: Govt to bolster EV ecosystem in the country, says Sitharaman

Sitharaman announced that the government will continue its support for manufacturing and charging infrastructure

Servotech Power, BPCL to set up 1,800 EV charging stations pan India

Servotech Power Systems Ltd (SPSL) on Tuesday said it has secured an order worth Rs 120 crore from Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) to install 1,800 fast EV charging stations across various locations in India. The project involves two charger variants, 60 kW and 120 kW, Servotech said, adding that it aims to complete this project by the end of this year. In a statement the company said it has bagged an order of 1,800 DC fast EV charging stations from BPCL and the order value is Rs 120 crore. "Our partnership focuses on establishing a dynamic EV charging network that makes EV charging accessible for EV owners nationwide. "Through cutting-edge DC Fast EV chargers, we aim to play a pivotal role in realizing India's ambitious goals in the E-Mobility sector, bringing the nation closer to becoming an EV-powered nation," Sarika Bhatia, Director of Servotech Power Systems said. Servotech Power Systems develops tech-enabled EV charging solutions.

Bounce Infinity partners with SUN Mobility to deploy 30,000 e-scooters

Electric scooter-maker Bounce Infinity on Thursday said it has partnered with SUN Mobility under which the latter will deploy Bounce Infinity's 30,000 e-scooters in key markets across the country. The deployment of Bounce Infinity e-scooters will commence from February, starting from Bangalore and Hyderabad, and will be extended to Mumbai, Pune and Delhi NCR to begin with, Bounce Infinity said in a statement. SUN Mobility, a swappable battery and charging infra firm, currently has over 600 swap stations across 19 cities in the country, as per the statement. Bounce said it along with SUN Mobility also plans to launch this solution in export markets. These scooters will create the milieu for charging infra firms to bolster its journey as an energy operator, the e-two-wheeler said. "Our collaboration with SUN Mobility is a crucial step in our mission to revolutionize urban mobility. By eliminating charging hassles with instant battery swaps, we're making a clean commute not just ...

Govt may support initiatives to retrofit old vehicles into EVs: Report

The government may look for providing incentives or supporting initiatives to retrofit old vehicles into electric vehicles instead of scrapping them, a report said on Thursday. According to the joint report by management consultancy firm Primus Partners and ETB (European Business and Technology Centre), transitioning the internal combustion engine-powered vehicles to electric vehicles through retrofitting presents a spectrum of challenges. However, with a coordinated approach involving government initiatives, industry collaboration, and public engagement, these challenges can be effectively addressed and overcome, it said. India's Vehicle Scrappage Policy is aimed at phasing out old and unfit vehicles and replacing them with newer and more environment-friendly ones. This policy is governed by various factors including the fitness and emission levels of vehicles rather than solely their age. Commercial vehicles over 15 years and passenger vehicles over 20 years of age are subject t