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Bajaj Auto, TVS Motor better placed among 2Ws in Delhi EV policy

Tata Motors and M&M could gain among passenger vehicle makers

Delhi’s new EV policy explained: What’s changing from July 1?

Delhi's new EV Policy 2026 is here, bringing zero road tax, zero registration fees, purchase incentives and scrappage benefits for eligible electric vehicles.

West Asia conflict accelerated EV adoption in India: Tata Motors MD

The West Asia war has played a key role in the faster acceptance of electric mobility in India, shifting the market from 'a push mode to a pull mode', Tata Motors Passenger Vehicle Ltd Managing Director & CEO Shailesh Chandra said on Tuesday. The company, which launched the electric version of its popular SUV Sierra at an introductory price ranging between Rs 18.79 and Rs 24.79 lakh, expects industry EV penetration in the passenger vehicle segment to be 7-8 per cent this fiscal and cross 10 per cent in FY28, he told reporters here in an interaction. While the entry of multiple players in the EV segment and the breaking of barriers across subsegments such as pricing, range anxiety, and charging infrastructure have helped EV growth, the West Asia war has also played a significant role, he added. "Around the Middle East crisis, there has been a faster acceptance. I would say, if the same customers were reluctant before, say, February 2026, they are now more amenable to considering an

Delhi EV Policy impact: Auto stocks skid; Eicher dips 7%, Ather at new high

Delhi EV Policy Impact: Bharat Forge, Hero MotoCorp, Bajaj Auto, Uno Minda, Sona BLW Precision Forgings and Samvardhana Motherson International were down in the range of 1 per cent to 5 per cent.

Delhi sets countdown for ICE 2W, 3W phaseout; new EV policy from July 1

Fresh registrations to stop over the next 2 years under new EV policy

Maruti partners five startups for AI, battery recycling solutions

The startups will work on end-of-life lithium-ion battery recycling, procurement automation, multilingual customer engagement, brand visibility and software development

Delhi EV Policy kicks off from July 1: Tax waiver, subsidies, EV-only rules

Delhi's new EV policy brings subsidies, tax waivers and phased vehicle electrification measures to encourage faster adoption of electric vehicles in the capital

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles plans 4 new EVs, over 10 refreshes by FY31

With India's electric vehicle adoption crossing the 'early adopters' phase, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles is turning to majority of customers to drive EV adoption with four new products and over ten refreshes lined up for launch by FY31 to sustain its leadership position. Early Adopters are those consumers who adopt a new idea or technology to gain a competitive edge. The company is preparing for the next phase of growth in its electric vehicles segment, eyeing over 30 per cent EV penetration by FY31, according to an investor presentation. "Currently, EVs are being considered by the early majority; we will enhance products to drive adoption among early and late majority customers," the company said. Early majority consumers are those who need to see successful case studies before buying, while late majority consumers are skeptical individuals who adopt only after the average person has adopted a new idea or technology. EV adoption in India has crossed "from early adopters into th

Bee in the bonnet: Now, Siam objects to battery recycling rules

Battery recycling targets start after 8 years, but LFP batteries last longer

Is electricity the new oil? Why firms are pushing towards electrification

From electric vehicles to battery factories and AI data centres, electrification is emerging as the next frontier of economic growth, but will it do to the world what oil did in the last century?

One size cannot rate India's electric two-wheeler ride, says Siam

Industry body flags Vietnam reference point, seeks India-specific star-rating framework

TVS iQube crosses 1 mn production milestone nearly six years after launch

TVS Motor rolled out the one-millionth iQube electric scooter from its Hosur plant as the company continued to strengthen its lead in India's electric two-wheeler market

Your next e-scooter may come with a BEE star rating for efficiency

BEE proposes voluntary one- to five-star labels for e2Ws based on energy efficiency

Bajaj Auto seeks dues from Maharashtra, explores new investment destination

Automaker seeks clearance of pending subsidies and incentives while evaluating Tamil Nadu and Karnataka for new EV and three-wheeler manufacturing facilities

EV share in total sales may hit 30% soon: BMW India CEO Hardeep Singh Brar

BMW India sees rising EV demand and growing sales from smaller cities as it expands its footprint and prepares for opportunities under the India-EU FTA

Tata Motors secures orders for over 3,400 electric commercial vehicles

Commercial vehicle major Tata Motors on Sunday said it has secured orders for over 3,400 electric commercial vehicles (eCV) across freight, logistics and passenger mobility segments. The orders comprising around 2,000 small commercial vehicles and pick-ups, 900 trucks, and 500 buses, cut across a diverse range of applications from e-commerce, logistics, FMCG and FMCD distribution, and intra-city mobility to demanding sectors like cement, steel, mining, and tarmac operations, alongside inter- and intra-city passenger transport. This wide-ranging deployment reflects growing customer confidence in electric mobility solutions in real-world conditions and signals a decisive shift from pilot programmes to scaled, operational integration of EVs across use cases, Tata Motors said. The company said over the past 12 months, it has significantly strengthened its electric commercial vehicle portfolio, introducing a new generation of eCVs tailored to varied duty cycles and operating conditions.

Indian passenger vehicle makers eye opportunity in UK's EV market via FTA

Domestic automakers Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles are looking to tap opportunities in the electric car segment in the UK, as India's free trade pact with the country will allow duty-free exports for specified price segments under a quota system. As per the India-UK CETA document, released last week, India will get access to the UK's electric, hybrid/hydrogen passenger cars segment, with duty-free exports to that country from the sixth year in the price segment ranging from under GBP 20,000 to 80,000, with the total quota reaching a peak of 88,000 units from the 15th year and continuing in the subsequent years. The free trade agreement (FTA) between the two countries, which is expected to help double two-way commerce to USD 100 billion by 2030, will come into force on July 15. "The India-UK FTA is a positive development that could create new opportunities for India-manufactured electric vehicles," M&M Ltd President, Automotive Business, ..

VinFast India ties up with Tata Capital for dealers' financing solutions

VinFast Auto India on Friday said it has partnered with Tata Capital to provide auto and inventory financing for its dealer network. The two partners have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the purpose. Under the partnership, VinFast's dealer partners will have access to financing solutions tailored to support working capital requirements, inventory management and network expansion, the company said in a statement. "This partnership will enable us to offer comprehensive financing solutions for our dealer network, thereby supporting greater accessibility, operational ease and long-term growth for the brand," VinFast Asia CEO Tapan Ghosh said. Tata Capital COO - SME Finance Narendra Kamath said, "Through our partnership with VinFast, we aim to empower dealers with tailored financing support that enables business growth and operational efficiency.

e2W makers ramp up capacity as dealers flag shortages of high-demand models

Electric two-wheeler makers are expanding capacity as rising demand and model-specific shortages lead to longer delivery timelines in several markets

Electric two-wheeler price hikes on anvil as PM E-Drive nears target

Electric two-wheeler makers prepare for the end of PM E-Drive incentives as subsidy allocations near exhaustion, raising the prospect of higher scooter prices