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JSW, Odisha govt tie up for Rs 40K cr integrated EV manufacturing facility

The JSW group on Saturday signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Odisha government for establishment of an Integrated Electric Vehicle (EV) and EV Battery manufacturing project at an investment of Rs 40,000 crore in the state. At Naraj in Cuttack district the JSW group will set up an EV vehicle, and component manufacturing plant, while at Paradip in Jagatsinghpur district, it will set up a copper smelter and lithium refinery. The project consists of a 50 GWH EV battery plant, EV, lithium refinery, copper smelter and related component manufacturing units. The MoU was signed two weeks after the state cabinet approved a special incentive package for the group's ambitious EV and component manufacturing projects at Naraj in Cuttack and Paradip in Jagatsinghpur district. Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said this day marks a great leap forward in the state's journey towards industrial excellence and sustainable development.. "Powered by the 5T ...

Kerala govt plans drive and charge infrastructure for electric vehicles

Pilot project to take shape in FY25; roads to have copper coils with receivers on vehicles

FAME II EV subsidies till March-end or until funds are available: Govt

Subsidies under the second phase of FAME Scheme will be eligible for e-vehicles sold till March 31, 2024 or till the time funds are available, whichever is earlier, the government said on Friday. To give a further push to clean mobility in the country, the Ministry of Heavy Industries has announced that the outlay of the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles in India (FAME-II) programme has been enhanced from Rs 10,000 crore to Rs 11,500 crore, an official statement said. The heavy industries ministry said in the statement that the second phase of its flagship scheme to promote adoption of EVs in India -- FAME II -- was "fund- and term-limited". "It is hereby informed that the scheme is fund and term limited scheme i.e. the subsidies for demand incentive will be eligible for e-2w, e-3w and e-4w sold till March 31, 2024 or till the time funds are available, whichever is earlier," it added. As per the revised outlay, electric two-wheelers, electric three-wheelers, an

After brisk start, electric vehicle penetration loses momentum in FY24

Electric two-wheelers, which were expected to lead the charge, are a case in point, especially after the government sharply cut back the subsidy given to manufacturers in the middle of last year

LG Energy plans to sell batteries to more electric scooter makers in India

LG Energy's India unit dominates the supply of battery cells to domestic e-scooter makers such as Softbank Group-backed Ola Electric and domestic rival TVS

Ola Electric considers bidding for mining rights of lithium blocks

Amid growing energy needs, India is trying to encourage electric vehicle production to cut greenhouse gas emissions and reduce reliance on fossil fuel imports

GFCL EV to invest Rs 6,000 crore in indigenous EV battery supply chain

Vivek Jain, chairman of INOXGFL Group, said the investment highlights its pivotal role in shaping the future of the EV and ESS battery industry

GFCL EV to invest Rs 6,000 crore in next 4-5 years to ramp up production

Gujarat Fluorochemicals arm GFCL EV Products on Wednesday announced an investment of Rs 6,000 crore for increasing production capacity of electric vehicle battery materials in the next 4-5 years. The company is poised to enter high-demand regions of the US, Europe and India, according to a statement. The company has already initiated long-term tie-ups with renowned global customers, underscoring the confidence in its capabilities and offerings, the statement said. "GFCL EV Products (GFCL EV), a 100 per cent subsidiary of Gujarat Fluorochemicals...announced investment of Rs 6,000 crore (out of which approx. Rs 650 crore is already invested till December 31, 2023) over the next 4-5 years," it stated. "GFL's visionary investment and unwavering commitment to innovation highlight our pivotal role in shaping the future of the EV and ESS (Energy Storage System) battery industry," Vivek Jain, Chairman of INOXGFL Group, said in the statement. The company's current product portfolio include

Toyota boosts spending on EV production in United States by $1.3 billion

Toyota has taken a more cautious approach to introducing fully electric vehicles than peers such as Volkswagen AG and General Motors Co

Snap-E Cabs raises $2.5 million, plans to add 300-400 EVs by FY24

Electric vehicle ride-hailing platform Snap-E Cabs on Monday said it has secured USD 2.5 million in a pre-series A round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The fresh funds will fuel talent acquisition, technology upgrades, new services and geographical expansion, officials said. It will enable Snap-E Cabs to add 300-400 EVs and expand to two-three new cities by the end of the current fiscal year, they said. Kolkata-based Snap-E Cabs, which was founded in 2022 by Mayank Bindal and Jaydip Mukherjee, aims to operate 1,500-2,000 EVs across five cities by the 2024-25 fiscal. At present, it operates 600 EVs in Kolkata. "India's ambitious EV goals can significantly impact global oil markets... and transition to sustainable development," Bindal said. Rahul Wagh, Managing Director of IPV, said: "Climate change is a global threat... and EVs are crucial for decarbonising transportation. This investment aligns with India's goal of 30 per cent electric vehicle penetration by 2030, he sa

Force Motors plans to invest around Rs 2,000 cr in 3-4 years: MD Firodia

Automaker Force Motors plans to invest around Rs 2,000 crore in the next three to four years on various activities including sustainability drive and electric vehicle development, according to the company's Managing Director Prasan Firodia. The company, which sells a range of commercial and utility vehicles, is looking to bring electric versions of its vans' ranges step by step going forward. "At a company level we are looking at about Rs 2,000 crore investment over the next three to four years," Firodia told PTI in an interview. He was responding to a query on the company's overall investment plans. "The investment will be across conventional engines, EVs, upgrading further engineering facilities, creating a more sustainable environment. It is across the board and across the value chain," Firodia added. The company, which showcased its Traveller Electric, Urbania Diesel, and Traveller CNG at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo, has embarked on an electrification drive, although it wi

Eicher enters small commercial vehicles segment, unveils 'EV-first' truck

The vehicle is scheduled for customer trials in April 2024, with a commercial rollout expected in the first quarter of 2025

Ashok Leyland hands over keys of Boss Electric truck to Billion E-Mobility

Hinduja Group flagship company Ashok Leyland has commenced delivery of its intermediate and heavy duty electric trucks to its customers, the company said. The keys of 14T Boss Electric Truck were handed over to Billion E-Mobility at the inaugural edition of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 in New Delhi, the company said. "Ashok Leyland is proud to deliver the first fully electric vehicle to our customer today. The Boss 4T Electric Truck was showcased in the Auto Expo last year. Today, delivering this road-ready product marks a significant milestone in our journey toward sustainable and efficient transportation," said company Managing Director and CEO Shenu Agarwal in a statement on Saturday. "As we stand on the cusp of a new era, these vehicles represent our firm commitment to lead the transition to green mobility offering advanced technologies focused at meeting the evolving needs of the Indian and global markets," Agarwal said. At the Bharat Mobility Global Expo which is ...

BMW eyes India's emerging electric car mkt with focus on affluent consumers

BMW, which introduced battery-powered vehicles in India last year, currently sells five electrified models, the most among all carmakers

Tesla ordered to pay $1.5 mn over alleged hazardous waste violations

A California judge on Friday ordered Tesla Inc. to pay USD 1.5 million as part of a settlement of a civil case alleging the company mishandled hazardous waste at its car service centers, energy centers and a factory, multiple county district attorneys announced. The complaint filed in San Joaquin County alleged illegal disposal of hazardous waste and violation of laws involving storage and management of the waste, according to statements from several of 25 district attorneys offices in California involved in the case. Tesla did not immediately respond to an Associated Press email seeking comment. The district attorneys' statements said Tesla cooperated with the investigation and acted to improve compliance with laws that were brought to its attention by the prosecutors. Electric vehicles play a role in environmental betterment, yet it's imperative to recognize that their production and maintenance yield detrimental waste," said San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas. Tesl

PLI will be among biggest sources of funds for EV biz next yr: Tata Motors

Balaji said that PLI benefits would range from 13 to 18 per cent of revenue for vehicles that are approved by the government for PLI

More people choosing lower EV variants, 'range anxiety' improves: TaMo

People realising they are going to use electric cars in the city, says a senior executive

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

Budget 2024: What did FM Nirmala Sitharaman say on green mobility and EV

The Centre proposes mandatory blending of natural gas for transport, building a strong electric vehicle ecosystem and encouraging entrepreneurship among youth in the Interim budget 2024 speech

Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024: Venue, dates, tickets details here

The expo is poised to draw attendees from domestic stakeholders and international participants across 47 countries. Here is everything you need to know about India's global mobility expo