Industry
Niti, Heavy Industries Min differ over levy on 2-wheelers to subsidise EVsedit
Differences have cropped up between the Heavy Industry Ministry and the NITI Aayog over a proposal by the think tank to levy a Feebate on two-wheelers to subsidise electric vehicles for promoting green mobility. According to sources, the ministry has flagged concerns to the Aayog over the introduction of a Feebate especially on a mass mode of transport like two-wheelers as it could not only lead to a hike in prices but also practical challenges associated with the collection of the tax once introduced.
Electric Vehicles: All Charged Upedit
The Delhi government took a big step on November 26 by announcing a major effort to boost the city’s shift to e-vehicles (EVs) by a projected 25 percent in the next five years. It has offered to give free permits for e-rickshaws, provide charging or swapping stations at three-km distances, and waive registration fees on new cars that will bring down purchase costs by six to eight percent.
Delhi North body to set up e-charging points and bicycle standsedit
As part of its measures to control pollution in the capital, the North Corporation will set up e-charging points for electric vehicles at over 50 locations and 25 bicycle stands near campus areas. These charging points will be at its zonal headquarters in Karol Bagh, Civil Lines, Paharganj, Narela and Rohini.
E-mobility needed for sustainable transportedit
Most Indian cities not only experience increasing traffic congestion, but also are confronted with severe air pollution, which is a matter of concern for all people living in urban areas. In order to address the problem of air pollution, the government, in 2013, promoted the National Electric Mobility Mission Plan (NEMMP), 2020 for achieving national fuel security by promoting hybrid and electric vehicles. The target was to introduce 4 lakh passenger battery electric cars (BEVs) by 2020, thereby saving 120 million barrels of oil and 4 million tons of carbon dioxide.
Competition
Kia Developing India-specific Electric Vehicle; Expected To Launch By 2022edit
Kia Motors, which is set to enter the Indian market next year, has confirmed that it is developing an India-specific EV platform. It is likely to underpin the first EV for the country which is expected to be a plug-in hybrid. The carmaker has not yet confirmed whether it will be an all-new platform or a derivative of existing ones. But, we expect it to be a derivative of the SP concept, since the compact SUV space is one of the fastest growing segments in the country. This step will also help Hyundai, Kia’s sister company, to have an electrified version of the next-gen Creta, which will share its platform with the SP concept.
International
Hero Electric is Eyeing Global Market for E-scootersedit
Hero Electric is planning to expand in the international market with its four e-scooter models – Flash, NYX, Optima and Photon. The company is looking at expanding its business by exporting the models in Asia and Africa regions. However, Naveen Munjal, Managing Director, Hero Electric, said that the company’s focus would be more on the domestic market and the overseas shipments would be just a fraction of the total units produced.
This Electric Four Wheel Scooter Might Be The Best Bet For Car And Bike Lovers Alikeedit
After several decades of sticking to the conventional designs, barring minor changes, scooters have finally started to take new and exciting formats. The shift can mostly be accredited to design concepts by the auto majors. And the results speak for themselves, considering Yamaha’s Tricity, Nikken and other such concepts that use three wheels on a single scooter.
Chile drives electric vehicle rollout in Latin Americaedit
A massive cargo ship docked in the Chilean port of San Antonio at the end of November, carrying it its belly the first 100 electric buses from China that Chileans hope will revolutionize their public transport system. Chile’s ambitious plan to face down its capital Santiago’s notorious smog problem includes the rollout of electric scooters, cars and taxis, as well as lorries for use in the mining industry.