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SUN Mobility and SmartE associateedit
Budget backs Electric Vehicles, but no sops announcededit
The decision to increase the import duty on battery cells for electric vehicles may seem to go against the Centre’s stated policy of ‘Make in India’, but analysts say that it will create an ecosystem for the EV industry.
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FAME II budget outlay around Rs 10,000 crore, Cabinet nod likely this weekedit
The government of India is planning an eight-fold increase in the allocation of funds for the second phase of FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid &) Electric Vehicles) India scheme. This will translate to the second phase of the scheme allocating around Rs 10,000 crore for a period of three years, starting April 2019. This translates to around Rs 3,300 crore for each year from the earlier Rs 795 crore for two years between 2015 to 2017 (under FAME I).
An Eye For An Eyeedit
In their respective journeys spanning over seven decades, Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra – two of India’s biggest and strongest home-grown automobile companies – have often found themselves staring at each other in the face.
Adopted by Ahmedabad, ‘Battery-Swapping’ Could Revolutionize India’s E-Bus Sceneedit
The future of public transport in India is here. Ahmedabad is on the verge of rolling out air-conditioned, electric buses, named ‘Circuit-S,’ manufactured by Ashok Leyland. These e-buses have a unique ‘battery swap’ technology developed alongside SUN Mobility, a Bengaluru-based start-up.
Ambition: The new norm for India’s EV revolutionedit
India is at the threshold of a clean mobility revolution. A revolution that will result in cleaner air, cheaper and more accessible modes of transport, financial security due to freedom from fluctuating oil prices, and a boost to prosperity thanks to the creation of new jobs.
Union Budget 2019: Live coverage with experts’ commentsedit
Today’s interim budget is going to be a very crucial for the Modi-led NDA government as it comes just before the Lok Sabha Elections. It is equally important for the industry and the auto industry is also keenly looking at the budget to have some announcements that can spur demand by way of providing liquidity in the market.
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Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission Proposes EV Charging Tariffedit
To help the electric vehicle (EV) sector grow in Uttar Pradesh, the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) has proposed tariffs for EV charging stations in the state. The proposal is up for comments up to March 6, 2019. The UPERC will hold a public hearing to discuss the matter on March 7, 2019.
Union Cabinet set to clear Rs 10,000 crore electric vehicle schemeedit
The much-awaited faster adoption and manufacturing of (hybrid) electric vehicles (FAME) II scheme may be soon a reality, as the Union Cabinet is likely to clear a Rs 10,000-crore plan on this respect Thursday.
Delhi EV policy: Government allocates Rs 100 crore to state electric vehicle fund for 2019-20edit
Moving ahead with implementing its e-vehicle policy, the Delhi government announced Rs 100 crore for a state electric vehicle fund in its 2019-20 budget, presented in the assembly on Tuesday. Presenting the budget, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia proposed an outlay of Rs 1,807 crore for implementation of various schemes, programmes and projects of the transport department in 2019-20.
Delhi govt allocates Rs 100 crore for electric vehicle fund in 2019-20 budgetedit
Moving ahead with implementing its e-vehicle policy, the Delhi government announced Rs 100 crore for a state electric vehicle fund in its 2019-20 budget, presented in the assembly on Tuesday. Presenting the budget, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia proposed an outlay of Rs 1,807 crore for implementation of various schemes, programmes and projects of the transport department in 2019-20.
Tamil Nadu to unveil E-car infrastructure policyedit
Tamil Nadu is gearing up to unveil its electric vehicle policy which could bring in a change even in the development regulations on installing electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the buildings and public charging stations (PCS).
Kerala Gets 5 New Electric Buses Promising A 300 Km Range On A Single Chargeedit
After several other cities have seen electric buses plying on their roads, courtesy of their respective state transport authorities, Kerala now has a number of electric buses in its state transport fleet all thanks to KSRTC – Kerala State Road Transport Corporation.
For fleet operators, EVs still have miles to goedit
Most fleet operators in India are unwilling to pay a premium of more than 20% for an electric variant of a vehicle compared to the cost of one running on an internal combustion engine, according to a survey conducted by Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.
Book slot to recharge your e-vehicle using NDMC appedit
Cars of Indian brands will easily be charged at newly installed 25 e-vehicle charging stations in Lutyens’ Delhi. “Cars of Indian brands such as Mahindra and Tata, which have already introduced a range of electric cars in markets, will have no problem at these stations. These stations will have direct current chargers which will take less time in comparison to alternating current (AC) charger to get the vehicle fully charged,” said NDMC chairperson Naresh Kumar.
Taxis and buses in focus under revamped scheme for electric vehiclesedit
Keen to curb oil imports and regulate fossil fuel emissions, the Centre has firmed up a plan to increase the subsidy on electric vehicles (EVs) manifold, with a greater focus on taxis and buses used for public transport. As the Cabinet is likely to approve a Rs 10,000-crore package for 4-5 years under the second phase of the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid & Electric Vehicles (FAME-2) scheme, up to 18% of the price of the electric taxis will be borne by the government compared with under 10% now.
What’s keeping the BMTC from inducting electric buses?edit
It was back in 2014 that the state-run Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) had announced its five-year plan to phase out all diesel buses, and induct CNG and electric buses. Cut to today — five years later — the BMTC still has around 6,500 diesel buses across the city. What is keeping the transport body from going green?
We want to make India number 1 in EVs, says PM Modiedit
What will be a feel good factor for the lovers of electric vehicles in India, prime minister Narendra Modi on Friday said “We want to make India number one in electric vehicles.” He made this statement while addressing the Economic Times Global Business Summit here. However, he did not declare any timeline to it.
India needs to do more to facilitate shift to electric vehicle: Tesla co-founder at ET GBSedit
The Indian government needs to do more to expedite the process of movement to electric cars from gasoline cars, feels the founder of Tesla. “We should try to move away from gasoline cars as fast as possible. But the Indian government needs to do more (to facilitate transition towards electric cars),” Martin Eberhard, founder and original chairman & CEO, Tesla.
How energy storage is becoming mainstream for Indiaedit
In the last few years, India has been making huge strides in transitioning to renewable energy, and is today, one of the top 10 countries in the world utilising solar power. However, there is still potential that remains untapped, and to make renewable energy a successful source to answer all power needs, it is important to have a means to store the surplus power generated.
Lithium-air batteries may power future cars, houses: Studyedit
Lithium-air batteries, which run on ambient oxygen, maybe a sustainable and environment-friendly way to store energy and power electric vehicles, houses, and industries of the future, scientists say. Current lithium-ion battery technology will probably not be able to handle the coming decades’ huge demand for energy.
ETAuto EVC: ‘Look Beyond Subsidy for EVs, Build Scale Instead’edit
The government is working to create an enabling environment for electric mobility, said Anil Srivastava, principal advisor at government think-tank Niti Aayog. Speaking at the second edition of ETAuto Electric Vehicle Conclave in the national capital on Wednesday, Srivastava said that while he cannot commit on the incentive policy for subsidising electric vehicles (EVs), all possible support will be extended to increase their adoption.
EV Charging Stations In India Are More Important Than Introducing New Electric Vehiclesedit
EV charging station networks in India seem to be more important than introducing more electric vehicles in the country. India’s push towards electric mobility has grown at a rapid pace, with both the government and major automotive brands joining hands to ensure a cleaner solution for transportation in the future.
Here is a woman entrepreneur all set to launch E-trucksedit
Croyance Automotive, a Gujarat-based auto startup, gearing up to launch its first electric intermediary commercial vehicle (ICV) by October this year, a company official told ETAuto. The company, started in 2015, will launch two variants- Electro 1.tonne and Electro 2.tonne, majorly to tap the requirements of e-commerce industries.
FAME-II may disappoint electric two-wheeler manufacturers with lower salesedit
The government’s much-awaited incentive scheme for electric vehicles under the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of hybrid and electric vehicles or FAME II is likely to be a deterrent for electric two wheelers.
Growth slowdown: Two-wheeler companies, dealers struggle to liquidate stock; inventories rise by 4 weeksedit
Even as dealers of two-wheeler manufacturers struggle to attract buyers to their showrooms, they are desperately seeking an extension of credit days to pay for the rising inventory.
ETAuto EVC: Experts pitch for coexistence of EV battery chemistryedit
To make electric vehicle a success in India, a panel of eminent EV industryleaders, at ETAuto EV Conclave, pitched for a roadmap that should promote the coexistence of different battery chemistries.
20 e-buses to ease Kolkata’s emission burdenedit
More than a century after trams were electrified in Kolkata, making it one of only a handful cities across the world with an environment-friendly mode of transport, the first set of electric buses hit the roads on Wednesday.
ETAuto EVC: Indian EV shift needs infrastructure pushedit
ETAuto EVC: Indian EV shift needs infrastructure push
As vehicle electrification has started gaining traction, it opens new mobility avenues for India to tap into. At present, electric vehicles represent a magnitude of growth never seen before and India is all set to position itself as a leader of the EV marketplace.
How shared electric mobility can benefit Indiaedit
It took close to 60 years for the number of registered vehicles in India to grow from 0.3 million in 1951 to 105 million in 2008. But it took only six years from 2009 to 2015 to add another 105 million vehicles on the road.
PM Narendra Modi Pushes Green Mobility in India: Electric Train, Buses and EV Policy for Carsedit
According to a study from the World Health Organization, 9 out of every 10 people in the world breathe air that contains high levels of pollutants and kills 7 million people each year.
Future Cars Could be Powered by Lithium-Air Batteries: Studyedit
Lithium-air batteries, which run on ambient oxygen, may just be a sustainable and environment-friendly way to store energy and power electric vehicles, houses, and industries of the future, scientists say.
Once bitten, cash-strapped BMTC still not shy to experiment with e-busesedit
The BMTC seems to have learnt nothing from its past. Ten years ago, it had suffered heavy loss after buying Tata Marcopolo diesel buses without ascertaining their performance. But the utility is now planning to purchase expensive electric buses which are a new concept.
India to push for CNG, LNG cars till electric vehicles become affordableedit
India is preparing for a major thrust on the development and use of vehicles that run on compressed natural gas (CNG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) in yet another effort to curb rising levels of vehicular pollution in its cities.
No Road Tax, Registration Cost, Free Charging and more for Electric Cars, Hybrids! More on FAME 2edit
The second phase of the FAME 2 scheme that is expected to drive the government’s mission to have 25% per cent of all vehicles sold in 2030 to be electric. The second phase of the Faster Adoption and Manufacture of Electric Vehicles is expected to launch around this month and have a total outlay of Rs 5,500 crore spanning over the next five year.
Expensive lithium-ion batteries put the brakes on India’s EV plansedit
In the absence of a policy, which is still in the drawing board, it is highly unlikely that the share of electric cars and two-wheelers here will rise to government’s targeted 30 per cent of total vehicle sales in 2030 from less than 1 per cent now.
Government plans Rs 50,000 rebate on electric vehiclesedit
At present, electric vehicles cost 2-2.5 times more than their standard variants. There are also concerns about the overall infrastructure available for operating such vehicles and the kilometers they are going to churn out after every charge.
Government may consider approval of Rs 5,500 crore for FAME-II scheme to boost clean mobilityedit
The Union Cabinet is likely to consider approval of the second phase of FAME India scheme this month to boost clean mobility, with an outlay of Rs 5,500 crore spanning five years, officials said. The scheme in its second phase will offer a bouquet of incentives, such as exemption from paying road tax, registration fee and parking charges for various categories of electric and strong hybrid vehicles.
India proposes more than $12 billion of pollution-reducing incentivesedit
India has proposed incentives worth 885 billion rupees ($12.4 billion) to encourage power plants to install equipment to curb emissions and to develop infrastructure for electric vehicles(EVs), a government statement said on Friday. The bulk of the money, 835 billion rupees, would be aimed at curbing sulphur emissions from power plants, with the rest devoted to development of EV infrastructure in 70 cities over five years ending 2025, the statement said.
BMTC cancels tender to lease 80 e-buses, to lose central subsidyedit
Your wait for electric buses is set to get longer. The Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) board meeting on Saturday decided to cancel the earlier tender to lease e-buses. The cash-strapped corporation will now float a new tender to purchase 80 e-buses costing Rs 1.5-Rs 2 crore each.
Demand to fix auto fares based on the fuel they useedit
With the launch of the Ernakulam Auto Rickshaw Drivers Co-operative Society (EARDCS) in Kochi on Sunday, there is an increasing demand for revising existing auto fares. As more electric and CNG-operated rickshaw join the fleet, there arises a need to fix the rate based on the price of fuels on which they operate. “Now, autorickshaws charge a minimum fare of Rs 25/km. The fare is fixed after taking into account the price of diesel. CNG and electric autos can be operated charging much lesser fares,” said a source associated with EARDCS, adding that electric autorickshaws would be able to offer lesser rates than CNG-operated vehicles.
Bescom to add 22 electric vehicles to its fleetedit
In a bid to promote growth of electric mobility in the city, Bescom has issued tenders for 22 electric vehicles for the department on a monthly rental basis. According to Bescom officials, this will bring the total number of e-vehicles being used by the department to 27. The internal combustion engine vehicles currently in use are being phased out and the new electric vehicles will be added to the existing fleet of five e-vehicles by the first week of April, they added.
Hybrids, not full electric vehicles, get attention of carmakers in Indiaedit
Even as the central government has chosen to back only purely electric vehicles (EVs) to reduce dependence on fossil fuel and cut emissions, hybrids or self-charging EVs are slowly gaining ground in India, albeit in a small way. The trend is expected to gain momentum as global vehicle makers here, particularly from Japan, ride on hybrids to meet the more stringent fuel efficiency norms that take effect in 2022.
Govt issues new guidelines; wants charging stations for electric vehicles every 25 kmedit
The government has issued a set of guidelines to set up charging stations for electric vehicles across the country, outlining ways to build such fuelling points every 25 km, an official statement said Friday. According to the Union Housing an Urban Affairs Ministry, the government expects 25 percent of the total vehicles on roads will be electric vehicles by 2030, necessitating to erect robust electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the country.
Centre to BMTC: Issue e-bus supply order by February 28 or lose subsidyedit
The Centre on Wednesday issued an ultimatum to the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) to issue supply order to the bidder to induct electric buses in the city by February 28, failing which it will miss out on the Rs 74.8-crore subsidy sanctioned for the initiative.
Supportive framework for EV transition “imperative”: ICRAedit
Rating agency ICRA Thursday said a supportive framework for electric vehicle transition was imperative and a clear roadmap on faster adoption on hybrid and electric vehicles would help auto-component indusry to firm up investment plans. According to the agency’s report ‘Indian Auto Component Industry, the Way Forward’, incentives for taking up research and development investments and a supportive framework for electric vehicle transition was “imperative”.
Transport sector can become all electric-driven by 2030: EV expertedit
Electric vehicles are the future and with the help of innovative approaches, Indias transport sector can become all electric-driven by the year 2030, an EV expert and professor of IIT Madras has said. Professor Ashok Jhunjhunwala at a lecture in the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta on Tuesday suggested innovative alternative solutions for electric vehicle technology adoption and called for the application of Internet of Things (IoT) to get the maximum out of batteries.
Policy on energy storage will help bring in investments: AES Executivesedit
India must set out a clear policy around energy storage, much like what it has done for renewable energy, for investments to start coming into what could be at least a $15 billionmarket, top executives of US-based AES Corporation and Fluence Energy said. A stable policy that spells out targets for adding storage capacity will help the localisation of technology where India can emerge as a supplier for South Asia, they said.
Heavy industries ministry says FAME-II not yet finalised, but focus on public transport, R&D creationedit
The rollout of electric vehicles’ subsidy scheme, FAME-II, is unlikely to happen by February, as the Department of Heavy Industries (DHI) informed the Parliament that the second phase of the scheme is “yet to be finalised”.
Share of clean energy can go up to 45% by 2030 in India despite doubling consumption: TERIedit
India has the potential to increase its share of non-fossil fuel (zero carbon) sources of energy in the country’s total electricity supply mix from 35% in 2018 to 45% by 2030 despite doubling of its consumption in over next 10 years, said the environment and energy think-tank TERI in its technical reports on overall renewable energy scenario.
Easier loans for electric vehicles likely soonedit
Getting loans from banks for buying electric vehicles is likely to get easier as the government has decided to take measures to facilitate lending by banks for all varieties of these vehicles including e-rickshaws and e-autos.
Electric mobility: PMO steps up efforts to expand charging ecosystemedit
Slowly but steadily, the electric vehicles’ industry is receiving support from the government which it had been demanding, with Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) stepping up efforts to bring clarity in the ecosystem.
All the Cities in India With Electric Bus Service – Lucknow, Hyderabad, Sabarimala, Delhi and Moreedit
According to a study from the World Health Organization, 9 out of every 10 people in the world breathe air that contains high levels of pollutants and kills 7 million people each year. Vehicular pollution has been a major source of air pollution and efforts are being made on a global scale to reduce the vehicular pollution as much as we can in the shortest possible time span. Electric vehicles are one such way to tackle the rising pollution level.
Indian Oil: Oil is not enoughedit
Every morning, Sanjiv Singh starts his day with a cup of green tea and a 10 km walk, followed by a quick breakfast. The Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) chairman doesn’t let anything come between him and his exercise regimen because that is what prepares him for a demanding day at work.
BS-VI upgradation for two refineries to cost Rs 5,000 cr: MK Surana, HPCLedit
Electric vehicles may replace a little bit of the additional demand but oil is going to continue. Also, it is yet to be seen how comfortable people are having to stop every 200 kms to charge the vehicles, MK Surana, CMD, HPCL, tells ET Now.
World of the new vehicle and the many hiccups on the wayedit
Last week, Mint carried an article about Intel Corp.’s plans to use India as a test-bed for creating algorithms to promote automated driving. These algorithms, when refined over time with ever greater amounts of correctly labelled data, will supposedly take over the functions of controlling and driving a machine so that the functions are performed by electronics instead of humans.
India looks at South America’s Lithium Triangle to fulfil its increasing clean energy demandsedit
Ahead of high levels visits to and from ‘Lithium Triangle’ in South America — comprising Chile, Argentina and Bolivia, delegation from Khanij Bidesh India Ltd., (KABIL) consortium of three PSU companies including : National Aluminum Company (NALCO), Hindustan Copper (HCL) and Mineral Exploration Corp Ltd., (MECL) visited these countries recently. India is in the process of setting up large lithium-ion battery plants, the Lithium Triangle countries have offered to meet India’s growing demand.
Why India lags behind in electric vehicle revolutionedit
On January 30, 2019, the Government of India reduced the customs duty on Electric Vehicles (EVs) that are imported in completely knocked down or semi knocked down state from 15-30% to 10-15%. This, the Centre hopes, will make it more attractive to ship greener vehicles into the country than those run on fossil fuels, and also encourage companies to assemble EVs in India.
Yet to induct e-vehicles, BMTC may miss Centre’s Rs 75 crore subsidy busedit
With the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) yet to decide whether to induct electric buses on lease or purchase model, it’s likely to lose out on the Centre’s subsidy amounting to Rs 74.8 crore. While the deadline for Phase 1 of the FAME India (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles in India) scheme, initiated by the department of heavy industry (DHI), will expire on March 31, 2019, BMTC’s move to induct 80 e-buses has been delayed after transport minister DC Thammanna insisted they be purchased and not leased.
Karnataka Budget 2019: Bengaluru To Get 10 EV Charging Stationsedit
The Karnataka budget 2019 has proposed setting up of electric vehicles (EV) charging stations across 10 metro stations in the city, as part of the state government’s comprehensive mobility scheme.
PMO okays ministries’ EV promotion measuresedit
The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has given its go-ahead to at least a dozen measures proposed by a committee of secretaries to help achieve a 15% share of electric vehicles (EVs) in total vehicle sales in the next five years. The government will, however, not formulate a separate comprehensive policy on electric mobility, as was being discussed earlier, said officials.“This will hasten rollout of respective decisions,” a senior government official told ET on condition of anonymity.
Delhi to get fast-charging e-vehicle stations by next monthedit
The government is setting up infrastructure for charging electric vehicles (EVs) in some busy areas of the Capital where cars can be recharged for as low as Rs 30 for a 15-minute top-up. “We will set up fast-charging stations in public parking spaces and high-visibility areas. When people see chargers at various locations, it takes care of the range anxiety issues,” Saurabh Kumar, managing director, Energy Efficiency Services (EESL), told ET.
Andhra Pradesh to deploy 10 lakh electric vehicles and 1 lakh charging station by 2024edit
After Delhi and Kerala, Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday rolled out its electric vehicle policy. The Chandrababu Naidu-led government aims to have 10 lakh electric vehicles across all segments and 1 lakhs charging station in the next five years.
ARAI developing technology to transform existing 3W into EVedit
Seeing the colossal size of Indian auto industry, Rashmi Hemant Urdhwareshe, Director of Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) said that the government’s target of achieving 30 per cent electrification of the entire fleet by 2030 seems difficult. India currently sells close to 25 million vehicles with large share held by two-wheelers.
These shady ‘charging points’ fuel e-rickshaws in Walled Cityedit
The ubiquitous e-rickshaws in the Walled City are powered by a multitude of ‘charging points’, wherein rules are blurred and enforcement is lax. At a dusty ground of a house near Brahmpuri, electric rickshaws scud in quick succession even as drivers jostle for electric sockets to charge their vehicles. This is the scene at one of the over 10 unauthorized ‘charging points,’ where drivers dole out Rs 80 for a night-long charging facility. The same service costs Rs 10 per hour during daytime.
Boon for Kochi metro commuters as e-autos begin feeder serviceedit
A fleet of 16 non-polluting, easy-on-pocket e-autos hit the city roads on Wednesday. The fleet, managed by the Ernakulam Auto Rickshaw Drivers Cooperative Society, will facilitate neighbourhood travel by Kochi metro commuters along specified routes. The service will be available at Aluva, Kalamassery, Edappally, Kaloor, M.G. Road and Maharaja’s College stations.
Andhra Pradesh To Have 10 Lakh EVs By 2024; Amaravati To Stop Registrations Of ICE Carsedit
The government of Andhra Pradesh today announced its new electric mobility policy, at the ongoing Andhra Pradesh Energy Innovation Summit 2019. According to the roadmap set out by the state government, the new policy will attract a combined investment of over ₹ 30,000 crore and about 60,000 jobs. Furthermore, the government has approved an R&D grant of ₹ 500 crore for EVs.
Ambitious plan to reduce dependence on fossil fuelsedit
Encouraged by an increasing number of nations switching to solar energy in a big way, the International Solar Alliance (ISA) has set an ambitious target to mobilise investments to the tune of over US $ 1,000 billion by 2030.
Climate Group EV100 initiative gets 31 companiesedit
Around 31 leading firms worldwide with a combined revenue of US $500 billion have extended their support to the non-profit organisation The Climate Group’s EV 100 initiative to stimulate the electrification of transport, organisation said in its latest report.
Emission levels rising faster in Indian cities than in Chinaedit
Urbanisation is accelerating greenhouse gas emissions from vehicles in India at a faster than in China. On an average, an Indian emitted about 20 kg per capita while commuting for work, with the highest (140 kg CO2) in Gurugram district (Haryana) and the lowest (1.8 kg CO2) in Shrawasti district (Uttar Pradesh), says a study that analysed the link between population density and emissions from transport, across India’s districts.
Electric Vehicles (EVs): The Future of Transport Technologyedit
The automobile industry has evolved in the past several years with the push to manufacture low-emission vehicles. And the most important evolution is Electric vehicles (EVs). EVs manufacturing is gaining momentum across the globe and India is one of the prominent markets.
Government to buy 6,000 new buses, says housing secretaryedit
Tamil Nadu housing and urban development secretary S Krishnan on Monday said the state would buy 6,000 new buses including electric vehicles for public transportation including in Chennai.
RTC’s electric buses soon to hit the roadsedit
The RTC’s electric buses are all set to hit the roads in a couple of days, after issues regarding charging stations and routes were cleared. The AC electric buses would be on par with Metro luxury buses, with fares between Rs 55 and Rs 280.
Auto Industry Reacts Positively to Interim Budgetedit
The interim budget 2019 may not have reeled out big bang announcements for the automotive industry to get them overly excited, but was just about enough to make the fraternity feel that the budget was a pro-people budget.
Seeking a booster in e-vehiclesedit
At a time when e-vehicles are making a significant impact, Finance Minister Thomas Isaac’s announcement of 50 per cent deduction on registration charges for electric vehicles has been widely welcomed. However, not without apprehensions.
FAME 2 for Electric Vehicles could be out by March 2019: Crucial to electric mobility in Indiaedit
It should come as no surprise that the Indian Electric Car market is still at a very nascent stage, even with the FAME 1 policy in place, car manufacturers are finding it hard to arrive at a convincing enough price point to validate any interest in the private car market.
Despite cheaper parts Electric Vehicles could get expensive: Here’s how!edit
Pre-Budget reductions on the duties imposed on Completely Knocked Down Electric Vehicles and their components paired with a reaffirmation of the Government’s commitment to electric vehicles during the Finance Ministers Budget address rang positivity through the Industry.
Electric Vehicle 2030 challenge: Manufacturers seek immediate action planedit
Electric vehicle manufacturers on Friday said the government should come up with a concrete action plan and its time-bound implementation if the country aspires to become a leader in transport revolution through electric vehicles (EVs).
Budget 2019 Automotive Industry reactions: Electric Cars, vehicle sharing and moreedit
The 2019 Budget has been announced, and while the automotive industry was not mention directly, Finance minister Piyush Goyal did reaffirm the government’s commitment towards Electric Vehicles and their mission for 30% electric mobility by 2030 saying that it was crucial for India to embrace electric mobility in order to overcome India’s reliance on imported fossil fuels and gas, and greatly boost sustainable energy in India.
Convert old vehicles into EVs is the answer to check pollutionedit
The Supreme Court recently banned plying of 15-year-old petrol and 10-year-old diesel vehicles in the National Capital Region (NCR) to check “very critical” level of pollution, upholding the earlier verdict of National Green Tribunal.
E-buses first in Thiruvananthapuramedit
The state capital will become the first city in the country to have environment-friendly public transportation. As part of its effort to cut down pollution and promote electric vehicles, the state government has decided to use only e-buses for city transportation.
Opinion: FAME-II should incentivise EV usage instead of subsiding asset purchasesedit
As the government is finalising the incentive structure for FAME-II, the first edition of FAME provides some vital learnings. FAME-I was focused on increasing demand for lower emission vehicles by subsidising the upfront costs, with little budgeted towards setting up of charging infrastructure
Budget 2019: Here’s what different sectors are expecting with regards to GSTedit
Interim finance minister Piyush Goyal today present Narendra Modi government’s sixth and final Budget, which will be an interim one, keeping up with established tradition.
Nation’s first fleet of FAME electric buses to run in Hyderabadedit
Hyderabad will be the first city in the country to run electric buses that have been sourced under the central government’s FAME India scheme.
Budget 2019: SIAM Welcomes Government’s Cut On Import Duty For Electric Vehicle Componentsedit
The Society For Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has welcomed the central government’s move to lower the import duty on CKD and SKD of electric vehicle components.
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Tesla Co-Founder Says More Efforts Need To Be Made To Bring In EV Culture In Indiaedit
Over the past couple of years, Indian government has been rolling out several incentives to push the citizens of the country towards the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). The incentives come in the form of subsidies to the buyers and the EV producers alike, in addition to several other perks over IC engine vehicles, like no road tax, which is expected to be put in place with the second phase of the FAME scheme.
Mahindra enters shared mobility space with Glydedit
Traffic choked cities have added inordinate delays to the woes of office goers. Seeing an opportunity there, Mahindra & Mahindra, India’s largest electric car player, decided to enter the shared mobility space with the Glyd App that delivers personalised transportation needs through electric vehicles that allow you to use your commuting time more productively.
Electric vehicle sector needs initial seeding to take off: Naveen Munjaledit
With high cost of batteries, complete transition from internal combustion engine to electric vehicle is a huge concern for India.”Battery technology is very expensive and if we wait for the battery cost to come down, we will miss the bus. The sector needs government’s push to a certain level and not for life long,” says Naveen Munjal, Chief Executive Officer, Hero Electric.
Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles May Be Complementing Technology in India’s Future Mobility: Reportedit
Supply-side constraints may prove to be an obstacle in battery-driven electric vehicles becoming the only technology for future mobility in India and hydrogen-powered fuel cell EVs could become a complementing technology in future, according to a study by KPMG.
Fuel cell electric vehicles may be complementing tech in India’s future mobility: Reportedit
Supply-side constraints may prove to be an obstacle in battery-driven electric vehicles becoming the only technology for future mobility in India and hydrogen-powered fuel cell EVs could become a complementing technology in future, according to a study by KPMG. In a report titled ‘Automotive fuel: Racing towards a multipolar world’, KPMG said battery electric vehicles (BEV) technology is currently far ahead in market maturity and is expected to be the obvious choice in a value conscious market like India to kick-start the shift towards cleaner fuel.
Toyota looking at self-charging EVs as future of mobility in Indiaedit
Toyota Kirloskar Motor, the Indian subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation, is banking on self-charging electric vehicles to meet the demand for cleaner vehicular emissions in the future. Considered worldwide as one of the early starters for such a technology, Toyota has been working on technologies like hybrids for several years.
Maruti Suzuki WagonR EV ready for 2020 launch: Check expected price, other featuresedit
Maruti Suzuki’s all-electric WagonR EV, which is said to be launched in India by next year, is likely to come under the price tag of Rs 7 lakh. This will include the subsidies proposed for all electric and hybrid vehicles under the FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric) scheme, said an AutoCar report.
Piaggio to drive in fully electric 3-wheeler in India by mid-2019edit
Italian two and three-wheeler maker Piaggio Vehicles aims to launch a fully electric three-wheeler in India by the middle of this year, a top company official said on Wednesday.
Will This Be Tata Motors’ First EV for Personal Buyers in India?edit
With the 2019 Geneva Motor Show round the corner, carmakers across the globe are gearing up to show the world the technologies and models that they have been working on.
Daimler Will Bring EVs in India When Market Conditions are Suitable: Top Officialedit
German commercial vehicle maker Daimler would bring in electric vehicles to India when the market conditions were suitable, a top official said. “I think you know Daimler is working on electrification of its vehicles across the world. We will bring this technology to India, when we think suitable to do so,” company CEO and managing director, Satyakam Arya said here.
Coming soon: Tata Motors to sell electric cars with of 200-250 km rangeedit
Taking a step forward in the electric vehicle space, Tata Motors plans to deliver higher range of electric vehicles to the tune of 200-250 km in the next two years. Speaking to the media, Shailesh Chandra, president, electric mobility business and corporate strategy, Tata Motors, said: “While the optimum range today for mid-sized car like Tigor is 140-150 km, our future plans are to deliver higher range products of 200-250 km, which will be showcased in Geneva Motor show this year.”
Magenta Power & Mahindra Susten collaborate for solar-based EV charging infrastructureedit
Magenta Power has emerged as a prominent name in terms of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure with a few ‘firsts in India’ to its name. It was the first manufacturer to launch a solar-powered EV charging station in India last year. And now, Magenta has teamed up with Mahindra Susten to take its progress in solar-based energy solutions forward.
EV startup Ampere Vehicles to turn profitable this year, says CEOedit
Ampere Vehicles, a Coimbatore-based electric-vehicle startup, is targeting an operating profit in the ongoing fiscal year with expected revenue of Rs 60 crore, founder and chief executive Hemalatha Annamalai said. The company that manufactures electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers will also be soon debuting in the industrial segment.
Zoomcar to focus on subscriptions and electric mobility in 2019: CEOedit
The Indian self-drive and car rental industry has come a long way since American duo David Back & Greg Moran founded Zoomcar in Bengaluru in 2012. As the self-drive service enters its sixth year in operation, it aims to bring 20,000 new car subscribers and touch 20 million unique self-driving user mark by the end of this year on the back of their subscription service, Zap, and other diversification strategies in the micro-mobility segment.
EVI Technologies plans to set up 20,000 EV charging stationsedit
Electric vehicle charging infrastructure provider EVI Technologies plans to invest around Rs 100 crore in the next one and a half years to set up 20,000 charging stations across the country, a senior company official said. The firm, incubated at the Electropreneur Park funded by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has also tied up with BSES Rajdhani Power Ltd to set up around 3,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Delhi.
Guenter Butschek says environment & safety need to be top priority for automobile industryedit
At a recent event in Mumbai, Guenter Butschek, global CEO, Tata Motors, spoke to his audience about mobility solutions and how the auto industry is at a crossroads. While he says that India is the hub of start up culture, which he found extremely encouraging, Butschek suggests that engineers in the coming years will have to face a whole new set of challenges; with environment and safety being at the forefront.
Pune Deploys 25 Electric Buses For 7 Routes Across The City With Same Fares As For The Ordinary Onesedit
Pune has become the latest Indian city to join the growing list of regions in the country having a fleet of electric vehicles in their public transport system. This, all thanks to the 25 new electric buses which have recently been deployed by the Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited (PMPML).
We Installed EV Chargers In Our Office And Here’s How They Power Our Travel Needs Nowedit
Transportation has been making a shift to a battery powered future across the world. India is no different, with the Indian government having set a goal for 2030 to have 30 percent of the vehicle fleet run on an electric drivetrain. Following the suit, we decided to embrace the changing times and lo and behold! We installed EV charging stations in Times Internet Limited office campus.
Volvo wants to lead the electric vehicles race in Indiaedit
Having been on the fringes of the Indian luxury car market, Swedish luxury carmaker Volvo Car India wants to lead the way in the electrified vehicle portfolio in the country ahead of its German rivals. Volvo, which has already finalised plans to locally assemble plug-in hybrid vehicles, is now considering local assembly of electric vehicles in the country.
Tata Motors to export electric buses after winning tenders in 6 statesedit
Tata Motors aims to export its newly launched electric buses to SAARC countries after winning supply tenders by six state transport undertakings in India. “We have made a huge investment in the development and design of our electric buses, which is an indigenous product and conforms to our ‘Made in India’ commitment,” Rohit Srivastava, Tata Motors vice president and head (buses), told Business Standard in Lucknow.
Bajaj Auto’s electric vehicle brand Urbanite to debut in 6-9 monthsedit
Urbanite, Bajaj Auto’s new electric vehicle brand, will be available in showrooms in the first half of next fiscal (H1 FY20), thus marking the Pune-based company’s electric vehicle foray.
Hero Electric Promotes Electric Vehicles And Tempts Petrol Two-Wheeler Owners With Exclusive Discountsedit
Two wheelers have been on the forefront of India’s electric vehicle (EV) revolution. However, there are still crores of petrol guzzling ones hitting the roads every single year, as per two-wheeler maker Hero’s estimate.
Mahindra and Uber line up emission-free connectivity planedit
Mahindra Electric, the country’s leading electric vehicle maker, is close to finalising partnerships with multiple city municipal corporations in alliance with Uber, and a pilot project will be announced this month, Mahindra and Mahindra managing director Pawan Goenka said.
EVs will get more efficient: Mahindra Electric CEO Mahesh Babuedit
Mahindra Electric Mobility Ltd vehicles completed 100 million e-kilometres in mid-January. Mahesh Babu, CEO, Mahindra Electric, speaks about the present and future of electric cars in India.
Schaeffler plans local unit for EV tech solutionsedit
Hoping to ride India’s push for cleaner e-mobility via electric vehicles, German auto component major Schaeffler Group is considering setting up a local engineering unit in India to cater to the growing need from the domestic players to localise technology.
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A drop in demand for fossil-fuel cars has hurt the world’s biggest EV makeredit
China’s electric car giant BYD is the country’s top-selling electric vehicle manufacturer—its sales in China doubled last year. And last month it sold close to 29,000 (pdf) electric vehicles, a nearly 300% increase from a year before. But its profit numbers aren’t so pretty. BYD reported that net profit for 2018 dropped 31.4% to 2.8 billion yuan ($417 million) from a year earlier, according to preliminary numbers it announced late Wednesday (Feb. 26).
How to prepare your fleet for the switch to electric vehiclesedit
By the time you replace the fleet cars purchased in 2018, electric vehicles may be the default choice for many drivers. It’s vital to start planning for that transition now. In some markets, EVs are already more cost-effective to operate than conventional vehicles. And over the next three years, a combination of congestion or pollution charges, SMR savings and a strengthen of used EV residual values is likely to increase their cost benefit over conventional vehicles.
Volvo’s First All-Electric Vehicle Will compete With Tesla’s Model 3edit
Volvo now has its own Tesla competitor, the Polestar 2. The electric vehicle was unveiled Wednesday and will directly compete with Tesla’s Model 3. Polestar is an electric car brand that was spun off from Volvo in 2017. The company announced late last year to make the Polestar 1, its plug-in hybrid sports car, available in the United States toward the end of 2019.
In Beijing, You Have to Win a License Lottery to Buy a New Caredit
It’s not the half-million-yuan price tag keeping Beijing resident Sandra Zhao from buying her dream car, a BMW X4 SUV. It’s the license plate she needs to have a conventional gasoline car. She’s been in a lottery pool for five years, competing with more than 3 million fellow residents for one of the plates. The complicated bimonthly drawing awards about one plate for every 2,000 applications.
Dyson Has Big Electric Car Plans. But Unlike Tesla, the Road Doesn’t Go Through Chinaedit
Tesla and Dyson, two soon-to-be-competitors in the crowded electric vehicle market, are breaking ground in Asia—literally. In a muddy riverside field on the outskirts of Shanghai workers, journalists, and government officials turned out in the rain last month to witness the ground breaking of Tesla’s first overseas factory.
Chinese R&D firm readies innovative turbine-recharging EV techedit
Chinese automotive R&D company Techrules says it is approaching production readiness for its ground-breaking Turbine-Recharging Electric Vehicle (TREV) system which was showcased in the Ren supercar at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show. The TREV system is an all-new patent-protected series hybrid powertrain technology comprising a turbine-generator. TREV combines extensive experience of aviation and electric vehicle technologies with several patented technical innovations, delivering unprecedented levels of efficiency and performance, and ultra-low environmental impact especially with the use of renewable fuels.
No One Else Built Charging Stations, So Automakers Will Do Itedit
Just a few years ago, automakers had a largely uniform response to questions about the construction of refueling stations for electric vehicles: “Not my job.” Today, they’re starting to realize that no one else is going to build stations at the scale needed to stimulate sales of battery-powered cars, so they’ll have to do it themselves. “Charging infrastructure is a bottleneck,” says Andreas Tschiesner, head of the European automotive practice at McKinsey & Co. Carmakers are “ready to get the ball rolling because nothing is happening on its own.”
Electric vehicles: UK government steps up collaboration effortsedit
The UK government is carrying out a scoping study to identify opportunities for future collaboration with India on Electric Mobility with a strong focus on state/city led initiatives that could accelerate scaling-up of the electric mobility market in India. To explore potential areas of partnership with India on electric mobility, a UK delegation of international experts will engage with stakeholders in Bengaluru, Vijayawada and Chennai from February 25 to March 1.
Hydrogen Cars Struggle To Compete With Electric Vehiclesedit
The electrification of most industrialized societies has taken off in a big way. In the EU and China government support such as regulations and subsidies are pushing automakers towards alternative technologies which don’t utilize fossil fuels as a source of energy. Also, in North America, despite Trump’s support for the fossil fuel industry, carmakers are embarking on the path of electrification with Elon Musk’s Tesla being one of the frontrunners. Virtually all big auto brands have several EV models planned for the coming years. Hydrogen, however, is not part of the hype.
Can Oil Reinvent Itself? Shell’s Power Push Divides Investorsedit
When a few hundred Royal Dutch Shell Plc shareholders piled into a Methodist church in Westminster for their 2018 annual meeting, they got a lot more than the usual free sandwiches and PowerPoint slides.When a few hundred Royal Dutch Shell Plc shareholders piled into a Methodist church in Westminster for their 2018 annual meeting, they got a lot more than the usual free sandwiches and PowerPoint slides.
China Electric Vehicle Sales Jump 175%, Up To 4.8% Of Auto Market In January!edit
Traditionally, January, along with February, are the two slowest months in the Chinese plug-in vehicle market, but tradition is not what it used to be. Even with disruption hitting the Chinese automotive market (the mainstream market was down 18% last month), plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) sales were up an amazing 175% year over year (YoY), to some 96,000 registrations.
Electric Cars Are About To Absolutely Demolish Gasmobilesedit
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China’s drive to dominate the electric car industryedit
There is perhaps nothing more emblematic of the American century than the automobile. Assembly lines rolled out millions of Fords, Chryslers, Chevys and Buicks and made Motor City-Detroit, Michigan-the capital of the global car industry. But in the race to dominate the auto industry of the 21st century, it is China vying for the pole position. It’s Chinese auto-makers building the smart cars of tomorrow. And the energy fueling them is electric.
Japan wants to boost the use of electric vehicles as a power source during natural disastersedit
Japan, a country which frequently suffers natural calamities such as tsunamis, typhoons, and earthquakes—which can often paralyze energy supplies—is looking to further harness the power of batteries used in electric vehicles (EVs) during such disasters, local media reported (paywall) yesterday (Feb.20)
N.J. businesses, investors want jump-start for plug-in vehiclesedit
New Jersey needs to adopt a wide-ranging bill that would electrify the transportation sector, a critical step to achieving significant reductions in greenhouse-gas emissions, according to a dozen businesses and investors.
Electric vehicle adoption charging aheadedit
If the state of Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption in Singapore could be summed up in one word, that word would – until recently – have been “lacking”. According to Land Transport Authority data, in 2016, there were only 12 EVs on Singapore roads. One factor that contributed to the poor adoption rate was the lack of infrastructure. In 2016, the country had 100 EV charging points.
Volvo reuses bus batteries for solar storageedit
As solar installations ramp up and electric vehicles have been on the market for a few years, automakers are starting to look for ways to get more life out of old electric-car batteries, repurposing them for stationary storage. And if you’re going to use vehicle old batteries for storage, you might as well use big ones.
Adoption of EVs will be determined by policies to reduce CO2: S&P Global Ratingsedit
How quickly zero-emission electric vehicles are adopted globally will be determined by the level of government support for policies that reduce carbon dioxide emissions to combat climate change and enhance energy security, S&P Global Ratings said in a report released Thursday.
Amazon’s Rivian Deal Bolsters Tesla Rival; Expect Commercial EVsedit
Amazon’s large investment in fledgling electric truck and SUV developer Rivian will position it as a strong Tesla rival and likely push the automaker into the commercial vehicle business. That’s the conclusion of two reports issued this week by analysts at the research arm of the Morgan Stanley & Co. investment bank following a $700 million round of funding in startup Rivian earlier this month led by Amazon.
In Ten Years, 30% of Cars Will Be Electric, Says SoftWheel Vice Presidentedit
When automotives started to appear in the 19th century, electric vehicles were prevalent, but today they constitute only 1% of cars on the market, according to Tali Miller Levin, vice president of corporate development at Tel Aviv-headquartered SoftWheel Ltd.
Europe’s first lithium mine looks to automakers for investmentedit
Lithium Australia continues R&D on spodumene refiningedit
The lithium processing company said its 100%-owned LieNA process is designed “to overcome the shortfalls inherent in conventional ‘conversion’ processes that recover lithium from spodumene”. The process replaces thermal conversion of spodumene with conversion at a lower temperature using caustic soda.
Nissan launches WA’s first “EV ready” dealershipedit
Mandurah Nissan has become the first showroom in the state to be accredited by the dealership as an electric vehicle dealership. Premier Mark McGowan and Nissan Australia managing director Stephen Lester were on hand for the dealership’s reopening after a significant redevelopment ahead of the Leaf electric car’s arrival later this year.
Do EV charging trends signify the end of the fuel station as we know it?edit
The growing fleet of EVs on our roads requires a reimagining of the fuelling infrastructure. Many new business models are being explored and trialled, and new players have stepped into the fray. Energy companies, automakers and governments are figuring out how they fit into the picture, either by forming partnerships or going it alone.
2019 BC Budget Maintains EV rebates, Adds Chargersedit
As part of British Columbia’s ongoing efforts to continue to be one of Canada’s leaders in environmental protection, BC promised in its 2019 budget announcement recently to increase the zero-emissions (ZEV) standard, a facet of which requires all new cars to be zero-emission vehicles by 2040, 30 per cent by 2030 and 10 per cent by 2025.
Evolving EVs demand a passive safety rethinkedit
It is hard to understate the weight of electric vehicle (EV) batteries. Take the 85 kWh pack used in the Tesla Model S, which weighs in at around 540kg (1200lbs) – that’s slightly heavier than the average fully grown Kodiak grizzly bear.
Siemens to Supply Motors for Eviation’s All-Electric Airplanesedit
Electric aviation just received a big vote of confidence from one of the world’s largest engineering companies. Israeli startup Eviation Aircraft and Siemens announced yesterday they will jointly develop propulsion systems for the Alice, Eviation’s nine-passenger all-electric regional commuter plane.
Enertopia CEO: EVs Are Driving Lithium Market Growthedit
In the interview below, McAllister addressed the recent positive assay results from Enertopia’s Clayton Valley project and provided insight into the company’s next steps. He also outlined the role that demand for electric vehicles (EVs) has played in the growth of the lithium market.
Canadian company to pursue lithium exploration in Myanmaredit
AsiaBaseMetals Inc announced its entry into the Myanmar mining sector last week. The Canada-based miner will focus on mining lithium and has already obtained the necessary documents that will enable it to submit investment proposals to the Myanmar Investment Commission.
Lithium Australia’s LieNA spodumene-to-lithium conversion process advancing at ANSTOedit
Lithium Australia NL has highlighted the step change its wholly-owned LieNA process represents in spodumene refining as it improves resource utilisation and reagent regeneration potential. The company confirmed today it believed LieNA research and development warranted further investment and it had begun the next stage of its evolution at an Australia’s Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) facility.
Electric cars lone bright spot in China auto industryedit
ELECTRIC cars are holding their own in China, the world’s biggest auto market, even as the industry has seen a slump in overall sales for seven straight months. Deliveries of new-energy passenger vehicles, which include pure-battery, plug-in hybrids and fuel-cell cars, more than doubled to 85,000 units in January, fuelled by a rush before the government scales back subsidies for the zero- and low-emission automobiles by 2020.
Will there be an electric vehicle calamity in ten years?edit
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Car demand will collapse as people move to cities. $100 billion was written off the stock value of car companies recently. The US economy is on a sugar rush from a trillion-dollar borrowing boost at the top of the cycle.
Saudi-backed Lucid Motors spells out vision for the future of electric carsedit
For Lucid, one thing is clear: The US electric-vehicle company aims to build the “best car in the world.” It certainly faces a lot of competition in that regard, given the raft of startups specializing in electric cars that have emerged in recent years, and Elon Musk’s Tesla being streets ahead in the mass-production race.
Seals developed for e-mobility help electric cars compete with gas vehiclesedit
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has launched the HiSpin PDR RT and HiSpin HS40, two seals specifically developed for e-mobility applications. Engineered to operate at high velocity, they make a significant step in overcoming issues related to sealing at high rotary speeds that limit electric cars being able to meet the ultimate goal of traveling the same distance as a gasoline vehicle on one charge.
Creating the UK’s first smart-charging market for electric vehicle driversedit
Ian Cameron, Head of Innovation at UK Power Networks, said smart charging is about promoting choice for consumers and offering incentives to change their charging patterns.
Volvo Trucks Delivers its First All-Electric Vehiclesedit
On Tuesday, Volvo Trucks delivered its first all-electric vehicles: a refuse truck to waste and recycling company Renova, and a distribution truck to logistics company DB Schenker and partner haulier TGM, operating in Sweden.
Facilities Services Buys Electric Vehicles Through Alternative Fuel Programedit
Through an innovative program intended to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions on campus, Facilities Services recently purchased eight new electric vehicles—two that replace gas-combustion vehicles and six that are new to the facilities pool.
MnDOT: State should have 194k more electric vehicles in a decadeedit
Minnesota transit officials have a bold new goal for electric vehicles in the state: electrify 20 percent of all cars, SUVs and light-duty trucks in a decade. An effort to tackle climate change and move away from fossil fuels, the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s proposal, released last week, calls for a 3,200 percent increase in the amount of electric vehicles by 2030.
Poland to open electric vehicle factory, build tailor-made caredit
A joint venture set up by Poland’s state-owned energy companies will foot most of the bill for the project, with the ultimate aim of developing a home-grown electric vehicle.
Electric Cars Are China Auto Industry’s Lone Bright Spotedit
Electric cars are holding their own in China, the world’s biggest auto market where the industry has seen a slump in overall sales for seven straight months. Deliveries of new-energy passenger vehicles, which include pure-battery, plug-in hybrids and fuel-cell cars, more than doubled to 82,000 units in January, fueled by a rush before the government scales back subsidies for the zero- and low-emission automobiles by 2020.
Lithium-air batteries may power future cars, houses: Studyedit
Lithium-air batteries, which run on ambient oxygen, may be a sustainable and environment-friendly way to store energy and power electric vehicles, houses, and industries of the future, scientists say. Current lithium ion battery technology will probably not be able to handle the coming decades’ huge demand for energy. It is estimated that by 2050, electricity will make up 50 per cent of the world’s energy mix.
China buys one out of every two electric vehicles sold globallyedit
China’s overall car sales might be declining—but electric vehicle sales nearly doubled from the year before to cross one million for the first time. In 2018, China’s electric vehicle (EV) sales, which include battery vehicles and plug-in hybrids, reached 1.2 million. That’s more than half the electric vehicles sold worldwide in the same period, according to data released last week by Germany’s nonprofit Centre for Solar Energy and Hydrogen Research Baden-Württemberg (ZSW).
Porsche is still planning for 20,000 Taycan electric cars – but says it is being conservativeedit
Porsche has been rumored to be planning to significantly increase the production of the Taycan, its first all-electric vehicle. But it now sounds like they are still aiming for 20,000 units the first year – though they think it’s conservative.
Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi’s VC arm invests in EV charging and service solutions companyedit
Alliance Ventures, the strategic venture capital arm of Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi announced a new investment in PowerShare, an electric vehicle (EV) charging platform startup based in China. PowerShare provides an online platform that connects EV drivers, charge point operators and power suppliers to streamline the charging experience. It offers a cloud-based system, enabling suppliers to monitor the demand from vehicles with the supply capacity of the grid and drivers to find available charging stations. Earlier this year, British energy major BP had invested in PowerShare its VC arm.
Will there be a market for the coming explosion of electric cars?edit
Electric vehicles still make up only a tiny fraction of total car sales. But in 2017, the industry reached a new milestone, selling more than 1 million cars. In 2018, sales may have more than doubled. By 2022, according to a recent report from Deloitte, electric cars will reach a tipping point: owning an electric vehicle will be as cheap as owning one that runs on fossil fuels, and sales will grow much more quickly.
Is This The Tipping Point For Electric Vehicles?edit
A new report by McKinsey forecasts a rapid switch from gas guzzlers to electric vehicles on the world’s roads will be boosted by the plummeting costs of owning a battery powered vehicle. The consulting firm’s 2019 Global Energy Perspective report foresees a two-thirds drop in the cost of EV battery packs by 2030. The tipping point at which EVs will be cheaper to own than internal combustion engine-powered vehicles is forecast to be reached in the early 2020s:
The Dream Is Over — Europe Is Waking Up To A World Of Electric Carsedit
These days, the first batches of thousands of Tesla’s Model 3 is arriving on European soil. This is undoubtedly of profound significance, since this is probably the most anticipated vehicle of any kind for decades. Even for a small country like Denmark, this marks the beginning of a new era, even if most folks might choose other brands. But those other brands really have to get in the game now if they don’t want to be left in the dust.
Germany to extend electric company car tax incentivesedit
German Finance Minister Olaf Scholz plans to extend tax incentives for electric company cars, he told a newspaper on Saturday, the government’s latest attempt to boost demand for clean vehicles. Germany is trying to increase electric car sales in the wake of a diesel emissions cheating scandal that has engulfed its auto industry in the last three years.
Amazon leads $700mn investment in electric truck startupedit
US online retail giant Amazon is leading a $700-million funding round for electric truck startup Rivian Automotive, Rivian has said. The latest funds will help produce its first all-electric vehicles — the R1T pickup truck and the seven-seat R1S SUV, which were revealed in the November Los Angeles Auto Show, Xinhua news agency reported.
Canadian Electric Vehicle Maker Surges 220% – and the Rally Is Still Goingedit
A tiny Canadian company with a mission to bring in the biggest disruption to the auto industry since Ford Motor Co’s Model T, has started grabbing investor attention. Vancouver-based ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Co. is building a fully electric three-wheeler, meant for solo driving and aimed at commuters and for last-mile delivery runs.
Electric car sector crying out for fast-charging sites, industry body saysedit
Infrastructure Australia has proposed a national rollout of fast-charging sites for electric cars as one of its most pressing investment priorities over the next 15 years. Under the proposal, fast-charging sites would be established along the national highway network for use by truck companies and private drivers as part of efforts to boost the amount of fuel-efficient cars on the road.
France’s Macron unveils plan to give electric battery industry a joltedit
France will invest 700 million euros ($790 million) over the next five years into projects to boost the European electric car battery industry and reduce its carmakers’ reliance on dominant Asian rivals, President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday.
Porsche’s Charging Network Now Expands to 12 Countries and 49,000 Stationsedit
It’s always striking to me how much fewer electric vehicles I see when I leave major cities. The problem always seems to come down to an infrastructure one: EVs are more common in places where there are ample charging spots, and not so much elsewhere. Yet even when I’ve had a plug-in test car in Austin, the infrastructure to charge it seems barely adequate even in a major city.
China’s Electric Vehicles Could Outrun Those In The U.S., Japan And Germanyedit
When the U.S. auto industry fell into the red during the Great Recession, it was thought that it would find its niche in the electric vehicle market and specifically the making of electric batteries. American automakers have long since recovered. But a new threat is now emerging: China is setting its sights on becoming the epicenter of environmentally-friendly cars.
Honda reveals first interior image of new all-electric urban caredit
Honda keeps gradually releasing more details about its upcoming new urban electric car to launch later this year and now it released the first interior image. Two years ago, Honda unveiled a retro-looking urban EV concept and said that it will bring a version of the car to market by 2020.
Electric cars are already cheaper to own and run, says studyedit
Electric cars are already cheaper to own and run than petrol or diesel alternatives in five European countries analysed in new research. The study examined the purchase, fuel and tax costs of Europe’s bestselling car, the VW golf, in its battery electric, hybrid, petrol and diesel versions. Over four years, the pure electric version was the cheapest in all places – UK, Germany, France, Netherlands and Norway – owing to a combination of lower taxes, fuel costs and subsidies on the purchase price.
Electric car production racing ahead of car buyers’ desiresedit
Car makers could be looking down the barrel of massive oversupply of electric vehicles in the market. According to a new report from Deloitte, a “significant expectation gap” is growing between the production ramp-up of electric vehicles by the world’s major car makers, and the actual serious sales prospects for those vehicles.
Toyota produces shameful anti-electric vehicle ad to sell Corolla hybridedit
Toyota, which has a long history of being against all-electric vehicles, has produced another shameful anti-electric vehicle ad to sell its new Corolla hybrid. The Japanese automaker has long been a proponent of hybrid and fuel cell vehicles, but it has shunned all-electric vehicles and focused on ‘electrified’ by 2025.
Bet Everything on Electric: Inside Volkswagen’s Radical Strategy Shiftedit
Volkswagen has staked its future, to the tune of 80 billion euros ($91 billion), on being able to profitably mass-produce electric vehicles – a feat no carmaker has come close to achieving. If Volkswagen realises its ambition of becoming the global leader in electric cars, it will be thanks to a radical and risky bet born out of the biggest calamity in its history.
Tesla’s electric vehicle dominance is about to have ‘serious competition,’ Morgan Stanley saysedit
Tesla’s domination of the electric vehicle market is “unsustainable” and will soon be disrupted by start-up Rivian, Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas said Monday. Jonas, whose thoughts on electric autos are widely followed on Wall Street, expects Rivian will be “the next serious competition from a ‘clean sheet’ start-up with access to talent & capital focused on the fastest growing segments of pickup trucks & SUVs.” He estimates that Tesla makes about 80 percent of the U.S. EV market, capturing as much as 90 percent of U.S. electric vehicle revenues.
The Reality About Chinese Electric Cars Could Surprise Youedit
China is the world’s biggest market for electric cars. As the Chinese government continues to push for more EVS, its influence on the global vehicle market can’t be overstated. And yet, we as Americans have very little understanding of how the Chinese EV market works.
Sri Lankan Engineer Creates Electric Conversion Kits For Auto Rickshaws, Wins $10,000 From UNedit
Global warming, air pollution and other such environmental anomalies are not news to many around the world. Yet, it is seldom that anyone takes the responsibility of tackling these issues on their own. Sasiranga De Silva, a 33-year-old engineer from Sri Lanka is one such personality, and his efforts have most recently been recognised by none other than the United Nations itself.
A Long-Lasting Sustainable Battery Could Be Around the Corneredit
Imagine a world where you never need to worry about finding somewhere to charge your phone’s battery? The utopian dream of a long-lasting and sustainable battery might just be around the corner.
We’re losing power in the race for electric carsedit
The blue clouds of diesel fumes that once hung over Shenzhen, a buzzing metropolis next to Hong Kong, have lifted thanks to a fleet of electric buses. Cars, taxis and lorries are all following suit, switching from fossil fuel to battery power.
Kia study reveals fleets ready for EV tipping pointedit
The Fleet Green Perspectives Report interviewed 150 fleet managers, asking questions including whether there had been an increase in interest for electric vehicles and what the possible hurdles might be.
Electric Cars Really Do Hate the Winter, Says AAA Studyedit
Not too hot and definitely not too cold–that’s when electric car batteries work best. “Batteries are like humans,” Anna Stefanopoulou, director of the University of Michigan’s Energy Institute told Wired: they do best at temperatures between 40°F and 115°F.
Hyundai bets on car-sharing to promote its EVsedit
GM is going ‘all-electric,’ but it doesn’t expect to make money off battery-powered cars until early next decadeedit
General Motors does not expect its electric vehicles to turn a profit for at least a few more years, CEO Mary Barra told investors Wednesday. The largest U.S. automaker repeated its commitment Wednesday to make its entire vehicle lineup “all-electric,” but provided investors with few details about those plans on a conference call after GM reported fourth-quarter earnings that beat expectations.
E-Mobility Leaders: The Industry’s Future Depends on Policy and User Experienceedit
Electric vehicle sales increased across key global markets last year. In the United States, EV sales increased by 81 percent compared to 2018. Yet policymakers, automakers and technology companies are still working on the right mix of policies to keep momentum moving forward for e-mobility.
Owners Of Electric Cars In US Left Stranded As Range Of Their Cars Drops Sharply In Extreme Coldedit
The United States of America has been in the middle of a cold snap due to the recent polar vortex. With below zero temperatures being experienced in almost half of the US, an interesting analogy has come into picture involving electric vehicles (EVs) but no, it is not a desirable one.
Home›Transportation›Lyft Is Adding Hundreds Of Electric Vehicles To Its Fleet As It Tries To Go Completely Carbon Neutral Lyft is adding hundreds of electric vehicles to its fleet as it tries to go completely carbon neutraledit
Lyft drivers will soon be able to use more electric vehicles through the company’s Express Drive rental program, it announced Wednesday. The program will begin in Seattle and Atlanta, chief operating officer Jon McNeill said in an interview with Business Insider on Tuesday, and is in response to demand from both drivers and riders alike for lower emissions vehicles.
Electric vehicles: Advantages of the future of transportationedit
The surge of electric and hybrid vehicles has made it evident that most automobile manufacturers around the world are taking the prospect of an all-electric future seriously. Launches like Nissan’s Leaf as well as collaborations like Porsche offering free recharge for their Taycan customers are encouraging people to opt for electric vehicles.
Electric Car Sales In UK Doubled In January 2019: PHEVs Disappointedit
In January, the overall plug-in electric market in the UK increased by 8.5% to 3,602 new registrations at a market share of over 2.2%. Total registrations decreased by 1.6% to 161,013. The single-digit growth was basically the result of a superb increase of all-electric cars, by 110% – the highest growth rate for several years, while the plug-in hybrids drag the plug-in segment down.
Slow EV Growth In Europe Endingedit
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China’s CATL, Honda plan to co-operate on EV battery developmentedit
Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd and Honda Motor have signed an agreement to co-operate on jointly developing lithium ion batteries for electric vehicles, as China’s top EV battery maker expands its tie-ups with Japanese automakers.
China is winning the electric vehicle raceedit
Demand for electric vehicles in China is soaring. Nearly 1.3 million new energy vehicles (plug-in electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids) were sold there last year – a 62% rise on 2017.
Putting Electric Vehicles on the Fast Trackedit
Three years ago, the world’s largest car manufacturer made global headlines for deliberately evading emissions standards. The Volkswagen Group spiraled into an unmitigated public relations crisis—now known as Dieselgate—once it became apparent that the company installed “defeat devices” in 11 million vehicles between 2009 and 2015.
Tesla to buy battery tech maker Maxwell Technologies for $218 millionedit
Tesla has agreed to buy energy storage company Maxwell Technologies for $218 million in an all-stock deal that could help the electric car maker produce batteries that hold more energy and last longer at a time when it needs to cut costs and faces growing competition.
Winter Has Come for Electric Carsedit
The next time a polar vortex rips through the U.S., electric vehicle owners should be prepared to be frustrated if they don’t take special care of their battery-powered rides.
‘What about the plug?’ Australia’s electric car infrastructure stalled by policy paralysisedit
Last September, Sylvia Wilson became the second person in the country to drive around Australia in an electric car. The entire 20,396 kilometre trip took the 70-year-old 110 days in her Tesla S75 and cost just $150.90.
Are Automakers Overestimating EV Demand?edit
Electric cars were the stars of the Detroit Auto Show this year and they have been garnering a lot of attention from the media generally amid increasingly urgent talk about climate change and how the world is failing in the fight against it. Every self-respecting automaker has at least one EV in the pipeline.
Shell open to carmaker partners in EV charging expansionedit
Shell is open to partnerships with carmakers to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging beyond its petrol stations, one of the oil major’s executives said on Friday.
Electric Vehicles: The Roadmap for EVs by Country and Companyedit
The mounting environmental concerns, generous incentives by governments, innovation, consumer acceptance, increasing commitment by OEMs (original equipment manufacturer), and financial viability are collectively paving the road for electric vehicles (EVs).
NEVS, Koenigsegg team up to develop Electric Carsedit
The Chinese-backed company born from the remnants of bankrupt Swedish automaker Saab is investing 150 million euros ($171 million) in a venture with Swedish supercar brand Koenigsegg, in a move that could see them develop new electric models.
The electric car plan of every US automakeredit
American automakers are better known for making trucks that can move mountains, rugged SUVs and fire-breathing muscle cars than green cars that go easy on the rainforest. They’re warming up to the idea that they need to make more hybrid and electric vehicles in order to remain competitive – and on the right side of regulations.