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Aimed at reducing carbon emissions, the Tamil Nadu government recently kicked off an initiative to run 500 electric buses in three cities —Chennai, Madurai & Coimbatore.edit
Globally, battery-swapping ventures have failed miserably in the past, but the technology is making a comeback now. As India aims to run its two-wheelers on electricity, battery-swapping majors smell an opportunity. Still, they will have to first clear the cloud over financial viability and scale.
Piaggio to roll out electric Ape with Sun Mobility battery swapping tech this yearedit
Following up on comments on the development of its electric three-wheeler, which is expected to be introduced in the country in the last quarter of CY2019 (September-December), Graffi revealed that the company is in advanced stages and in fact has partnered Sun Mobility, the Bangalore-based innovative battery swapping company, to begin its green mobility programme.
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Delhi Govt Announces Pilot To Deploy 1K Electric Vehicles To Delivery Fleetsedit
‘Discover Electric Delhi’ pilot, under which up to 1K electric vehicles for delivery will be deployed in the city over the next one year. As part of this pilot, over 30 urban delivery companies will be transitioning to electric vehicles. Further, the working group of this pilot will include a mix of various industries including online delivery companies, vehicle aggregators, logistics firms, charge station providers, and power distributors.
To put electric mobility in fast lane, firms push for swappable batteriesedit
A host of new entrants, both domestic and foreign, are working on creating an ecosystem of swappable batteries aimed at drastically cutting the time needed for charging electric vehicles, thus enabling faster adoption of electric mobility in the country.
Delhi government, Rocky Mountain Institute launch electric vehicle pilot for freight transportedit
Delhi government and Rocky Mountain Institute have announced a pilot project for freight transport called Deliver Electric Delhi. Over 30 companies have participated in this last-mile urban delivery project with the goal of inducting up to 1,000 electric vehicles in the city under the pilot over the next 12 months.
A conference on Growth Through Smarter Manufacturing and Simulation Technologiesedit
Growth Through Smarter Manufacturing and Simulation Technologies is an annual conference hosted by Autocar Professional where industry leaders and domain experts discuss, debate about new trends and possible future developments in manufacturing and simulation technologies, and in the world of mobility at large. It is also a networking platform for industry professionals.
Auto industry seeks GST cuts from Budget 2019-20edit
The Indian auto industry, weighed down by weak market sentiment and regulatory issues, is seeking relief from the government in the form of reduction in goods and services tax (GST) on passenger vehicles (PVs) and two-wheelers in the 2019-20 Union Budget on July 5.
GST rate slashed to 12% on EV chargers; industry sees it as sentiment boosteredit
Union Minister of Finance Nirmala Sitharaman led goods and service tax (GST) council on Friday approved reduction GST on electric vehicle chargers to 12 percent from 18 percent earlier. However, no relief was given to the electric vehicle manufacturers as the proposal to reduce tax on EV still remains under consideration with GST committee.
Delhi Government and Rocky Mountain Institute working on urban mobility solutions for Capital cityedit
Delhi Government has partnered with Rocky Mountain Institute to organise Urban Mobility Lab where forty mobility solutions provider from across the country will participate to develop innovative passenger and freight mobility solutions for the capital city.
E-mobility for Future: All EVs on Roads Post 2030, Proposes NITI Aayogedit
The dialogue around e-mobility has been around for a while but the latest proposal by NITI Aayog has taken the discussion a notch ahead and honestly, looks a bit far-fetched. In a Cabinet note, the Indian government’s think tank has proposed the sale of only electric vehicles post 2030, seeking faster adoption of e-mobility.
Ola bats for battery swapping tech to boost adoption of EVs in Indiaedit
Ola Mobility Institute (OMI), a policy research and social innovation unit of ride-hailing platform Ola, pitches for battery swapping technology to “be actively treated as a promising solution to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in India, especially for the two- and three-wheeler segments”.
Strategic Analysis of the Indian EV & Hybrid Electric Vehicle Market, 2017-2030edit
The “Strategic Analysis of the Indian EV & Hybrid Electric Vehicle Market, 2017-2030” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. This study analyses various OEMs and Suppliers and their product strategy. It also estimates growth prospects and development of the charging network, and presents a funding analysis as well.
Piaggio to launch electric three-wheeler for India in December quarteredit
Piaggio Vehicles, the Indian arm of the Italian automaker, will invest at least Rs 200 crore in three years on product development, including the launch of a fully electric three-wheeler. Piaggio will start pilot production of the vehicle by September, said Diego Graffi, the company’s chief executive officer and managing director, in Mumbai.
Piaggio to invest ₹300 crore in three years in Indiaedit
Piaggio Vehicles will invest about ₹300 crore in next three years in India on product and technology development, which includes the key transition to the Bharat Stage VI (BS-VI) by the end of the year.
All Charged Up! An E-revolution is Upon Usedit
With the ever-rising population, increasing commute, and faster-paced lives, travelling long and short distances are more important now than it ever was. This increasing demand, supply and the environmental damage it causes is a key reason we are now amidst the Electric Vehicles (EV) revolution.
Piaggio to bring e-three-wheeler by third quarteredit
Piaggio Vehicles, the Indian arm of the Italian auto major Piaggio group, will invest Rs 200-300 crore over the next three years on product and technology development, including the launch of a fully electric three-wheeler in the December quarter.
Piaggio to invest up to Rs 300 crore; electric three-wheeler launch later this yearedit
Piaggio Vehicles, India’s second largest three-wheeler maker, will invest Rs 200-300 crore over three years on product and technology development, including the launch of a fully electric three-wheeler in the December quarter.
India’s Potential to Lead on Climate Change Helped by Entrepreneursedit
Entrepreneurs and businessmen have been India’s greatest asset since independence, not just as accelerators of economic growth but a key pillar of social leadership. As individuals with foresight and a mission-driven life, they have worked to create economic value and address social challenges.
Yamaha’s New Electric Scooter Has A Feature That Makes It Perfect For Indiaedit
Yamaha has been a big name in the two-wheeler industry since forever. But when it comes to those driven on electric motors, Yamaha does not have too much to offer. The company now aims to change that, with the debut of its new electric scooter – Yamaha EC-05.
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Government Going the Extra Mile to Boost Electric Vehiclesedit
The electric vehicles are on the rise globally for their clean and green approach. EVs are on the rise and automobile technology is embracing this shift with open arms. In India, the cost of electric vehicles is very high due to lack of infrastructure. So far India’s goals to push electric vehicles have remained on paper but government is pushing for the increase in EVs.
Cars to have colour-coded stickers based on fuel type: Road Ministryedit
This comes as a surprise but apparently has been long time in the making. The Road Transport and Highways Ministry on the directions of the Supreme Court, has asked all the states to issue hologram-based colour-coded stickers on vehicles indicating nature of fuel. Accordingly, light blue colour stickers will be assigned to petrol/CNG vehicles while orange sticker will be used for diesels.
EV push may leave no tanks to fill at CNG pumpsedit
The government’s plan to popularise electric vehicles (EVs) and phase out the sale of fossil fueldriven vehicles beginning 2023 can put at risk the planned investments of more than Rs 1.2 lakh crore in city gas distribution business, company executives said.
Electric vehicles road map: NITI Aayog extends deadline for auto companiesedit
The NITI Aayog is likely to extend the deadline of two weeks given to two- and three-wheeler manufacturers to come out with a comprehensive road map for rolling out only electric three-wheelers by 2023 and electric two-wheelers (up to 150cc) by 2025, people aware of the development said. If implemented, companies cannot sell conventional two- and three-wheelers beyond the mentioned timeline.
Going Green: Ekart to deliver on electric vehiclesedit
Ekart, the logistics arm of e-commerce marketplace Flipkart, said it will replace nearly 40% of its last-mile delivery fleet with electric vehicles (EVs) over the next nine months. The company is also setting up charging infrastructure at its hubs, and expects these initiatives to cut carbon emissions by over 50%.
Govt eyes strict emission rules to boost EVsedit
Unhappy over the auto industry’s resistance to mandatory sale of electric two- and three-wheelers from 2025, the government is looking at tougher measures, including making emission standards stringent, to discourage the production and purchase of vehicles that are fitted with internal combustion engines (ICE).
New fuel pumps should marry younger EVs for a longer lifeedit
What is it like asking to be born at a time when the world around is preparing to write your death certificate? Ask 78,500 petrol pumps the state oil firms are aiming to set up while the mandarins in New Delhi are planning to wipe out fossil fuel vehicles from the country’s roads.
Budget likely to charge up electric vehicle push with tax incentivesedit
With promotion of clean energy high on government agenda, the upcoming Budget is likely to incentivise manufacturing of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. This is also expected to drive foreign direct investment or FDI into the country.
Jagan wants RTC to run more electric vehiclesedit
The committee constituted to prepare modalities of merger of the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) met chief minister YS Jaganmohan Reddy on Wednesday before proceeding with a brain storming session.
Smart City plans face retender hurdleedit
With e-auto and e-rickshaw schemes running into a retender maze, Smart CityThiruvananthapuram (SCTL) officials are pinning their hopes on the third tender. SCTL was forced to go for a third tender process on two key projects of Smart City; e-auto and e-rickshaw (shared ride).
To Meet Future Demand For Trained Manpower, ITIs To Start Offering Courses On Electric Vehiclesedit
Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) of India will reportedly soon be teaching their students about electric vehicles through a new course that will focus on the repair, installation and assembly of these EVs. For initiation, the course will be taught in 5-10 ITIs for the next four months.
India wants to speed up its transition to electric vehicles – so fast that chaos is inevitableedit
Electric cars are the past as well as the future. They predated the internal combustion engine and competed with it in the early days of passenger vehicle production. Internal combustion engines won the battle once Henry Ford rolled out the affordable Model T, and it took a century for electric passenger cars to make a comeback.
Kotak: Merely 5% of Indian cars will be electric by 2030edit
Earlier this month, the Niti Aayog put forth a proposal stating that only electric vehicles (EVs) should be sold in India after 2030. Mandating the sale of only electric 2-wheelers by 2025 and banning the sales of conventional motorcycles up to 150cc has also been proposed. According to Kotak, inspite of the government’s push to promote electric mobility, only 5% of passenger vehicles are likely to be electric by 2030.
India’s first lithium refinery: Australian firm partners with Indian power coedit
Australian mining company Neometals has entered into a deal with Indian power conglomerate Manikaran Power to jointly fund a feasibility study to set up India’s first lithium refinery. The refinery, if established, would process ore from the Mount Marion mine in Western Australia to produce battery-grade material for electric cars.
Automobile sector situation likely to improve in next few quarters, says Jitendra Adhia of Atul Autoedit
The situation for the auto sector, which has been suffering due to a slowdown, is likely to improve in the next couple of quarters, said Jitendra Adhia, president – Finance at Atul Auto, adding that the second half of 2019 will be better for the industry.
Andhra Pradesh to Deploy 350 Electric Buses In Five Citiesedit
The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) has come up with a proposal to deploy 350 electric buses in five cities in the state. Overall, the project is likely to cost ₹7.64 billion (~$109.6 million) and will be initiated shortly with each bus expected to cost nearly ₹21.8 million ($312,841).
Shifting the goalpost nearer has confused automobile industryedit
Last week’s spat between the NITI Aayog and the automotive industry was most undesirable. The industry and the government came to loggerheads with the latter wanting to fast-forward the transition to complete electrification of the conventional IC engine drive for all two- and three-wheelers below 150cc by 2023 and 2025, respectively.
MP govt to bring e-vehicle policy soonedit
The Madhya Pradesh government will soon come up with e-vehicle policy in a bid to increase facilities for electric vehicles and bring down pollution levels, Urban Administration Minister Jaivardhan Singh said Tuesday.
Despite push, India has a lot of ground to cover on shift to electric carsedit
Imagine a time when the dependence on fossil fuel to power one’s scooter or car will become non-existent with electricity taking its place and the air that we breathe is much less toxic.
E-Mobility Alone Will Not Cut Down Urban Congestion and Emissionsedit
On June 21, NITI Aayog, Indian government’s premier think-tank, asked the two- and three-wheeler manufacturers to submit a concrete electric vehicle (EV) conversion plan within two weeks. While the move met with mixed responses, it is clear that the Union government is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that it keeps up with the electric-mobility revolution.
Why the government is pushing EVs to fight climate changeedit
India has been at the forefront of aligning its policies with its commitment to the Paris accord on climate change, signed in 2016. The accord aims to pursue efforts to limit the global temperature rise to 1.5ºC above pre-industrial levels.
20 Electric Buses In Srinagar Are Sitting Idle As There Are No Charging Stations To Charge Themedit
In its plan to use electric vehicles to cut down on vehicular emissions, the state transport corporation of Jammu and Kashmir missed out one crucial component of EV use. While the department was able to procure 20 electric buses from Tata Motors two months ago, the e-buses have are yet to be put into operation. Reason? There are no charging points for these.
Changing of 2-wheelers to electric is uncalled for, says TVSedit
Changing from conventional two-wheelers to 100 per cent electric is “not like Aadhaar, not a software and print cards” and such transition is completely uncalled for, according to TVS Motor Co and Bajaj Auto.
Electric vehicles up to 67% less emission intensive than conventional carsedit
A typical mid-size electric vehicle (EV) can generate up to 67 per cent lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions than a petrol-driven internal combustion engine (ICE) car on a well-to-wheel basis but the location in which they are driven is a crucial factor, according to consultancy firm Wood Mackenzie.
Budget 2019: Electric vehicles to get host of tax sopsedit
Union Budget 2019 India: The upcoming Budget may have a host of tax incentives for electric vehicles (EVs), in line with the government’s plan to advance the mandatory rollout schedule for these environmentally benign vehicles.
Auto stocks decline post NITI Aayog’s directive on electric vehicleedit
Shares of two and three wheeler auto-makers like TVS Motors and Bajaj Auto came under heavy selling pressure during the morning deals on Monday after the government think-tank NITI Aayog gave the industry a deadline of two weeks to come up with a plan to switch to electric vehicles (EVs).
‘GST Council to consider reducing tax on electric vehicles’edit
The GST Council will consider reducing tax on electric vehicles, which are seen as more environment-friendly, and the matter is pending before it, Minister of State for Finance Anurag Thakur informed the Lok Sabha on Monday.
Our premature push for electric vehiclesedit
After a series of flip-flops over its policy on electric vehicles (EVs) in the past couple of years, the government seems to be back to pushing aggressively for a switchover from fossil-fuel guzzlers.
Niti asks two and three wheeler makers to present EV conversion plan in 2 weeksedit
Government think-tank Niti Aayog has directed the two-wheeler and three-wheeler manufacturers to submit a concrete proposal to move towards e-mobility in the next two weeks. According to source in the know, Niti Aayog told automakers in a meeting Friday that if the industry fails to undertake measures to curb vehicular pollution, courts would step in.
Considering low-cost EV for India in collaboration with Hyundai: Kia Motorsedit
South Korean auto major Kia Motors Corporation is considering a low-cost electric vehicle (EV) for India in collaboration with group firm Hyundai Motors and wants personal usage for EVs to be included for government support under the FAME II scheme in India, according to a top company official.
Expecting a boom in e-vehicles industry, ITIs move to skill youth in the segmentedit
The Directorate-General of Training (DGT) under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) is planning to launch a course on e-vehicles in its Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs). “As of now, we can foresee an increase in the number of e-vehicles in the next few years. The aim is to train youth to repair, install and assemble them,” an official told BusinessLine
India becomes investment darling for renewable energy to airportsedit
Sovereign wealth funds are piling into India, buying stakes in everything from airports to renewable energy, attracted by political stability, a growing middle class and reforms making it more enticing for foreigners to invest.
Indians shifting to hybrids on green policies, carmakers’ pushedit
Indian consumers are increasingly looking to buy a hybrid or an electric vehicle over conventional powertrain-driven ones on the back of supportive environmental policies, big-brand bets and shift in buyers’ mindset, shows a report by global consultancy firm Deloitte.
INTERVIEW| EV transition will speed up only from 2025: Continental Powertrain India head Anurag Gargedit
With the government having given a clear signal to speed up e-mobility adoption, German auto component giant Continental believes the transition from combustion engines to e-mobility will pick up speed only between 2025 and 2030. In an interview, the company’s head of the powertrain business in India Anurag Garg tells this paper that the industry needs a clear roadmap as technologies continually need to be upgraded and more investment is required for the same.
First step should be to shift buses, taxis and 2-wheelers: TERIedit
The shift towards electric vehicles should be channelled through introduction of electric buses, taxis and two-wheelers, according to The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI). “TERI’s analysis suggests that the first step should be to shift buses, taxis, and two-wheelers to EVs, as well as short motorised trips to non-motorised transport.
Auto industry united in seeking GST rate cut on vehicles, says SIAMedit
Automobile industry body Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) said Friday all its members are totally united in seeking a reduction in the GST rate from 28 per cent to 18 per cent on vehicles. Reacting to media reports that some leaders of the auto industry do not agree to the proposal for GST reduction on vehicles, SIAM President Rajan Wadhera said all the players in the passenger car, commercial vehicle as well as two and three-wheeler manufacturers are united in seeking lower GST on vehicles.
President Ram Nath Kovind Reaffirms Indian Government’s Electric Vehicle Push, Highway Developmentedit
Terming infrastructure as pivotal in propelling prosperity and growth, President Ramnath Kovind Thursday said the government’s endeavour is to build 35,000 km of highways, besides expressways, by 2022 and to lay a strong foundation for urban infrastructure that will encourage employment generation. Addressing the joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament, the President said massive work to create infrastructure is underway, and electric vehicles (EVs) are being promoted to reduce pollution.
GST Council extends return filing dates, refers rate cut for EVs to a paneledit
In a major relief to trade and businesses, the all-powerful GST Council in its first meeting after the Modi government came back to power extended the cut-off date for filing annual returns for FY18 by two months to August, 2019. Easing the enrollment process for new firms, the Council decided to allow the use of 12-digit Aadhaar number for getting GST registration.A In order to check tax evasion, the Council made it now mandatory for registered multiplexes to issue e-tickets.
EV conversion plan: NITI seeks plan from 2 and 3 wheeler makersedit
Government think-tank Niti Aayog has asked conventional two- and three-wheeler makers to suggest within two weeks concrete steps towards transition to electric mobility keeping in mind 2025 deadline, according to sources. At a meeting of the manufacturers and start-up electric vehicle (EV) makers called by Niti Aayog on Friday, the industry was cautioned that if they do not take steps to address pollution issues, courts will step in.
Andhra Pradesh to Procure 350 Electric Buses For Rs 764 Credit
In a major push to eco-friendly public transport in Andhra Pradesh, public carrier APSRTC will shortly procure 350 electric buses. The electric buses will ply in Vijayawada, Amaravati, Visakhapatnam, Tirupati and Kakinada on a pilot basis. Transport minister Perni Venkatramaiah (Nani) assumed charge in the secretariat on June 21, 2019.
20 Electric-buses await charging points to ply in Srinagaredit
Twenty electric buses are waiting for charging points to start plying in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar city. Sources in the state-owned Road Transport Corporation said these electric buses were received from Tata Motors two months back, but are yet to start operation for want of charging points. “The charging points too have been received from the manufacturer, but for their installation we need electric transformers, for which we have approached the Electricity Department,” sources said.
E-bus bay work will only go ahead after govt nod: GMCedit
Guntur municipal corporation (GMC) has stated that work on e-bus bay project will only go ahead once the state government clears it though the civic body has already approved the tender from a contractor. GMC commissioner Shrikesh B Lathkar also added that the project will bring good revenue to the civic body. For now, the proposal for the project has been forwarded to the municipal administration secretary
NITI Aayog, two-wheeler makers to brainstorm electric roadmap todayedit
Friday’s meeting between NITI Aayog and the two-wheeler industry will be critical to draw up a pragmatic electric mobility roadmap for India. The Centre’s policy think-tank has called for this session with the top management of two and three-wheeler manufacturers. The last few weeks have seen some of the big guns from Bajaj Auto, TVS Motor, Hero MotoCorp and Honda articulate their concerns on the deadlines proposed for electrification in three-wheelers and sub-150cc bikes/scooters.
E-mobility: Catalyse, do not mandateedit
For two-wheelers (below 150 cc) the D-Day was reportedly April 2025. This information stunned the industry. The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), the apex body representing the auto sector in the country, reacted immediately asking the government to temper its electric vehicle (EV) ambition by adopting a practical approach that will not needlessly disrupt the industry.
Electric-vehicle users want more than registration-charge waiveredit
Battery-operated electric vehicles (EVs) will not get cheaper with the Road Ministry’s proposal to waive registration charges, as the government policy to adopt and make EVs faster mandates the use of Lithium-Ion and similar batteries which are expensive.
GST council meet: Rate cuts for electric vehicles, two-wheelers on agendaedit
Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman will chair her first GST Council meet on Friday as the Centre-state body is likely to deliberate upon slashing rates for electric vehicles (EVs) and other two-wheelers, and extension of tenure of the anti-profiteering body by another year.
Govt’s stress on infra, EVs; 35,000 km of national highways to be built by 2022: Prezedit
Terming infrastructure as pivotal in propelling prosperity and growth, President Ram Nath Kovind Thursday said the government’s endeavour is to build 35,000 km of highways, besides expressways, by 2022 and to lay a strong foundation for urban infrastructure that will encourage employment generation.
Top Upcoming Electric Vehicles to Launch in India by 2020: Hyundai Kona, Maruti Suzuki Wagon R EV and Moreedit
The Indian auto industry is set to witness a sea change as leading car companies across the world are now preparing to bring their electric car models to India. The domestic car companies are also gearing up to keep pace with the central government’s push for more and more electric vehicles on Indian roads.
Electric vehicle makers for revision of taxation norms, expanded FAME 2 coverageedit
Restructuring of taxation framework, expanded coverage of FAME 2 to all two-wheelers, extended time limit for sourcing components and exemption of EVs from registration charges are some of the driving points that will spur the growth of electric two-wheelers in India.
Bescom to use solar power for e-vehiclesedit
While Bangalore Electricity Supply Company works on solar power and electric vehicle charging as two separate projects, they are for the first time combining the two to see how solar power generated at the agency’s corporate office can charge electric vehicles
Are we ready for a battery-powered future?edit
Aimed at reducing carbon emissions, the Tamil Nadu government recently kicked off an initiative to run 500 electric buses in three cities —Chennai, Madurai & Coimbatore.
Eight charging stations for electric vehicles on Bengaluru highwayedit
As part of its overarching plan to boost eco-friendly modes of transportation, Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (Cesc), Mysuru has decided to set up eight stations where motorists can charge their electric vehicles along the Bengaluru highway.
Road ministry proposes exemption of registration fees for electric vehiclesedit
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed to do away with registration fees for battery operated or electric vehicles (EVs), as a part of the government’s plan to create an ecosystem to enable adoption of such vehicles.
Niti Aayog’s emobility plan: only electric vehicles to be sold by 2030edit
In a bold and far-reaching move, India’s electric vehicle goals are set to flourish if Niti Aayog has its way. The government think tank moved a Cabinet note to address emobility targets for a greener India, which emphasises on the sale of only electric vehicles by the year 2030. This would go a long way in addressing India’s clean fuel ideology and reduce high pollution levels.
Kochi: Private owners call on government aid for E-busedit
Private bus owners in Kochi has sought the help of the state government in rolling out electric vehicles by taking a substantial stake in the proposed ‘Kochi E-bus Ltd’ and readying infrastructure like charging stations.
Why government should reject Niti Aayog’s proposal on electric vehiclesedit
Niti Aayog, the union government’s think-tank, has proposed that only electric vehicles should be sold in India after 2030. To move this idea forward, it has initiated the relevant process within the government.
Road ministry wants easier licensing for EVs to boost public transportedit
Electric vehicles (EVs) might soon find it easier to get licences than their traditional counterparts. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed a set of non-fiscal benefits, such as creating an ecosystem for them in public transport and shared mobility by allowing easier permits.
FAME-2 needs consistent policy backup to succeededit
The government recently notified the second phase of the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles in India (FAME-2) scheme (in effect from April 1 for three years). It envisages incentives for purchase of electric buses, PVs and three-wheelers for commercial usage, along with privately-owned electric two-wheelers.
GST on electric vehicles may be reduced to 5%edit
India may cut the goods and services tax (GST) on electric vehicles to 5% from 12% to provide a stimulus to the sector that’s a high priority for the Narendra Modi government. The GST Council is set to take up the proposal at its June 20 meeting, said a senior government official aware of the development. “There is a proposal to cut tax rates on EVs among other issues,” the official told ET.
SIAM pushes for enhanced alternative fuels penetration amid focus on electric vehiclesedit
Automobile industry body SIAM has proposed making petrol-powered two-wheelers and passenger vehicles material compatible with 10 per cent ethanol (E10) and 3 per cent methanol (M3) blends by 2025.
E-vehicle sector for priority-lending, R&D incentives in Budgetedit
With government committed to bringing the electric vehicle (EV) revolution to India in the next few years, the industry expectations from the Union Budget 2019-20 run high. Among the key demands are priority-lending by PSU banks for purchase of EVs and raising government subsidy to push sales.
How Indian two-wheeler market will pan out with electrification of upto 150cc?edit
Government has recently proposed a new plan of making two-wheelers (up to 150cc) electric by 2025, which means over 90 per cent of India’s total two-wheelers will have to go off-the-road. This has resulted in a major face-off between the manufacturers and the government as the former finds it difficult to achieve this target.
Impose green cess on polluting vehicles to support EVs: SMEVedit
Electric vehicle makers’ body SMEV Monday called for imposition of ‘green cess’ on polluting vehicles besides seeking putting of EVs in priority lending sector to accelerate creation of a robust ecosystem. In its Budget wish list, the Society of Manufacturers of Electric Vehicles (SMEV) also asked the government for a dedicated allocation for ‘clean air’ campaign, which could be integrated under the Swachh Bharat Mission.
Niti’s new road map: Only electric vehicles to be sold after 2030edit
The government’s think tank NITI Aayog has proposed that only electric vehicles should be sold after 2030, expanding the scope of the clean fuel technology beyond two- and three-wheelers. Earlier, a panel headed by NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant had suggested that only electric-powered three-wheelers and two-wheelers with engine capacity of up to 150 cc should be sold from 2025.
BESCOM Planning For 650 EV Charging Stations in Karnatakaedit
The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) has revealed that it plans to install 650 Electric Vehicle charging stations in the state of Karnataka, with 100 stations planned for Bengaluru. The proposal has been envisioned under the newly approved second phase of the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicle (FAME) scheme. The discom has revealed that a major focus will be on the capital, where the project will be implemented first.
Bescom plans 650 e-vehicle charging stations; 100 in cityedit
The Times of India The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (Bescom) has proposed to set up 650 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across Karnataka, 100 of which will be in Bengaluru. The proposal is under the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicle (FAME) scheme. Bescom said Bengaluru will be its major focus, where the project will be implemented first
BEST to get 1500 AC buses on top of current fleetedit
These mini buses will have a quicker turnaround time and will give passengers, who at present take other modes of faster public transport on the feeder route to railway and metro stations, an option, explained Bagde
We must look at innovative sources of funding for infrastructure: Nitin Gadkariedit
New Delhi: The ministry of road transport and highways is looking at alternative and innovative sources of funding as financing from banks is becoming a challenge, Union Road Transport and Highways minister Nitin Gadkari said.
Roadmap for EVs post talks with auto cos, says Gadkariedit
Union transport minister Nitin Gadkari on Friday said that the government will announce the roadmap for electric mobility after consulting the automobile industry, which has been opposing the recommendation of an interministerial panel. The panel has sought to allow sale of only electric two-wheelers (with engine capacity up to 150cc) and electric three-wheelers from 2025. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a CII event, Gadkari said, “The government does not want to shut any industry, but wants to help them
Auto Cos Look to Pare EV HR Costs by Reskillingedit
Only 30,000 EV experts are currently employed across companies in the sector, with recruitment and staffing firms Xpheno and TeamLease Services pegging the shortage at about 40%. “Many parallel projects that have kicked off at the same time have placed a sudden demand on this niche talent pool, leading to some unmet demand for good talent in the EV space,” said Shailesh Chandra, president, electric mobility business and corporate strategy, Tata Motors
500 electric buses to be launched in Kochiedit
According to KSRTC officials, the initial proposal is to operate the buses on city routes. Some of the buses will be used to connect Kochi and other satellite cities
‘Road map for e-vehicles after talks with auto cos’edit
Union transport minister Nitin Gadkari on Friday said that the government will announce the roadmap for electric mobility after consulting the automobile industry. The automobile industry has been opposing the recommendation of an inter-ministerial panel to allow sale of only electric two-wheelers (with engine capacity up to 150cc) and electric three-wheelers from 2025
500 electric buses to be launched in Kochiedit
It seems days of KSRTC’s fossil fuel-powered buses in Kochi are numbered as the corporation is planning to operate 500 electric buses in the city soon. Last month, the KSRTC had invited tender for hiring 1,500 electric buses across the state, of which 500 will be provided to the Ernakulam zone.
Petroleum PSUs ask for amendment to EV charging guidelinesedit
State-owned oil marketing companies want the power ministry to amend its guidelines on electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and remove the mandate of having multiple types of chargers in their stations. The power ministry had come up with detailed technical standards, policies and guidelines on EV charging infrastructure in December 2018.
Piaggio Vehicles to invest Rs 300 crore in India over the next three years, says Diego Graffiedit
Piaggio Vehicles, India’s second largest three-wheeler manufacturer, is set to launch its first electric three-wheeler by the third quarter of this fiscal year. This would be the first EV three-wheeler developed and manufactured in India.
Government plans 50-100% subsidy for electric vehicle charging infrastructureedit
The Narendra Modi government is mulling a 50 to 100 percent subsidy to electric vehicle charging infrastructure, sources privy to the developments told CNBC-TV18. The matter has been already discussed by union heavy industries and the power ministry, and is seeking a cabinet nod, sources in the know told CNBC-TV18.
Budget 2019: Infrastructure, Renewable Sectors Seek Investment Boostedit
Representatives of the infrastructure and climate change sectors put forth Thursday their budget proposals to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, who will present the full Union Budget 2019 on July 5.
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank forays into EV financingedit
Banks and financial institutions have long been reluctant to finance electric vehicles (EV). Manufacturers of EV have struggled with this and it has impacted their growth as well as adoption. Sensing a gap and need in the market, Ujjivan Small Finance Bank has entered the space.
Govt to get 1st electric car for chief secy under pilot projectedit
The state government will get its first electric car for the chief secretary for a month as part of a pilot project on June 14. A public-sector undertaking, Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL), has set up a car charging unit at the at the exit of the first floor of the underground parking at the secretariat on Wednesday.
Delhi gets its first electric car charging stationedit
Delhi Power Minister Satyendar Jain has inaugurated Delhi’s first electric vehicle smart-charging station at South Extension Part 2. The Aam Aadmi Party-led Delhi government said that by next year, 50 such stations will be set up by the BSES.
Dream or nightmare? Why India should postpone its electric vehicle plans for ten yearsedit
Most discussions on electric vehicles (EVs) focus on benefits and sidestep serious questions. For example, do we know if a faster adoption of EVs would be in India’s interest? Is the currently used EV technology robust enough? Will EVs make us dependent on China?
Assam Joins Future Mobility Race, Will Induct 15 Electric Buses For Guwahati City Routesedit
Assam is the latest in the list of states that will be deploying electric buses for their state transport needs. Assam State Transport Corporation (ASTC) has now confirmed the move to use 15 electric buses in the near future, in an effort to reduce vehicular emissions in the state.
Govt’s 100-day plan aims to re-energize India’s power sectoredit
The Union power ministry has proposed a “power sector council” to address issues between the Union and state governments as part of the ministry’s 100-day action plan for the second term of the Narendra Modi government.
BSES commissions charging station for electric vehicles in Delhiedit
Delhi power minister Satyendra Jain today inaugurated a smart public charging station for electric vehicles in South Extension Part II here. The smart EV charging station – Blue Smart Charger – can charge two Electric Vehicles simultaneously and has been set-up in partnership between BSES Rajdhani Power Limited (BRPL) Gensol Charge Pvt Ltd and Techperspect.
Pragmatism should accompany ambitionedit
The draft electric vehicle (EV) policy that mandates the transition of all commercial vehicles to be electric by 2026 is an unsound directive. Unsound because the policy in its quest to bringing in electric mobility also proposed banning the sale of all internal-combustion engine (ICE)-based three-wheelers by 2023 and two-wheelers below 150 cc by 2025 subsequently.
Thiruvananthapuram: E-vehicles in vogueedit
The theme of this year’s World Environment Day was ‘Beat Air Pollution’. There is much talk about electric vehicles that are carbon-neutral. Inquiries have increased significantly at the electric vehicle showrooms in the city.
Assam: Electric buses to be introduced in Guwahati soonedit
In an effort to reduce pollution, Assam State Transport Corporation (ASTC) will deploy 15 electric buses in the city under government’s FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric vehicles) scheme.
UP invites companies to set up EV charging stations across key cities and expresswaysedit
The state of Uttar Pradesh has become the first in India to formally invite EoIs (expression of interest) from companies to set up electric vehicle charging stations. This is the first proposal after the Union Power Ministry issued guidelines over setting up of such EV charging stations in December 2018 to promote the use of battery electric autorickshaws.
Two-wheeler makers feel EV switchover by 2025 impracticaledit
Two-wheeler majors such as TVS Motor and Bajaj Auto have expressed their displeasure over the Union government’s move to mandate mass adoption of electric two and three-wheelers in a short span of time, which they consider unrealistic and have sought gradual adoption. However, they support the government’s ambitious programme.
Small towns may hold the key to India’s future of sustainabilityedit
India has witnessed unprecedented population growth and urbanization in recent decades, with the country’s rapidly expanding cities and towns offering abundant opportunities for economic growth and development.
The diesel disruptionedit
The recent decision by Maruti Suzuki, which has a 51 per cent market share, to stop producing and selling diesel cars from April 2020 onwards represents a very significant inflexion point in an otherwise hidebound industry.
Companies may soon be invited to set up battery plantsedit
The government is likely to soon issue tenders inviting companies to set up 50-GW battery manufacturing base in India at $50-billion investment with attractive financial incentives as the Cabinet is expected to consider the proposal in a week.
Delhi Govt’s Plan To Deploy Electric Buses Gets Delayed Due To Lok Sabha Pollsedit
The Delhi state government’s process of procuring 1,000 electric buses in an attempt to boost emobility in the state had been delayed by a few months because of the model code of conduct which was implemented for the Lok Sabha polls, the new outcome budget 2019-20 showed.
Madhya Pradesh Proposes EV Charging Tariff of ₹6 and ₹5.90 for LT and HT consumersedit
The Madhya Pradesh Power Management Company Limited (MPPMCL) has proposed the tariff for electric vehicle (EV) and electric rickshaw charging infrastructure in the state. This has been passed in a revised version of total revenue requirement and tariff petition for the financial year FY 2019-20.
Nitin Gadkari not in haste to set deadline for electric vehicle rolloutedit
Transport minister Nitin Gadkari is seeking a recalibration of the electric vehicle (EV) rollout plan with his ministry even considering a longer implementation schedule rather than setting any cut-off date.
Auto industry, CII oppose early mandate for electric 2/3 wheelersedit
The auto industry has hit out at the government for trying an early transition to electric vehicles, saying it will disrupt the pace of growth and hit business. The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (Siam) received support from the broader industry association, CII (Confederation of Indian Industry) which said that mandating a particular technology, which as electric, should not be the only way to achieve green mobility.
Kerala Government officials visit University of Birmingham for expertise to introduce EVsedit
A team of Kerala government officials visited the University of Birmingham on Wednesday to discover how research experts might work with policy-makers to help introduce electric vehicles in the state.
India set to order Uber, Ola, other taxi aggregators to go electricedit
India plans to order taxi aggregators such as Uber and Ola to convert 40% of their fleet of cars to electric by April 2026, according to a source and records of government meetings to discuss new rules for clean mobility.
Nitin Gadkari for wider stakeholder talks on EV adoptionedit
Road transport minister Nitin Gadkari has called for wider stakeholder consultation on the adoption of electric vehicles, to give adequate time to domestic manufacturers for making business adjustments.
IRDAI okays insurance for e-vehicles, quadri-cycleedit
Insurance regulator IRDAI has approved a third-party motor premium increase of 4.4% for bikes and 12% for cars. The regulator has also introduced two new categories — electric vehicles and a quadri-cycle, an upcoming segment for intra-city shared mobility. The revised Motor Third-Party Liability Insurance premiums for two-wheelers, cars and taxis will be effective from June 16.
India’s Biggest Ever Move For Electric Vehicles: Govt. Allots Rs 2,500 Crore For 5,000 E-Busesedit
To push the use of electric vehicles through the state transport authorities in India, the central government is planning to deploy 5,000 electric buses across the country. For the same, the centre asked for proposals from these departments on Tuesday.
EESL partners with AMC to promote EV infra in Ahmedabadedit
Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), a joint venture under Ministry of Power, Government of India on Wednesday has entered into a partnership with Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC), an urban local body established under Gujarat Municipal Provincial Act, to establish enabling infrastructure for Electric Vehicles (EV) in AMC area over a 10-year period.
Need proactive policy to boost electric-powered public transportedit
In a welcome move, the Centre has sought proposals from state transport departments for the deployment of 5,000 electric buses, under Phase-II of the FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles) scheme, so as to boost green public transport.
India the Lowest Cost Producer of Solar Power: IRENAedit
According to a report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), the cost of renewable energy sources fell to record lows again in 2018. The report finds that costs from all commercially available renewable power generation technologies declined in 2018.
3,000 new buses in 10 months: CMedit
The Delhi govern- ment is likely to bring in Delhi’s first 37 electric buses by December this year. The setting up of charging infrastruc- ture at depots for 1,000 e-buses has been initiated and is set to be completed by November 1.
Government to waive registration fee for EVs, will persuade states also to give tax breaksedit
The Union government has decided to waive off registration fee for electric vehicles and also plans to convince state governments to either waive off or reduce the road tax to promote green vehicles.
Modi 2.0 can reduce power sector stress: These energy reforms must top priority listedit
With the current challenges prevailing in Indian energy and environment sectors, the newly elected Modi government can address the issues and bring about structural reforms quite early in its term, Brookings India chairman and senior fellow wrote in The Indian Express.
Micromobility: A mode to combat traffic woesedit
The daily commute in Indian cities means grappling with perpetual congestion and traffic snarls, and a huge dearth of public transport facilities offering last mile connectivity. If you like many others use public transport, there is a dearth of options to get you home from the nearest bus, train or metro station.
Car ownership must become a relic of the pastedit
I grew up in Mumbai, travelling in jam-packed suburban trains. I put up with the daily commute because that helped me get to my college classes on time. But I did, at times, feel tempted to travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned car.
Will Banning Internal Combustion Engines Help the Case Of Electric Three-Wheelers?edit
Electric mobility is the future, and India is all set to fast-track the adoption of electric vehicles across different segments. The government has pushed early adoption of electric vehicles by offering incentives and special schemes for manufacturers of electric vehicles.
Competition
Lithium Urban Tech introduces e-bus in its New Delhi fleetedit
Bangalore-based electric fleet service provider, Lithium Urban Technologies (Lithium) which has over 850 EVs in operations across the country, has now added an electric bus to its service. On June 26, 2019, Lithium showcased its electric car and bus at the Urban Mobility Workshop organised by the Delhi government in partnership with the Rocky Mountain Institute at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi.
Buffett-backed BYD in advanced talks to develop, make EVs in Indiaedit
Warren Buffett-backed BYD Auto Co. Ltd, China’s biggest electric carmaker, is set to make a significant investment in India to develop and produce electric vehicles, said two people familiar with the matter.
How start-ups can turbocharge the EV revolutionedit
While the government’s proposal mandating electric three-wheelers and two-wheelers (by 2023 and 2025, respectively) has faced stiff opposition from the conventional players, mobility solutions start-ups seem all set to benefit from the move. Kapil Shelke, CEO and Founder of Pune-based Tork Motors, which calls itself ‘India’s first electric motorcycle manufacturing start-up with proprietary drive train technology’ said: “It is (the government mandate) definitely a great opportunity for start-ups like us because we have spent a good amount of years building this robust technology.
EV migration needs proper planning to ensure ecosystem readiness: Chandrasekaranedit
Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran on Wednesday said migration to electric vehicles (EVs) needs to be planned to ensure entire ecosystem is ready through a multi-year road map, echoing views of industry leaders who have called for a calibrated approach towards electric mobility.
The charge of the EV brigadeedit
For Goldie Shrivastava, it’s all about taking the last mile to profitability. His company SmartE has 1,000 electric three-wheelers parked by a handful of Delhi Metro stations ready to ferry passengers to nearby destinations.
HMSI joins others to voice concerns about EVs roadmapedit
The government’s plans to ban internal combustion engines for two wheelers up to 150 cc has triggered howls of protest from the established players in the segment. After protests from TVS chairman Venu Srinivasan and Bajaj Auto managing director (MD) Rajiv Bajaj and a statement from motorcycle market leader Hero MotoCorp, now it’s the turn of Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) to voice its concerns about the electric vehicle road map.
Budget 2019 expectations: Ather, Emflux propose more subsidies for electric vehicle adoptionedit
Budget 2019 India: It is the budget 2019 season and it is pretty obvious that manufacturers are sitting with bated breaths. After all, more often than not manufacturers plan their investments and future product lines based on the Union Budget. While every time, manufacturers are more often than happy to send in their pre-budget expectations, this time around things are different. Most of the manufacturers we contacted, were hesitant to send in their reactions.
Honda says adoption of electric vehicles a big challenge in India, industry needs timeedit
A day after Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor criticised government think tank Niti Aayog’s proposal to ban non-electric two- and three-wheelers, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India said adoption of electric vehicles was still a major challenge in India and the industry needs more time to stabilise after the switchover to BS-VI norms.
Kia could launch a low-cost EV in India in collaboration with Hyundaiedit
Kia Motors India, which is set to launch its first product in India later this year i.e. the Seltos compact SUV, is also considering a low-cost electric vehicle for the Indian market. The South Korean automaker, which is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motors, aims at bringing this SUV to the Indian market in collaboration with the group firm.
Interview | Hybrid is the right technology for sustainable transition to EVs: Rajesh Goeledit
The Indian passenger vehicle (PV) market is going through its worst phase in almost a decade, but Rajesh Goel, senior vice-president & director, Sales & Marketing, Honda Cars India, believes that as the festive season approaches, the market should revive. “There is a lot of potential and a lot of pent-up demand,” he says. In an interview with FE’s Vikram Chaudhary, he adds that while electric vehicles (EVs) are an excellent choice for a country such as India, for making a sustainable transition to EVs, one has to go via the hybrid technology
‘The biggest puzzle to be solved today is the battery’edit
The key to electric vehicles (EVs) taking off in a big way lies in the battery, according to Altair. The technology company provides simulation solutions to various industries, including EV manufacturers.
Kerala Automobiles’ electric autos to hit roads this Onamedit
Now, Kerala-made e-autos will criss-cross the streets across the state as the state-owned PSU Kerala Automobiles Ltd (KAL) has been granted permission by the Centre to manufacture electric autos as per the standards fixed by the electric vehicle policy of the state.
Why engineering major Greaves Cotton is betting big on electric, starting with its Ampere Vehicles buyedit
Indian engineering giant Greaves Cotton, known for its diesel engines, generators, and pump sets, is going the electric way, betting big on electric mobility in its bid to leapfrog into a more sustainable, environmentally-responsible company.
Revolt Unveils the RV 400 Electric Motorcycle in India, Bookings to Begin on June 25edit
Revolt Intellicorp Pvt. Ltd. today, unveiled India’s first AI- enabled motorcycle, the RV 400. The bike will be available at Rs. 1000 for pre-bookings in Delhi on June 25 on the company’s official website and Amazon and will be followed by NCR, Pune, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Nagpur, Ahmedabad, Chennai in the next 4 months.
Hyderabad City startup innovates smart chargers for EVsedit
Cellerite Systems is a deep tech startup focusing on developing technologies for battery charging. It is fostering innovative charging solutions in electric vehicles, UAVs, industrial equipment and robotics.
An electrifying ride for the new sparks caution from old guardedit
The government’s proposal to electrify all new two-wheelers below 150cc in the next six years have split the industry, with new-age entrepreneurs backing the move and their older peers opposing it.
Renault aims to launch 8 EVs by 2022, at least two new body style in planedit
French automaker Renault aims to launch 8 electric vehicles by 2022, with at least two new body styles for all-electric models. The crossovers will take a leading role in the automaker’s electrification plan. B segment crossovers are selling faster than any other category. This sales trend has drive the brand to emphasize on crossovers with electric powertrain.
Greaves Cotton to set up charging hubs for electric scootersedit
Engine maker Greaves Cotton Ltd, which launched its first heavyweight electric scooter last month, plans to set up at least 100 charging stations for two-wheelers across India in the next three months, as the government pushes for more electric vehicles (EV) to combat rising pollution.
Ola accelerates electric vehicles plan, to sets up advanced technology center in San Francisco Bay Areaedit
As the government is reportedly looking to get ride-hailing companies Ola and Uber in India switch 40 per cent of their cars to electric by April 2026, Ola is ensuring that it progresses continuously on that part. The company is setting up advances technology center in San Francisco Bay in the US to turn vehicles electric, connected, and autonomous.
Munjal urges govt to adopt more realistic E-vehicle road mapedit
India’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer Hero MotoCorp on Tuesday joined the ranks of rivals Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor Company and urged the government to adopt a cautious and realistic roadmap for mass adoption of electric vehicles.
Mahindra plans a big future for eVerito: On track to meet all safety normsedit
Mahindra and Mahindra, one of the leading electric vehicle manufacturer in India is not going to discontinue its eVerito sedan post the implementation of new safety regulations which come in effect starting October this year.
Niti Aayog vice-chairman Rajiv Kumar’s son joins Ola in policy and corporate affairs wingedit
Ola has great plans for its electric-vehicles business. The slowing core cab business is making it seek cost-optimisation methods. At the other end, Niti Aayog has been working on a draft policy on EVs for some time now.
E-vehicles set to zip around but govt yet to form rulesedit
The planned introduction of at least 10,000 electric mopeds and scooters over the next 18 months by city-based micro mobility companies has caught government on the back foot even as it scrambles to develop new regulations to deal with the influx of vehicles.
MG Motors to make electric cars in Indiaedit
MG Motors, a subsidiary of China’s SAIC, said on Wednesday its global electric vehicle MG eZS will be manufactured at the company’s Halol facility in Gujarat.
Mahindra Electric in talks with global players to supply electric vehicle powertrainsedit
Mahindra Electric is in talks with global automotive manufacturers to supply electric vehicle powertrains, according to a top company official. The company, a part of the Mahindra Group, will start supplies of such electric vehicle parts to group firm Ssangyong Motor, by early 2021.
Subrata Roy’s Sahara enters EV market: Sahara Evols to sell electric two, three-wheelers and cargo vehiclesedit
It is introducing a network of battery charging-cum-swapping stations. Starting from Lucknow, Sahara Evols will establish its ecosystem in the country’s tier-II and III cities by the end of this financial year, in a phased manner. Subsequently, in the next financial year, it will roll out its products and services pan-India.
Jagual Land Rover, BMW to partner for electric vehiclesedit
Automobile giants Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) and BMW Group will collaborate to develop electric vehicles and the concerned technology in the segment, according to a regulatory filing by Tata Motors, the owner of JLR.
Blu Smart all-electric mobility platform launched in Delhi-NCRedit
On the eve of World Environment Day, Gensol Mobility, a subsidiary of Ahmedabad-based renewable energy services provider, Gensol Group, launched its all-electric ‘Blu Smart’ mobility platform in Delhi-NCR, in association with Mahindra Electric. The service, which is the first of its kind in India, bundles together services like ride hailing, car sharing and shared charging into a single platform.
Yulu Brings Miracle Escooters To Electronic City To Solve Traffic Congestion Woesedit
Bengaluru-based dockless bike-sharing platform Yulu has expanded its electric scooter Yulu Miracle in association with Electronics City Industrial Township Authority (ELCITA) to the Electronic City area in Bengaluru.
International
Electric Car Charging Hassle Will Spur Buyer Resistanceedit
Battery cars face many barriers to success, but the charging system is the biggest hurdle and this threatens to derail the whole European Union (EU) project to force its citizens into electric vehicles.
Electric Cars Still Face a Major Roadblockedit
I have an old Jeep that’s on its last legs. We’ve rebuilt the transmission and replaced most of the suspension, at a cost that far outstrips the hypothetical value of the car. It runs, but just. It burns oil like a refinery and gets terrible gas mileage to boot.
Paris to limit vehicle use to reduce air pollutionedit
Paris will restrict car use on Wednesday as a measure to fight against surging air pollution linked to intense heat wave that strikes most of French regions, the city’s police department announced on Tuesday.
UK government mandates smart EV charging points for homesedit
UK government has announced all the government-funded home chargepoints for electric vehicles installed from 1st July, 2019 onwards will have to be smartchargers. UK Roads minister Michael Ellis has announced so.
Rockwell Automation launches EV innovation centre in Californiaedit
Rockwell Automation has launched its electric vehicle innovation centre in California. The EV innovation centre will provide the automotive startups and automobile manufacturers an environment to learn new technologies and standards that will enable the companies to deliver electric vehicles to the market faster.
A Solar Car With 725 Km Range! The Lightyear One May Be The Next Revolution In Mobilityedit
A long-time startup building solar powered vehicles has finally matured beyond the testing stage to a fully working solar energy driven car. Lightyear, known for Stella and Stella Lux to date, will add a new name to the portfolio – Lightyear One.
BMW vows to rev up electric car rolloutedit
German high-end carmaker BMW said Tuesday it would accelerate its plans to build new electric models, as the whole industry comes under pressure to meet strict emissions regulations. The Munich-based manufacturer will offer 25 electrified vehicles in 2023, “two years earlier than originally planned,” chief executive Harald Krueger said in a statement.
Iberdrola invests in electric vehicle charging company Wallboedit
Spanish utility Iberdrola has invested an undisclosed sum in Spanish electric vehicle charging company Wallbox, the company said on Tuesday. Wallbox has completed a 15 million euro ($17 million) funding round led by Iberdrola through its Perseo start-up programme which will enable it to expand globally, Iberdrola said in a statement.
Volkswagen partners with Schwarz for EV charging infrastructureedit
Ahead of launching its full-electric car sharing service WeShare in Berlin in a few days, German automobile group Volkswagen has joined hands with Schwarz Group companies Lidl and Kaufland supermarket chains. Under this strategic partnership VW’s WeShare fleet of electric vehicles will receive exclusive right to use Schwarz’s EV charging infrastructure overnight outside opening hours, from 11 pm to 6:30 am.
Ireland Government to Ban Sale of New Petrol and Diesel Cars by 2030edit
Ireland has announced it will ban the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles by 2030 as part of its new climate change plan. The government hopes to have 950,000 electric vehicles on Irish roads by then, supported by a network of charging stations. The measure is one of 180 proposals covering business, construction, transport, agriculture and waste management intended to put Ireland on a path to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Electric dream in danger as funding dwindlesedit
Last year, Wei Qing and his private equity investment team visited over 20 Chinese electric vehicle manufacturing startups. The end result? They decided not to invest in any. “There are too many uncertainties from when a company tells a story in the early stage, to when it produces a sample car and raises funds, to the eventual mass production,” said Wei, MD at Sailing Capital.
Why we can’t possibly switch everyone to electric carsedit
The Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act was hailed by activists as a great achievement to address climate change. It will require untold billions to remake the state’s electric grid and overhaul the residential, commercial and industrial sectors.
As China cuts support for its electric carmakers, auto firms could face a ‘war of attrition’edit
If you walk around Shenzhen, one of China’s big technology hubs, you’ll notice all of the taxis are electric. In other major Chinese cities, so-called new energy vehicles are commonplace — with Tesla cars and other models from the dozens of domestic manufacturers on the roads.
Electric Cars: Why Little Norway Leads The World In EV Usageedit
Almost 60% of new cars sold in Norway during March 2019 were entirely electric-powered. It’s the latest record-breaking statistic involving Norway and electric vehicle (EV) records as the Scandinavian nation looks to stop sales of fossil fueled cars by 2025.
BMW, Volkswagen applies for state funding for EV battery development in Germanyedit
Germany will support three company alliances with earmarked funds of 1 billion euros for the domestic production of battery cells in an effort to reduce carmakers’ dependence on Asian suppliers, Economy Minister Peter Altmaier told Reuters.
Ireland to ban sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030edit
Ireland has announced it will ban the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles by 2030 as part of its new climate change plan. The government hopes to have 950,000 electric vehicles on Irish roads by then, supported by a network of charging stations.
Number of electric cars on the rise in Polandedit
There are nearly 5,900 electric cars registered in Poland, with their number growing by 100 percent year on year in the first five months of 2019, according to the newly-launched Electric Mobility Counter.
How clean is an electric car, really?edit
Greta Thunberg and David Attenborough may be separated greatly by age and experience, but both have arguably done more in the past year than any others to re-awaken our concerns over climate change.
Newly Developed Lithium-Ion Batteries to Get Electric Range of 300 Km in Just 10 Minutesedit
Chinese researchers have developed a high-energy Lithium-ion Battery (LIB) technology, which could enable a running distance of 300 km per 10 minutes of charging. The debut of a passenger car loaded with the 50-kWh battery pack was held in Hangzhou in eastern China’s Zhejiang Province on Tuesday, Xinhua news agency reported.
China’s Electric Car Boom Is Already Running Out Of Gasedit
The sharp decline in Chinese auto sales is flashing a red light on the health of the Chinese consumer. May sales figures, released this week, were abysmal, with a 17.6% year-on-year decline in wholesales and a 12.5% decline in retail sales according to the Chinese Passenger Car Association.
Chinese firm makes insane $23 billion investment in production of 1 million EVs/yr and 500 GWh of batteriesedit
Evergrande, a Chinese firm believed to be the biggest real estate company in the world and backers of electric vehicle startups like Faraday Future and NEVS, announced a massive $23 billion investment in the production 1 million electric cars and 500 GWh of batteries per year.
Chart: Electric Cars Cutting Gasoline Use By Hundreds Of Millions Of Gallons A Yearedit
As every Tesla driver knows, electric vehicles are more reliable, more convenient, cheaper to operate, safer and more fun to drive than legacy vehicles. However, the most important reason for the transition to electric driving is to reduce the use of polluting petroleum products.
Here comes roaming EV charging stations in USedit
After announcing the launch of Walmart based EV charging stations, Electrify America has partnered with ChargePoint to offer roaming charging points for the electric vehicles. This will help the owners on highways, where availability of charging stations are less. Also, this will help in expansion of zero emission mobility in coming days.
Hydrogen is the next game changer, says China’s electric cars visionary Wanedit
His vision to make China an electric-vehicle powerhouse revolutionized the global auto industry, cementing a move away from the combustion engine. Now, Wan Gang says get ready for the next game-changing moment.
Yes, Electric Cars Will Be Cheaperedit
Mention electric cars today and most people picture a high-end Tesla and the price tag that comes with it. Electric vehicles (EVs) do still cost more to make than their gas-powered competitors, but a combination of key policies and market expansion can quickly tip the scales in favor of EVs — making them a powerful tool to reduce climate change, improve air quality, create jobs, and save a truckload of money on the road to a cleaner future.
Battery exchanges would drive shift to electric carsedit
Your excellent analysis of the problems associated with charging electric vehicles omits perhaps the most obvious solution to the problem (June 11). Why do we not ensure from the start that all batteries are compatible, and can be easily swapped at existing service stations?
A year ago, China’s electric vehicle sales grew 126%. Now they’re at 2%edit
Sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) were only up 1.8% in May—or 104,000 units— compared with a year earlier, according to data released (link in Chinese) today by the government-backed China Association of Automobile Manufacturers.
Sweden’s Electric Car Boom Is Under Threat From Power Crunchedit
Sweden’s ambitious plan to drastically cut emissions from transport by bringing millions of electric cars onto the road could be derailed by a lack of power capacity for new charging stations in major cities. An increase in government grants sent sales of electric cars surging by 253% in the first five months this year, but the rally could be over before it’s really started.
China’s hit upon the best way to boost sales of electric cars—but it’ll hurt fossil-fuel onesedit
Things continue to look dire in the world’s largest auto market, which has seen 10 consecutive months of declining sales. To reverse that trend, China’s turning to one of the most effective tools it has traditionally used to curb car sales: quotas.
Walmart stores in US to offer public electric vehicle charging stationsedit
Walmart and Electrify America have come up with a collaboration to provide the electric vehicle owners in US relief. Under this partnership, there will be more than 120 Walmart stores across US with electric vehicle charging stations, set up by Electrify America. These EV charging stations are already operational and will be open for public soon.
Chile to clean up rules for lithium industry to boost productionedit
At a gathering of lithium investors in Santiago, Mining Minister Baldo Prokurica said the administration of center-right President Sebastian Pinera would push both state and private investment to double Chile’s production to 230,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate equivalent per year by 2023.
France to uphold ban on sale of fossil fuel cars by 2040edit
The French government’s new law on mobility will uphold a planned ban on fossil fuel-powered cars by 2040, Transport Minister Elizabeth Borne said on Tuesday. Former environment minister Nicolas Hulot said in July 2017 – at the beginning of President Emmanuel Macron’s term – that France aimed to end the sale of gasoline and diesel vehicles by 2040 in a bid to become carbon neutral by 2050.
Electric Models To Dominate Car Sales By 2040, Wiping Out 13m Barrels A Day Of Oil Demandedit
It may not seem like it now, but we may now be living in a world where sales of conventional passenger cars have already peaked, a development that will have widespread implications not just for the automotive sector but also oil and gas companies and metals and mining groups.
Switch to electric cars hit by ‘poor’ charging infrastructureedit
To test the UK’s readiness for electric vehicles, David Wright, chief electricity engineer at National Grid, sent some colleagues on a 565-mile round trip from the utility’s offices in Wokingham, Berkshire, to Teesside.
Electric Vehicles Are Driving Demand For Lithium – With Environmental Consequencesedit
As the world moves towards a low-carbon future, there is a growing range of technological advancements facilitating the transition away from fossil fuels. Transportation and energy production are two sectors that desperately need to reduce emissions, and developments in electric vehicles and battery storage are rapidly changing both markets.
How much does lithium cost? The industry can’t seem to agreeedit
Opaque pricing for lithium, the powerhouse metal fueling the electric vehicle revolution, is expected to be top of mind this week as the industry’s leaders gather in Santiago, with calls rising for more transparency to attract much-needed expansion funding.
Germany’s Opel town shows struggle for Europe to plug in electric carsedit
Carmakers and policymakers in Europe are staking their futures on a race to electric vehicles. But the vast charging network needed to sustain their vision is patchy, and it’s not clear who’ll pay for it.
China boosts electric car sales by removing license plate quotasedit
The Chinese government is currently phasing out most of its electric vehicle incentives, but it is still trying to boost sales of EVs by not allowing cities to impose license plate quotas on electric vehicles.
VW’s Electrify America to build more EV chargers at Walmart storesedit
Volkswagen AG unit Electrify America will significantly expand its U.S. network of electric vehicle charging stations at Walmart Inc store locations with an emphasis on America’s heartland states, the two companies said on Thursday.
Shell launches e-fluids to optimise electric vehicle performanceedit
Lubricant supplier, Shell on Thursday has launched a new range of fluids specifically designed to work in battery electric vehicles (EVs). These E-Transmission Fluids, E-Thermal Fluids and E-Greases will make battery EVs perform better and be more efficient.
Standardise batteries on electric vehiclesedit
Richard Snape says drivers should be able to exchange a depleted battery for a fully charged one at a service station. Plus Adrian Townsend questions the wisdom of recommending a new Oxford-to-Cambridge motorway.
ASEAN must switch to electric vehicles fasteredit
While electric vehicles (EVs) continue to capture the attention of consumers in ASEAN, policies and subsidies in line with those found in countries leading the switch to EVs will make electric vehicles a more attractive proposition for the region.
Around 5 million tonnes of lithium deposits found in southwest Chinaedit
An estimated 5 million tonnes of lithium deposits have been found in China’s southwestern province of Yunnan, scientists said, potentially curbing the nation’s reliance on imports of the material, used in electric vehicle batteries.
In China’s Tech Hub Shenzhen, an Electric Transport Boom Runs on State Subsidiesedit
A year ago, when D.C. Metro officials unveiled 14 electric buses – a purchase that made the capital one of the largest electric-fleet operators in the United States – this southern Chinese metropolis was already in the middle of a full-blown electric revolution.
Electric Vehicle Sales Up 70% In Europeedit
The European passenger plug-in vehicle market scored some 37,000 registrations in April, growing 30% compared to the same period last year, a good performance considering that the overall market is still in the red (-1% in April).