Last Updated:November 15, 2024, 17:02 IST With falling costs, growing awareness, and coordinated efforts, the EV revolution could arrive sooner than expected. India’s shift to electric vehicles is not just an environmental necessity but also an opportunity to redefine its transportation landscape for the future. (Image: Shutterstock) India stands at the brink of a major … Read more
Last Updated:October 24, 2024, 16:58 IST With accessible charging options, more people will feel confident in switching to EVs, driving up demand and accelerating adoption. Public charging stations have skyrocketed, growing from 1,800 in February 2022 to a remarkable 16,347 by March 2024. (Image: Shutterstock) The transportation sector in India is actively gearing up for … Read more
In an ET exclusive interview with KumKum Dasgupta, Mercedes-Benz board member Renata Jungo Brüngger lays out the luxury and commercial carmaker’s elaborate plans for a sustainable business – they go beyond climate protection. India is a growing market for Mercedes-Benz. Recently, it sold 5,117 vehicles in Q3 2024, marking a robust 21% growth. The company’s … Read more
The global automotive industry is undergoing a seismic shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) driven by the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions and the rapid advancements in technology. While electric cars and bikes have garnered significant attention, the electrification of heavy-duty trucks represents the next crucial frontier, especially for a country like India. The transport … Read more
Many fleet operators are still unfamiliar with the operational differences between electric and conventional vehicles. (Photo: Engineer’s Planet) Electrifying fleet and commercial vehicles emerges as a promising strategy, given that the transport sector accounts for 40% of global CO2 emissions. The Indian government is actively working to lower the nation’s greenhouse gas emissions and achieve … Read more
Can Wireless & Fast Charging Transform India’s EV Landscape? (Representational Image) (Photo: Linkedin) Despite subsidy cuts, India’s EV industry grew by 41% in FY24 with 1.6 million registrations, thanks to advanced charging tech like wireless & fast charging. The Indian EV industry witnessed a sharp 41 percent growth in EV sales in FY24, despite the … Read more
A dozen out of 14 new car brands slated for launch in the next financial year will be electric as carmakers align themselves to the government’s aim of having a third of sales powered by battery electric vehicles (BEVs) by 2030. However, the new nameplates are unlikely to become a major driver in boosting overall … Read more
Last Updated: December 15, 2023, 12:39 IST Audi Unveils India’s First Ultra-Fast Charging Station in Mumbai’s BKC. (Photo: Audi) Audi unveils India’s fastest EV charger in Mumbai, charging Q8 55 e-tron in 26 mins. Green-powered ‘e-tron hub’ redefines convenience for EV owners. Luxury carmaker Audi has just unveiled India’s premier ultra-fast charging station in the … Read more
Automakers are set to get a jolt Tuesday when Ottawa unveils its promised electric vehicle regulations. CBC News has learned that Ottawa will release final regulations it says will ensure that all new passenger cars sold in Canada by 2035 are zero-emission vehicles, a senior government source said. The source — who was not authorized to speak publicly — … Read more
Last Updated: December 09, 2023, 16:01 IST Hero MotoCorp And Ather Energy Collaborate For Inter-operable EV Charging Network. (Representational image/News18) Hero MotoCorp & Ather Energy partners to establish India’s first inter-operable fast-charging network for electric two-wheelers. Hero MotoCorp and Ather Energy have teamed up to create an interoperable fast-charging network for electric vehicles in India. … Read more
