Electric scooter maker Ather Energy on Friday said it has partnered with Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) to expand its charging network. Through the collaboration, Ather will gain access to BPCL’s network of over 21,000 fuel stations across the country, facilitating the installation of Ather’s public fast-charging grid. Ather already has more than 1,400 chargers […]
Electric Vehicles
Lotus Eletre SUV boasts 20-minute charging, bound for Europe soon
The Lotus Eletre electric SUV will boast very fast charging to go with its bevy of performance and tech features. The first SUV from the British automaker known for sports cars, and one of several planned electric models, the Eletre uses an 800-volt electrical architecture that allows for 350-kw DC fast charging—matching the maximum power […]
TVS partners Zomato to deploy over 10,000 iQube electric scooters
TVS Motor Company on Wednesday announced thatit has partnered with food-delivery platform Zomato to strengthen its electrification journey. Under the partnership, 50 TVS iQube scooters have been provided to Zomato delivery partners at an event in Hyderabad through a fleet operator – Chartered Bikes Pvt Ltd x BLive. The two-wheeler major will deploy a total […]
With 1.28 lakh EVs added in 3 years, Kejriwal claims Delhi is India’s EV capital
Delhi has become the capital of electric vehicles in India. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal made this claim on Tuesday while inaugurating 42 new ultra-low-cost electric vehicle charging stations in the national capital. Kejriwal said Delhi has the highest density of electric vehicles in the country which is much higher than the national average. He […]
Electric two-wheeler segment will grow in India despite FAME II subsidy cut: TVS
The Indian electric two-wheeler industry will grow stronger in coming days despite FAME II subsidy cuts raising concerns over possible drop in sales. TVS Motor, one of the leading two-wheeler manufacturers, believes that India will soon become a major hub for electric two-wheelers as well as for escooter and e-motorcycle exports. TVS Motor, which currently […]
Jaguar evolution into all-electric brand on track; new model launches slated in 2025, says – EQ Mag
Addressing shareholders in the company’s Annual Report for 2022-23, he noted that the British automaker is set to transform into a modern luxury vehicle business The transformation of Jaguar into an all-electric luxury brand is on track with first new vehicles to be launched in 2025, according to Jaguar Land Rover chairman N. Chandrasekaran. Addressing […]
JLR to partner with Indian firm Agratas for new gen 120kWh EV batteries – EQ Mag
For its future EVs, JLR will use Tata-owned Agratas’ battery packs that provide a range of up to 720km. JLR (formerly known as Jaguar Land Rover) will partner Indian company Agratas to source battery packs that will give its EVs a range of up to 720km, the company told investors on Monday. Agratas is owned […]
Toyota unveils battery electric vehicle initiatives, aims for a commercial solid-state battery by 2027 – EQ Mag
Japan-based auto manufacturer Toyota has announced that it will introduce high-performance, solid-state batteries and other technologies to improve the range and performance and to cut costs of its electric vehicles. The company aims for a commercial solid-state battery as soon as 2027. It seeks to win over customers by offering vehicles with quicker charging times […]
Foreign automakers get a second chance as India transitions to EVs – EQ Mag
But with the advent of EVs, firms like MG Motor India Pvt, the local unit of China’s SAIC Motor Corp., Renault SA, Nissan Motor Co. and Volkswagen AG may finally gain a better foothold India’s transition to electric vehicles is giving automakers whose conventional gasoline cars have failed to make a mark a second chance. […]
Toyota unveils innovations to improve range, performance of electric vehicles – EQ Mag
TOKYO : Toyota (7203.T) will introduce high-performance, solid-state batteries and other technologies to improve the driving range and cut costs of future electric vehicles (EVs), the automaker said on Tuesday, a strategic pivot that sent its shares higher. The Japanese giant’s technology roadmap, covering aspects as varied as next-generation battery development and a radical redesign […]