Author: Michael Khan
Michael Khan has been covering India’s evolving electric vehicle landscape for EVMagz.com since becoming a reporter in 2020, focusing on EV startups, battery manufacturing, charging infrastructure, and government policy across major Indian markets. With a background in international development and digital journalism, he brings a clear, balanced perspective to how technology, investment, and regulation are shaping the future of electric mobility in India. Outside of work, Michael enjoys early-morning yoga, city soundscape photography, and documenting local street food cultures.
Regulations on vehicle emission limits are becoming increasingly stringent in a number of countries, making the world’s tuners try to maneuver. One of them is a British restomod specialist, Charge, who tried to be creative with the 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback. At first glance this car is no different from the original version that became an icon in the 1960s era, because the main difference lies in the engine. Instead of using the iconic V8 engine, this Mustang Fastback is powered by an electric motor that produces 536 hp and a peak torque of 1,200 Nm. The proportion of the…
In order to support the automotive industry in the country, Italy subsidizes up to 6,000 euros for the purchase of electric vehicles. Fully subsidized electric cars must cost under 35,000 euros. The Italian government has also set aside $9.6 billion for electric car subsidies until 2030. Of which, $775 million is allocated for this year. Not only that, the Italian government also provides subsidies of up to 2,500 euros to consumers who want to buy hybrid cars. For car owners who have a vehicle with an old production year, they will receive a compensation of 1,250 euros, if they want…
Collaboration between automotive manufacturers and electronics companies is becoming more and more mainstream nowadays. The goal is to develop a line of electric vehicles and mobility services. As announced earlier, Honda will join forces with Sony to form a joint venture. The two well-known Japanese companies said they would move to form a new company together. The new company is planned to be formed this year, to develop and produce electric-powered vehicles. At the earliest, an electric car as a result of the collaboration between Honda and Sony will begin to be marketed in 2025. And for this operation, the…
Renault Trucks is adding to its electric vehicle line by announcing two new electric truck for the first quarter of 2023. The two models are Renault Trucks T E-Tech and Renault Trucks C E-Tech. Both models are new models with a weight of 44 tons that have different capabilities. Renault Trucks T E-Tech is projected for long-distance transportation. Meanwhile, Renault Trucks C E-Tech is for construction site transport. Both new models will be produced at the Renault Trucks factory in Bourg-en-Bresse, France. The two models themselves come in various versions: as 4×2 and 6×2 semitrailer tractors and as 4×2, 6×2…
German car manufacturer Volkswagen has launched its latest production of the ID version which fans all over the world have been waiting for. They finally launched a Buzz van in Paris on Wednesday, March 9th. This buzz van is a reincarnation of today’s electric car from the VW T1, which has been Volkswagen’s patron for so long. This new product will go on sale in a number of European countries in the third quarter of 2022. “The same van will also be launched in the United States by the end of 2023,” the German automaker said in a statement. They…
Piaggio, a scooter manufacturer from Italy is currently busy preparing their electric vehicle in the Indian market which is scheduled to be completed in 2024. While India’s auto market can’t be taken for granted for electric vehicles, it’s no surprise that manufacturers big and small are scrambling to launch the next big thing in the light electric vehicle (LEV) segment. India has long been at the forefront of the electric revolution, with companies both large and small investing a lot of time, money and effort into the EV scene. See also: Komaki Venice electric scooter officially launched with a 2.9…
Along with Nissan’s new brand identity for the European market, a refresh of the Nissan Leaf was also introduced. This electric-powered car is becoming more and more stunning. The Nissan Leaf is indeed driven to be the best choice for consumers who want an efficient vehicle and without exhaust emissions. It was originally available for pre-order March 1 with a starting price of £26,995. “The Nissan Leaf has always been at the forefront of technology and has been driving the power of electrification to more than 577,000 people globally,” said Arnaud Charpentier, Region Vice President, Product Strategy and Pricing, Nissan…
Volkswagen is re-opening VW e-UP orders! in Germany. Orders for this electric car have been stopped for about 14 months since the end of 2020. Launching the Carscoops page today, Tuesday, February 22, 2022, order the VW e-UP electric car! was discontinued due to the high number of orders. Delivery of this VW electric car unit can take up to 16 months. Now, Volkswagen is opening up orders for the VW e-UP electric car again! in Germany which will be followed by a gradual rollout to European and other markets. See also: Volkswagen will be able to produce 1 million…
Chinese battery manufacturer Envision AESC Group China plans to develop an electric car battery that can offer a range of 1,000 km on a single charge. It is planned that production of this new battery will begin in 2024. Launching the Hindustan Times page today, Wednesday, February 23, 2022, Envision AESC will not only produce new EV batteries. However, they will also double the number of battery cells in each electric car. This will make the EV’s weight heavier, but its reach will be longer. In a recent report, it was stated that the Chinese battery company plans to increase…
Rivian has revealed eight driving modes of the Rivian R1T electric vehicles technology. The driving mode of the electric pickup rivals the Ford F-150 Lightning and Tesla Cybertruck is revealed in this video. The eight driving modes of the Rivian R1T are Sport, Off-Road Drift, All Purpose, Off-Road Auto, Off-Road Rock Crawl, Off-Road Rally, Conserve, and Towing. Interestingly, each mode has different settings for suspension height and hardness, stability control, and regenerative brake strength. See also: Rivian has now produced just over 1,000 electric vehicles by 2021, mainly R1T electric pickup truck Not only that, Rivian also displays the torque…
Mercedes-Benz Korea said that it will continue to upgrade its electric vehicle lineup in South Korea to meet changing customer demands and keep up with automotive industry trends. According to Yonhap, Wednesday, the German automaker plans to launch four all-new models and two facelifts in Korea, Mercedes-Benz Korea President and CEO Thomas Klein said in an online press conference. “We are further enhancing our position in electrification and digitization,” he said. The four models are the new C-Class sedan, the new EQE electrified sedan, the new EQB electric SUV and the new Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 4MATIC+ sedan, all under the…
Kia America has just announced 2022 pricing for their flagship electric lineup, the KIA EV6. For the American market, the 2022 KIA EV6 starts at $33,400 after a $7,500 federal vehicle tax credit. The 2022 KIA EV6 comes with two battery packs, namely 58.0 kWh and 77.4 kWh. The 2022 KIA EV6 with a 58.0 kWh battery pack has a starting price of $40,900, and a net price of $33,400, after a $7,500 federal electric vehicle tax credit. The 2022 KIA EV6 with 77.4 kWh battery pack starts at $47,000 but will cost you $39,500 after the federal tax credit.…