Author: Michael Khan

Tesla has begun offering its Model Y electric vehicles in India, listing the rear-wheel drive version at a starting price of 6 million rupees ($69,770) on its website, ahead of the opening of its first showroom in Mumbai. India, the world’s third-largest car market, currently sees electric vehicles account for just 4% of total car sales. The high entry price, limited public charging infrastructure, and dominance of internal combustion engine vehicles remain barriers to wider EV adoption. Tesla’s entry signals a push to tap into the country’s wealthier urban consumers, who have increasingly turned to premium goods and luxury vehicles.…

Tesla will open its first experience center in India on July 15 at Jio World Drive in Mumbai, marking a significant milestone in its push into the Indian electric vehicle market, Reuters reported. The company signed a lease for the 4,000-square-foot retail space in March, located near Apple’s flagship store in the city. The opening aligns with Tesla’s broader retail and service strategy in India. In June, the company secured commercial space in Kurla West, Mumbai, which is expected to serve as a service facility. Tesla now holds four commercial properties in India, including an engineering hub in Pune, a…

Tata Motors has commenced series production of its new flagship electric SUV, the Harrier.ev, just one month after its official unveiling. The company has already received more than 10,000 bookings and is preparing to start customer deliveries before the end of July. The first unit of the Harrier.ev rolled off the assembly line at Tata Motors’ manufacturing facility in Pune, Maharashtra. Painted in the model’s signature ‘Nainital Nocturne’ blue, the vehicle marks a key milestone in the company’s expanding electric vehicle portfolio. Tata had initially introduced the internal combustion version of the Harrier in 2019 and has since adapted the…

Servotech Renewable has announced plans to establish India’s first electric vehicle (EV) charging hub dedicated to airside operations, to be located at Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) in Bengaluru. The project, commissioned by Bengaluru International Airport Limited (BIAL), aims to support the airport’s growing fleet of electric vehicles and marks a milestone in decarbonising ground operations. Under the agreement, Servotech Renewable will supply, install, test, and commission the EV charging infrastructure, as well as provide maintenance for five years. The contract includes ten 240 kW ultra-fast DC chargers—totaling a combined output of 2.4 MW—to support high-capacity electric buses used to transport…

Ultraviolette Automotive, a premium electric motorcycle manufacturer based in India, has expanded its European footprint by launching sales in France, marking its presence in ten European markets. The Bengaluru-based company announced that it will open pre-orders for its F77 Mach 2 and F77 Superstreet models by the end of July, with deliveries expected to begin in August or September. The move is part of Ultraviolette’s broader strategy to tap into the growing demand for high-performance electric two-wheelers across Europe. To incentivize early adopters in France, the company is offering a limited-time discount. The F77 Mach 2, typically priced at €9,990,…

Tamil Nadu has launched its first fleet of electric buses for public transport, deploying 120 low-floor, battery-electric buses across Chennai as part of a broader push to reduce emissions and improve air quality in the capital city. The electric buses, operated by a private contractor under a gross cost contract (GCC) model, serve 11 routes throughout Chennai. Under this arrangement, the operator maintains ownership and manages the daily operations of the vehicles, while the government compensates on a per-kilometre basis. Manufactured by OHM Global Mobility—a subsidiary of Switch Mobility owned by Ashok Leyland—the fleet cost the Tamil Nadu government ₹2.079…

India is ramping up efforts to reduce its dependence on foreign sources of rare earth minerals, following China’s imposition of new export controls that have unsettled global supply chains, according to a government economic report released on Friday. The finance ministry’s May economic review highlighted concerns over potential disruptions in the domestic supply of rare earth elements — materials essential for electric vehicles, wind turbines, and medical equipment — as China tightens its grip on global exports. Despite possessing the world’s fifth-largest reserves, India’s rare earth production remains minimal and underdeveloped. “In response to global supply risks, India has been…

Mobileye, a provider of Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS), has introduced region-specific enhancements to its safety technology in India, a country that recorded the highest number of road traffic fatalities globally in 2022. The company’s ADAS technology has been adapted to meet the distinct challenges of India’s road conditions, which include a broad mix of vehicles, pedestrians, and animals, often in environments with limited road infrastructure. India reported more than 168,000 traffic deaths in 2022, according to government data. As part of broader safety goals, the Indian government has drafted legislation that would make features such as blind spot monitoring and…

ChargeZone, India’s largest electric vehicle (EV) charging network operator, has inaugurated the country’s largest EV charging hub in Bengaluru, with more than 200 charging points and a total capacity exceeding 4 megawatts. The company is aiming to serve the growing demand for EV infrastructure in the southern technology hub known as India’s “Silicon Valley.” Located in Karnataka’s capital, the new site includes 80 direct current (DC) fast chargers with dual charging guns and 50 alternating current (AC) chargers. The facility can accommodate up to 210 EVs charging simultaneously and operates 24/7. With provisions for electric cars, intercity buses and heavy-duty…

Volkswagen Group has approved a fresh investment of €1 billion to support the development and launch of its next-generation models in India, including battery electric vehicles (BEVs), as part of its India 3.0 initiative, according to a report from The Economic Times. The decision marks the group’s first major commitment to locally produced electric vehicles for the Indian market. The investment will be managed by Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL), the Group’s India arm, which oversees brands including Volkswagen, Skoda, Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini. The upcoming product portfolio will include internal combustion engine (ICE), hybrid, and fully electric…

Pakistan has unveiled its National Electric Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025–30, pledging over 100 billion rupees (approximately 306 million euros) in subsidies to accelerate the adoption of electric mobility. The government aims to convert 30% of all new vehicle sales to electric models by the end of the decade. “This policy is not merely a statement of intent — it is the blueprint for Pakistan’s clean energy revolution,” said Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, during a press briefing on the new initiative. In the upcoming financial year alone, the government will allocate nine…

Mumbai has launched battery swapping stations at 31 of its Metro and Monorail stations, in a move to accelerate electric mobility and boost public transport infrastructure in the Indian financial capital. The project, led by Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Ltd (MMMOCL) in partnership with Honda Power Pack Energy India, has introduced dedicated kiosks for Honda-compatible electric two- and three-wheelers. These enable riders to replace depleted batteries with fully charged ones in under two minutes, offering a swift alternative to conventional charging. The 31 locations include 25 Metro stations and six Monorail stations. According to MMMOCL, the initiative is also…