Electric Vehicles: News
Ducati MG-20 goes official as brand's first folding electric cycle
Italian automaker Ducati has unveiled a folding bicycle suitable for city riding, known as the MG-20. It is unclear whether it will arrive in India.
Greta Harper ZX Series-I electric scooter debuts at Rs. 42,000
Homegrown start-up Greta Electric Scooters has introduced the Harper ZX Series-I e-scooter in India.
Ukraine is using this e-bike to take on Russia
To transport aid and weapons during the ongoing Russian invasion, Ukrainian soldiers are using an electric bike, called the Top 3.0 Ebike.
Odysse V2 e-scooter launched in India at Rs. 75,000
Mumbai-based Odysse has launched its V2 and V2+ scooters in India. The price starts at Rs. 75,000.
Honda teases its 2024 Prologue electric SUV: Check features
Japanese automaker Honda is expected to introduce its Prologue SUV in North America sometime around 2024.
Ford will not make EVs in India; withdraws PLI application
Ford has scrapped its plans to manufacture EVs in India for the global markets. Geopolitical tensions and a difficult business case might have influenced this decision.
Prior to unveiling, Mercedes-Benz teases its Vision AMG concept EV
German automaker Mercedes-Benz will showcase the concept version of its Vision AMG car on May 19.
This is the world's first airport for flying taxis
Urban-Air Port has set up a demonstration site for its upcoming Air One vertiport—an airport for electric aircraft that land and take off vertically—in Coventry, UK.
2022 Horwin SK3 maxi-scooter arrives in Europe with 300km range
Chinese automaker Horwin has introduced the 2022 version of its SK3 maxi-style scooter in Europe. Its arrival on our shores seems unlikely.
Tata Motors' AVINYA concept previews electric car coming in 2025
Tata Motors has pulled the wraps off its second EV concept dubbed 'AVINYA.' The production-ready version will be up for grabs in India in 2025.
Centre stops EV makers from launching new vehicles
Recent incidents of EV fires have rocked the industry. Now, the Indian government has asked electric two-wheeler manufacturers to halt the launches of new scooters till the investigation of recent fire incidents is over.
Wiesmann Project Thunderball e-roadster arrives with 500km range
German automaker Wiesmann has revealed its Project Thunderball roadster. Its arrival on our shores seems improbable, though.
Tata Motors bags Rs. 5,000cr government tender for electric buses
Tata Motors has emerged as the lowest bidder for a government tender of 5,450 electric buses valued at Rs. 5,000 crore. The contract will be valid for a period of 12 years.
BMW i7 electric sedan: A look at its top features
German automaker BMW had unveiled its i7 all-electric sedan in the global markets earlier this month. We are unsure whether it will arrive in India.
Trinity Uranus RS EV goes official with 100km range
German start-up Trinity has launched the Uranus RS scooter in its home country. Its debut in India seems unlikely.
Indian government calls for immediate recall of defective EVs
In light of recent mishaps involving electric two-wheelers, the government has asked EV manufacturers to voluntarily recall defective vehicles.
Telangana: Electric scooter battery explosion claims 1 life, 4 injured
An 80-year-old man died in Telangana's Nizamabad on Wednesday after the battery of an electric scooter allegedly exploded at his house.
Lincoln Star SUV concept breaks cover: A preview of future
Ford-owned luxury automaker Lincoln has revealed an all-electric concept SUV dubbed the 'Star.' It is a representation of the brand's future electrification plans.
Audi urbansphere concept: A look at its best features
German automaker Audi has showcased its urbansphere concept car for traffic-dense megacities. It is unclear whether it will enter production.
EV subsidies explained: What are they and how to avail
Electric two-wheelers are slowly gaining prominence in India because they are environmentally friendly and have lower running costs.
Electric scooter fire incidents in India: Addressing the burning issues
A clutch of electric scooters that caught fire in the recent days have put the spotlight on automakers and sparked safety concerns among customers as well as the government.
Trouve Motor teases the H2, India's first 'hyper-maxi' scooter
IIT-Delhi incubated EV start-up Trouve Motor has teased a new all-electric maxi-scooter dubbed the "H2" in India. The company claims that it will be the country's "first Hyper-Maxi scooter."
Fisker establishes headquarters in India; Ocean and PEAR EVs confirmed
American automaker Fisker has established its headquarters in Hyderabad for initial operations in India.
Homegrown Wroley launches three e-scooters with up to 90km range
Noida-based Wroley E-Scooter has launched three electric scooters, namely Mars, Platina, and Posh in India. They have a starting price-tag of Rs. 66,000.
Ola S1 Pro fire: Government to seek Ola Electric's explanation
The Centre is likely to seek an explanation from Ola Electric regarding the S1 Pro going up in flames in Pune last month.
Norway hits EV adoption record led by Tesla Model Y
Norway, the leading country for electric vehicle (EV) adoption per capita, has set yet another record.
BMW i3 eDrive35L electric sedan unveiled in China
German automaker BMW has revealed its i3 eDrive35L sedan for the Chinese market. It is unlikely to arrive on our shores.
Lotus Eletre, with 600km range, goes official: Check top features
British automaker Lotus has revealed its Eletre crossover SUV. Its deliveries will begin in the international markets in 2023.
Lotus's first SUV to be called Eletre: Everything we know
British automaker Lotus has announced that its first SUV will be called Eletre and it will be unveiled today.
Honda e:Ny1 Prototype SUV showcased: Check out its features
Japanese automaker Honda has showcased its e:Ny1 Prototype SUV for the European and North American markets. It is unclear whether it will arrive in India.
Why do EVs catch fire and how to prevent them?
Electric vehicles are prone to catching fire and this is evident from the multiple incidents being reported across India.
Opel Rocks-e Kargo EV, for last-mile deliveries, goes official
German automaker Opel has revealed its Rocks-e Kargo quadricycle in Europe. Its bookings will commence there later this year.
IIT Delhi-based start-up teases electric sports bike; debut in late-2022
IIT Delhi-incubated start-up Trouve Motor will launch its first hyper-sports superbike in India in the second half of this year.
iVOOMi Energy's Jeet and S1 electric scooters launched in India
Indian electric vehicle manufacturer iVOOMi Energy has launched two electric scooter models, S1 and Jeet, in India. The latter is available in two variants - Jeet and Jeet Pro.
Yamaha E01 electric scooter, with 104km range, breaks cover
Japanese automaker Yamaha has unveiled the E01 scooter in its home country. It is currently available for demonstration purposes.
BMW teases its iX1 electric crossover: Check what's new
German automaker BMW is tipped to unveil its iX1 electric crossover soon. It is unclear whether it will arrive in India.
Audi reveals stunning A6 Avant e-tron Concept all-electric wagon
German automaker Audi has unveiled an all-electric wagon, the A6 Avant e-tron Concept. The production model will hit the market in 2024.
Yamaha Neo electric scooter arrives in European market
Japanese automaker Yamaha has launched its Neo scooter in Europe. It is unclear whether it would be introduced in our market.
Indian Motorcycle introduces eFTR Hooligan 1.2 bicycle: Details here
Indian Motorcycle has unveiled its eFTR Hooligan 1.2 bicycle in the US. It is built in collaboration with Super 73 and will not be introduced on our shores.
Mercedes-AMG EQE electric sedan, with 518km of range, goes official
German automaker Mercedes-Benz has revealed the AMG iteration of its EQE electric sedan. It will be up for grabs in the US early next year.