Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2 with up to 323km range launched starting at Rs. 2.9 lakh

Bengaluru-based Ultraviolette Automotive, backed by TVS, has launched the F77 Mach 2 electric motorcycle with the tagline “Activate Flight Mode”. This new, upgraded version arrives after the initial launch of the F77 happened way back in 2022. Continue reading “Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2 with up to 323km range launched starting at Rs. 2.9 lakh”

Ather Rizta family scooter with up to 160km range launched starting at Rs. 1.1 lakh

Ather has introduced its latest electric scooter, the Rizta, tailored for families in India at Ather Community Day 24 in Bengaluru. Marking a new addition to their lineup alongside the Ather 450 series, the Rizta offers two variants: S and Z. Continue reading “Ather Rizta family scooter with up to 160km range launched starting at Rs. 1.1 lakh”

Tesla plans to scout sites for EV plant in India: Report

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Elon Musk’s Tesla is looking into potential locations in India for its proposed electric car manufacturing plant, with an investment ranging between $2 billion to $3 billion, according to a report from the Financial Times. Continue reading “Tesla plans to scout sites for EV plant in India: Report”

Indian Oil, Panasonic partner for Lithium-Ion cell production in India

India’s electric mobility revolution is set to receive a major boost with the announcement of a joint venture (JV) between IndianOil Corporation Ltd. (IndianOil) and Panasonic Energy Co. Ltd. (Panasonic Energy). Continue reading “Indian Oil, Panasonic partner for Lithium-Ion cell production in India”

Xiaomi SU7 series variants, price revealed

Xiaomi has stepped into the electric vehicle (EV) market with its debut electric car, the SU7, introduced following last year’s announcement. Unveiled in China today, the SU7 is designed to rival established competitors like Tesla. Continue reading “Xiaomi SU7 series variants, price revealed”

EV startup River secures USD 40 million funding led by Yamaha Motor

Yamaha Motor has announced its recent investment in River, an Indian startup manufacturing electric scooters. River has emerged as a significant player in India’s electric scooter market, establishing itself with quality and stylish offerings through its subsidiary, River Mobility Private Limited in Bengaluru. Continue reading “EV startup River secures USD 40 million funding led by Yamaha Motor”

Ather 450S gets price cut, now starts at Rs. 1.1 lakh

Ather has announced a Rs. 20,000 price cut for the Ather 450S, just five months after the launch. The electric scooter, which was launched at Rs. 1,29,999 now costs Rs. ₹ 1,09,999 (ex-showroom, Bengaluru, including Fame II subsidy). Continue reading “Ather 450S gets price cut, now starts at Rs. 1.1 lakh”

Ather 450 Apex has transparent panels, comes in new color, offers 100Kmph speed with Warp+ mode and costs Rs. 1.89 lakhs

Ather has introduced the new Ather 450 Apex, the company’s next electric scooter, in an online event, after teasers. This comes in a new Indium Blue colour with a depth of red and a satin-like feel. There are transparent panels for the chassis that are glossy outside, frosted inside. Continue reading “Ather 450 Apex has transparent panels, comes in new color, offers 100Kmph speed with Warp+ mode and costs Rs. 1.89 lakhs”

Xiaomi SU7 and SU7 Max with up to 800KM range, up to 265Kmph top speed announced

Xiaomi just announced the SU7 series, the company’s first electric cars at an event in China, after rumours. These come in SU7 and SU7 Max models, both with Xiaomi HyperEngine V6/V6s motors with 21000 rpm, and the company says that HyperEngine V8s that is in mass production offers 27200rpm and will be ready for 2025. It is also working on a 35000rpm motor with carbon-sleeved rotor for the future. Continue reading “Xiaomi SU7 and SU7 Max with up to 800KM range, up to 265Kmph top speed announced”

Simple Dot One electric scooter with up to 151KM range launched starting at Rs. 1.4 lakhs

Bengaluru-based start-up, Simple Energy, unveiled the Simple ONE, back in May 2023, after a series of improvements with whopping 212 KM range in IDC range. Now the company has launched a new Simple Dot ONE model with a 151KM range. Continue reading “Simple Dot One electric scooter with up to 151KM range launched starting at Rs. 1.4 lakhs”

BPCL and Tata partner to setup 7000 EV chargers by 2024

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd. (TPEM) have announced that they have signed an MOU to collaborate in establishing public charging stations across India. Continue reading “BPCL and Tata partner to setup 7000 EV chargers by 2024”

Ather to launch family-oriented scooter, upgrade Ather 450 series in 2024

Ather Energy, the Bengaluru-based EV maker, plans to roll out a family-oriented scooter in 2024, promising a more spacious and comfortable ride, Co-founder and CEO Tarun Mehta shared this exciting development on X (formerly Twitter). Continue reading “Ather to launch family-oriented scooter, upgrade Ather 450 series in 2024”

India gets closer to Tesla deal for EV imports and plant setup: Report

India is nearing an agreement with Tesla to allow the U.S. company to import its electric cars to the country starting next year and establish a factory within two years, as per a Bloomberg report. Continue reading “India gets closer to Tesla deal for EV imports and plant setup: Report”

Xiaomi SU7 series electric car with HyperOS surfaces

A filing in China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has revealed details about the upcoming electric vehicle (EV) named Xiaomi SU7. Xiaomi previously announced the construction of an EV plant in Beijing with an annual production capacity of 300,000 units. Continue reading “Xiaomi SU7 series electric car with HyperOS surfaces”