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Nissan unveils aspirational electric vehicle plan, to launch 23 EVs with $18 billion investment

Nissan will be spending twice as much as it did in the previous decade for a share of the EV market as rivals, including Toyota Motor Corp and newer entrants such as Tesla Inc, move ahead with their electric-car plans

Nov 29, 2021, 16:44 PM IST

Chinese phone maker Xiaomi to setup its first electric vehicle factory in Beijing, first car to launch in 2024

In March 2021, Xiaomi said it would commit to investing $10 billion in a new electric car division over 10 years and completed the business registration of its EV unit in late August.

Nov 29, 2021, 11:45 AM IST

Greater Noida to get its first public electric vehicle charging station soon, 100 more planned

The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) said it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with CESL for setting up 100 charging stations for EVs.

Nov 24, 2021, 12:18 PM IST

Good news for car owners: Delhi govt permits use of 10 year old diesel cars, but with a catch

The Delhi government has allowed the use of diesel cars older than 10 years, but only after they have been retrofitted their vehicles with electric kits. 

Nov 20, 2021, 16:15 PM IST

This Fisker Ocean electric SUV promises 565 km battery range, more than Tesla Model Y

Fisker said its Ocean Ultra has an estimated driving range of 340 miles, which is priced at $49,999. In comparison, Tesla's Model Y Long Range has a driving range of 330 miles and is priced at $58,990.

Nov 18, 2021, 12:19 PM IST

'These suckers are something else' says President Joe Biden after speeding in an electric Hummer: Watch

As part of a nationwide White House tour promoting the $1 trillion infrastructure law, Joe Biden visited the General Motors Co electric vehicle assembly plant in Detroit, driving the all-electric Hummer SUV.

Nov 18, 2021, 09:50 AM IST

Elon Musk sells Tesla shares worth $6.9 billion on Twitterati’s advice, EV firm’s stock nosedive

Tesla CEO Elon Musk sold shares worth $6.9 billion in the electric car manufacturer. 

Nov 13, 2021, 15:43 PM IST

Is your electric car as eco-friendly as you thought? Questions arise on energy sources to charge EVs

Countries where charging an electric vehicle is over 85% cleaner than driving a gasoline-powered car tend to be those with a consistent low-carbon energy supply source, namely hydroelectric or nuclear.

Nov 12, 2021, 08:42 AM IST

Top automakers pledge to phase out fossil fuel cars, Announce timeline to go electric: A list

With Mercedes-Benz (Daimler) announcing their ambitious electric vehicle plans and commit to COP26 agreement, here's a list of all the top global automakers setting a deadline for switching to EVs.

Nov 11, 2021, 10:25 AM IST

Mahindra to launch 16 new electric vehicles by 2027 across SUV and LCV categories

Mahindra and Mahindra, which has already announced plans to invest Rs 3,000 crore in EVs, is also considering a new brand name for the electric SUVs that it will launch by 2027. 

Nov 10, 2021, 15:13 PM IST

Australian govt pledge $132 million to ramp up the rollout of hydrogen refuelling and EV charging stations

Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the beefed up Future Fuels Fund provides "an Australian way" to lower transport emissions, reiterating a slogan he introduced recently to describe the country's middle ground on climate change policy.

Nov 10, 2021, 08:39 AM IST

Delhi air quality: Top electric cars to buy in India under Rs 25 Lakh - Tata, MG and more

With fuel prices breaking new records with every passing day and Delhi's AQI reaching all-time low, we have created a list of top electric cars you can buy in India under Rs 25 Lakh.

 

Nov 09, 2021, 11:40 AM IST

Delhi govt to install electric vehicle chargers at Rs 2,500; Subsidy for first 30,000 applicants

Delhi government will charge only Rs 2,500 to install private chargers for light electric vehicles, including two and three wheelers at malls, apartments, hospitals and such other places in the city. 

Nov 09, 2021, 10:23 AM IST

Volkswagen ID.5 electric coupe makes global debut, Gets ID.4 inspired design and GTX trim - In Pics

The Volkswagen ID.5 electric coupe gets one battery – a 77-kilowatt-hour pack paired to one of three electric motor outputs, depending on the trim – ID.5 Pro, ID.5 Pro Performance, or ID.5 GTX.

Nov 05, 2021, 12:41 PM IST

Tesla opens its Superchargers for other electric vehicles, Starts pilot project in the Netherlands

The Tesla Superchargers are open to cars with the Combined Charging System (CCS) favored by BMW, Mercedes-Benz maker Daimler, Ford and the Volkswagen, which includes Audi and Porsche.

Nov 02, 2021, 15:37 PM IST

COP26: UK launches India Green Guarantee, commits new funds for EVs in India

The green guarantee financing will support clean and resilient infrastructure in sectors such as clean energy, transport, and urban development.

Nov 01, 2021, 21:17 PM IST

Odisha govt announces full tax exemption, registration fee waiver for Electric Vehicles

Currently, apart from the central government e-vehicle policy called FAME II, states like Delhi, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat and Maharashtra have implemented the ‘e-vehicle’ policy.

Nov 01, 2021, 09:45 AM IST

Euler launches HiLoad EV cargo 3-Wheeler in India at Rs 3.50 lakh, Gets 688 kg load capacity

Euler Motors has launched its first cargo three-wheeler - Euler HiLoad EV, which gets a load capacity of 688 kg and is priced at Rs 3,49,999, with pre-bookings open across India.

Oct 27, 2021, 14:47 PM IST

Apple supplier Foxconn unveils three new electric vehicle prototypes including two sedans with upto 750km range

The prototypes are projected to become actual models from 2022 for Model T. The Model C is projected to be available by 2023.

Oct 20, 2021, 09:39 AM IST

Tata Motors shares zoomed on USD 1 bn-TPG Rise Climate fundraise pact

The fund will be used to partly fund investment of USD 2 billion (over Rs 16,000 crore) in the next five years by a new subsidiary of the company for expanding its EV business, including launching of 10 EV models.

Oct 14, 2021, 09:49 AM IST