System Design for PV-driven Hybrid EV Charging Stations
Charging EVs with the help of on-site solar arrays and battery energy storage systems (BESS) is an attractive proposition as it reduces reliance on fossil fuels, optimizes self-consumption, and minimizes grid overload. Therefore, the interest in solar-plus-BESS-powered charging stations has…
India’s Passenger EV Market Will Hot up in Next 3-4 Years
In 2023, India’s passenger vehicle sales grew 10% YoY, but its electric vehicle (EV) sales nearly doubled to account for 2% of the overall PV sales. This EV surge in EV sales can be can be attributed to factors like,…
EV Startup Raptee Rolls Out Production-ready E-motorcycle From Chennai Plant
Raptee Energy, the Chennai-based electric vehicle (EV) startup, has rolled out its first production-ready motorcycle from its manufacturing plant in Chennai, signalling the company’s transition from startup to a full-fledged EV brand. The plant has an annual capacity for 100,000…
Okaya EV’s Ferrato to Unveil First Electric Motorcycle in India
Okaya EV, a homegrown electric vehicle manufacturer, is preparing to introduce its new high-end brand, Ferrato, in the Indian market. The company has previously indicated plans for two motorcycles and a scooter under this brand. Recently, Ferrato provided a glimpse…
Terra Charge Rolls Out Two New 3.3 kW EV Chargers to Cater to Fleet Operators, Premium Properties, Hotel Parking Lots
Terra Charge, an EV charging infrastructure development company and Charging Point Operator (CPO), has launched two new in-house 3.3kW EV chargers — Kiwami and Takumi, one designed for fleet operators and another for premium properties and hotel parking lots —…
Citroen Commences Exports of Made-in-India e-C3 EV
Citroen has commenced exports of locally manufactured electric vehicles (EVs) to international markets. The first batch of made-in-India e-C3s was recently shipped to Indonesia. The Citroen e-C3 uses a 29.2 kWh battery pack, offering an ARAI-certified range of 320 km….
Tata Passenger Electric Mobility inks MoU With Shell India for EV Charging Network
Tata Passenger Electric Mobility has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with Shell India Markets to collaborate in establishing public charging stations across the country. The collaboration will leverage Shell’s widespread fuel station network and TPEM’s insights from over 1.4…
Ultraviolette Launches 8 Lakh Kilometre Warranty for F77 Electric Motorcycle in India
The F77, Ultraviolette Automotive’s flagship electric motorcycle available in India, now has enhanced battery warranties. This offer provides extra safety for the EV’s battery and drivetrain. The model will have an 8 lakh-kilometre global warranty as part of the package….
Tesla In Talks With RIL For EV Plant In India
Electric car maker Tesla Inc is said to be in talks with Reliance Industries Ltd to set up an electric vehicle manufacturing unit in India. Tesla is said to have committed USD 2 billion to its upcoming plans in India….
Bounce Infinity Launches Portable Liquid-cooled Battery for E-scooters in Collaboration With Clean Electric
Bounce Infinity, an electric two-wheeler company has launched what it claims is India’s first portable liquid-cooled battery technology in collaboration with Clean Electric. This milestone it says represents a significant leap forward in electric vehicle (EV) performance, promising an extended…
