Automotive influencer warns people against buying EVs. His grouse lies with charging ports
In a recent post, Gaurav Yadav, founder of GaadiWaadi and leading automotive influencer, argued that people should not buy an EV. With over 1 million views, his reel led to considerable anger from the rather virulent community of EV enthusiasts in India….
Ravindra Energy’s Unit Starts India’s Largest Heavy EV Battery-Swapping Hub at JNPT
Ravindra Energy said its associate Energy in Motion has started commercial operations at what it calls India’s largest battery swapping and charging station for heavy vehicles, located at the Nhava Sheva Freeport Container Terminal in Jawaharlal Nehru Port. The automated…
GST 2.0 simplifies rates but deepens inverted duty structures in some sectors
The GST 2.0 reforms sought to simplify rates by scrapping the 12 percent slab and moving many goods to the 5 per cent bracket, but officials say it has worsened inverted duty structures in sectors such as textiles, food processing…
ARC Electric Scales to 150 Electric SUVs in Delhi NCR, Emerges as Region’s Largest Premium EV Fleet Operator
India’s electric mobility transition is entering a new phase, with enterprise demand driving scale in premium segments. Reflecting this shift, ARC Electric has scaled its fleet to 150 electric SUVs in Delhi NCR, emerging as the region’s largest premium EV…
3 critical electric truck components must be made in India from Sept 1
The Union Ministry of Heavy Industries has issued a notification tightening domestic making requirements for electric trucks under the government’s flagship PM E-DRIVE scheme. The notification says three critical electronic components — Battery Management System (BMS); DC-DC Converter and Vehicle…
Tata.ev and ChargeZone Launch 720 kW Highway EV Charging Hub at Khalapur on Mumbai–Pune Expressway
A new high power EV charging hub has started operations on the Mumbai–Pune Expressway. It is located at the Khalapur food mall on the westbound side and is built for long distance electric travel support. This setup is developed by…
Horse Powertrain Eyes India Entry To Tap Booming Small Car Demand After GST Cut
Engine manufacturer Horse Powertrain is preparing to set up shop in India, betting on a surge in compact car demand triggered by recent tax reforms in the country, according to its chief executive, the Business Standard reported. The Narendra Modi-led…
PURPLE BUS Drives Maharashtras First Private EV Revolution
Pune, Maharashtra — In a bold leap toward a cleaner tomorrow, PURPLE BUS proudly announces the launch of Maharashtra’s first electric intercity bus service by a private operator, now operating on the high-demand Pune – Mumbai – Pune shuttle route—redefining…
Haryana proposes mandatory EV charging infrastructure in buildings, seeks public feedback
In a major push towards electric mobility and future-ready urban infrastructure, Haryana’s Town and Country Planning Department (TCPD) has proposed amendments to the Haryana Building Code, 2017, making electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure mandatory in both residential and non-residential buildings….
GreenCell Mobility Builds One of India’s Safest Public Transport Networks
Mumbai, April 28th, 2026: GreenCell Mobility (GCM), a leading mobility platform in India, is enhancing public transportation through a strong focus on safety, advanced technology, and operational excellence. Backed by Eversource Capital, GCM is setting new benchmarks for urban electric mobility….
