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Tesla made an annual profit of $12.6 billion in 2022, expects strong demand in 2023
World

Tesla made an annual profit of $12.6 billion in 2022, expects strong demand in 2023

Despite price cuts of up to 20 per cent on some of its vehicles, Elon Musk says demand for Tesla products is strong and that sales are constrained only by production.

Budget 2023-24 Expectation: EV industry aspires reduction in GST, extension of FAME II subsidy
Opinion

Budget 2023-24 Expectation: EV industry aspires reduction in GST, extension of FAME II subsidy

The upcoming budget is an opportunity for the government to take further steps to support the growth of the industry and make electric vehicles more accessible to Indian consumers

Electric vehicle sales in India set to cross 1-million milestone this year
Business

Electric vehicle sales in India set to cross 1-million milestone this year

Manufacturers like Tata Motors, Ola Electric, and Ather Energy are the main gainers from the rising adoption of EVs

Explained: Why Electrical Vehicles will become more affordable in 2023
Business

Explained: Why Electrical Vehicles will become more affordable in 2023

Americans, who purchase certain brands of electric vehicles, as well as some plug-in gas-electric hybrids and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, will be eligible for a $7,500 tax credit. It is a part of the Inflation Reduction Act and is intended to boost EV sales while lowering greenhouse gas emissions

Watch: Israeli EV firm showcases the most viable personal flying vehicle for short, inter-city commutes
News & Analysis

Watch: Israeli EV firm showcases the most viable personal flying vehicle for short, inter-city commutes

The flying taxi prototype showcased by Israel’s flying EV startup AIR, will be able to carry two people, and will have a range of 100 kilometres on a single charge.

Explained: Why warmer noses are better at fighting colds
World

Explained: Why warmer noses are better at fighting colds

A new study published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology on Tuesday describes a previously unknown way that the immune system attacks viral intruders inside the nose — and discovers that it works better when it's warm

Electric Vehicle: Future of Indian automotive industry
Opinion

Electric Vehicle: Future of Indian automotive industry

EVs are cheaper to operate and maintain, and produce zero emissions. This makes them an attractive option for both individual consumers and businesses

Bikes, batteries spark concern in New York City: Why are they catching fire?
World

Bikes, batteries spark concern in New York City: Why are they catching fire?

City officials in New York are considering new laws after the fire department counted nearly 200 blazes and six fire deaths this year tied to problems with lithium-ion batteries in ‘micromobility’ devices such as electric bikes and scooters

Indian Army to reduce carbon emissions, will procure EVs for select units
India

Indian Army to reduce carbon emissions, will procure EVs for select units

Various factors unique to the Indian Army's employability, remote locations of employment and operational commitments were considered before finalising the roadmap for induction of EVs, the officials said

Bharat Forge announces action plan to foray into e-mobility worldwide
Business

Bharat Forge announces action plan to foray into e-mobility worldwide

Bharat Forge has, in the recent past, acquired multiple firms that had its play in e-mobility technology, including electric two-wheeler manufacturer, Tork Motors. With these acquisitions, the company is focusing on light-weight manufacturing

California to go electric by 2035: Will its ambitious EV project be hiccup-free?
World

California to go electric by 2035: Will its ambitious EV project be hiccup-free?

Electric vehicles now cost substantially more than gas-powered vehicles. There are shortages of precious metals needed for their batteries and the US has little battery manufacturing capacity

Tata Nexon EV Max - First drive review: A stronger case?
Auto

Tata Nexon EV Max - First drive review: A stronger case?

Does the Tata Nexon EV Max make a stronger case for an affordable yet usable electric car over the standard version of the Nexon EV? We took it for a spin recently to answer that question for you!

Tamil Nadu: One more electric scooter goes up in flames as EV mishaps continue in India
India

Tamil Nadu: One more electric scooter goes up in flames as EV mishaps continue in India

This is the first EV fire incident of Okinawa since the company has recalled its electric scooters due to battery related issues

Tata Avinya EV concept breaks cover: All you need to know
Auto

Tata Avinya EV concept breaks cover: All you need to know

Tata Motors officials state the Avinya concept will be introduced to the market by 2025.

MG Motors launches ZS EV 2022 in India; all you need to know about price, features and specifications
Auto

MG Motors launches ZS EV 2022 in India; all you need to know about price, features and specifications

The MG ZS EV 2022 model comes equipped with a range of infotainment features such as a 10.1-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, wireless phone charging, seven-inch LCD driver display and PM 2.5 filter

Glitch-prone electric SUVs rank low on reliability, according to Consumer Reports’ latest survey
News & Analysis

Glitch-prone electric SUVs rank low on reliability, according to Consumer Reports’ latest survey

Electric SUVs were the least reliable category in the annual survey of subscribers of Consumer Reports, who collectively own more than 300,000 vehicles.

Ola Electric scooter launch highlights: Prices start at Rs 99,999 with the S1 Pro having a range of up to 181 kilometres and top speed of 115 kph
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Ola Electric scooter launch highlights: Prices start at Rs 99,999 with the S1 Pro having a range of up to 181 kilometres and top speed of 115 kph

The Ola Electric scooter – in top-spec S1 Pro form – is set to have a battery capacity of close to 3.6 kWh and a range of up to 150 kilometres.

Ola Electric scooter to be launched in India on 15 August: CEO Bhavish Aggarwal announces date on Twitter
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Ola Electric scooter to be launched in India on 15 August: CEO Bhavish Aggarwal announces date on Twitter

The Ola Electric scooter – in top-spec S1 Pro form – is set to have a battery capacity of close to 3.6 kWh and a range of up to 150 kilometres.

EV policy impact: Hero Electric scooter prices start at under Rs 40,000 in Maharashtra and Gujarat
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EV policy impact: Hero Electric scooter prices start at under Rs 40,000 in Maharashtra and Gujarat

Hero Electric scooter prices have come down by as much as Rs 25,000 in Maharashtra post introduction of EV policy 2021.

Canada declares only zero-emission vehicles will be sold in the country by 2035
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Canada declares only zero-emission vehicles will be sold in the country by 2035

A shift to EVs will help Canada meet its overall net-zero carbon emissions target for the economy by mid-century.