Tesla’s Cybertruck is here but could take a while to reach Europe

After years of wait, owing to manufacturing snags, Tesla’s Cybertruck is finally rolling out but it could take a while before reaching European shores.

Deliveries started in the US but Europe will have to wait even though it is an important manufacturing hub for Tesla as well as a key market.

Maruti Suzuki to launch first electric car eVX in India, EV could be priced judiciously

After its trial with hybrid cars, the country’s largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki, is set to launch its first electric car, the eVX, in the Indian market by March next year, and given Maruti’s eye for perfection, we could expect a high-performing car that is priced judiciously.

 

Like the Toyota versions of Maruti cars such as the Glanza (Baleno) and Urban Cruiser (Brezza), the eVX will also have a Toyota version.

EVs have 80% more problems than ICE vehicles: Report

Even as the world is moving towards electric vehicles (EVs), a new report has suggested that EVs have 80 per cent more problems than their conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts.

According to a study by Consumer Reports, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) are even worse with almost 150 per cent more problems.

Future of electric vehicle batteries

In the electric vehicle (EV) space, advancements in battery technology are steering the industry towards a more sustainable and efficient future and here are some future battery technologies we can look forward to.

As we bid farewell to the traditional internal combustion engines (ICEs), emerging battery technologies can revolutionise the way we drive.

Xiaomi launches its first electric car SU7, ready to take on Tesla Model 3 and BMW i4

Xiaomi, the mega Chinese tech and phone company, has vroomed into the car world with its new electric sedan, the Xiaomi SU7.

This has been confirmed by official filings from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) and marks Xiaomi's bold entry into the electric vehicle (EV) space.

Will English sports car brand Lotus see a bumpy journey with Eletre SUV in India?

English sports car brand Lotus has officially forayed into the Indian market with the most powerful and most expensive electric vehicle (EV) — the Eletre SUV — but will it see a bumpy journey in a country where even budget EVs are finding it difficult to see large-scale adoption?

The Eletre is also the first model of Lotus that marks its transition into an only-electric car brand.

Tesla’s $27,000 entry-level electric car from Germany may be exported to India

Tesla, the iconic electric vehicle (EV) maker, is planning to manufacture a euro 25,000 ($27,000) entry-level car from Germany and Elon Musk’s firm may set aside this budget car for markets such as India and other emerging economies.

Tesla’s India plan 

Tesla is also in advanced talks with the Indian government for setting up a manufacturing unit in the country and the Indian plant may also produce a budget car — possibly a different version.

AI set to revolutionise electric vehicle industry

In today’s fast-paced world, revolutionary technologies have continually reshaped industries, the automotive sector being no exception, and this time it is artificial intelligence (AI) that is set to revolutionise the entire electric vehicle (EV) industry.

As society moves towards sustainability, EVs are becoming immensely popular.

Tata Punch EV launch in November-December 2023? | Electric SUV’s pricing and features

In November or December 2023, compact SUV Tata Punch may be rolled out in its electric vehicle (EV) avatar but will the pricing and features keep prospective buyers away from choosing the electric car?

Tata Punch electric most budget-friendly EV 

Tata Motors has just released the Nexon EV Facelift this month and will now be rolling out its compact SUV, which has been seen on the road undergoing tests on several occasions.

Showcasing Maybach 6 electric coupe indicates what cars Mercedes-Benz will bring to India

Mercedes-Benz has just showcased the Vision Maybach 6 electric coupe concept in India that is longer than the Merc S-Class and this could be an indication of the future electric cars coming to the country from the Mercedes’ stable.

The German luxury car was showcased for the first time in its concept form internationally in 2016.

TOP 3 cheapest electric scooters in India | Hero Electric Optima HS500 ER, Okinawa Lite or Ampere Magnus Pro, which is number 1?

As India continues to embrace ecofriendly transportation, electric scooters have gained immense popularity and the top three in terms of price, specs and mileage are Hero Electric Optima HS500 ER, Okinawa Lite and Ampere Magnus Pro, though not in that order. So, which one is number one?

If you’re on a budget but still want to go green, you can explore these cheapest electric scooters available in India as your options.

Vietnam EV maker VinFast may witness a bumpy ride in India

Vietnam-based electric vehicle (EV) maker VinFast Auto, which became the world’s third-most valuable carmaker last month, is mulling setting up a plant in India soon, but considering its plans, it may see a bumpy ride in its India journey.

According to reports, this Tesla rival could be eyeing Gujarat or Tamil Nadu as its possible locations to set up a facility.

Honda’s upcoming Prologue EV in US may touch 300 miles on single charge

Well, Honda has claimed that the upcoming 2024 Prologue electric vehicle (EV) in the US may get an EPA-estimated 300 miles (483 km) of range on a single charge.

Also, this first all-electric SUV from Honda’s stable will come with a litany of specs.

Chinese EV companies to face roadblock in Europe

In yet another setback for China globally, the country’s electric vehicle (EV) companies are all set to face a major roadblock in Europe.

Recently, European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen had said that the organisation is rolling out an “anti-subsidy investigation into electric vehicles originating from China.”

TOP 3 electric motorcycles in the World | Zero SR/F, Harley-Davidson LiveWire or Energica Ego+, which is number 1?

Motorcycles have revved up like never before in the electric vehicles (EVs) space globally, and the top three EV bikes in the world are Zero SR/F, Harley-Davidson LiveWire and Energica Ego+, though not in that order. So, which one is number one?

With battery technology and performance getting a boost, e-motorcycles are taking the roads across the world by storm.

After rolling out C40 Recharge for Rs 61.5 lakh, Volvo must launch budget EVs in India

Volvo, the Swedish luxury carmaker, is bringing to India its first ground-up electric vehicle (EV), the C40 Recharge, which is in the premium segment, and now, it must look at rolling out budget EVs to gain some traction in the country’s market.

The C40 Recharge would be Volvo’s second EV in India, with the first one being the XC40 Recharge SUV, which was driven in last year.

YOUTUBE | Five costliest Triumph motorcycles

Like Harley-Davidson, here is another iconic motorcycle brand Triumph Motorcycles, which has some highly-popular models that bike buffs just adore. We list the best five Triumph motorcycles — the Triumph Scrambler 1200, the Triumph Thruxton, the Triumph Bonneville Bobber, the Triumph Rocket and the Triumph Speed Triple — in random order. So, check out the video to know the best Triumph bike to the fifth-best Triumph bike, according to YouTube channel -- Vroom Mantra.

Ola Electric set to roll out four motorcycles but it must find a solution for its faulty scooter batteries

Bengaluru-based electric scooter manufacturer Ola Electric is foraying into the electric motorcycle space even as it must find a lasting solution for the faulty batteries used by its electric scooters.

Around April 2022, we saw four Ola scooters catching fire in seven days because of battery issues.

Maruti Suzuki’s 3.0 plan to see extensive launch of electric vehicles by 2031 | Renault’s budget EV plan

Maruti Suzuki, India’s leading passenger vehicles’ company, is eyeing a revolutionary transformation with its new initiative, Maruti Suzuki 3.0, while Renault is planning a budget electric vehicle (EV) for the country.

Even as Maruti Suzuki was not keen on rolling out electric vehicles initially, this roadmap charts an exciting course for the company, as it aims to launch a robust fleet of electric vehicles by 2031. And, the first EV in this pack is slated to roll out in 2024-25.

A comparative journey of China and India in electric vehicles

The global automotive industry is steadily shifting to electric vehicles (EVs) as they gain traction as eco-friendly alternatives to traditional gasoline (petrol) cars, and in this journey, China is surging ahead, with India also progressing commendably.

We explore the EV markets of the two Asian giants, China and India, by making inroads into their unique progress, challenges, and global implications.