India’s Road Towards EV Adoption… Updated On Wed, Apr 24th, 2019 by Saurenergy When it comes to Electric Vehicles (EVs), India would certainly seem to be playing catch up with the rest of the world. Consider the fact that in China, they have already started worrying about a mini-bust in the sector, thanks to the huge number of startups and major players who have jumped in. Thus, even […] Read more
Success of FAME II, Other Measures Help in Realizing High EV Penetration by 2030: Niti Report Updated On Sat, Apr 6th, 2019 by Saurenergy Niti Aayog in its report said that, “According to the analysis, if FAME II and other measures – in public and private space – are successful, India could realize EV sales penetration of 30% of private cars, 70% of commercial cars, 40% of buses and 80% of two and three-wheelers by 2030.” On the back […] Read more
ITI Issues EoI For EV Charging Infrastructure Operations Centre For MSEDCL Updated On Fri, Mar 29th, 2019 by Saurenergy The last date for bid submission is March 30, 2019 The Indian Telephone Industries (ITI) Ltd., on behalf of the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL), invited bids from eligible bidders for the tender for the implementation of Electrical Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Operation Centre. The brief scope of work for selected bidders will include […] Read more
China Cuts Electric Vehicle Subsidies To Push Innovation Updated On Thu, Mar 28th, 2019 by Saurenergy After a huge spike in sales of electric vehicles, China has announced plans to reduce subsidies for electric vehicles sold in the country. China said it’s scaling back subsidies on electric vehicles to encourage local manufacturers to rely on innovation rather than government assistance as the industry matures and costs fall. However, the cuts were […] Read more
KIA and Amazon Partner to Develop Efficient Home Charging Systems For EVs Updated On Wed, Mar 20th, 2019 by Saurenergy Online retailer Amazon and South Korean automaker Kia have teamed up to provide one-stop shopping for chargers, in what is just the start of the retail giant’s reach toward EV and hybrid buyers. Korean car company KIA has become the second car company to team up with Amazon to simplify the installation of home charging equipment […] Read more
UPERC Approves Charging Tariffs For Various Segments of EV Consumers Updated On Fri, Mar 15th, 2019 by Saurenergy The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) has approved the tariffs for electric vehicle charging in the state. The decision was made after the commission held a public meeting with stakeholders on the matter in the first week of March. Representatives from Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL), Mahindra and UP Rajya Vidyut Upbhokta Parishad, were part of the […] Read more
BHEL Installs First Solar-Powered EV Charging Stations on Delhi-Chandigarh Highway Updated On Wed, Mar 6th, 2019 by Saurenergy The project is covered under the Department of Heavy Industry’s FAME scheme. State-run Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd. (BHEL) said the company is setting up a network of solar-based electric vehicle chargers on the Delhi-Chandigarh highway. The project is covered under the Department of Heavy Industry’s FAME scheme (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid) & Electric […] Read more
Narendra Modi Flags Off First Ever Diesel to Electric Locomotive Updated On Tue, Feb 19th, 2019 by Saurenergy Diesel Locomotive Works has converted two WDG3A Diesel Locos into a Twin Electric WAGC3 loco of 10,000 HP. Prime minister Narendra Modi has flagged off the world’s first ever diesel to electric converted locomotive at the Diesel Locomotive Works in Varanasi. The Prime Minister unveiled the first of its kind converted electric locomotive during his […] Read more
Government Lowers Import Duty on EV Components Updated On Wed, Jan 30th, 2019 by Saurenergy The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has carved out a separate category for parts and components of an electric vehicle for which customs duty has been lowered to 10-15 percent. To promote domestic assembling of electric vehicles, the government has lowered customs duty on import of parts and components of such vehicles […] Read more