EESL Invests in SWAG EV to Catalyse Energy Transformation in SE Asia Updated On Mon, Oct 26th, 2020 by Saurenergy EESL will invest in SWAG EV, an emerging e-mobility player in an attempt to catalyse an energy transformation in Southeast (SE) Asia. Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), as per its claims the world’s largest energy service company, has announced it will invest in SWAG EV, an emerging e-mobility player to drive the use of electric […] Read more
Andhra Govt has Plans in Place to fit Electric Batteries in Autos Updated On Fri, Oct 23rd, 2020 by Saurenergy The Andhra government is mulling replacing existing IC engines in autos with electric batteries in a move aimed at lowering pollution levels in the major cities. The Andhra Pradesh government is mulling replacing existing internal combustion (IC) engines in auto-rickshaws (autos) plying in the key districts of the state with electric batteries in a move aimed at […] Read more
The Discom Perspective on a Viable EV Network Updated On Mon, Oct 5th, 2020 by Saurenergy A new report from TERI highlights the way forward for establishing an EV charging network, with Discoms in mind. It is no secret that an EV charging network goes hand in hand with the spread of EV’s in every market. In fact, some will argue that it usually precedes a big jump in EV adoption, […] Read more
Two Wheeler EV Startup VOGO Eyes Normalcy By Year End Updated On Fri, Aug 28th, 2020 by Saurenergy Bengaluru based VOGO, a tech-enabled, self-ride two-wheeler rental service, has announced that it has recovered 40% of the Pre-COVID revenues in Hyderabad since the resumption of its services post lockdown, and intends to be back on the growth trajectory by the end of 2020. The company is also planning to introduce EV fleets to provide […] Read more
Government Allows Sale and Registration of EVs Without Batteries Updated On Fri, Aug 14th, 2020 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), Government of India, has allowed for the registration of EVs without pre-fitted batteries The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), Government of India, has allowed for the sale and registration of electric vehicles (EVs) without pre-fitted batteries. In a letter to Transport Secretaries of all the […] Read more
History Set To Be Rewritten In Indian EV Space, Says VC Analysis Updated On Wed, Jul 8th, 2020 by Saurenergy Naman Lahoty, part of the investment team at Stellaris Venture Partners, has authored a 3 part analysis on why the Indian EV market could follow a different route from the usual auto market, which has always favoured incumbents. A quick snapshot. In an insightful analysis based on interactions with over 150 ‘EV system participants’ Mr Lahoty goes on […] Read more
Let’s Make India The Recycling Hub Of The World: Rajat Verma Updated On Wed, Jul 1st, 2020 by Saurenergy As India takes slow and steady steps towards e-mobility, the big opportunity you won’t hear about is recycling of batteries. Especially critical considering the high cost of Lithium-Ion batteries, and the sourcing risk for raw materials. Enter Rajat Verma, Founder at Lohum Cleantech. The firm is into manufacturing of 1st and 2nd life battery packs […] Read more
Startup Feature – E-Chargeup Solutions Updated On Sat, May 2nd, 2020 by Saurenergy Total employees: 5 Turnover: Rs 24.11 Lakh Key operational areas (Products, Regions, Clients) E-ChargeUp is a platform for battery swapping especially for the electric three wheelers. It has been operational since June 2019 and catered to 100 vehicles in Delhi, Noida and Gwalior. Founding Members detail E-ChargeUp was founded in 2019 by Varun Goenka. He has 10 years […] Read more
Startup Feature – RACEnergy Updated On Thu, Feb 27th, 2020 by Saurenergy Brief details Total employees: 10 Key operational areas (Products, Regions, Clients): The company is making electric conversion kits for three-wheelers and battery swapping stations. It is targeting to launch its products in urban areas, especially Tier 1 cities. The company does direct sales to auto-rickshaw drivers and is also looking to partner with OEMs to […] Read more