NITI Aayog Report Emphasises on ‘Finance’ for Better EV Future Updated On Fri, Feb 25th, 2022 by Saurenergy The role of finance is critical for the holistic and comprehensive growth and development of India’s electric vehicle industry and a ‘just transition’, finds a new report released by NITI Aayog and the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) India. The report, titled ‘Mobilising Electric Vehicle Financing in India’, finds that the transition to clean mobility will require […] Read more
Explained: EV Subsidies, Incentives Offered by Center and States in India Updated On Thu, Feb 24th, 2022 by Saurenergy Evolving in the new age of electric mobility, various subsidies and incentives offered by the Center and state governments form the backbone of the EV market in India. As per a report, the EV market in India will be USD 206 billion by 2030, if India maintains a steady progress to meet its ambitious 2030 […] Read more
Smarten Plans to Launch a Range of EV Chargers, Li-ion Batteries Updated On Tue, Feb 22nd, 2022 by Saurenergy Indian power backup manufacturer Smarten aims to disrupt the energy storage market with 100% localized products for B2B and B2C segments, the company has said. The brand plans to launch a range of innovative products, such as EV chargers, Lithium-ion batteries, etc., in the market this year, it stated. The company has a manufacturing facility […] Read more
Ashok Leyland Mulls Separate EV Plant, ₹5 B Invt in Alternative Fuel Tech Updated On Mon, Feb 21st, 2022 by Saurenergy Bullish on the future of green mobility, Hinduja Group flagship commercial vehicle maker Ashok Leyland plans to set up a new manufacturing facility in the country to roll out electric vehicles, according recent media reports. The Chennai-based firm has also lined up a Rs 500 crore investment to develop powertrains based on alternative fuels like […] Read more
After Becoming EV Nation, Norway Seeks Battery Recycling Crown Updated On Fri, Feb 18th, 2022 by Saurenergy Norway, a country of barely 5.4 million citizens, has shown a commitment to EVs that is quite simply, unmatched in the developing world. It was the country with the most electric vehicles per person in January last year. The European nation has been a frontrunner in the world EV market right through 2021. Even in […] Read more
China, Europe Lead record global EV sales in 2021 Updated On Wed, Feb 16th, 2022 by Saurenergy A research report from global data firm Canalys says that 2021 saw nearly 6.5 million Electric vehicles sold, including fully electric as well as hybrid passenger vehicles. Tesla led the global manufacturer stakes with a 14% share of the market, even as 2021 sales beat 2020 sales by 109%. Tesla ended the year with over […] Read more
Auto Component Hub Thailand Plans EV Package Updated On Wed, Feb 16th, 2022 by Saurenergy The Thai cabinet is considering tax cuts and subsidies to boost Thailand’s EV market. The idea is clear. To ensure that the South East Asian country remains a hub for component manufacturing, even as the era of ICE vehicles ends over the coming decade and more. The move comes even as Thailand faces a fresh […] Read more
Lord’s Mark Industries, Kerala Automobiles to Jointly Produce EVs Updated On Mon, Feb 14th, 2022 by Saurenergy Mumbai-based Lord’s Mark Industries Pvt Ltd has entered into a joint venture (JV) with Kerala Automobiles Limited (KAL) for the manufacture of electric vehicles (EVs). The first production facility of the JV will be set up at Kannur in Kerala at an estimated investment of Rs 20-30 crore. Commercial production at the Kannur unit is […] Read more
Indian EV maker Altigreen Secures Rs 300 cr in Series A Round Updated On Fri, Feb 11th, 2022 by Saurenergy Indian EV maker Altigreen has raised around Rs 300 crore (approx. US$ 40 Million) as investment in its Series A round, to boost its manufacturing, launch new products including LCVs, and strengthen its countrywide presence. The funds will be utilized to ramp up production capabilities, accelerate R&D, facilitate fast-paced EV adoption and develop a robust Pan-India network to offer the […] Read more
