Updated On Dec 15, 2024 at 05:32 PM IST Read by: 100 Industry Professionals Read by 100 Industry Professionals Pritesh Kumar Pritesh Kumar, Director of Business Development at Charge Zone, passed away on Friday, December 13, following a cardiac arrest. He was part of the ETAuto EV Conclave 2024 just three days prior and the… Continue reading Charge Zone’s Pritesh Kumar passes away at 46, leaving auto industry shocked
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China’s Baidu, Geely say ‘huge changes’ in EV landscape behind cuts
It was unclear how many employees would be affected, but Baidu and Geely vowed to help resolve payment issues “as soon as possible”. Chinese tech titan Baidu and car giant Geely on Friday blamed “huge changes” in the EV industry for sudden staffing and operations cuts at their joint electric auto venture this week. “Due… Continue reading China’s Baidu, Geely say ‘huge changes’ in EV landscape behind cuts
Wardwizard Innovations expands e3W and high speed scooter portfolio to boost e-mobility
Joy e-bike Nemo Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility Limited (WIML), an electric vehicle manufacturer, launched new electric three-wheelers and a high-speed electric scooter. The company introduced passenger and commercial three-wheeler models under the Joy e-rik brand and the “Nemo” scooter under the Joy e-bike brand. WIML aims to provide sustainable mobility solutions with advanced technology and… Continue reading Wardwizard Innovations expands e3W and high speed scooter portfolio to boost e-mobility
PV wholesales increase, 2W and 3W decreases in Nov 2024: SIAM
Hyundai Motor India’s dispatches decreased slightly to 48,246 units in November 2024, down from 49,451 units in the same month the previous year. India’s automotive industry witnessed mixed results in November 2024, according to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM). Passenger vehicle dispatches increased, while two-wheeler and three-wheeler segments experienced slight declines compared to… Continue reading PV wholesales increase, 2W and 3W decreases in Nov 2024: SIAM
Ex- Stellantis Aditya Jairaj joins Nissan as Regional VP North East region
Aditya Jairaj Ex- Stellantis member, Aditya Jairaj has joined Nissan Motor Corporation as Regional Vice President North East Region. Jairaj was earlier working in Stellantis as Managing Director & CEO for a year and half. He was the Country leader for Stellantis Operations in India, and was heading Jeep operations too, stated his professional networking… Continue reading Ex- Stellantis Aditya Jairaj joins Nissan as Regional VP North East region
Amazon deploys 10K EVs in India
The company is also facilitating accessible financing options for electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and trucks. Amazon India achieved its goal of deploying 10,000 electric vehicles (EVs) in its delivery fleet by October 2024, surpassing its target by over a year. The company aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, aligning with its Climate Pledge commitment… Continue reading Amazon deploys 10K EVs in India
India has an inherent expertise to increase population & automobile numbers: Nitin Gadkari
According to the Union minister, India has the second largest road network with 63 lakh kilometres of thoroughfares. India has an inherent expertise to increase population and automobile numbers, said Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari at Times Network India Conclave on Friday. While responding to a question about traffic issues in India, the minister stated that… Continue reading India has an inherent expertise to increase population & automobile numbers: Nitin Gadkari
63% Delhi-NCR drivers clueless about this crucial document, risk INR 10k fine: Report
Non-compliance can result in a hefty fine of INR 10,000, with challans processed directly through the courts. In the Delhi-NCR region, where air pollution continues to be a persistent and escalating crisis every year, a recent report by Park+ Research Labs has highlighted a concerning trend. The survey, which included responses from 5,200 car owners… Continue reading 63% Delhi-NCR drivers clueless about this crucial document, risk INR 10k fine: Report
Steel Ministry proposes 37% purchase preference to green steel in government tenders
Responding to queries from journalists on the imports of chinese steel, Kumaraswamy said his ministry has proposed a safeguard duty to protect the domestic industry. India’s steel ministry has proposed that over a third of the total government steel procurement will be of low carbon variant. This ‘Green steel‘ is defined as steel produced with… Continue reading Steel Ministry proposes 37% purchase preference to green steel in government tenders
Physical, power, economic, and social infrastructure, key drivers for accelerating EV adoption, says KPMG Report
The growth in EV sales represents a substantial step towards broader adoption of electric mobility in India. A new report from KPMG in India and CII highlights the accelerating growth of India’s electric vehicle (EV) market and outlines key strategies for continued expansion. The report, released Thursday, states that EV sales reached 1.2 million in… Continue reading Physical, power, economic, and social infrastructure, key drivers for accelerating EV adoption, says KPMG Report