The platform breaks this limitation by introducing an intelligent middleware that enables multiple CMS connections for a single charger. An Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras-incubated company, Plugzmart, has developed an indigenous EV charging platform that allows a charger to connect with multiple Charging Management Systems (CMS) networks, according to officials. The first-of-its-kind “Relay”, a… Continue reading IIT Madras incubated firm develops EV charging platform to link chargers with multiple networks
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Meeting India’s EV needs: Prioritising practical range, price parity, and locally relevant features
Technology is also doing its bit behind the scenes. From more efficient motors to better battery cooling and regenerative braking, every innovation is helping you squeeze more kilometres out of every charge. India’s electric vehicle (EV) journey has progressed from what was once a vision of the future to a ground reality. It’s now a… Continue reading Meeting India’s EV needs: Prioritising practical range, price parity, and locally relevant features
Zero tax, full charge: Telangana’s EV policy sparks boom in sales
EV sales surge in Telangana with over 50,000 units sold in seven months, driven by 100% exemption on road tax and registration fees. Telangana has seen a sharp rise in the sales of electric vehicles thanks to the state govt offering a 100 per cent exemption on road tax and registration fees. Over 50,000 electric… Continue reading Zero tax, full charge: Telangana’s EV policy sparks boom in sales
Insurance firm told to pay for vehicle damage
Uttarakhand consumer panel orders insurer to compensate Dehradun man for 2017 crash after rejecting claim over unproven overloading charge. The state consumer commission directed a public sector insurance company to compensate a Dehradun resident for damages to his commercial vehicle, which crashed in 2017, killing three passengers. The insurer had denied the claim citing overloading,… Continue reading Insurance firm told to pay for vehicle damage
Stellantis warns of $1.7 billion US tariff impact in 2025
Stellantis in April withdrew its guidance for a moderate recovery this year after a profit drop in 2024, citing an evolving trade scenario and uncertain impact of US tariffs. Stellantis said on Tuesday it faced greater headwinds this year including a 1.5-billion-euro impact from US tariffs for 2025, with operating income in the second half… Continue reading Stellantis warns of $1.7 billion US tariff impact in 2025
Electric vehicle sales rise sharply in Telangana, cross 2 lakh mark
EV experts say that the rapid increase in EV adoption across Hyderabad is a testament to the impact of Telangana’s forward-looking EV policy. Telangana has seen a sharp rise in the sales of electric vehicles thanks to the state govt offering a 100 per cent exemption on road tax and registration fees. Over 50,000 electric… Continue reading Electric vehicle sales rise sharply in Telangana, cross 2 lakh mark
50% vehicles in India uninsured, PUCC below 30% in these states: Report
According to the report, more than 50 percent of vehicles in India do not have valid insurance, and two-wheelers account for the majority of these cases. A new report has raised serious questions about how responsibly Indians are maintaining their vehicles. While the country is witnessing a boom in vehicle ownership, many motorists are still… Continue reading 50% vehicles in India uninsured, PUCC below 30% in these states: Report
China push: In Nepal, EVs now account for 76% of all vehicles sold
Nepal’s central bank doubled down-payment requirements for EVs. Govt has been inching up its tariffs on EVs. The narrow streets of Kathmandu – sized for pedestrians and rickshaws – are choked with engines. Buses, motorbikes, small trucks and taxis fill the sprawling valley with horns and exhaust. For its more than 3 million residents, just… Continue reading China push: In Nepal, EVs now account for 76% of all vehicles sold
Uttar Pradesh seeks green hydrogen, clean energy collaborations with Japan
A delegation from the Uttar Pradesh government is in Japan to explore opportunities for collaboration, technology transfer and investment in green hydrogen and renewable energy. The visit is part of the state’s broader efforts to strengthen its clean energy initiatives and attract global partnerships in the sector. The delegation is led by Awanish Awasthi, Advisor… Continue reading Uttar Pradesh seeks green hydrogen, clean energy collaborations with Japan
Europe auto group welcomes US-EU deal as ‘de-escalation’
The automotive industry is one of those most affected by the Trump tariffs, both for the export of cars, particularly German ones, to US, and for manufacturing of cars in North America. Europe’s main auto group on Monday welcomed an EU-US trade deal that will apply 15-percent tariffs on European auto exports as a “de-escalation”… Continue reading Europe auto group welcomes US-EU deal as ‘de-escalation’