Oben Electric announced today the launch of its ‘Protect 8/80’ battery protection plan, offering 8 years or 80,000 kilometers of comprehensive coverage for its Rorr EZ electric motorcycle at a cost of ₹9,999. The plan will be available starting May 1, 2025, to both existing and new customers. The warranty covers all battery-related issues including… Continue reading Oben Electric Introduces 8-Year Battery Protection Plan for Electric Motorcycles
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ChargeZone to ramp up capital expenditure in FY26
Vadodara-based EV charging startup ChargeZone, which has announced its partnership with various charge-point operators, including Statiq, Pulse, Chargemod, Electreefi, and Ennovator, to emerge as the single-largest CPO in the country with a network strength of over 13,500 EV charging stations across the country, is bullish about the business potential in the coming future. The company,… Continue reading ChargeZone to ramp up capital expenditure in FY26
ChargeZone Expands to Become India’s Largest EV Charging Network
ChargeZone has established itself as India’s largest electric vehicle charging platform with a network expansion to over 13,500 charging stations nationwide, the company announced today. The milestone comes as part of the company’s efforts to support India’s transition to clean mobility. The expansion was achieved through OCPI-based roaming partnerships with multiple EV infrastructure providers including… Continue reading ChargeZone Expands to Become India’s Largest EV Charging Network
Maruti Grand Vitara is fastest midsize SUV to hit 300,000 sales
The Maruti Grand Vitara, launched on September 26, 2022, has driven past the 300,000 cumulative sales milestone in the domestic market in the first week of April 2025. The premium midsize SUV has taken 31 months to achieve the milestone, beating the previous best of 37 months by the Hyundai Creta, which continues to be India’s… Continue reading Maruti Grand Vitara is fastest midsize SUV to hit 300,000 sales
BPCL and GPS Renewables Form Joint Venture to Develop Compressed Biogas Plants
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) and GPS Renewables Private Limited have signed a joint venture agreement to set up Compressed Biogas (CBG) plants across India. The agreement follows the initial announcement made on September 13, 2024. The JV agreement was signed by Sameet Pai, Head (Corporate Strategy) at BPCL, and Mainak Chakraborty, CEO and Co-Founder… Continue reading BPCL and GPS Renewables Form Joint Venture to Develop Compressed Biogas Plants
Popular Vehicles’ Subsidiary to Set Up Four Ather Facilities in Maharashtra
Popular Vehicles and Services Limited (PVSL) has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Kuttukaran Cars Private Limited, has received four Letters of Intent (LOIs) for establishing Ather 3S facilities in Maharashtra. This marks the company’s entry into its third state in partnership with Ather Energy. Two of the new facilities will be located in Nagpur,… Continue reading Popular Vehicles’ Subsidiary to Set Up Four Ather Facilities in Maharashtra
Montra Electric Opens First e-SCV Dealership in Jaipur in Collaboration with Ensol Infratech Pvt Ltd
Montra Electric, the electric vehicle arm of TI Clean Mobility Private Limited, has opened its first electric small commercial vehicle (e-SCV) dealership in Rajasthan. The new facility, located in Jaipur, marks the brand’s entry into north-western India for its e-SCV business. The dealership is operated in partnership with Ensol Infratech Pvt Ltd and features a… Continue reading Montra Electric Opens First e-SCV Dealership in Jaipur in Collaboration with Ensol Infratech Pvt Ltd
Kia India Expands CSR Initiative Project D.R.O.P on Earth Day
On the occasion of Earth Day, Kia India launched Phase III of its CSR initiative, Project D.R.O.P (Develop Responsible Outlook for Plastic), in partnership with the Indian Pollution Control Association (IPCA). The program, which began in 2023, aims to promote more responsible plastic waste management and enhance community participation in sustainable practices. The virtual launch… Continue reading Kia India Expands CSR Initiative Project D.R.O.P on Earth Day
IPO Size Reduction Not a Concern, Shows Future Potential, Say Ather’s Investment Bankers
After reducing the size of its IPO to ₹2,626 crore—down from the earlier target of ₹3,100 crore—Bengaluru-based electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ather Energy has assured that the move is no cause for concern. According to its investment bankers, the revised figure reflects a strategic focus on long-term growth and underscores the company’s future potential. “From the… Continue reading IPO Size Reduction Not a Concern, Shows Future Potential, Say Ather’s Investment Bankers
Bharat Forge Secures CCI Approval for AAM India Acquisition
Bharat Forge Limited has received approval from the Competition Commission of India (CCI) for its proposed acquisition of AAM India Manufacturing Corporation Private Limited, according to a regulatory filing made on April 23, 2025. The approval comes six months after Bharat Forge first announced the execution of a Share Purchase Agreement on October 17, 2024,… Continue reading Bharat Forge Secures CCI Approval for AAM India Acquisition