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Rise of the dashcam culture in automotive ecosystem

In an era dominated by technological advancements, the quest for safety has taken a front seat in various aspects of our lives. One such innovation making waves in India among the motoring fraternity is the increasing demand for dash cameras that are making vehicles safer. These compact devices are bridging the gap between incidents on… Continue reading Rise of the dashcam culture in automotive ecosystem

Jubilant Bhartia Foundation and IIM-B incubation centre partner to support EV, Li-ion startups

Startups selected for support will operate in key sectors, identified for their transformative potential in Biotechnology and Lifescience, Agritech, Animal nutrition, Electric Vehicle (EV) / lithium-ion battery-related solutions. Jubilant Bhartia Foundation (JBF) not for profit organization of Jubilant Bhartia Group with NSRCEL, the startup incubation hub of the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) announced… Continue reading Jubilant Bhartia Foundation and IIM-B incubation centre partner to support EV, Li-ion startups

Jubilant Bhartia Foundation and IIM-B incubation centre partner to support EV, Li-ion startups

Direct-to-Customer model gains traction in electric two-wheeler startups

In the ever-evolving landscape of the electric vehicle industry, a paradigm shift is underway with the emergence of the direct-to-customer model, particularly notable in the realm of electric two-wheeler startups. This trend sees companies bypassing traditional dealership networks to deliver vehicles directly to consumers, promising streamlined processes and heightened customer satisfaction. Vineet Agarwal, Managing Director of… Continue reading Direct-to-Customer model gains traction in electric two-wheeler startups

Best cheap hot hatchbacks

Hot hatchbacks have long been popular in the UK, combining great handling and punchy power delivery, while being wrapped up in a practical package. However, with hot hatch prices hitting dizzying heights on the new car market, affordability is a concern for many. Fortunately, there are plenty of used hot hatches that can deliver the… Continue reading Best cheap hot hatchbacks

Kant encourages EV makers to build a high-value product for the world at the Ather Energy Community Day

G20 sherpa and former CEO of NITI Aayog Amitabh Kant advised EV makers not to create a low value brand, but one for the aspirational middle class, at the second Ather Energy Community Day in Bengaluru. In his speech, Kant advised EV makers to drive more penetration without burning cash. “My advice is don’t create… Continue reading Kant encourages EV makers to build a high-value product for the world at the Ather Energy Community Day

Ather Rizta launched at Rs 1.10 lakh to woo family buyers

In a bid to expand its user base beyond the performance segment, Bengaluru-based Ather Energy launched the Rizta at a starting price point of Rs 1,09,999 for the Rizta S. Targeted primarily at the family-oriented electric scooter buyers of the country, the second version Rizta Z is priced at Rs 1,49,999. The all-new Rizta will… Continue reading Ather Rizta launched at Rs 1.10 lakh to woo family buyers

‘Ecosystem for high-voltage EV powertrains non-existent in India’: Raptee Energy’s Jayapradeep Vasudevan

Tamil Nadu-based EV startup Raptee Energy, which has identified its niche of targeting the performance motorcyclists, and riding enthusiasts in the country by virtue of its high-voltage electric motorcycles, which are claimed to be engineered to outperform their 250-300cc internal-combustion engine (ICE) counterparts, acknowledges facing several challenges in its journey. The company which set off… Continue reading ‘Ecosystem for high-voltage EV powertrains non-existent in India’: Raptee Energy’s Jayapradeep Vasudevan

‘Need more subsidies for fast chargers’: Mohan Raj of Tucker Motors

With the government policy around EVs and charging infrastructure varying from state to state, there is need for more subsidies for DC fast chargers, to drive their adoption in the country. According to Mohan Raj, Managing Director, Tucker Motors, “The government policy with respect to EV charging infrastructure varies from state to state, and must… Continue reading ‘Need more subsidies for fast chargers’: Mohan Raj of Tucker Motors

What does ‘enough car’ really look like?

‘Smaller, fewer, lighter, shorter, beauty’ is a Suzuki corporate philosophy that pertains to the company’s compact cars, like the new-generation Swift that I recently drove. Obviously they say it in Japanese (‘sho-sho-kei-tan-bi’), but the mindset translates to the Swift being 3.8 metres long, so shorter than most superminis, and weighing less than a tonne, so… Continue reading What does ‘enough car’ really look like?