New scheme to boost EV adoption, manufacturing in India: Hanif Qureshi

Hanif Qureshi, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Heavy Industries. New Delhi: The newly-unveiled Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme or EMPS would promote the nascent electric vehicle (EV) industry including acceleration in adoption and manufacturing in line with Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India), a senior official said. “A new scheme has already been launched by the Ministry of Heavy… Continue reading New scheme to boost EV adoption, manufacturing in India: Hanif Qureshi

EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

Klaus Zellmer, the global CEO of Skoda Auto, has visited India thrice in the past 18 months. For the global head of an international automaker to devote so much time to one market may seem unusual, but for the Czech brand — that has been around in India for 20 years — the stakes in… Continue reading EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

Klaus Zellmer, the global CEO of Skoda Auto, has visited India thrice in the past 18 months. For the global head of an international automaker to devote so much time to one market may seem unusual, but for the Czech brand — that has been around in India for 20 years — the stakes in… Continue reading EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

Klaus Zellmer, the global CEO of Skoda Auto, has visited India thrice in the past 18 months. For the global head of an international automaker to devote so much time to one market may seem unusual, but for the Czech brand — that has been around in India for 20 years — the stakes in… Continue reading EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

Klaus Zellmer, the global CEO of Skoda Auto, has visited India thrice in the past 18 months. For the global head of an international automaker to devote so much time to one market may seem unusual, but for the Czech brand — that has been around in India for 20 years — the stakes in… Continue reading EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward

Top 10 affordable SUVs in India

The ever-growing market shift towards high-riding vehicles in the past few years has resulted in almost all major manufacturers introducing affordable, entry-level SUVs in India. In 2024, the sub-Rs 10 lakh space is crowded with tons of SUV offerings to choose from, which leaves the buyer spoilt for choice. On that note, here’s a list… Continue reading Top 10 affordable SUVs in India

Top 10 affordable SUVs in India

The ever-growing market shift towards high-riding vehicles in the past few years has resulted in almost all major manufacturers introducing affordable, entry-level SUVs in India. In 2024, the sub-Rs 10 lakh space is crowded with tons of SUV offerings to choose from, which leaves the buyer spoilt for choice. On that note, here’s a list… Continue reading Top 10 affordable SUVs in India

Tata Motors stock soars on EV dominance in India, Jaguar rebound

SINGAPORE — Major Indian automaker Tata Motors has seen its stock price boom this year on a strong recovery by subsidiary Jaguar Land Rover, as the company looks to bolster its already commanding lead in the domestic electric vehicle market. Tata Motors shares closed at 946.2 rupees on Friday. With the stock price having climbed 21.2% since the start of 2024, Tata’s… Continue reading Tata Motors stock soars on EV dominance in India, Jaguar rebound

‘Electrifying’ India’s EV manufacturing plans: Why the Govt’s new EV policy offers a level playing field

The government of India has finally announced the much-awaited new electric vehicle policy. A scheme that was known in the industry circle as a Tesla policy – in all fairness – a very well-balanced one, that may put India on the global EV manufacturing map yet again.  This move may facilitate the likes of Tesla… Continue reading ‘Electrifying’ India’s EV manufacturing plans: Why the Govt’s new EV policy offers a level playing field

Indian Oil opens ethanol fuel pump; Ethanol now available at 183 outlets

In a bid to capitalise on the government’s push for ethanol as one of the alternatives to fossil fuels, India’s largest fuel retailer Indian Oil Corp opened the country’s first ethanol pump in Delhi. The fuel, named, Ethanol 100, will cater to vehicles that can run on ethanol and is available at around 183 fuel… Continue reading Indian Oil opens ethanol fuel pump; Ethanol now available at 183 outlets