Kazam posts ₹40 crore revenue in FY25 on EV charging expansion

Kazam, an electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management platform, reported a 3.5 times year-on-year jump in revenue to ₹40 crore in FY25, driven by rapid expansion of its charging network and higher platform usage. The company said in an official statement that it was on track to reach a ₹100 crore annual revenue run-rate… Continue reading Kazam posts ₹40 crore revenue in FY25 on EV charging expansion

Pune EV registrations increase in 2025; car sales spike 87% but two-wheeler numbers dip

Electric vehicle registrations under the Pune RTO increased by over 4 per cent in 2025 compared to 2024 after the low GST of 5 per cent was retained in last year’s tax overhaul. There was a significant spike of 87 per cent in EV cars’ registration, but the number of EV two-wheelers dipped by over… Continue reading Pune EV registrations increase in 2025; car sales spike 87% but two-wheeler numbers dip

Petrol, diesel vehicles eat into EV pie after GST cut

Total registrations of battery-powered EVs-including 2W, 3W, cars and SUVs-rose 16 per cent year-on-year to 22.7 lakh units in 2025, up from 19.5 lakh units in 2024, Vahan data showed. Battery electric vehicle penetration in India’s two-wheeler and passenger vehicle segments lost momentum in 2025 after the reduction in GST rates for petrol- and diesel-powered… Continue reading Petrol, diesel vehicles eat into EV pie after GST cut

What cars qualify for the electric car grant? Full list with our best (and worst) picks

If your answer to that question was space, there’s the slightly larger and boxier Renault 4, our Small SUV of the Year. As well as a bigger boot and more rear-seat space, the R4 also offers one-pedal driving – something its sibling doesn’t right now – which is great around town. On top of all… Continue reading What cars qualify for the electric car grant? Full list with our best (and worst) picks

Ducati Launches Panigale V4 R in India at ₹84.99 Lakh

Ducati has launched the Panigale V4 R superbike in India, bringing racing technology from the World Superbike Championship to the road. The motorcycle is priced at ₹84.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and is now available for bookings across Ducati dealerships nationwide. The first unit was delivered by Ducati Chennai on January 1, 2026, marking the arrival of… Continue reading Ducati Launches Panigale V4 R in India at ₹84.99 Lakh

From Automation to Health Signals: PETKIT Takes Smart Pet Care to the Next Level with an AI Ecosystem at CES 2026

From connected feeders, fountains and litter boxes that automate everyday care for pet parents, PETKIT is taking smart pet care to the next level by moving beyond convenience and into data driven health insights for every pet, while also entering a new category with its first robotic wet food feeder designed to support preventive urinary… Continue reading From Automation to Health Signals: PETKIT Takes Smart Pet Care to the Next Level with an AI Ecosystem at CES 2026

How we test portable power stations at ZDNET in 2026

Testing the DJI Power 1000 power station. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET Remember those bulky power banks that could barely keep your phone charged? Forget them! Power stations are the new rockstars of portable electricity. In just a few years, they’ve exploded in popularity, transforming from niche products to a dazzling array of options. Now you can find… Continue reading How we test portable power stations at ZDNET in 2026

Flint’s Paper Batteries Are Here: Now in Production, Now Available

Production begins in Singapore as Flint scales lower-carbon, cellulose-based batteries and expands pilots with global brands ahead of CES 2026. SINGAPORE, Jan. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Flint, the Singapore-based deep tech company pioneering sustainable, cellulose-based, biodegradable, PFAS-free batteries, today announced that its paper battery technology has entered production, marking the transition from lab-scale development to… Continue reading Flint’s Paper Batteries Are Here: Now in Production, Now Available

BYD India Announces ₹50,000 Price Hike for SEALION 7 Premium Variant

BYD India, the domestic subsidiary of BYD, the world’s leading New Energy Vehicle manufacturer, has announced a price adjustment for its electric SUV lineup effective January 1, 2026. The company will implement a ₹50,000 increase on the BYD Sealion 7 Premium variant, while the Performance variant will maintain its current pricing. The announcement provides a… Continue reading BYD India Announces ₹50,000 Price Hike for SEALION 7 Premium Variant

Electric Car and SUV Sales Hit Highest Level in CY2025: 176,500 Units

The Indian electric passenger vehicle segment, in tandem with the electric two- and three-wheeler segments, has registered its best-ever calendar year retails in CY2025. At 176,538 units, the year-on-year increase is a massive 77% (CY2024: 99,693 units). Proof of the growing demand for zero-emission cars, SUVs and MPVs in India is seen on Indian roads… Continue reading Electric Car and SUV Sales Hit Highest Level in CY2025: 176,500 Units