EV & Mobility
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Production-spec Honda 0 Alpha to make India debut on December 2
Honda's production-ready electric SUV will be shown in India for the first time on December 2, according to Autocar India.
Volvo India Pauses PHEV Launch, Cites High Taxes and Weak Demand
The Swedish automaker says plug-in hybrids don't make sense in India right now, even as it pushes ahead with electric SUVs.
Honda to launch first electric SUV in India in December, based on 0 Alpha
The Japanese automaker will enter India's growing EV market with an SUV built on its 0 Series platform.
Nomura Sees EV Adoption at Inflection Point in India, Picks Ather, M&M, Hyundai
The brokerage says India's electric vehicle market is entering a new phase, naming three preferred stocks.
India EV penetration may cross 10% by year-end, says JSW MG Motor executive
JSW MG Motor expects electric vehicles to account for more than a tenth of India's passenger vehicle sales by the end of 2026, according to a company executive.
Battery localisation becomes mandatory for Indian EV makers
ET Auto reports that domestic battery production is now a requirement, not an option, for electric vehicle manufacturers in India.
India's scooter market hits EV tipping point as 1 in 3 sales turns electric
Electric scooters now account for one in every three sold in India, according to a Moneycontrol report, marking a shift in the world's largest two-wheeler market.
India EV sales hit record 3.33 lakh in September, up 74%: FADA
FADA data shows September 2025 was India's biggest month yet for electric vehicle registrations, with 3.33 lakh units sold.
Japan to Invest $100 Billion in India Over 10 Years, Targeting Clean Energy and EVs
The decade-long commitment covers clean energy and electric mobility, according to NDTV, though project-level details remain thin.
Japan to invest $100 billion in India over 10 years, targeting clean energy and EVs
The decade-long commitment, reported by NDTV, puts Japanese capital behind India's energy transition and electric mobility push.
Electric car retail sales jump 94.56% in September 2026
Retail registrations of electric passenger vehicles nearly doubled year-on-year last month, according to data reported by India Today.
EV retail sales hit record 3.33 lakh in September, up 74%: FADA
India's electric vehicle registrations climbed to an all-time monthly high in September, with every segment posting sharp gains over last year.
India EV sales touch record 3.33 lakh units in September, up 74% year-on-year
September's tally is the highest monthly EV volume India has logged, according to data reported by Telangana Today.
TradingView Lists Four EV Battery Stocks With Strong Future Roadmap
The platform's report highlights battery makers positioned for growth as India's EV push accelerates.
EVs Take 13% of India's September Vehicle Sales
Electric vehicles crossed 13% of total sales in September, according to a report by urbanacres.in.
EV penetration hits record levels across auto segments in September: Equirus
Equirus reports that electric vehicle adoption reached new highs in September across multiple vehicle categories.
PM E-DRIVE: 26.59 lakh EVs sold, ₹11,900 crore outlay
The scheme's EV sales tally and budget figure land as India pushes electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers and buses.
Venu Srinivasan: Keep EV and Ethanol Options Open for India
TVS Motor's chairman says India shouldn't bet on a single clean-fuel path for two-wheelers.
India's EV Supply Chain Has a Graphite Problem, and It Needs to Be Solved Now
Autocar Professional reports that India's reliance on imported graphite for EV batteries is a growing supply-chain risk.
Odisha extends EV policy to December 31, 2026
The state government has pushed the deadline of its electric vehicle policy out by more than a year, keeping subsidies and charging-infrastructure sops in place.
India EV Sales, September 2026: EVreporter Publishes Monthly Trend Data
EVreporter's monthly sales tracker for September 2026 is out, giving the clearest read yet on where India's electric vehicle market stands this year.
India's Commercial EV Push Needs New Financing Playbook, Not Car Playbook
A Times of India report says lenders must treat electric trucks, buses and three-wheelers differently from passenger cars if India is to electrify freight and public transport.
BEML Rolls Out India's First 60-Ton Electric Dump Truck, the BH60-EV
The state-owned equipment maker unveiled a battery-powered haul truck for open-cast mines, a first for the country in this payload class.
CAFE III norms may slow India's EV shift, says Down To Earth
New fuel-efficiency rules for cars could keep petrol and diesel vehicles on the road longer, undermining the push for electric mobility.
Porsche Cayenne Electric Launched in India at ₹1.77 Crore, Deliveries Begin
Porsche has launched the all-electric version of its Cayenne SUV in India, with deliveries starting immediately.
India's Cafe 3 Norms Open Door to Multiple Powertrains, Not Just EVs
New fuel-efficiency rules shift focus from a single technology to a broader mix, giving automakers flexibility but raising questions about emissions.
TERI study finds CNG will still power India's vehicles in 2050
A new modelling exercise from The Energy and Resources Institute says compressed natural gas will remain part of India's transport mix even as electric vehicles scale up.
CAFE-III norms tighten India's fuel-efficiency rules for carmakers
The third phase of India's corporate average fuel efficiency standards raises the bar for vehicle fleets, with knock-on effects for small cars and electric vehicles.
Mercedes-Benz to launch all-new electric GLC in India on November 4
The German luxury carmaker will add an electric version of its best-selling SUV to its India line-up, with the launch set for November 4.
Bengaluru Drives Karnataka EV Growth: 1 in 6 New Vehicles Registered in August 2026 Was Electric
Karnataka's electric vehicle registrations hit a new high in August 2026, with Bengaluru accounting for the bulk of the surge, according to data from Autopunditz.
Why India's autorickshaws went electric before its family cars
Three-wheelers are leading India's EV shift, driven by economics and policy, while private cars lag behind.
ICCT maps India's EV battery needs through 2040
A new ICCT study links India's fuel economy rules to electric vehicle adoption and the battery manufacturing capacity the country will need between 2026 and 2040.
Can Specialised NBFCs Drive India's EV Finance? SMEStreet Report
A new SMEStreet article asks whether dedicated non-banking financial companies can become the financial backbone of India's electric vehicle transition.
GARC Upgrades Automotive Testing Infrastructure Under PM E-DRIVE Scheme
The Global Automotive Research Centre in Chennai is expanding its testing capabilities for electric vehicles, backed by the PM E-DRIVE scheme.
Bengaluru Drives Karnataka EV Boom: Every 6th New Vehicle Electric Last Month
Karnataka's electric vehicle registrations hit a new high, with Bengaluru accounting for the bulk of the shift.
Nagaland Near Bottom of India Electric Mobility Index
The state's charging network, EV registrations and policy support all lag behind most of the country, according to the index.
India's EV Push Outpaces Grid and Charging Network, ThePrint Reports
A new report warns that the country's electric mobility ambitions are running ahead of the infrastructure needed to support them.
PM e-DRIVE at Two Years: The Daily Fuel and Carbon Math Behind India's EV Push
As the flagship EV subsidy scheme approaches its second anniversary, NDTV looks at how much petrol and diesel the electric fleet is displacing each day.
India's EV Registrations Rise, but State Readiness Stays Uneven
A new report shows more electric vehicles hitting the road, yet charging infrastructure and policy support vary widely across states.
Tata Motors Lines Up Three New Electric Cars for India, From Aeris.EV to Safari.EV
The homegrown automaker is expanding its EV portfolio with an electric version of every major nameplate, according to a Cartoq report.
India EV Market 2026: Growth, Infrastructure and Investment
India's electric vehicle market is set to expand in 2026, but charging infrastructure and investment gaps remain.
Mahindra 9S Tops India's EV Sales Chart in August 2026, Tata Punch EV Second
Mahindra's new electric SUV led monthly sales while Tata's Punch EV stayed within touching distance, according to Autopunditz data.
EVs Are the Bulk of India's Alternative-Fuel Shift, Data Shows
Electric vehicles dominate India's alternative-fuel transition, but the government's own numbers show the shift is narrower than the headline suggests.
Maruti Suzuki Takes 97% of India's EV Exports as e Vitara Goes Global
The e Vitara has driven Maruti Suzuki to a near-monopoly of India's electric car exports, according to a Spherical Insights analysis.
Electric Car Sales August 2026: Tata Leads as Market Nearly Doubles
India's electric passenger vehicle market posted its strongest month yet, with Tata Motors holding the top spot and new entrants Mahindra and VinFast making gains.
JSW Launches Ampstar Electric Commercial Vehicles in India
The steel-to-energy conglomerate's new Ampstar line marks its entry into India's electric commercial vehicle market.
China JVs Expected to Join India's Auto PLI Scheme for EV Production
Joint ventures involving Chinese firms are likely to sign up for India's production-linked incentive scheme for automobiles, according to a report by ET Manufacturing.
Why VinFast's LFP Batteries Handle India's Heat Better Than You Think
Lithium iron phosphate chemistry is less prone to thermal runaway, making it a practical choice for electric two-wheelers in Indian summers.
India needs cheaper EVs and more local parts, heavy industry minister says
The minister's remarks put cost and domestic manufacturing at the centre of India's electric mobility push.
Electric transition: India's EV push faces grid and charging hurdles
As electric vehicle sales rise, the power network and charging infrastructure struggle to keep pace.
EVs, CNG gain ground as India's automobile fuel mix steadily shifts
Petrol and diesel still dominate, but alternative fuels are carving out a bigger share of India's roads.
Saudi EV brand CEER debuts Exobot sedan and SUV
Saudi Arabia's first electric vehicle maker, CEER, has unveiled its Exobot sedan and SUV, marking a step in the kingdom's push to build an automotive industry.
Vietnamese EV Cab Giant Xanh SM Enters India to Challenge Ola, Uber
Vietnam's Xanh SM launches electric cab services in India, betting on green mobility to take on established ride-hailing players.
Tube Investments' Montra Targets ₹9,600 Cr Revenue By 2030 Driven By Electric Trucks
Montra Electric, the EV arm of Tube Investments of India, has set an ambitious revenue goal of ₹9,600 crore by 2030, betting big on electric trucks.
India's Commercial EV Push Hits Charging Wall
Fleet operators say charging gaps and high upfront costs are slowing the shift to electric commercial vehicles, even as policy support grows.
Government to EV Makers: Prepare to Compete Without Subsidies
A government message to electric vehicle manufacturers signals a shift away from subsidy dependence toward market-driven competition.
Karnataka ranks third in NITI Aayog's electric mobility index 2025
The state trails only Delhi and Maharashtra in the latest national ranking of EV readiness.
Kerala Leads India in EV Adoption but Fails NITI Aayog's Readiness Test
The state's electric vehicle uptake is the highest in the country, yet a new assessment finds it unprepared for the broader transition.
Kumaraswamy: Viksit Bharat 2047 Vision Drives India's Electric Mobility Push
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy says the government's long-term development goals are steering policies to boost electric vehicles and clean transport.
India's EV push could add $2 billion to import bill, report says
A new report warns that the shift to electric vehicles may increase reliance on imported components, widening the trade deficit.