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Volvo India Says One in Four Cars Sold Is Electric, GST 2.0 Lifts Hybrid SUV Demand Swedish luxury carmaker Volvo Car India says electric vehicles now account for roughly a quarter of its sales in the country, even as recent tax changes have made its mild-hybrid SUVs more attractive to buyers.
Hyundai Staria Electric MPV Makes Its Debut in Europe At Brussels Motor Show South Korean automaker Hyundai recently expanded its electric vehicle lineup with the debut of the Staria Electric MPV at the Brussels Motor Show. Additionally, the production of the electric MPV is slated for Hyundai’s Ulsan plant in Korea, with the first units expected to arrive in European and Korean markets during the first half of 2026.
Tesla To Expand Its Presence in India, Set to Open Showroom in Bengaluru Elon Musk-owned American electric automaker, Tesla, recently announced that it will be expanding its presence in India after opening physical touchpoints in Mumbai and Delhi. The company, on X (formerly Twitter), announced that it will open its third and newest touchpoint in Bengaluru. The touchpoint in Bengaluru is expected to boast four Supercharger stations, much like the touchpoints in Bandra-Kurla Complex in Mumbai and Aerocity in New Delhi.
Kia EV2 breaks cover at Brussels Motor Show 2026 as brand’s most affordable EV Kia took the wraps off the EV2 at the Brussels Motor Show 2026, bringing the compact electric crossover into production. The Kia EV2 is the sixth and the smallest model from the South Korean brand’s portfolio of battery electric vehicles based on the E-GMP architecture. It comes with two battery pack options, three trim lines, and design cues borrowed from bigger Kia EVs.
Volvo EX60 Set to Make Its Global Debut on January 21 Swedish automaker, Volvo, has unveiled technical insights for its upcoming EX60, a mid-size electric SUV expected to succeed the XC60. Slated for its global premiere on January 21, 2026, the EX60 introduces a new bespoke EV architecture along with advanced manufacturing techniques. Serving as the foundation of Volvo s transition to a fully-electric brand, the EX60 will be available in international markets shortly after its unveiling, according to the company.
BYD becomes global EV sales leader as Tesla records second annual decline Chinese EV giant BYD Co. surpassed Tesla Inc. to take the title of the world’s number one electric vehicle seller after the US-based company’s annual sales declined by nearly 9 per cent. Tesla’s second consecutive drop in annual sales comes amid the end of US tax credits for EV purchases, as well as CEO Elon Musk’s political tangents. The company sold 1.6 million EVs in 2025 after registering a 16 per cent decline in deliveries during Q4.
India Adds Over 27,000 EV Charging Stations at Fuel Pumps in 2025 India increased its electric vehicle charging infrastructure in 2025 with the installation of thousands of new stations at petrol pumps across the country. According to the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas year-end press release, under the FAME-II government scheme, 8,932 charging stations were set up at retail outlets. Oil marketing companies also built over 18,500 more charging stations using their own money, bringing the total to 27,432 charging stations across the country.
Delhi Gears Up for Its Next EV Phase as New Policy Nears Rollout The Delhi government is preparing to introduce a new electric vehicle (EV) policy, with implementation expected from the next financial year, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Saturday.
Ather Energy to Offer Vehicle Insurance Through New Wholly-Owned Subsidiary Electric two-wheeler maker Ather Energy on Friday announced its entry into the auto insurance distribution space with the launch of a wholly-owned subsidiary to offer vehicle insurance services to its growing customer base.
Xiaomi SU7 nearly rolls into pond during autonomous parking attempt A Xiaomi SU7 has triggered fresh debate around the limits of autonomous driving aids after a video that was circulated online showed the electric sedan nearly rolling into a pond. The clip, widely shared on Chinese social media, captures the car inching forward moments after the occupants step out, before finally coming to a halt after its front bumper made contact with the water.
Mahindra XEV 9S launched in India at ₹19.95 lakh, new 7-seater EV with up to 679 km range Mahindra has officially launched the XEV 9S at a starting price of ₹19.95 lakh (ex-showroom), expanding its premium EV portfolio with a new three-row model. Positioned above the XEV 9e, the Mahindra is the latest all-electric SUV from the manufacturer. It is built on the dedicated INGLO architecture and is designed to prioritise maximum cabin space, advanced onboard tech, and luxurious seating. The “S in the name represents “space, a key focus area for the new EV, which claims to offer class-leading interior room and practicality.
Lotus unveils plug-in hybrid Eletre after going fully electric Lotus has unveiled a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of the Eletre SUV in China, marking a rare reversal for the brand, which first launched the model as a fully electric vehicle. The new PHEV variant is called Eletre “For Me and is currently confirmed only for the Chinese market.
FADA: Hero MotoCorp overtakes Ola Electric to top 4 spot in November 2025 EV 2W sales The latest data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) shows Hero MotoCorp taking the No. 4 spot in total electric two-wheeler (E2W) retail sales in November 2025, clinching the seat from Ola Electric after the latter posted a massive dip in volumes. The data shows that Hero retailed a total of 12,213 units, marking a 66.12 per cent year-on-year surge from 7,352 units in the same month last year. This comes despite selling 3,739 fewer units compared to October 2025, incurring a 23.44 per cent month-on-month decrease.
Mercedes Unveils New Electric GLB With 630 km Of Range, India Launch Plans Yet To Be Announced Mercedes-Benz has revealed the next-generation GLB, confirming that the compact SUV will launch initially as a fully electric model, with hybrid versions scheduled to follow later. The new GLB will be offered in both five- and seven-seat layouts and effectively replaces the outgoing EQB.
Carmakers mount last-ditch push to soften EU’s 2035 petrol ban ()Europe s embattled auto industry and its backers are ramping up pressure on the EU to relax its planned 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel car sales -- hoping for a decision by year end.
Lexus brings the LFA back, but not the way you remember it Lexus has officially revealed the LFA Concept, confirming the return of its halo supercar nameplate, this time as a fully electric model. The concept was presented alongside the Toyota GR GT road car and the GR GT3 race car.
Tesla Breaks Into Consumer Reports’ Reliability Top 10 After Years Near the Bottom Tesla Inc. made its first appearance in the top 10 for reliability in Consumer Reports’ rankings released Thursday, a stark turnaround for the electric vehicle maker that was a laggard just a few years ago.
VinFast India expands Tamil Nadu plant with new $500 million investment to build EVs VinFast India has announced a major expansion of its manufacturing footprint, having signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Tamil Nadu to extend its Thoothukudi facility. The latest agreement will allocate approximately 200 hectares (around 500 acres) of additional land within the SIPCOT Industrial Park, enabling the Vietnamese EV maker to scale its portfolio beyond electric cars into electric buses, electric scooters and charging infrastructure.
Maruti Suzuki e Vitara showcased in India ahead of January 2026 launch, gets 4WD and 426 km range Maruti Suzuki has officially showcased the e Vitara in India again and has announced that it will be officially launched in January 2026. With the latest model, the company makes a grand entry into the growing electric vehicle space on our shores, starting a new chapter in its electrification strategy. First previewed as the eVX concept at Auto Expo 2023 and later revealed in full production form at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, the new electric SUV becomes Maruti’s first mass-market battery electric product built on a dedicated EV architecture.
BYD Sealion 7 gets a price hike from January 2026 BYD India has announced that prices for the Sealion 7 electric SUV will increase from January 1, 2026. The company stated that customers who book the vehicle on or before December 31, 2025, will continue to receive current ex-showroom prices, effectively creating a year-end window before revised rates take effect.
