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Chinese electric vehicles face insurance challenges in UK. Here s whyChinese electric vehicles (EVs) are facing insurance challenges in the UK, with many models being either uninsurable or burdened with exorbitant premiums. Factors such as high repair costs, lack of technical information, and lengthy lead times for replacement parts are contributing to this issue. Models like the BYD Seal, GWM Ora 03, and some MG models are particularly affected, according to a report by Auto Express.
INDE racing to showcase EV advancements at Misano E-Prix
New Delhi [India], March 10 (ANI): FIM E-Xplorer World Cup, the world s first global all-electric offroad motorcycle series announced it will be collaborating with the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship around knowledge sharing and at-track activations during the 2024 Misano E-Prix.
India open to all EV makers, no special treatment for Tesla: Minister Goyal
India will not tailor its policies to suit US EV maker Tesla, and its laws and tariff rules will be formulated to attract all-electric vehicle manufacturers from across the world to set up a base in the world s fastest-growing economy, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said.
BYD explores Jalisco state in Mexico for potential EV plant location
China’s top electric-vehicle maker, BYD Co., sent a delegation to the Mexican state of Jalisco to consider building an EV plant there. Company executives from China met with state officials last week, according to Roberto Arechederra, Jalisco’s economic development secretary.
Rivian gains as new launch R2 SUV attracts 68,000 strong early orders
Rivian s shares closed more than 2 per cent higher on Friday as its cheaper R2 SUV racked up tens of thousands of reservations within hours of its launch, fueling optimism that the electric vehicle maker could expand in the mass-market segment. Unveiled on Thursday, the smaller R2 SUV, which will start at $45,000, has attracted more than 68,000 reservations, CEO RJ Scaringe said in a post on X.
Ampere trademarks Aspirus and Nexus names. New e-scooters incoming?
Ampere, the electric two-wheeler arm of Greaves Electric, has trademarked two new names. The company recently received approvals for the names - Aspirus and Nexus - hinting at new electric offerings coming from the company. The trademarks emerge at a time when Ampere is gearing up to introduce its new electric scooter in India, which is likely to be based on the NXG e-scooter concept showcased at the 2023 Auto Expo.
Tork Kratos R electric motorcycle gets a ₹37,500 price cut till March 31
Pune-based Tork Motors has announced a hefty discount of ₹37,500 on the Kratos R electric motorcycle. The Tork Kratos R now retails at ₹1.50 lakh, as against the previous asking price of ₹1.87 lakh (ex-showroom, including FAME II subsidy), albeit for a limited period till March 31, 2024. The new offer adds a ₹15,000 price cut on the e-motorcycle, considering the company was already offering a ₹22,000 discount since the end of 2023.
Ather Rizta family electric scooter to be revealed on April 6
Ather Energy will reveal its much-anticipated family electric scooter - Rizta, on April 6, 2024. The Ather Community Day (ACDC 2024) is scheduled to take place on the same day, which will mark the arrival of the manufacturer’s all-new offering. The Ather Rizta has been teased on multiple occasions so far and is slated to be the brand’s most mass-market model yet.
Ola S1 Pro, S1 Air & S1 X+ to be offered with discounts till March end
Ola Electric has been offering some kind of offer or benefit since the start of 2024. Now, the electric two-wheeler brand has announced that they will be extending the price reduction till end of the March. So, what this means is the S1 Pro, S1 Air, and S1 X+ (3kWh) will continue to be available at ₹1,29,999, ₹1,04,999 and ₹84,999 respectively. All prices are ex-showroom.
VinFast walks Tesla route in India, seeks import duty cut for electric cars
Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer VinFast has approached the Indian government with a request to temporarily reduce import duties on its cars for approximately two years, a report by Reuters stated. This move aims to facilitate customer acceptance of VinFast s products until the company s local manufacturing plant becomes operational.
Mercedes revises EV plans with current market status. Check details
The German luxury carmaker, Mercedes-Benz has been at the forefront of the automotive industry s shift towards electric vehicles (EVs). However, during the press conference for its 2023 results, the company humbly admitted to a slight delay in its ambitious electric vehicle plans. Previously aiming for plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and full EVs to represent half of its total sales by 2025, Mercedes now projects achieving this milestone by 2030, a five-year extension of its initial timeline.
BYD launches India-bound Dolphin EV in China, gets a major price cut
Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD launched the updated iteration of its Dolphin hatchback in the country with a lower starting price. The new BYD Dolphin EV comes available at a new starting price of 99,800 yuan, which is equivalent to ₹11.64 lakh. This means the updated version of the electric car has received a 14.6 per cent price cut from its previous version. The introduction of this updated electric hatchback came on the heels of the launch of BYD s lower-priced plug-in hybrid sedan.
Hyundai set to bid farewell to petrol powered N models. Check details
Hyundai is gearing up to introduce the Creta N Line in India next month, marking the third N Line model to debut in the country. The introduction of the Creta N Line in India is expected to further strengthen Hyundai s position in the region and cater to the growing demand for high-performance vehicles.
Ola S1 Pro vs Ather 450 Apex: Which electric scooter should you buy?
Electric vehicles, especially the two-wheelers have gotten really popular in the Indian market. One of the most popular electric scooters currently in the Indian market is the Ola S1 Pro. Recently, a new rival entered the Indian market to compete against the S1 Pro. It is the Ather 450 Apex. Both scooters are their manufacturer s flagship units. So, here is a quick comparison between the Ola S1 Pro and Ather 450 Apex.
Renault Kwid EV-based Dacia Spring EV: 5 top highlights
Dacia recently unveiled the Spring EV in the global market. It will also spawn an electric version of Kwid from Renault in the future. The manufacturer has made several changes to the exterior, interior and powertrain as well. Here are some of the top highlights of the Renault Kwid EV.
Man buys Ather electric scooter in Jaipur paying whole amount with ₹10 coins
A man in Jaipur has reportedly purchased an Ather 450 series electric scooter by paying the whole amount for the EV with ₹10 coins, Tarun Mehta, CEO of Ather Energy has posted on his social media account. However, he didn t reveal which 450 series model the man purchased.
Ather Rizta electric scooter teased by comedian Anubhav Singh Bassi
Popular stand-up comedian, Anubhav Singh Bassi has posted an image of Ather Energy s upcoming electric scooter. The new scooter is called Rizta and it will be a family scooter. The brand will launch the new electric scooter at their Community Day. This is not the first time that Ather Energy has teased Rizta. The brand showcased the size of the seat in the previous teasers.
EV sales in Germany are plummeting. Here s why
Germany, long hailed as a pioneer in promoting electric mobility through tax incentives, shocked the automotive industry in December by abruptly terminating its incentive program for electric vehicles (EVs). In the aftermath, the nation witnessed a dramatic downturn in EV sales, underscoring the profound impact of policy decisions on consumer behavior and market dynamics.
Tata Punch EV vs Citroen eC3: Which EV to go for?
Indians are getting a taste for EVs (electric vehicles) and the sales numbers show that. While in 2022 the EV penetration in the passenger vehicle segment was 1 per cent, it has moved to 2 per cent in 2023 and is ever growing. This gives enough confidence to the Indian PV players to get into the newly emerging space. And the leader of the space is Tata Motors which holds a 80 per cent market share in the EV passenger vehicle market.
Tesla and BYD had 35% of global electric car market in 2023
In the global all-electric car registrations, Tesla and BYD together grabbed a 35.6 per cent market share, significantly up from 2022 when these two EV manufacturers grabbed a 30.8 per cent market stake. A study by EV-Volumes Data has revealed that Tesla was the top with more than 18 lakh units registered in 2023 grabbing 19.1 per cent of the BEV segment, up from 18.2 per cent in 2022. This reveals that the US-based electric car major was growing faster than the rest of the EV industry on average.