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. Chinese officials say the data is used for analytics to improve public safety. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan)

In China, your car could be talking to the government

The automakers say they are merely complying with local laws, which apply only to alternative energy vehicles.

03 Dec 2018 9:27 AM

At the conference, the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister stated that the teams of planning officers have explained him the progress of various welfare schemes. (Photo: File)

Andhra Pradesh: CM Naidu backs use of electric vehicles to eradicate pollution

'Electric vehicles would be introduced to eradicate pollution. The partnership of public and private sector is very important,' he said.

01 Dec 2018 4:09 PM

Singulato said it will use Nvidia’s Xavier platform to develop level 3 self-driving systems.

US chipmaker Nvidia to provide AI platform for Chinese EV start-ups

XPeng and Singulato will use Nvidia’s artificial intelligence (AI) driving chip Xavier and its computing platform.

22 Nov 2018 4:07 PM

In order to overcome the inertia and motivate consumers to opt for electric vehicles, both the Union and state governments are considering numerous options to prepare the industry for this mass transition towards EVs.

Who will lead India’s transition in adopting electric vehicles?

According to the World Health Organisation, 14 of the planet’s 15 most polluted cities are in India.

30 Oct 2018 5:12 AM

India does not have a "clear vision" and "ecosystem" in place for the promotion of electric cars, a senior official of European car manufacturer Volkswagen said here on Monday.

India lacks ecosystem for electric cars, says Volkswagen official

He also said that the company has announced Rs 8,000 crore investment for development in Indian products in the next five years.

08 Oct 2018 5:56 PM

The new company will be called "Monet" - short for "mobility network" - and will be 50.25 per cent owned by Softbank, with the remainder held by Toyota.

Toyota, Softbank unveil tie-up, eye autonomous vehicle services

Monet would be created by April 2019 and would have an initial capital injection of 2.0 billion yen ($17.5 million).

04 Oct 2018 11:25 AM

Japanese automaker Honda can "very quickly" bring electric vehicles to India if there is enough market demand to sustain business, but multiple technologies must be considered for future mobility, according to a senior company official.

Can drive in EVs into India if there is enough market demand: Honda

The company, which is present in India through a wholly-owned subsidiary, sells eight models here.

16 Sep 2018 1:34 PM

The world's largest coal miner CIL is aiming to produce 6.76 lakh tonne of methanol per annum to boost clean energy initiatives, its Chairman Anil Kumar Jha said.

Coal India to set up methanol plant, eyes 6.76 LT output per annum

The government is betting big on alternative fuel and pushing electric vehicles (EVs).

16 Sep 2018 12:49 PM

Maruti Suzuki’s first EV Prototype showcased

The prototype, which is based on the Japan-spec WagonR, is underpinned by Suzuki’s lightweight Heartect platform.

14 Sep 2018 5:35 PM

India can save about Rs 1.2 lakh crore of forex outgo towards oil imports every year by adopting a policy regime to promote electric two-wheelers, a report by Niti Aayog has said.

Niti report pitches for policy regime to promote e-2 wheelers

The report was presented to Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Global Mobility Summit 'MOVE'.

09 Sep 2018 2:57 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Photo: File)

PM Modi seeks investments in electric vehicles

Modi said better mobility reduces the burden of travel and transportation and can boost economic growth.

08 Sep 2018 12:59 AM

Japanese auto major Suzuki Motor Corporation plans to start road tests of its electric vehicles (EVs) in India next month as a precursor to launch of EV in 2020, its chairman Osamu Suzuki said on Friday.

Suzuki Motor Corp to start road test of e-vehicles next month

The company has decided to launch EV in India around 2020 in cooperation with Toyota Motor Corporation.

07 Sep 2018 1:46 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Photo: Facebook)

PM Modi pitches for investments in electric vehicles manufacturing

He said clean mobility powered by clean energy is the most powerful weapon to fight climate change.

07 Sep 2018 12:50 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with over 30 CEOs of leading companies with a view to finalise the second phase of the FAME India scheme on Friday, a top Niti Aayog official said. (Photo: AP)

PM to interact with over 30 CEOs on FAME scheme to promote EVs in India

The Prime Minister will listen to views of CEOs of leading companies and then take a final decision.

06 Sep 2018 7:40 PM

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) expects the electric vehicle segment to stabilise in India over the next five years with vehicle prices coming down due to reduction in battery cost, a top company official said on Thursday.

Electric vehicle segment to stabilise in India over next 5 years: Mahindra

Pawan Goenka said with EV prices coming down and demand picking up for such vehicles.

06 Sep 2018 7:26 PM

Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday pitched for alternative fuels such as ethanol and methanol along with electric vehicles, reiterating that the government's policy is to reduce import, enhance exports and curb pollution.

Gadkari pitches for alternate fuels; says govt not against petrol, diesel

Our policy is very clear. We want to reduce imports, increase exports and finish pollution, said Gadkari.

05 Sep 2018 6:56 PM

Olectra Greentech Limited Wednesday said Chinese BYD's eBuzz K9 electric buses have joined the fleet of Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC).

Olectra Greentech delivers 5 electric busses to Telangana RTC

The electric buses are manufactured in India by Olectra Greentech.

05 Sep 2018 5:25 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the second phase of the FAME India scheme here on September 7 at India's First Global Mobility Summit 'MOVE', Union Minister Anant Geete said Wednesday.

PM Modi to launch 2nd phase of FAME to promote electric vehicles in India

Geete said the Heavy Industry Ministry was framing a comprehensive auto policy after consultation with all the stakeholders.

05 Sep 2018 2:42 PM

GAIL wants to insert six new sections in the main objects clause of the memorandum of association of the company to foray into new business

GAIL to set up battery charging stations for electric vehicles

Charging stations for e-vehicles at CNG dispensing stations in a bid to diversify its portfolio beyond gas and petrochemicals.

03 Sep 2018 11:12 AM

Government to focus on tech for charging electric vehicles

Lok Sabha elections, and the Centre wants to show the country’s readiness to adopt electric vehicles during the event.

02 Sep 2018 1:56 AM

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