The govt has asked states and UTs to induct more EVs into public transport fleets to reduce tailpipe emissions States have been asked to communicate by 31 Aug the steps being planned to promote faster adoption of EVs Close on the heels of unveiling a host of incentives for electric vehicles, the Union government is […]
Govt asserts subsidy for EVs only for commercial vehicles, not personal usage
Under the Rs 10,000-crore FAME scheme, subsidy on EVs are given to three- and four-wheelers. The government Friday asserted that subsidies for promotion of electric mobility in India will be only for commercial vehicles, and automobiles for personal usage will not be included. Speaking at an event here, Minister of State for Heavy Industries and […]
Up To $7,000 In Rebates For Electric Vehicles & Plug-in Hybrids In California
The California Clean Vehicle Rebate Project provides a rebate of up to $7,000 when a California resident who is eligible for the program buys or leases a new all-electric, plug-in hybrid, or fuel-cell electric vehicle. Eligibility for the program is dependent on the applicant’s income. The Clean Vehicle Rebate Project is funded by the California […]
Government may not relent on electric vehicles despite opposition
Automakers, hurting from a demand slump and the massive investments for BS-VI, want more time for EVs The government has introduced several incentives in the budget to attract investments in EV manufacturing NEW DELHI: The government may not entertain the demands of automobile manufacturers to reconsider a proposed ban on two- and three-wheelers powered by […]
KSL Cleantech plans Rs 200 crore investment on electric vehicles venture
New Delhi: Kolkata-based KSL Cleantech plans to invest around Rs 200 crore in the next three years on development of electric two- and three-wheelers and expanding manufacturing capacity besides sales and marketing of the products, according to a top company official. The company, which has been primarily into the solar power space for the […]
A Twist in the Tale: Electric Vehicles Will Worsen India’s Pollution Crisis
At this juncture, India’s EV future looks promising only for investors. In her maiden budget speech, the new finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, announced income tax exemptions for prospective buyers of electric vehicles (EVs) and a reduced GST, from 12% to 5%. The move is effectively aimed at increasing EV ownership across consumer classes. The announcement […]
Centre seeks status report on electric vehicles from UT
CHANDIGARH: The Union government has asked the Chandigarh administration about the steps initiated to promote electric vehicles in the city. The Centre has already framed a National Electric Mobility Mission Plan aimed at promoting hybrid and electric vehicles across the country. A senior UT official said they will soon submit the report about the steps […]
GM Tackles the Problem: Where Do I Charge My Electric Vehicle?
Electric vehicles are on the market, but many potential buyers wonder: where do you charge them? Along with high prices, the availability of charging stations has remained a key concern of consumers who are interested in, but nervous about, purchasing electric vehicles. “We know that charging infrastructure is a key barrier for a lot of […]
Tata Steel looks to ride India’s electric vehicle wave with charging infra
While Indian Oil Corporation has partnered clean energy firm Fortum India for EV charging stations, Hindustan Petroleum is setting up charging stations with Tata Power Tata Steel is looking to ride India’s electric vehicle (EV) revolution with charging infrastructure as the firm plans to create infrastructure, provide engineering solutions, and anchor partnerships for the project. […]
Can India make the transition to electric vehicles?
India has taken some baby steps but more needs to be done to improve demand and supply Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced an additional income tax exemption of ₹1.5 lakh for purchasers of electric vehicles in Budget 2019-2020. She also said that the GST rate on electric vehicles would be lowered to 5%. Can India […]