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Latest news, launches, and updates from the Indian EV industry
Waymo Takes On Snow: Robotaxis Expand To Harsh Winters
Waymo is expanding robotaxi services to a snowy US city, marking its first major winter challenge. The move could shape how autonomous tech adapts to India's difficult driving conditions.
13 September 2026 at 4:32 pm
Spirii Expands Charging Platform for CPOs, eMSPs and Fleets
Danish charging platform Spirii has expanded its software offering for charge point operators, eMSPs and fleet operators. The update underlines roaming and management capabilities that could influence India's EV charging interoperability push.
13 September 2026 at 4:32 pm
Volvo EX30 Gets V2L: Power Campsites via Software Update
Volvo has released an over-the-air software update adding vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability to the EX30, its most affordable EV. Indian owners can now power external appliances like coffee makers and camping gear directly from the SUV's 69kWh battery.
13 September 2026 at 4:32 pm
Rivian CFO Claire McDonough Exits for GE Vernova Amid Critical R2 Launch
Rivian CFO Claire McDonough is leaving for GE Vernova effective October 30, just as the company ramps its make-or-break R2 SUV. The timing raises questions about execution at a critical moment.
13 September 2026 at 4:32 pm
Fastned Opens 40th UK Charging Hub: Liverpool Site Live
Fastned has opened its 40th ultra-rapid charging hub in the UK, its first Liverpool site at Brunswick Business Park. The expansion offers key lessons for India's developing charging network.
13 September 2026 at 4:32 pm
India PV Sales Jump 35% in August to 4.5 Lakh Units
India's passenger vehicle industry posted a 35% year-on-year jump in August 2026 wholesales to around 4.5 lakh units, aided by a low base and festive season demand. High fuel prices and ethanol blending uncertainty are pushing more Indian buyers toward electric vehicles.
13 September 2026 at 4:32 pm
Norway's EV Share Hits Record 98.7%: Lessons for India
Norway's electric car market share reached a record 98.7 per cent in August 2026, led by Volkswagen, Toyota and Xpeng. The milestone offers key lessons for India's rapidly growing but still early-stage EV market.
13 September 2026 at 4:32 pm
Chargecloud & Hubject Extend Plug&Charge to AC Chargers
Chargecloud and Hubject have partnered to extend Plug&Charge authentication to AC charging points for the first time. The move could simplify charging for Indian EV owners reliant on the country's AC-heavy public network.
13 September 2026 at 4:32 pm
Nissan Wave EV Spotted Testing Ahead of Early 2027 Launch
Nissan's entry-level Wave EV has been spotted on public roads for the first time ahead of an early 2027 launch. Priced under $25,000 (about ₹22 lakh), it could challenge Tata and MG in India's booming EV market.
13 September 2026 at 4:32 pm
Tesla FSD Active in Fatal Crash That Killed Mother of Five
Tesla has confirmed its Full Self-Driving system was engaged during a fatal crash in Batavia, Illinois, that killed 37-year-old Maggie Espinosa, a mother of five. The confirmation came from Tesla's own redacted report to US regulator NHTSA.
13 September 2026 at 4:31 pm
Solar-Powered Ambulance Stella Juva Aces Kenya Test
Solar Team Eindhoven's solar-powered ambulance Stella Juva has completed an 800km field test in Kenya, proving off-grid emergency response is possible. The breakthrough holds major promise for India's rural ambulance networks and solar EV ambitions.
13 September 2026 at 4:31 pm
Tesla to Re-Launch Semi, Roadster and Cybercab in September
Tesla will stage two confirmed events and one rumoured launch in September, but all three products — Semi, Roadster and Cybercab — were already unveiled years ago. Electrek calls it a stock pump, and none of the vehicles is confirmed for India.
13 September 2026 at 4:31 pm
Renault Scenic E-Tech Gets New Batteries, Faster Charging
Renault has updated the Scenic E-Tech Electric with a new 89 kWh NMC battery, faster DC charging, and a 67 kWh LFP pack arriving later. The upgrades signal what Indian buyers can expect from Renault's upcoming India-bound EVs.
13 September 2026 at 4:31 pm
Munich Study Calls for EU CO₂ Rule Overhaul: India Impact
A Technical University of Munich study urges the EU to include production, energy and recycling emissions in CO₂ car limits. The findings carry important lessons for India's fast-growing EV market and its coal-heavy power grid.
13 September 2026 at 4:31 pm
ChargePoint Names John Saffrett to Lead Europe Operations
ChargePoint has appointed industry veteran John Saffrett as EVP and Managing Director for Europe to drive expansion. The move could influence charging technology and standards reaching India's rapidly growing EV infrastructure.
13 September 2026 at 4:31 pm
August e2W Sales Dip 11% MoM; January-August Growth Hits 60%
India's electric two-wheeler sales dipped 11% month-on-month in August 2026 due to monsoon and Shraadh, but January-August volumes remain up 60% YoY. TVS and Bajaj together held nearly 50% market share.
13 September 2026 at 4:31 pm
Tesla Autopilot Fatal Crashes Hidden in Redacted Reports
An Electrek investigation reveals Tesla redacts nearly all details from federal crash reports involving Autopilot and FSD, consistently blaming drivers. The findings highlight transparency gaps relevant to India's fast-growing ADAS-equipped EV market.
13 September 2026 at 4:31 pm
VinFast to Supply 3,000 EVs for Green SM Fleet by 2027
VinFast has secured an order for 3,000 electric vehicles from Xe Nhanh Viet Nam, to be deployed on the Green SM platform by 2027. The deal highlights VinFast's fleet-first strategy as it scales operations in India.
13 September 2026 at 4:31 pm
Bharat VECTO Beta Launched: India Eyes Tech-Agnostic Norms
India has launched the beta version of Bharat VECTO, a tool to measure real-world vehicle energy consumption under the Ministries of Heavy Industries and Road Transport. The government is also signalling technology-agnostic norms for cleaner, sustainable transportation.
13 September 2026 at 4:31 pm
LG Energy Solution Secures 10-Year US Lithium Supply Deal
LG Energy Solution will source 8,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate annually from Arkansas starting 2029 under a ten-year deal with Smackover Lithium. The agreement secures US raw materials for EV and storage batteries, with ripple effects for Indian EV pricing.
13 September 2026 at 4:31 pm