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Latest news, launches, and updates from the Indian EV industry
Breaking: Rivian CFO Claire McDonough Exits EV Maker
Rivian CFO Claire McDonough is leaving the company after six years, departing as the EV maker races to ramp up R2 SUV production. The exit raises questions about financial leadership during Rivian's most critical manufacturing push.
30 August 2026 at 9:54 am
Does Fast Charging Ruin EV Batteries? BYD Tested 350 Times
BYD ultra-fast charged its Yangwang U7 350 times in 9 days to test battery degradation at megawatt-level speeds. The results offer reassurance for Indian EV buyers worried that frequent fast charging damages battery health.
30 August 2026 at 9:54 am
BMW Hits 2 Million EV Sales Milestone, iX3 Leads Charge
BMW has crossed 2 million global EV sales, with the new iX3 emerging as the biggest growth driver. The milestone signals intensifying competition in India's premium EV market.
30 August 2026 at 9:45 am
Aptera Solar EV: 76 km Daily Range From Sunlight Verified
Independent testing by TÜV Rheinland validates Aptera's claim that its solar EV can travel up to 76 km per day on sunlight alone. The milestone could reshape expectations for solar mobility, though the vehicle remains far from Indian showrooms.
30 August 2026 at 9:44 am
Tesla Hit by China's Largest-Ever Recall Over Door Safety
Tesla must rectify several million vehicles in China's largest-ever recall over mechanical emergency door release issues. European regulators, including Germany's KBA, have so far held back from similar action.
30 August 2026 at 9:43 am
Hyundai Confirms New Electric SUV Above IONIQ 5: Details
Hyundai has confirmed a new global D-segment electric SUV that will sit above the IONIQ 5 in its lineup. The model could bring 500km+ range and premium features to India's fast-growing EV market.
30 August 2026 at 9:42 am
Tesla FSD Nearly Drives Into Train: Third Incident in 2026
Tesla's newest FSD v14.3.7 failed to stop at an active railway crossing and nearly hit a passing train. It is the third such incident Electrek has documented this year.
30 August 2026 at 9:41 am
Lucid Recalls 27,185 Air Sedans Over Fire Risk: Park Outside
Lucid has recalled 27,185 Air sedans worldwide over a fire risk, advising owners to park outside until a fix arrives. The remedy is a simple OTA software update, with lessons for India's fast-growing EV market.
30 August 2026 at 12:50 am
Tesla Recalls Nearly 3 Million Cars in China Over Door Risk
Tesla is recalling 2,975,910 vehicles in China after regulators flagged its emergency door release as hard to operate in a crash — its largest-ever Chinese recall. The design is used globally, including on the Model Y sold in India at ₹59.89 lakh.
30 August 2026 at 12:47 am
Tesla Recalls 2.7 Million Cars in China Over Driver Safety
Tesla is recalling 2,740,642 vehicles in China to enable cabin camera eye-tracking for Autopilot after regulators deemed hand-on-wheel detection insufficient. The recall signals tightening global ADAS scrutiny with important lessons for India's rapidly expanding EV market.
30 August 2026 at 12:46 am
Breaking: Kia Recalls Over 21,000 EV9 SUVs Over Faulty Airbag
Kia has recalled over 21,000 EV9 electric SUVs after reports that the airbag system may fail to detect a child in the front passenger seat. Indian owners of the ₹1.36 crore flagship EV are advised to verify their vehicle with Kia dealerships.
30 August 2026 at 12:15 am
Solar Electric Trikes Tackle Cuba's Garbage Crisis
Solar-charged electric trikes are restoring garbage collection in Havana as a US fuel blockade cripples Cuba's transport network. The story offers key lessons for India's booming electric three-wheeler and municipal EV sectors.
29 August 2026 at 11:59 pm
Portland Airport Charges 20 Rental EVs at Once From Overhead
Portland International Airport has launched an overhead ChargePoint system that fast-charges 20 rental EVs simultaneously without using floor space. The space-saving innovation offers valuable lessons for India's crowded urban charging landscape.
29 August 2026 at 11:59 pm
Heybike Hero Carbon E-Bike Hits $1,049 Low in Green Deals
Electrek's midweek Green Deals feature the Heybike Hero 750W carbon-fiber e-bike at a new $1,049.50 low alongside EcoFlow's 48-hour flash sale with savings up to $2,200. The roundup signals falling global e-bike prices that could soon influence India's growing e-cycle market.
29 August 2026 at 11:58 pm
London Car Tax Improved Kids' Health: Lessons for India
London's expanded Ultra Low Emission Zone has slashed air pollution and measurably improved children's lung health. The findings offer a powerful template for pollution-choked Indian cities like Delhi.
29 August 2026 at 11:57 pm
Lucid Unveils 2027 Air EV Lineup With New Stealth Package
Lucid has revealed its 2027 Air lineup with a new Stealth & Sound Package for the Air Pure, while the Grand Touring retains its 824 km range crown. Pricing holds flat across all four trims for the new model year.
29 August 2026 at 11:56 pm
First Look: All-New Hyundai Tucson Revealed Inside and Out
Hyundai has revealed the all-new Tucson's exterior and interior design for the first time, hinting at a major generational upgrade. Here's what the new SUV could mean for Indian buyers.
29 August 2026 at 11:55 pm
VMAX VX2 Lite Review: Full Suspension, 90km Range Fun
Electrek's Micah Toll praises the VMAX VX2 Lite for delivering full-suspension comfort, 40 km/h speed and 90 km claimed range without heavyweight bulk. The budget e-scooter's formula closely matches what Indian buyers demand from brands like Ola and TVS.
29 August 2026 at 11:54 pm
Ex-Tesla President: Roadster Delay Tied to SpaceX Merger
Former Tesla president Jon McNeill claims the next-gen Roadster's delay stems from SpaceX hovering technology, not car engineering. He suggests the project is designed to pull Tesla and SpaceX closer together — possibly ahead of a merger.
29 August 2026 at 11:53 pm
Ather Konarc: Tarun Mehta's ₹1 Lakh Metal-Body Scooter Bet
Ather Energy has unveiled Konarc, its first metal-body electric scooter with a ₹1 lakh entry price. CEO Tarun Mehta calls it the company's biggest push yet to convert India's petrol scooter buyers.
29 August 2026 at 11:52 pm