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Latest news, launches, and updates from the Indian EV industry
Hyundai Dealer's ₹34,000 EV Charging Bill Sparks Outrage
A Detroit Hyundai dealership reportedly billed an EV driver $400 (about ₹34,000) for a single charging session, exposing the pitfalls of dealer-owned 'public' chargers. Here's what the incident means for India's rapidly growing EV charging ecosystem.
5 September 2026 at 8:09 pm
UB Adds 8 Electric Buses to Stampede Campus Fleet
University at Buffalo has deployed eight 40-foot electric buses in its Stampede fleet, beginning a four-year campus electrification effort. The move offers a replicable model for India's rapidly expanding e-bus programs.
5 September 2026 at 6:52 am
Uber Launches UK's First Autonomous Rides in London
Uber and Wayve have launched Britain's first autonomous ride-hailing service in London using Mustang Mach-E EVs with safety drivers onboard. The 12-market global deal could eventually shape autonomous mobility plans for Uber's large Indian network.
5 September 2026 at 1:07 am
Tesla's Rare-Earth-Free Cybercab Motor: India EV Impact
Tesla has revealed a rare-earth-free motor for its Cybercab that is 18% smaller, 25% lighter and drives segment-best efficiency. The move matters for India as it hedges against China's grip on rare earth processing.
5 September 2026 at 12:38 am
Norway EVs Hit Record 98.7% Market Share: Lessons For India
Norway's EV market share has hit a record 98.7%, effectively ending petrol and hybrid car sales in the country. Here's what this world-first milestone means for India's electric vehicle journey.
5 September 2026 at 12:09 am
New Jersey Made Plug-In Solar Legal: What It Means for India
New Jersey has become one of the first US states to legalise plug-in solar panels that work without a roof. The move could inspire similar reforms for India's apartment dwellers and EV owners.
5 September 2026 at 12:03 am
EV Driver Charged Chevy Bolt, Hit With ₹35,000 Bill
An EV owner was billed $418 (≈₹35,000) for a single charging session on his Chevy Bolt at a US Hyundai dealership. The case highlights why transparent charging tariffs matter for India's fast-growing EV ecosystem.
5 September 2026 at 12:01 am
NeoVolta Secures 9 GWh Battery Cell Supply From SK On
NeoVolta Power has signed a five-year supply agreement with SK On for up to 9 GWh of US-made battery cells to scale its Georgia factory. The deal highlights how battery cell security is shaping the global EV and energy storage race.
4 September 2026 at 11:57 pm
Windrose Unveils iPad-Sized 70 kW Electric PTO for e-Trucks
Windrose has unveiled an iPad-sized 70 kW electric power take-off that runs entirely without diesel. The breakthrough could reshape auxiliary power economics for India's heavy trucking sector.
4 September 2026 at 11:54 pm
India's EV Market Broadens Beyond Cities: Kumaraswamy
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy says India's mobility market has broadened beyond cities, segments and income groups. He highlighted the PM E-DRIVE and PLI schemes as key drivers of the country's accelerating EV growth.
4 September 2026 at 11:49 pm
Labor Day EV Deals: ENGWE, Navee, Tenways Slash Prices
Labor Day EV deals went live on September 4 with ENGWE's E26 3.0 e-bike at $699 off and Navee's UT5 Ultra X superscooter at a new $1,785 low. Tenways and Velotric round out the savings, offering a pricing benchmark for India's upcoming festive-season sales.
4 September 2026 at 11:43 pm
Labor Day EV Deals: ENGWE E26 3.0, Navee, Tenways Slashed
Labor Day sales have cut prices on the ENGWE E26 3.0 dual-motor e-bike, Navee UT5 Ultra X superscooter and Tenways Wayfarer cruiser, with savings up to $877. We decode what these global price drops mean for Indian EV buyers.
4 September 2026 at 11:40 pm
Massive EV Battery Study: Ioniq 5 Ages Best of 20 Models
Aviloo's study of 500,000 EV batteries across 20 models names the Hyundai Ioniq 5 as the slowest to degrade. The findings have major implications for India's hot climate, used EV resale values and battery warranty confidence.
4 September 2026 at 11:36 pm
Kia PV7 Electric Van: Built for More Than Just Deliveries
Kia has revealed its larger PV7 electric van with a modular EV platform designed for work and lifestyle conversions. The vehicle could reshape India's commercial and people-mover EV segments.
4 September 2026 at 11:34 pm
Schneider Home EV Charger Undercuts Tesla's Wall Connector
Schneider Electric's new home EV charger bundles load-management hardware that Tesla's Wall Connector sells separately. This could reshape India's home-charging market if the charger launches locally at an aggressive price.
4 September 2026 at 11:33 pm
Range Rover Electric Debuts With 600km Range, 350kW Charging
JLR has opened order books for the Range Rover Electric, its first combustion-engine-free model, with 600km range, 405kW power and 350kW fast charging. The flagship EV is expected to reach India in 2027, taking on the Mercedes EQS SUV and BMW iX.
4 September 2026 at 11:31 pm
EVN Acquires BayWa Mobility Charging for German HPC Market
Austria's EVN has acquired BayWa Mobility Charging, gaining 170 high-power charging points across 30 German locations. The deal signals utility-led consolidation in EV charging, a trend highly relevant to India's own infrastructure build-out.
4 September 2026 at 11:25 pm
ACMA: India Must Own EV Design & Tech to Lead Globally
ACMA President Vikrampati Singhania has called on India's auto component industry to own design and technology to make the country a global automotive leader. He also urged factories to set global benchmarks for productivity, quality, and workforce skills.
4 September 2026 at 11:24 pm
Donut Lab Claims 409 Wh/kg Battery, But Credibility Slips
Donut Lab claims a 409 Wh/kg energy density in an independent lab test, its first published figure after months of scrutiny. However, the company's missed Q1 2026 production deadline for a solid-state EV battery continues to undermine trust.
4 September 2026 at 11:18 pm
Tesla Model Y L Suspension Problems Emerge in China
Chinese owners of Tesla's three-row Model Y L are reporting suspension collapse issues, prompting fans to create a 'finger test' to spot affected vehicles. Here's what it means for Indian EV buyers eyeing Tesla's Model Y.
4 September 2026 at 11:16 pm