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Latest news, launches, and updates from the Indian EV industry
Tesla Settles Fatal Autopilot Fire Truck Crash Lawsuit
Tesla has confidentially settled a wrongful death lawsuit over a 2023 Autopilot crash into a parked fire truck that killed the driver and injured his brother. The deal spares Elon Musk's Autopilot claims from a jury trial, with implications for ADAS marketing in India.
4 September 2026 at 11:13 pm
Range Rover Electric: $140,000 Luxury SUV with V8 Power
JLR has opened orders for the Range Rover Electric, its first luxury electric SUV, priced from $140,000 (approx ₹1.2 crore) with V8-matching dual-motor power. Expected in India around 2027 at likely ₹3 crore+, it will rival the Mercedes EQS 580 and BMW i7.
4 September 2026 at 11:07 pm
Zero Motorcycles Finally Adds DC Fast Charging for 2027
Zero Motorcycles has announced DC fast charging for its electric motorcycles starting 2027, closing its biggest long-standing feature gap. The move matters for India, where rivals like Ultraviolette and Ola already offer fast charging at far lower prices.
4 September 2026 at 11:02 pm
Circle K Taps Plugsurfing for 1 Million Charging Points
Circle K has partnered with Plugsurfing to give customers access to over one million charging points across Europe through roaming. The deal offers a roadmap for India's fragmented public charging ecosystem.
4 September 2026 at 11:00 pm
São Paulo Secures $497 Million for 1,100+ Electric Buses
São Paulo has secured US$496.6 million in international loans to fund over 1,100 additional electric buses. The landmark deal offers key financing lessons for India's own e-bus rollout.
4 September 2026 at 10:53 pm
China's Solar Capacity Overtakes Coal: What It Means for EVs
China's installed solar capacity has officially surpassed coal for the first time in history. The milestone signals a cleaner charging future for EVs, with important lessons for India's own solar and electric mobility push.
4 September 2026 at 10:51 pm
Bluetti Elite 100 Mini, Anker SOLIX & Tenways Deals Go Live
Bluetti's 1,004Wh Elite 100 Mini power station launches with exclusive deals from $408 alongside Anker SOLIX and Tenways Labor Day sales. Here's what these offers signal for Indian EV buyers.
4 September 2026 at 10:45 pm
Maine Approves 800 MW Wind Farm in Major Clean Energy Boost
Maine regulators have selected Clearway Energy to build an 800 MW wind farm, set to boost the state's onshore wind capacity by 66%. The project underscores how cleaner grids worldwide amplify the environmental benefits of EVs, including in India.
4 September 2026 at 10:42 pm
San Francisco to Install 100 Curbside EV Chargers by 2030
San Francisco will install 100 curbside EV chargers by 2030, targeting residents without home charging. The move highlights lessons for India's own street-charging gap in dense cities.
4 September 2026 at 10:40 pm
Chinese EVs Outscore Cupra Raval in Euro NCAP Crash Tests
New Euro NCAP crash tests have awarded five stars to Chinese EVs while the Cupra Raval managed only four. The results challenge safety stereotypes as Chinese-linked brands like MG and BYD grow in India.
4 September 2026 at 10:40 pm
Kia EV4 GT Launches in Canada: What It Means for India
Kia has opened orders for the 2027 EV4 GT in Canada, adding performance credentials to its third affordable EV. The sporty electric sedan could eventually join Kia India's growing EV lineup.
4 September 2026 at 10:38 pm
Minnesota's $41 Million EV Charger Plan: Lessons for India
Minnesota will spend $41 million (~₹340 crore) to build 40 new EV fast-charging sites beyond its major interstates. The move offers a direct template for India's own push to electrify tier-2 and tier-3 town charging.
4 September 2026 at 10:32 pm
Scout Reveals Two Traveler SUV Concepts Ahead of Launch
Scout Motors has revealed two Traveler SUV concepts showcasing the EV's rugged and luxurious sides as production nears. First US deliveries are expected in 2027, though an India launch remains unconfirmed.
4 September 2026 at 10:31 pm
Ford Wants 100,000 Fathom Electric Pickup Sales In Year One
Ford is targeting 100,000 first-year sales for its Fathom electric pickup, a goal that would rival Tesla's scale. We break down what this means for India's EV market and a possible Ford comeback.
4 September 2026 at 10:23 pm
Ford Wants 100,000 Fathom Electric Pickup Sales In Year One
Ford is targeting 100,000 first-year sales for its Fathom electric pickup, a figure that would place it alongside Tesla. The ambitious goal carries major implications for the emerging global electric pickup segment, including India.
4 September 2026 at 10:22 pm
Nio Q2 2026: Deliveries Jump 49%, Revenue Hits ₹36,900 Crore
Nio delivered 107,658 vehicles in Q2 2026, up 49.4% year-on-year, as revenue surged 69.1% to approximately ₹36,900 crore. Net losses narrowed significantly, signalling the Chinese EV maker's steady march toward profitability.
4 September 2026 at 10:16 pm
New Jersey Legalises Plug-In Balcony Solar for Renters
New Jersey has passed a law allowing tenants to install plug-in balcony solar panels without landlord or local government approval. The move holds big lessons for India's apartment-dwelling EV owners.
4 September 2026 at 10:14 pm
IAA Transportation 2026: Electric Truck Showdown Looms
IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover is set to become the biggest stage for electric trucks, with Tesla, Daimler, Volvo and Chinese newcomers all unveiling heavy-duty EVs. Here's why these global debuts matter for India's emerging e-truck market.
4 September 2026 at 10:09 pm
Electric Trucks to Beat Diesel on Most Routes by 2030: Study
A new Potsdam Institute study finds battery-electric trucks already outperform diesel on total cost of ownership, with 70-90% of German road freight becoming cost-competitive by 2030. The findings carry major implications for India's e-truck push under PM E-DRIVE.
4 September 2026 at 10:05 pm
Hyundai Mobis Opens Electric Drive Plant in Slovakia
Hyundai Mobis has started operations at its first European electric drive plant in Nováky, Slovakia, capable of producing 280,000 units annually. The facility will power Hyundai and Kia EVs in Europe, with drive tech advances that could eventually reach Hyundai's India EV line-up.
4 September 2026 at 10:03 pm