Mahindra to launch commercial electric 4-wheeler ‘e-ZEO’ in October
Mahindra Last Mile Mobility’s ‘e-ZEO’ will have an efficient high-voltage architecture that will provide higher range and faster charging times.
BMW Plans to Launch 1st Hydrogen-Powered Electric Car in 2028
BMW will be collaborating with Toyota Motor Corp. to develop a third-generation fuel cell system, which will be installed in the electric vehicle.
Exponent Energy, Veera Vahana Launch World’s 1st 15-Min Charging Intercity Bus
The EV is the world’s first 13.5-meter 2-axle electric bus with 15-minute rapid charging, boasting a 320 kWh battery pack and a 6,00,000 km battery warranty.
University of Arizona Develops AI Framework to Prevent EV Battery Fires
A groundbreaking AI technology developed by the University of Arizona accurately predicts and prevents thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries.
Punjab ITIs Gear Up for EV Revolution, Offer New Courses: Report
The department is associating with vehicle manufacturers like Mahindra and Maruti Suzuki to invest in infrastructure upgrading at the ITIs under the central government scheme to skill youth in collaboration with the industry.
Ola Electric Unveils e-bikes Lineup, Eyes India’s 1st AI Chip Launch in 2026
The lineup includes three models – the Roadster X, Roadster, and Roadster Pro – with prices starting at ₹74,999. While the Roadster Pro will be launched during Diwali, the Roadster X and Roadster will hit the market in January 2025.
Mahindra to Invest ₹12,000 Crore for EV Unit
The company also announced an extension to the investment timeline for British International Investment (BII). BII, a UK-based investor, had previously committed to investing up to ₹1,925 crore in MEAL.
Tesla Eyes India for Electric Vehicle Factory
The potential plant is estimated to cost between $2 billion and $3 billion. The report, citing sources familiar with the plans, suggests Tesla is focusing on established automotive hubs in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu.
Xiaomi Electrifies the EV Market: SU7 Debuts with 90,000 Orders in 24 Hours
The SU7 boasts impressive features, including a claimed range of up to 800 kilometres on a single charge and a 0-to-100 km/h acceleration time of a mere 2.78 seconds. The top speed is 265 kilometres per hour.
Tata Electric Vehicle Unit Gears Up for $1-2 Billion IPO
This follows TPEML’s successful securing of $1 billion in funding from TPG in January 2023 as part of its ambitious $2 billion investment plan for the EV segment by 2026.
