Kia Expects The Affordable EV3 To Be Its Best-Selling EV In The U.S. The Chevy Bolt and Nissan Leaf failed to take off in a more difficult market for EVs. Can Kia's $30,000 crossover buck the trend? InsideEVs · Oct 10
Cheaper to run, but costlier to buy? New CAFE III rules kick in from April 2027; here's how your next car could be affected India’s CAFE III fuel-efficiency norms will take effect from April 1, 2027, tightening fleet-average targets for automakers until March 2032. The rules offer incentives for electric vehicles, hybrids, flex-fuel cars and fuel-saving technologies. But will they make cars cheaper to run or push up showroom prices? Here’s how the new… The Economic Times · Oct 10
EU and China strike interim trade deal that could cut Chinese hybrid exports China and the European Union have agreed on a preliminary trade deal to address trade imbalances. This deal includes reduced tariffs on certain European goods and measures for reliable rare earth supply chains. The EU trade commissioner noted that this agreement could significantly decrease Chinese electric vehicle imports. Both sides… The Economic Times · Oct 10
Nitin Gadkari’s bike taxi push gets boost as Maharashtra notifies transition timeline from petrol bikes to EVs The state of Maharashtra has unveiled a carefully planned approach allowing bike-taxi operators to shift to electric vehicles over a span of nine months. This effort is designed to facilitate the transition for drivers while building a controlled bike-taxi system. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari noted the considerable employment potential that… The Economic Times · Oct 8
Why electric vehicles sales are lukewarm in America, but hot in Europe Electric vehicle sales in the United States have dropped 30.7% this year following the expiration of a federal subsidy. In contrast, European buyers have embraced electric vehicles, significantly increasing their market share amid rising fuel prices. Many US automakers have discontinued electric models, with buyers shifting towards hybrids and used… The Economic Times · Oct 8
Buying an EV for the First Time? 7 Things You Should Check For a first-time EV buyer, the biggest questions are often simple ones. Where will you charge it? How far will it actually go? What happens on a long trip? And what does the battery warranty really cover? Before you book your first electric car, check these seven things. 1. Check… MyLifeXP · Oct 7
Electric vehicles surge ahead as petrol car sales stall Diesel and petrol-powered vehicle sales are slowing as figures show more Australians are getting behind electric and hybrid cars. AAP · Oct 6
FLY91 begins flights from Navi Mumbai airport, adds four direct routes FLY91 has begun operating from Navi Mumbai International Airport, offering direct flights to various destinations. The airline plans to operate over 350 weekly flights in its winter schedule. Multiple public transport options will connect passengers to and from the airport, enhancing accessibility. E-Shivai electric buses, taxi services, and autorickshaws will… The Economic Times · Oct 6
UK weighs tariffs on Chinese EVs amid ‘dumping’ concerns: Report Britain is contemplating the implementation of tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle imports in the near future. This consideration arises from concerns regarding the potential flooding of the market with state-subsidised vehicles. Business Minister Jonathan Reynolds is preparing a package of potential tariffs for Chinese vehicle imports. British officials are eager… The Economic Times · Oct 5
BYD is reshaping Australia’s car market. How did it get here? Since the Iran-US military conflict began earlier this year, disrupting global oil markets, Australia’s electric vehicle (EV) market has experienced an unprecedented boost. The Conversation · Oct 4
Automakers ramp up production, inventory as festive demand picks up Automakers in India are increasing production and optimizing dealer inventories in anticipation of the festive season. Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai Motor India are addressing pending bookings to meet consumer demand effectively. Mahindra & Mahindra has also enhanced its manufacturing capacity for utility and electric vehicles. These efforts aim to balance… The Economic Times · Oct 4
Critical minerals emerge as key India-Canada trade opportunity amid supply chain diversification: Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu Canada sees an opportunity to support India's supply chain diversification through critical minerals, particularly for the country's growing auto, electric vehicle and battery sectors, Canadian International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu said. The Economic Times · Oct 3
Ford Says Its $30,000 Fathom Truck Will Require One 'Heck Of An Effort' The Fathom is unlike any vehicle Ford has made before, with a new platform and production process. Motor1 · Oct 2
TVS Motor September sales rise 24% to 6.73 lakh units TVS Motor Company reported a 24% rise in sales, reaching 672,790 units in September 2026. Domestic two-wheeler sales grew by 17% while electric vehicle sales doubled, reflecting increasing demand. The company's international business surged by 48% in the same month. In the second quarter of FY27, total sales reached 1.9… The Economic Times · Oct 1
The Economic Times · Oct 1 Jammu and Kashmir government notifies Electric Vehicle Policy 2026 The Jammu and Kashmir government notified the Electric Vehicle Policy 2026 after its approval by the council of ministers chaired by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. The policy has set a six-year roadmap to expand sustainable electric mobility across the state, which also caters to its geography and climate. It targets…
The Economic Times · Oct 1 Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles sales rise 15% in September to 70,210 units Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd reported its best-ever quarter in Q2 FY27, with total sales rising significantly. The company's electric vehicle sales increased by 90% year-on-year, contributing to higher overall sales figures. Domestic passenger vehicle sales also saw a substantial increase of 40% compared to the previous year. During September,…
AAP · Oct 1 Electric charge: petrol giant plugs $225m into EV deal Australians are buying electric cars in record numbers and one fuel retailer has announced a deal to expand its coverage.
The Economic Times · Sep 30 TERI study finds CNG has lower lifecycle environmental burden than EVs under India's current power mix As India steps up efforts to accelerate electric mobility and reduce its dependence on imported crude oil, a new study by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) has found that compressed natural gas (CNG) currently has a lower overall lifecycle environmental burden than electric vehicles (EVs) across most vehicle categories,…
AAP · Sep 30 Tenfold surge in EV sales needed to meet climate goals Australian drivers are buying electric vehicle sales in record numbers but even more will need to hit the road for the nation to meet its climate target.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 30 An EV sold every 100 seconds: Australian demand for electric cars more than doubles A record 157,957 new EVs were sold nationally between January and June, according to the Electric Vehicle Council
The Conversation · Sep 30 Australian electric car and bus sales soar – but trucks lag far behind An unprecedented boom is underway in Australia’s electric vehicle market.
Euronews · Sep 29 Stellantis to halt four French plants for several days over supply shortage The Italian-French-American carmaker has been hit by surging demand for electric vehicles, particularly from business customers.
The Conversation · Sep 27 Africa’s mineral strength is wasted if countries don’t work together – new report Green technologies are mineral-intensive: electric vehicles, batteries, solar panels, wind turbines and grids need cobalt, lithium, copper, manganese, graphite and rare earths. The International Energy Agency estimates that electric cars require six times more minerals than a petrol or diesel car. A wind power plant requires about nine times more…
The Times of India · Sep 26 UK PM Andy Burnham’s wife quits marketing job to focus on ‘first lady’ duties Marie-France van Heel, the wife of UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, has stepped down from her senior role at a Manchester electric vehicle charging company as she takes on a more active role alongside her husband.
The Times of India · Sep 25 Bentley launches first fully electric Torcal at £173,000 with 375-mile range and fast charging Bentley has launched the Torcal, its first fully electric vehicle in 107 years, starting at £173,000. The luxury SUV offers up to 375 miles of range and can charge from 10% to 80% in under 20 minutes using a 400kW system. The 876bhp S variant accelerates to 60mph in 2.8…