The PLI-Auto plan offers financial incentives to promote domestic production of Advanced Automotive Technology (AAT) goods and draw capital to the value chain of automotive manufacture.
It's important to adopt new business models as the car eventually becomes a high-tech smartphone on wheels. Undoubtedly, the change calls for a new breed of thinking leaders that can quickly adapt to the shifting settings.
Fuel consumption, which serves as a proxy for oil demand, came to a total of 17.62 million tones in July, down from 18.68 million tones in June. At 2.81 million tones, gasoline sales were 6.8% higher than they had been a year prior.
The Karnataka High Court (HC) ruled on Monday that an insurer cannot avoid their obligation to pay damages even if a vehicle's Fitness Certificate (FC) and permit are not renewed but the insurance policy is still in effect.
Robot orders increased last year compared to the year before by 67%. Additionally, one out of every two industrial robots sold internationally, according to the International Federation of Robotics, is purchased by US automakers.
The states government of Delhi has begun distributing letters to vehicle owners without valid Pollution Under Control certificates urging them to obtain one or face penalties in order to reduce vehicular pollution in the city.
In order to win a predicted 12% of the worldwide EV market, the Hyundai Motor Group, which consists of Hyundai Motor, its sister firm Kia Corp, and premium brand Genesis, wants to launch more than 31 electric cars by 2030.
Electric vehicle startups that promised to disrupt the automotive industry by relying heavily on software and technology are now scrambling to cut costs amid the type of industry slowdown that has plagued Detroit automakers for years.
Despite the Transport Commissioner's directives, certain outsourced personnel working in the city's DC office are working in the RTA after getting their transfer completed.
The country's automotive industry is evolving into one that is filled with prospects thanks to the push for electric mobility and connected vehicles as well as growing use cases of the technology, electrics & electronics as well as design.
Delhi government's proposed aggregator policy, all cab companies, food delivery services, and online retailers must switch to all-electric fleets by April 1, 2030, or face a punishment of Rs 50,000 per vehicle.
Black and white will be the available colours for the ESO-10 e-bikes. It provides an intelligent dashboard as far as functionality is concerned. The business added that there is a dual-suspension damping system and a disc braking system.
These services, which would be accessible now, will help save paper, he said, adding that to participate in the 'Faceless RTO' initiative, users must have their Aadhaar number linked to their mobile phones.
This month, 150 additional electric buses will hit the road. The Rajghat depot has been rebuilt to house these vehicles, in addition to the operating electric bus depots at Mundhela Kalan and Rohini Sector 37.
Shell has worked with used oil re-refiners as part of the drive to begin collecting and re-refining old oil across India. According to the firm, these partners share the objective of establishing a circular economy for the lubricants sector.
The Aayog also advised in a paper titled 'Harnessing Green Hydrogen - Opportunities for Deep Decarbonisation in India' that there is a need to promote investment in green hydrogen through demand aggregation and dollar-based bidding.
According to Praveen Khandelwal, Secretary General of the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), the government's decision is superfluous and was made without considering the repercussions.
By releasing an official statement stating that the device is completely protected against unauthorised financial transactions, NETC FASTag has put an end to the accusations made in the popular video.
According to the official, the new EV battery standard includes a test protocol for the fundamental performance, dependability, and electrical functioning of battery packs and systems for either high power or high energy applications.
The EV charging park would allow charging of all EV models now available in the Indian market. According to the EV startup, the charging park construction is a critical step toward enabling 2 million members to adopt zero-emission mobility.
As part of its commitment to cleaner energy and low-carbon pathways, the Center is undertaking a project to explore disrupt the viability of city buses using advanced Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV).
The Indian government has acknowledged that traffic accidents are a primary source of death in the country. It has also acknowledged the need of addressing road safety in order to minimise the amount of traffic accidents, fatalities, and injuries.
The portal will provide individuals with state-specific e-mobility information, as well as aid the general public in making the conversion to EVs by providing insight into incentives, support mechanisms, and e-mobility programs.
The Motor Vehicles Department's (MVD) enforcement Rigional Transport offices (RTOs) have been directed to take strict steps such as licence revocation for even minor breaches of drivers such as not wearing a helmet when riding two-wheelers.
Apart from driver's licences, vehicle registration certificates, and No Objection certificates, these faceless Regional Transport Offices will also provide three more services: RC or licence renewal, and address changes.
The Honda City eHEV combines a variety of hybrid driving characteristics with cutting-edge driver-assist technology. For those searching for fast bragging rights, there isn't much difference on the outside or inside the cabin.
The wait for a driving license (DL) and registration certificate (RC) is becoming lengthier across the state as a result of technological issues with the transportation department's contactless services.
Incentives for various kinds of electric cars, charging stations, approvals, specifics of allocated authority, and so on are significant components of the EV policy, and the guidelines will contain all of the details for people.
The government has announced updated prices for vehicle third-party insurance with effect from June 1. When compared to other passenger-carrying vehicles, the final tariffs provide for a 15% reduction for educational institution buses.
These flaws occur because EV producers may have utilised "lower-grade components to save money" despite submitting A-grade cells for testing, taking advantage of the standards' laxity.
The conflict, like the sanctions, will not endure forever. We must act now to ensure the security of our energy sources, one of these people remarked. We recognise the danger and are ready to take it.
Mundela Kalan is Delhi's first completely electrified bus depot, located on 4.57 acres of land and equipped with 32 Direct Current (DC) fast EV chargers as well as three guard rooms, four servicing pits, and two dry pits, according to authorities.
The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) stated on Tuesday that it plans to award contracts for 270 km of road projects for Rs 25,000 to be built in West Bengal to promote connectivity.
The key influencing element will be reduced congestion through improved traffic regulation. To minimize congestion and pollution, smart traffic management use digital technology to regulate traffic based on real-time data.
BTech students would receive a monthly stipend of Rs 10,000, while MTech students will receive Rs 15,000 per month. Successful students will get internship certificates, with a minimum passing grade of 75.
Under the Delhi EV Policy 2020, the Delhi Transport Corporation has agreed to allot 10 locations to various organizations for the establishment of an EV charging stations and battery swapping stations to help in the functioning of these buses.
Royal Enfield has raised the prices of some of its popular bikes, including the Bullet 350 and Classic 350. The 350 Classic. This month's pricing increases also include the RE Continental GT 650 and Interceptor 650.
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has released a draught notification proposing to change certain provisions of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 concerning certificate of commerce.
Advik Hi-Tech, based in Maharashtra, has launched a new joint venture with Australian sustainable energy business Pure Hydrogen Corporation (Pure Hydrogen) to develop a hydrogen manufacturing facility in India.
According to the agreement, Sona Comstar and C-Motive will work together to create electrostatic drive motors for electric vehicle applications, with serial production expected to begin in 2026.
It is vital to hold such workshops with the involvement of numerous agencies, regulatory authorities, and organizations working in many disciplines for road safety, accident prevention, and several other concerns.
The division bench of Acting Chief Justice Vipin Sanghi and Justice Navin Chawla scheduled the issue for October 20 in order to get a response from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways and the local government.
Here's a word of warning for state transportation department officials who enforce traffic laws. If they fail to meet their objectives for penalizing traffic offenders, they may face criticism in their yearly assessment reports.
Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari advocated on Monday for the extension of priority sector financing facilities to firms involved in the production and sale of alternative fuels.
The state government intends to unveil its policy on electric cars at this expo, but because a few of its points have still to be finalized, it will not be presented at the event and will be pushed out to May-June.
A car owner was fined Rs 500 by Kerala Traffic Police for failing to properly wear a helmet – a humorous occurrence, but a problem for the individual impacted, who now needs to seek the authorities to get the error remedied.
According to two persons familiar with the situation, India has ordered state-run energy corporations to investigate the potential of purchasing European oil company BP's interest in sanctions-hit Russian business Rosneft.
The MoU is valid for two years under which both companies have agreed to work together in areas of upstream exploration and production, midstream, downstream and clean energy options, including carbon capture utilization & sequestration (CCUS).
Facilitating driving test applicants tied to their office schedule, Delhi government's Transport department has decided to extend the timings of appointments by two hours at 3 automated test tracks from April 30.
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has revealed its objectives for the Indian market in the next years. The Japanese carmaker intends to turn its Manesar facility in Haryana into a global resource factory.
The airport is pursuing an ambitious strategy to decrease its carbon footprint by not only replacing diesel-powered cars in its operations area with electric vehicles but also by generating all of the electricity they use from renewable sources.
The vehicle is powered by a 1.5-liter petrol engine and is available with both manual and automatic gearboxes. It is equipped with hybrid technology and is propelled by an all-new innovative six-speed automatic gearbox with paddle shifters.
According to a countrywide poll done by a Health Savings Account (HSA) insurance provider, teaching youngsters on safe riding leads in an increase in helmet usage not just among children but also among their parents.
The non-issuance of a Trade Certificate in Bhind has enraged dealers. They are also in a lot of pain. Traders from all over the district have come to the collectorate and presented a memorandum to the ADM in this instance.
Petrol prices have risen by 45% in the previous eight years, while diesel costs have risen by 75%. According to the Ministry of Petroleum's Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC), this has resulted in a fourfold rise in the Centre's earnings.
Procedure for Obtaining a Driver's License Online The Transportation Department has launched a new online approach for obtaining learning licences, keeping in mind the convenience of people obtaining them.
According to data from the Federation of Dealers Association- FADA, an association of vehicle dealers, retail sales of electric vehicles in the country have increased dramatically. The number of electric vehicles sold in stores has more than tripled.
Although the e-cycle business in India is still in its early stages, many local companies have entered the market by providing clients with a variety of options. Recently, the Delhi government stated that e-cycles will be subsidised.
According to authorities, the city administration aims to distribute e-two-wheelers to its employees on affordable monthly instalments in order to stimulate large-scale adoption of electric cars in Delhi in order to minimize air pollution.
Due to rising global fuel prices, the government has quadrupled the price of natural gas in the nation. Natural gas is utilised in the kitchen for power production, composting, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and food preparation.
Nitin Gadkari, stated on Wednesday that the government is developing a proposal in conjunction with stakeholders to develop a methodology for testing and grading a car's star rating under the Bharat New Car Assessment Program (BNCAP).
Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, arrived at Parliament on Wednesday in a hydrogen-powered automobile, hoping to send a message about the need of renewable and green energy in the face of rising fuel and diesel costs.
The Honda City is a well-known sedan in the Indian market. The sedan's electric-hybrid variant has been in the works for some time and has finally been confirmed for the Indian market. The hybrid car will be presented on April 14.