Simple Ultra Launched With 400 km Range

By BPN News Desk April 17, 2026

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Simple Energy has launched the Simple Ultra electric scooter, claiming an IDC-certified range of 400 km on a single charge. The Bengaluru-based company says the new model is now available for purchase and test rides, with deliveries already underway across India. Simple Ultra Electric Scooter

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Centre Revises PM E-DRIVE EV Deadlines

By BPN News Desk March 28, 2026

The Centre has revised the PM E-DRIVE scheme, extending incentive timelines for some electric vehicle segments while tightening payout conditions under the fund-limited programme. The changes are aimed at keeping support in place for electric scooters and selected three-wheelers, but with stricter caps and clearer cut-off dates. PM E-DRIVE Scheme Gets New Deadlines Under

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TVS Motor Leads EV Two-Wheeler Market

By BPN News Desk March 28, 2026

TVS Motor led India’s electric two-wheeler market in March 2026, overtaking rivals as strong iQube demand, wider distribution and year-end buying momentum pushed registrations higher. The latest market data also showed Ola Electric slipping to fifth place, underlining how legacy manufacturers are tightening their grip on the fast-growing EV segment. TVS Motor Leads EV

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India Flags Off Maruti’s e-Vitara EV for Global Export

By BPN News Desk August 26, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Maruti Suzuki’s first battery-electric SUV, the e-Vitara, at the Hansalpur facility, marking a significant step in India’s green mobility push. The vehicle is made in India—designed for global markets—and will be exported to over 100 countries, including Europe and Japan. Strengthening the EV Ecosystem Modi also inaugurated a hybrid

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Tesla Launches Model Y In India At ₹60 Lakh

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

Tesla has officially launched its first electric vehicle in India, the Model Y, with prices starting at ₹59.9 lakh for the Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) version and ₹67.9 lakh for the Long-Range RWD model. The announcement was made alongside the opening of Tesla’s first Indian showroom located at Bandra-Kurla Complex in Mumbai. High Import Duties Affect […]

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Tesla to Launch in India with Mumbai Showroom

By BPN News Desk July 13, 2025

Tesla will officially enter the Indian market with the opening of its first showroom, called the Tesla Experience Centre, in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) on July 15. The move marks a major milestone in India’s electric vehicle landscape, with the company preparing to showcase its globally popular Model Y SUV. Five Model Y SUVs […]

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JSW to Launch ₹10 Lakh EV, Boosting India’s EV Ambitions

By BPN News Desk July 10, 2025

JSW Group is preparing to launch a mass-market electric vehicle priced around ₹10–12 lakh by early 2027. The announcement marks a significant step in India’s transition toward affordable electric mobility and positions JSW as a key player in the evolving EV landscape. The information has been reported by The Financial Express. ₹10 Lakh EV Parth […]

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Tata Harrier.ev Crosses 10,000 Bookings on Launch Day

By BPN News Desk July 5, 2025

Tata Motors has received an overwhelming response to the launch of its new electric SUV, the Harrier.ev, securing more than 10,000 bookings within just 24 hours of opening reservations. The booking window opened on July 2 across Tata.ev’s official website and dealerships nationwide, signaling strong consumer interest in the premium mid-sized electric segment.

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India Slashes EV Import Duty to 15% to Boost Local Manufacturing

By BPN News Desk June 5, 2025

In a landmark move to attract foreign investment and accelerate the growth of its electric vehicle ecosystem, India has launched the ‘Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Electric Passenger Cars in India’ (SPMEPCI). The centerpiece of this policy is a dramatic reduction in import duty on fully built electric vehicles—from a steep 110% to just 15%. […]

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India Cuts EV Import Duty to 15% for Local Manufacturing Push

By BPN News Desk June 3, 2025

In a bid to accelerate its transition to electric mobility and attract global automotive investments, the Indian government has rolled out a new electric vehicle (EV) policy that sharply reduces import duties for companies willing to commit to domestic manufacturing. The move is part of India’s broader strategy to become a competitive global hub for […]