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Altigreen and Bolt.Earth join hands to provide charging infra for E3Ws in India Altigreen, an Indian EV maker, has joined hands with Bolt.Earth, a charging infra company, to solve the problem of low battery range for electric three-wheelers (E3Ws) in India. They want to set up more than 5000 cheap 3.3 kW charging points all over India in 3 years, starting with 100 points in the first month. Many people in India are using E3Ws for delivering goods, and the L5N (goods) category has 21% share now. However, the partners think that low battery range is stopping more people from switching to electric vehicles. India does not have enough public charging stations for electric vehicles. The company thinks that setting up cheap charging solutions quickly can help overcome the main challenges for E3W adoption. Dr. Amitabh Saran, Founder and CEO, Altigreen, commented on the development, “The partnership will increase EV confidence among Altigreen’s customers, dealers, and lease operators, through accessible and cost-effective charging. By joining forces, we are addressing the pressing issue of range anxiety that has hindered the widespread adoption of electric 3-wheelers”.  “Through the deployment of accessible and affordable charging points, we aim to empower users and instill confidence in the potential of electric vehicles. This partnership is a stride towards a future where electric mobility is seamlessly integrated into our everyday lives”, he added.  Head of Strategy and Thought Leadership at Bolt.Earth, Mr. Raghav Bharadwaj, said, “Bolt.Earth is dedicated to revolutionizing the worldwide EV landscape through the provision of easily accessible charging infrastructure”.  “Our partnership with Altigreen is in perfect alignment with our mission to position India as a prominent hub for the electric three-wheeler market. This alliance will ensure that EV auto drivers across all regions have hassle-free access to our cutting-edge charging facilities. We eagerly anticipate collaborating with esteemed partners like Altigreen as we strive to bolster India’s EV ecosystem”, he added.  The companies want to grow fast and do something quickly to make EV charging better for the environment. They are also starting campaigns in shops and on the streets to tell people about electric vehicles and how to charge them in the country. Content Credit: ETN Click here for more such informative insights Join the All India EV Community

Honeywell Introduces Li-ion Battery Safety Sensors & PPE Collection for EV Worker Honeywell makes products that keep electric vehicles (EVs) and their workers safe. EVs use lithium batteries, which can catch fire sometimes. Honeywell’s sensors can detect this and warn the drivers. Honeywell also provides equipment and tools to protect the workers who make the batteries. EVs are very important for a clean and green future. But they also need to be safe. Honeywell helps make EVs safer and better for the environment. Sarah Martin, the head of Honeywell Sensing & Safety Technologies, said this. India is a big market for EVs. It wants to have more EVs on the road by 2030. Many people are using electric scooters too. They are cheaper and cleaner than other vehicles. More factories and jobs are needed to make EVs and batteries. But there are some safety issues too. Li-ion batteries can cause big fires that last long. The workers who make the batteries can get hurt or sick from the chemicals and electricity. Honeywell has solutions for electric scooters and drivers. Honeywell’s sensors can tell if the battery is going to catch fire. They can alert the passengers and let them get out. Honeywell works with Nexceris, a company that makes gas detection solutions. They are making sensors that can find the signs of fire earlier. This can prevent damage and injury. Honeywell also has solutions for workers in EV factories. Making batteries is risky. The workers can face toxic and flammable chemicals and electric shocks. Honeywell gives them safety gear, gas detection tools and PPE. These can protect them from harm. They are useful for different stages of battery making. “As a leader in EV and scooter battery safety, we aim to drive the electric mobility revolution in the country by augmenting safety standards, offering innovative ready-now solutions and helping our customers navigate the challenges of the rapidly-evolving electric vehicle market,” Ashish Modi, president, Honeywell India, said.  The government of India also cares about EV safety. It has made new rules for EVs and passengers. The rules say that EVs must give a signal to warn the passengers of a fire risk. The signal must come five minutes before the fire starts. The passengers must be able to exit the vehicle safely. Click here for more such informative insights Join the All India EV Community

TPEM and JLR collaborate to develop the ‘Avinya’ series of electric vehicles Tata Motors Limited (TML) has announced a strategic partnership between its two subsidiaries, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd (TPEM) and Jaguar Land Rover Plc (JLR), to develop TPEM’s ‘Avinya’ series of premium pure electric vehicles. The ‘Avinya’ series will use JLR’s Electrified Modular Architecture (EMA) platform, which JLR has licensed to TPEM along with its electrical architecture, electric drive unit, battery pack, and manufacturing expertise. JLR will also provide engineering services to TPEM for the first vehicle in the ‘Avinya’ series. JLR’s EMA platform is a versatile and advanced platform that will power JLR’s upcoming mid-sized electric SUVs, which will be launched globally from 2025 onwards. The platform maximizes interior space, comfort, and electronic architecture and features state-of-the-art connectivity, software, and over-the-air capabilities. It also integrates a sophisticated propulsion system, with cutting-edge battery technology, management, and charging systems, to improve vehicle efficiency and range. The ‘Avinya’ series, which was first revealed in 2022, aims to transform electric mobility by offering a superior in-cabin experience, enhanced connectivity, advanced driver-assistance systems, performance, refinement, and safety. The collaboration with JLR on the EMA platform will boost the global competitiveness and future-readiness of the ‘Avinya’ lineup. Anand Kulkarni, Chief Product Officer and Head of HV Programs at TPEM, said, “Avinya stands for ‘Innovation’ and represents our vision for a new paradigm in personal mobility. Being built on an architecture that is equipped with the latest advances in new-age technology, software, and artificial intelligence, Avinya will spawn a new breed of world-class EVs, with global standards in efficiency and range. We are delighted to collaborate on the EMA platform with JLR for actualizing this vision.” Advt Thomas Mueller, Executive Director of Product Engineering at JLR, said, “We are proud that JLR’s world-class engineering expertise, demonstrated by our EMA platform, will help accelerate TPEM’s electrification journey. This partnership is a further example of great collaboration within the Tata Group, to share value, knowledge and deliver synergies Click here for more such informative insights Join the All India EV Community

India-Made 2KW DC Portable Charger to Encourage EV Adoption The IIT Madras Research Park’s Centre of Excellence made a 2KW DC portable charger to encourage people to use electric vehicles (EVs) in India. Prof. Ashok Jhunjhunwala of IIT Madras, Smt. Sunita Verma, GC (R&DE), Secretary of MeitY, and other important people from MeitY and IIT Madras were at the launch. “The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Make in India Make for the World’ can be achieved with developing more and more indigenization of technology and taking it forward by the industry. Now, India has moved from importing Nation to exporting Nation, this type of innovation and synergy will make India a ‘Aatma Nirbhar Bharat’,” said Krishnan. The Secretary added that Design in India will give impetus to home-grown IP and will help accelerate the start-up ecosystem in the country. “IITM Research Park is now an internationally recognized brand. The Park is vibrant and effervescent constantly innovating and promoting new initiatives. The new 2KW EV charger designed in the Park and using recycled material is an important step forward. MeitY is very proud of being associated with this venture,” he said. This launch is a big step to help MeitY’s goal of making more people use EVs in India and reducing the need to buy charging solutions from other countries. Right now, most of the portable chargers that OEMs use are bought from other countries and come with fixed settings. They cannot be changed according to the voltage and current needs. The chargers also need to have a good design to work properly in different temperatures and conditions. This shows why it is important to make chargers in India for the growth of EVs in India. To solve this problem and increase local production, CEET, IIT Madras and Flowtrik Technologies have designed and developed the 2KW charger with MeitY’s funding. These chargers have more than 95% efficiency and can work well at up to 50°C. They also have features to protect them from over-load, over-voltage, reverse polarity, and EMI/EMC filter. Click here for more such informative insights Join the All India EV Community

VMC plans to set up 20 stations for electric vehicle charging The Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) has finally developed a practical plan to put the idea of installing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the city into action, more than three years after it first began debating the idea. Presently, VMC is seeking to sign a contract with Adani Total Energies E-Mobility Ltd (ATEL) in order to install charging stations throughout the city. In 2020, the standing committee recommended that the civic body promote the usage of electric vehicles. Although this was included in the budget for 2020–21, the panel did not present any specific initiatives.  The VMC has previously suggested charging stations for the city and intended to install four of these locations in various regions of the city in its budget for 2022–2023. Nevertheless, in spite of the government’s emphasis on green mobility, this did not occur.  The civic body revisited the idea in the budget for 2023–2024. In addition to promising charging stations, this year’s budget also mentioned the creation of an EV policy for the city. ATEL has submitted a proposal to VMC for the installation of EV charging stations. Now, the idea has been presented to the civic body’s standing committee.  Twenty charging stations are to be installed throughout the city, according to the proposal. It is suggested that the charging stations run for ten years. For the first six years, VMC will receive Rs 1.5 for each charging unit completed. It will cost Rs 2 per unit after six years. A quarter of the carbon credits produced by launching the factory will also go to the civic body.  At the charging stations, digital billboards will also be installed, with VMC receiving 40% of the sales. The VMC is required to make space available for the charging stations. Flyovers, gardens, community centers, ponds, and auditoriums are some of the ideas being examined for this. Next week, the idea will be discussed by the standing committee. The VMC will sign a contract with ATEL for the project if it is approved. Additionally, we recently released the following articles. Prime Minister Indira Gandhi opened the nation’s first women’s police station fifty years ago. It might also be the first of its sort in history. The station sought to give women, particularly those with family and domestic abuse concerns, a secure and convenient forum in which to lodge complaints.  Since then, the station has changed, and the female cops now have khaki uniforms. The person currently in command of the station asserts that research backs up its claim to be the first women’s police station in history, even in the absence of proof. The station is celebrating its golden jubilee with a number of events that support women’s empowerment. Pet owners in a Bengaluru apartment complex are subject to a law enforced by the resident welfare organization, which requires them to pay a refundable registration fee of Rs 10,000. Animal rights organizations and the BBMP have declared this measure to be illegal and unlawful. The group states that the money collected will go toward covering medical expenses in the event of a dog bite or neglect of the property. The restriction has angered pet owners, who claim that it violates their fundamental right to own and care for a pet. In northeast Delhi, the decomposing body of a lady, estimated to be in her 30s, was discovered in the parking lot of a metro station. The body was found seeming to be three or four days old. Police are looking into whether the death was due to natural causes or if the body was disposed of there. The Delhi Commission for Women has been made aware of the event and has asked the police for additional details. After death, the body will be examined postmortem. Content Credit: Times of India Click here for more such informative insights Join the All India EV Community

Honda SC e Electric Scooter: Pricing, Range, and Specifications Honda has revealed its new electric scooter concept, the Honda SC e, at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show. The Honda SC e is a sleek and futuristic scooter that features two swappable batteries, a powerful motor, and a digital instrument console. Here are some of the details about this innovative scooter. Price The Honda SC e is still a concept model, and there is no official word on its pricing or launch date. However, it is expected to be more expensive than the existing EM 1e e-scooter that is available in Europe for around €2,500. The Honda SC e may enter production in 2024, and it may be launched in select markets where there is a high demand for electric vehicles. Range The Honda SC e can accommodate two Honda Mobile Power Pack e batteries, each with a capacity of 1.3 kWh. The batteries are placed behind the seat and can be easily swapped for charging or replacement. With two batteries, the Honda SC e is expected to have a real-world range of around 100 kilometers. This is comparable to some of the leading electric scooters in the market, such as the Ather 450X and the Ola S1 Pro, which have a range of 116 km and 121 km respectively. Design The Honda SC e has a distinctive front LED light bar with an illuminated Honda logo. The scooter also has blue accents on various parts, such as the floorboard, motor, handlebar, and tail section, to highlight its eco-friendly nature. The scooter has a spacious one-piece seat, foldable pillion-foot pegs, a large pillion grab handle, and a perforated disc design on the 12-inch wheels. The suspension system consists of a telescopic fork and a mono-shock, while the braking system has a front disc and a rear drum brake. Color The Honda SC e has a white body color with blue accents. The white color gives the scooter a clean and elegant look, while the blue accents add some contrast and style. The scooter also has some black elements, such as the seat, handlebar, wheels, and tires, to balance the overall color scheme. Features The Honda SC e has a digital instrument console that can provide essential information for the rider, such as speed, battery level, range, mode, time, and temperature. The console also has Bluetooth connectivity features that can enable the rider to access navigation, music, calls, and messages through their smartphone. The scooter also has a keyless start system and an anti-theft alarm for convenience and security. Other Specifications The Honda SC e has a more powerful motor than the EM 1e, which can deliver a top speed of 60 to 70 km/h. This makes the scooter suitable for urban commuting and short trips. The scooter also has three riding modes: Eco, Normal, and Sport, which can adjust the power output and battery consumption according to the rider’s preference. The scooter weighs around 100 kg, which is slightly heavier than the EM 1e (89 kg), but lighter than some of its competitors like the Ather 450X (108 kg) and the Ola S1 Pro (121 kg) Conclusion The Honda SC e is a concept electric scooter that showcases Honda’s vision for the future of mobility. It combines a sleek and futuristic design, two swappable batteries, a powerful motor, and a digital instrument console. The scooter is expected to have a range of around 100 kilometers and a top speed of 60 to 70 km/h. The scooter is still in the development stage, and it may be launched in 2024 in select markets. The Honda SC e is a potential game-changer in the electric scooter segment, and it may attract many customers who are looking for a stylish, eco-friendly, and convenient mode of transport. Click here for more such informative insights Join the All India EV Community

The Electric Revolution: New Cars Coming in 2024 We just provided you with a list of every new SUV that will be available in India by the end of 2024. Following up on our guide to new cars for 2024, we now present to you the complete list of all new electric cars that will go on sale in India during the course of the upcoming year. This includes all-new cars like Maruti’s eVX and Skoda Enyaq iV, as well as super SUVs like the Lotus Eletre, as well as electrified versions of current models like the Hyundai Creta, Tata Harrier and Punch, and the Mahindra XUV700. 1. Audi Q6 e-tron 👉 Price: Rs 1 crore 👉 Launch: Late 2024 👉 Battery: TBA The Q6 e-tron is a new electric car that runs on batteries. Audi made it with a new platform called PPE, which has the best battery and charging features. It also has a new system called E3, which controls the car’s functions. We don’t know much about the car’s engine yet, but it can go very fast and far with one charge. The car has a nice inside with two big screens that curve, and another screen for the person sitting next to the driver. The car also has very good lights that can change colors and shapes. The Q6 e-tron is smaller and cheaper than another Audi electric car called the Q8 e-tron. 2. BMW i5 👉 Price: Rs 90 lakh-1 crore 👉 Launch: Late 2024 👉 Battery: 81.2kWh The 5 Series is a new electric car from BMW. It has two types: the i5 M60 and the i5 eDrive40. Both have a big battery that can last long. The M60 is faster and stronger. It has two engines and four wheels that work together. It can go from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 4 seconds. It can’t go faster than 230 km/h. The eDrive40 is slower and weaker. It has one engine and two wheels that work together. It can go from 0 to 100 km/h in 6 seconds. The M60 can go up to 516 km with one charge. The eDrive40 can go up to 582 km with one charge. The car has two screens inside. One is for the driver and one is for the touch. It has a new system called iDrive 8.5 that controls the car. The car also has a special option for people who don’t use animal products. This option is only available in some countries. 3. BYD Seal 👉 Price: Rs 65 lakh 👉 Launch: Mid 2024 👉 Battery: 82.5kWh The Seal is a new electric car from BYD. It has four doors and looks sporty. It has a special shape that makes it very smooth and fast. It also saves energy. It has a new platform called e-Platform 3.0, which has a new type of battery and a new way of connecting the parts of the car. This makes the car more efficient and less wasteful. The battery is also part of the car’s body, which makes the car safer and better to drive. The car can go very fast from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 4 seconds. It can also go very far with one charge, up to 700 km. 4. Citroen eC3 Aircross 👉 Price: Rs 15 lakh-17 lakh 👉 Launch: Late 2024 👉 Battery: TBA The eC3 Aircross is a new electric car from Citroen. It is like the C3 Aircross, but it runs on batteries. It has a platform that can work with both petrol and electric cars. The eC3 Aircross makes sense as an electric car. The eC3 hatchback has a small battery and a weak engine. The eC3 Aircross might have a bigger battery and a stronger engine. It needs them because it is bigger and heavier. The eC3 Aircross can have five or seven seats, like the petrol one. 5. Hyundai Creta EV 👉 Price: Rs 23 lakh-25 lakh 👉 Launch: Late 2024 👉 Battery: TBA The Creta is a car from Hyundai. It has a petrol version and an electric version. The electric version is based on the petrol one, but with some changes. The electric version might have some different looks, but mostly it will look like the new petrol one. The inside of the car will also be similar to the petrol one, with the same features and things. Hyundai has not told us how big the battery is, how far it can go, or how powerful it is. The Creta electric will compete with other electric cars like the MG ZS EV and the Maruti eVX. 6. Lotus Eletre 👉 Price: Rs 2.5 crore-3.1 crore 👉 Launch: Early 2024 👉 Battery: 109kWh The Eletre is a new electric car from Lotus. It is very fast and big. It has a light body made of special materials. It has a smooth shape that helps it go faster. It has a big battery that can use a lot of power. It has two engines and four wheels that work together. The ‘standard’ and ‘S’ types are very strong. They have 611hp. The ‘R’ type is stronger. It has a bigger engine at the back. It has 918hp. It can go from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 3 seconds. 7. Mahindra XUV.e8 👉 Price: Rs 30 lakh-35 lakh 👉 Launch: Mid 2024 👉 Battery: 80kWh The XUV.e8 is a new electric car from Mahindra. It looks like the XUV700, but it runs on batteries. It has a new platform called INGLO EV and a big battery with two power levels – 230hp and 350hp. It might also have two engines and four wheels that work together. The inside of the car will have some things from the XUV700, but it will also have three screens – one for the driver, one for the touch and one for the passengers. 8. Maruti Suzuki eVX 👉 Price: Rs 18 lakh  👉 Launch: Late 2024 

Emobi Teams Up with Musashi and Honda Power Pack Energy for Electric Scooters A company called Emobi, which makes electric scooters in Bengaluru, has teamed up with two other companies, Honda Power Pack Energy India (HEID) and Musashi Seimitsu (Musashi). They worked together to make an electric scooter. They used Musashi’s powerful drivetrain and a special battery service from Honda Power Pack Energy to build it. According to Emobi, their electric scooter is engineered to be a best-in-class vehicle for the last-mile delivery and bike taxi sectors, with an emphasis on cost, dependability, and performance. The EV is claimed to be designed to be on par with 125cc equivalent ICE scooters and is expected to be amongst the best-in-class for the target segment on performance, efficiency, and reliability. The electric scooter start-up Emobi Manufactury (Emobi), based in Bengaluru, has established a strategic relationship with Honda Power Pack Energy India (HEID) and Musashi Seimitsu (Musashi). Using Musashi’s high-performance drivetrain and Battery-as-a-Service from Honda Power Pack Energy battery swapping technologies, the start-up has created an electric two-wheeler. Bharath Rao, Founder, Emobi said, “Our vision has always been to make last-mile deliveries/bike taxis more exciting, eco-friendly, and cost-effective than ICE vehicles. With the support of our global partners and our innovative technology-enabled designs, we are confident that Emobi will redefine the last-mile delivery/bike taxi landscape in India to start and globally in the near future”. Toshihisa Otsuka, CEO – India / Africa Region, Head, E-motorcycle business, Musashi said, “One of the purposes is we contribute to realize the enriched ‘Harmony’ in our lives and earth. We support Emobi’s strategy and we will develop affordable and reliable products under the partnership.”  Tomohide Haraguchi, VP – of Technology and OEM development, at Honda Power Pack Energy India said, “Our battery swapping service can reduce B2B rider’s charging downtime and the initial cost of purchasing an EV. There is also no need to worry about deteriorated battery replacement in the future. The wealth of expertise with lithium-ion battery technology that Honda has cultivated over many years in the global four-wheeler market has been concentrated in the creation of the Honda Mobile Power Pack, a swappable battery solution. This secure and reliable lithium-ion battery pack will undoubtedly expedite Emobi’s growth in the sales of cutting-edge electric vehicles.”  Click here for more such informative insights Join the All India EV Community Content Credit: financial express

Wardwizard And Government Of Gujarat Partner For Rs. 2,000 Crore EV Ancillary Cluster The Gujarat government and Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility Ltd., a company well-known in India for its line of electric vehicles under the “Joy e-bike” name, have signed an MOU. According to this ground-breaking agreement, an Electric Vehicle Ancillary Cluster will be established by 2024 with an investment of Rs. 2,000 crores.  The partnership seeks to support the expansion of the electric vehicle market and further the government’s goal of encouraging environmentally friendly transportation. One of the main attractions of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024 in Gandhinagar was the signing of the MOU.  The government was represented by Mr. S.J. Haider, Additional Chief Secretary of the Industries and Mines Department, and the company was represented by Mr. Yatin Sanjay Gupte, Chairman and Managing Director of Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility Limited.  High-ranking government figures and business executives were present, highlighting the significance of the agreement for the advancement of electric mobility. As part of their commitment to this collaboration, Wardwizard has committed to investing a significant Rs. 2,000 crores in a number of important sectors. This includes the creation of motor assembly at the Vadodara facility, research and development of electric two- and three-wheelers, production of Li-ion batteries, and the development of ancillaries for the raw material manufacturing industry. Furthermore, it is projected that this program will generate more than 5,000 employment possibilities in Gujarat, so exerting a substantial influence on the electric mobility industry and the local labor market. Mr. Yatin Sanjay Gupte, the head of Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility Ltd., thanked the Gujarat government for their help. He said that they have the same goal as the government, which is to make electric vehicles and support the ‘Make-in-India’ project. Wardwizard will spend Rs. 2,000 crore to make the local area better, create 5,000 jobs, and help India become greener and more independent. This money is important for ‘Make-in-India’ because it will make it easier to get things and less dependent on other countries. Wardwizard will make some parts of the electric vehicles by themselves, and also work harder on technology, innovation, research, and marketing. Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility Ltd. and the Gujarat government have signed an agreement that will start a new time of change and care for the environment in the electric vehicle business. They both want to make ‘Make-in-India’ successful and use electric vehicles that are good for the environment. This agreement is a big step towards a future that is more independent and sustainable. As the electric vehicle business grows, this agreement will help India become greener and more self-reliant, which is good for both the business and the country. Click here for more such informative insights Join the All India EV Community

RunR Mobility launches its EV showroom in Vadodara, Gujarat RunR Mobility has opened its first store. This is a big achievement that shows how committed they are to changing the electric vehicle (EV) market in India. RunR Mobility is known for making fast and smart electric scooters that can change their batteries easily. The Vadodara store will offer everything related to electric mobility and aims to be a place where new and innovative ideas for electric transportation in India are born. The RunR Mobility store is designed for smart Indian customers. It’s a place where you can find everything related to electric cars. You can even check out, try, and test-ride the amazing RunR HS electric scooter. RunR Mobility wants to help more people in India buy electric cars by giving them a chance to see and experience them firsthand. This way, customers can make smart choices when buying electric cars. Setul Shah, Founder of RunR Mobility, expressed his enthusiasm for this significant development: “We are thrilled to unveil our first showroom in Vadodara, Gujarat, and take a step closer to our goal of transforming the electric mobility landscape in India. This showroom is not just a space for showcasing our products but also a platform for engaging with our customers, addressing their questions, and helping them experience firsthand the future of electric mobility.” The Vadodara store is evidence of RunR Mobility’s dedication to creating a more sustainable and environmentally friendly India. With a platform that enables prospective customers to discover, experience, and adopt electric mobility, the company is optimistic about its significant influence on the transportation landscape of the region. Click here for more such informative insights Join the All India EV Community