Reliance Industries showcased its swappable and multipurpose battery storage technology for electric vehicles (EVs) on Wednesday, as it makes a big push on clean energy. Reliance, led by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, displayed removable and swappable batteries for EVs that can also be used to power household appliances through an inverter at a renewable energy exhibition. …
Apple has been launching its regular slate of products — most recently the iPhone 15 series, the Apple Watch Series 9, the Apple Watch Ultra 2, and a refreshed pair of AirPods Pro — without noticeable hitches, but its long-gestating, ambitious electric vehicle faces an uncertain future. Riddled with repeated delays and development problems, the …
Tesla has drawn up plans to make and sell battery storage systems in India and submitted a proposal to officials seeking incentives to build a factory, two people aware of the plan said, as Elon Musk continues a push to enter the country. Tesla has been in talks about setting up a new electric vehicle …
India’s Ola Electric plans to file regulatory papers for its up to $700 million (roughly Rs. 5,815 crore) IPO before the end of October as the e-scooter maker fast-tracks its listing move, three people with direct knowledge said. Backed by investors including Singapore’s Temasek and Japan’s SoftBank, Ola Electric was valued at $5.4 billion (roughly …
Volkswagen-owned Audi’s India unit said on Friday that any potential cut down on electric vehicle (EV) import taxes would help the German carmaker experiment better with models and pricing in the world’s third-largest car market. “If we get a window of three to five years where the government is able to reduce the duties, it …
Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi reported a 4 percent revenue drop in the second quarter, tracking a shrinkage in China’s handset market, but said its move into making electric vehicles was running ahead of schedule. Sales dropped to CNY 67.4 billion (nearly Rs. 76,450 crore) from CNY 70.17 billion (nearly Rs. 80,650 crore) in the same quarter …
Electric vehicle battery-swapping solutions provider Gogoro on Thursday announced a partnership with Swiggy to promote its electric Smartscooters to last-mile delivery partners of the on-demand convenience delivery platform across India. Gogoro and Swiggy will provide a seamless path for riders to adopt sustainable electric transportation and improve their business efficiency, Gogoro Founder and CEO Horace …
Exponent Energy, a pioneering rapid charging startup based in India, is currently engaged in discussions with both new and existing investors to secure funding for the expansion of its energy services business to cater to three-wheeled passenger vehicles and buses, according to an interview with the company’s CEO conducted by Reuters. As the creator of …
Micromax, a New Delhi-based phone manufacturer, is planning to enter the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing space in India, according to a report. The company has faced tough competition from Chinese brands in the country, which resulted in layoffs and the departure of senior executives. In an effort to recover, Micromax aims to produce EVs that …
Extreme weather conditions, whether excessively cold or hot, can significantly impact the range and charging capabilities of electric vehicles (EVs). In freezing temperatures, EVs can lose up to 41% of their battery capacity at 20 degrees Fahrenheit, with a large portion of energy consumed for cabin heating. Similarly, at 95 degrees Fahrenheit, EVs experience an …