AUTO Avore Electric Enters E-Motorcycle Market, EX Priced From ₹1.25 Lakh

Avore Electric, the technology-first electric motorcycle brand from Samarth E-Mobility, has entered India’s electric two-wheeler market with the launch of its first electric motorcycle range, the Avore Electric EX. The motorcycles were unveiled by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. The EX series is available in three variants, EX 2S, EX 2 and EX 1, with […]

CW Bureau · Jul 28, 2026

AUTO Hero MotoCorp Strengthens Vida EV Portfolio With New VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh

Hero MotoCorp’s electric mobility brand Vida has expanded its electric scooter portfolio with the launch of the Vida Evooter VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh, a new long-range variant aimed at addressing growing consumer demand for extended range and faster charging. Priced at ₹1,43,990 (ex-showroom), the latest addition takes the Vida VX2 lineup to four variants as […]

CW Bureau · Jul 11, 2026

AUTO EMotorad Set To Build Manufacturing Facility In AP’s Kuppam For E-Cycles

Electric cycle manufacturer EMotorad will establish a new manufacturing facility in Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh, after being allotted a seven-acre site under the region’s Green City Initiative, strengthening its manufacturing footprint and supporting India’s clean mobility ambitions. The new facility will be developed in collaboration with the Kuppam Area Development Authority (KADA) as part of a […]

CW Bureau · Jul 6, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY BLive Invests ₹100 Cr In 1,000 Electric Mini Trucks, Unveils Franchise Model

Electric mobility platform BLive has announced a ₹100 crore investment plan to deploy 1,000 electric mini trucks over the next two years as part of its strategy to accelerate the electrification of India’s last-mile logistics sector. The company has also launched BLive PRIME, a four-wheeler franchise model designed to drive large-scale adoption of electric cargo […]

CW Bureau · Jun 24, 2026

AUTO VinFast Partners Shriram Finance To Bolster Electric Vehicle Financing

VinFast India, the Indian subsidiary of global electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast, has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Shriram Finance Ltd (SFL), one of India’s largest retail-focused non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), to enhance access to vehicle financing and support the wider adoption of electric mobility in the country. Financing support for EV buyers […]

CW Bureau · Jun 23, 2026

AUTO Raptee.HV Partners With IDFC FIRST Bank To Further Expand EV Funding

Electric motorcycle manufacturer Raptee.HV has partnered with IDFC FIRST Bank to make electric motorcycle ownership more accessible through enhanced financing solutions for customers across India. The collaboration aims to address one of the key challenges in electric vehicle adoption – affordable financing – by offering attractive loan terms, faster approvals, flexible repayment options and a […]

CW Bureau · Jun 17, 2026

AUTO BYD Unveils DM-i Hybrid Technology In India With 1,200 Km Driving Range

BYD India, a subsidiary of BYD- the world’s No. 1 new energy vehicle manufacturer, has unveiled its globally successful DM-i (Dual Mode Intelligent) technology in the country, marking its entry into the advanced plug-in hybrid segment and expanding its portfolio of sustainable mobility solutions for Indian consumers. The technology, which is set to be launched […]

CW Bureau · Jun 9, 2026

AUTO Bosch Brings SiC Chips To Boost EV Efficiency And Affordability In India

As India’s electric vehicle (EV) market moves beyond early adoption and enters a phase focused on scale, efficiency, and affordability, Bosch is bringing its latest third-generation Silicon Carbide (SiC) semiconductor technology to the country, aiming to enhance vehicle performance while supporting the development of a stronger local mobility ecosystem. The company said its new generation […]

CW Bureau · Jun 9, 2026

AUTO Samarth E-Mobility Launches Avore Electric, Bets On In-House Expertise

Samarth E-Mobility Pvt Ltd has unveiled Avore Electric, its new electric mobility brand, marking its entry into India’s fast-growing electric two-wheeler market with a technology-first approach built around in-house engineering and intelligence-led design. The launch has been accompanied by a brand film, website and social media platforms, introducing Avore Electric’s vision of creating electric motorcycles […]

CW Bureau · Jun 2, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY Bijliride To Deploy 2,500 EVs In Next Three Months, Bets On Gig Workers

EV rental and mobility-tech startup Bijliride has announced plans to deploy 2,500 electric vehicles over the next three months, betting on rising demand from gig workers, delivery partners and urban commuters seeking lower-cost transportation alternatives amid elevated fuel prices. The expansion will be focused on strengthening the company’s presence in existing markets while selectively entering […]

CW Bureau · Jun 1, 2026

AUTO EKA Mobility Speeds Up Network Expansion To Bolster EV Ecosystem

EKA Mobility, leading commercial electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced a rapid expansion of its authorised dealer network as the company looks to address one of the key barriers to electric vehicle adoption in India,  limited access to reliable sales and service infrastructure. EKA Mobility currently operates 60 dealerships across the country and plans to expand […]

CW Bureau · May 26, 2026

AUTO Ultraviolette Rider Nets 1.46 Lakh Km On F77 MACH 2, Sets World Records

Bengaluru-based electric performance motorcycle maker Ultraviolette Automotive has showcased a major endurance milestone in India’s EV mobility space, with customer Harish Surampade covering an extraordinary 146,000 km in just two years on his F77 MACH 2 electric motorcycle while setting two world records in the process. Recognition from World Record bodies Harish’s cross-country and international […]

CW Bureau · May 23, 2026