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

AUTO Ola Electric Pares Q4 Loss 43%, FY26 Loss Narrows 19% Amid Cost Reset

Ola Electric reported a sharp narrowing of losses in both the fourth quarter and the full year of FY26, as the electric two-wheeler maker cited improvements in gross margins, lower operating expenses, stabilising service operations and an early recovery in sales momentum. The company posted a consolidated net loss of ₹500 crore in Q4 FY26, […]

CW Bureau · May 20, 2026

AUTO Inside TVS Motor’s Next Move: Bigger Factories, R&D Boost And More EVs

TVS Motor Company is preparing for what could become one of its most aggressive expansion phases in recent years, with the company earmarking around ₹3,500 crore in capital expenditure for FY27. The proposed investment is not merely about adding production lines. It reflects a broader strategy focused on expanding manufacturing capacity, accelerating electric vehicle growth, […]

CW Bureau · May 19, 2026

AUTO Keto Motors Lists On BSE, To Scale Up Growth In Electric Bus Manufacturing

Keto Motors, a Hyderabad-based commercial electric vehicle manufacturer focused on sustainable mobility solutions, has debuted on the Bombay Stock Exchange following the successful completion of its reverse merger with Taaza International Ltd. The listing strengthens the company’s access to public capital markets as it expands manufacturing capabilities, electric bus development and commercial EV operations across […]

CW Bureau · May 19, 2026