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Charging infrastructure: The roadblock that could stop electric vehicles in their tracks
- September 17, 2021
Source: The Economic Times
To boost confidence amongst consumers, a readily available and fairly managed power distribution system for public and private charging infrastructure is necessary. Further, the electricity utilities in the city need to be ready to manage the increase in demand due to EV charging.
EV Plugs launches app to locate charging stations across India
- September 08, 2021
Source: ET Auto
According to EV charging infrastructure aggregator EV Plugs, its app went live on September 8, 2021 with over 1000 verified listings alongside tips for the EV owners on making the most of it, while being there. The free app is available in both iOS and Android and the company website. Currently, there are less than 2000 charging stations in the country and a number of players, including Tata Power, Fortum, Delta, ABB and state -owned EESL, have ventured into setting up charging networks.
Assam’s Electric Vehicle Policy 2021 aims at 200,000 EVs to be deployed by 2026
- September 06, 2021
Source: Mercom India
Assam has followed Maharashtra, Delhi, and Gujarat, which have earlier launched state-specific EV policies. The policy comes into effect from September 4, 2021, for five years (2026) or until the announcement of a new or revised policy, whichever is earlier. The Electric Vehicle Policy of Assam, 2021 aims for 25% EV penetration in all vehicle registrations by 2026.
Bengaluru discom plans to set up 140 more electric vehicle charging stations
- September 01, 2021
Source: The Indian Express
The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) plans to set up 140 additional electric vehicle charging stations across Bengaluru in the next six months as a part of efforts to boost usage of electric vehicles in the city. This will be in addition to the 136 stations installed at 70 locations.
Odisha announces EV Policy, aims 20% electric vehicle registrations by 2025
- August 31, 2021
Source: Mercom India
The Odisha Government has announced the Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy, 2021, which aims to accelerate the adoption of EVs, especially in the category of electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and light motor vehicles. Promotion of EV and component manufacturing, including batteries, is also planned through the policy.
E-buses expected to account for 8-10% of new bus sales by FY25: ICRA
- August 19, 2021
Source: The Economic Times
E-buses are expected to account for 8-10 per cent of new bus sales by FY25 and the segment is likely to be at the forefront of India's electrification drive thereby witnessing healthy traction, according to ratings agency ICRA. Despite the overall stress in the public transportation segment over the past year and a half due to the pandemic, the traction in the e-bus segment is already visible over recent months, ICRA said in a statement.
EV charging station market to reach USD 93 billion by 2027: Report
- August 18, 2021
Source: The Economic Times
The global Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) market has been fuelled by increasing demand for electric vehicles around the world, a growing awareness of environmental conservation and carbon emission reduction. The sector has seen a substantial increase in the number of participants investing across the supply chain as different firms aim to set up improvised company plans and procedures, says a recent report by Astute Analytica.
Mahindra World City, EVRE ink pact to get 1,500-acre commercial township electric vehicle ready
- August 15, 2021
Source: The Economic Times
Mahindra World City, Chennai has entered into a partnership with electric vehicle (EV) charging and battery swapping solutions provider EVRE to enable EV-readiness for the country's first public-private partnership (PPP) commercial integrated township spread over 1,500 acres.
MoRTH amends two schemes to boost battery-operated vehicles
- August 11, 2021
Source: The Economic Times
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has amended two schemes to facilitate the operation of battery-operated and methanol and ethanol-driven vehicles. In the Rent-a-Cab Scheme, 1989, in paragraph 1, in clause (3), after the words and figures ―section 88 of the Act, the following shall be inserted, namely: - ―and the battery operated motor cabs and motor cabs driven on methanol and ethanol exempted from the provisions of section 66 of the Act," the MoRTH said in notification issued on August 5.
1,04,806 electric vehicles registered in 2021; 5,17,322 over last three years: Centre
- August 10, 2021
Source: Business Today
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has announced that 1,04,806 electric vehicles (EVs) have been registered in the country during 2021 (till July 19). The Ministry added that a total of 5,17,322 electric vehicles have been registered in the country over the last three years as per the e-vahan portal.