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Forecast: Electric Two-Wheelers Poised for Strong Global Growth; 9% CAGR Worldwide

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Pike global markets forecast of annual electric two-wheel vehicle sales, excluding Asia-Pacific, through 2016. A new report from Pike Research anticipates that the global market for electric two-wheeled vehicles—e-bikes, e-scooters, and e-motorcycles—will grow at a compound annual rate of 9% through 2016.

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Honda targeting 2/3 of unit sales from PHEVs, HEVs and ZEVs by ~2030; PHEVs the core of electrification

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Honda will begin sales in Japan of the Clarity Fuel Cell in March 2016. The next-generation fuel cell system which is being developed jointly with General Motors will move on to the next stage that includes production and purchasing, aiming at a product launch around 2020.

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Ultraviolette Automotives: A Force To Be Reckoned With In The 2-Wheeler Market

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Ultraviolette Automotive was founded in 2016 by Niraj Rajmohan and Narayan Subramaniam. Ultraviolette Automotive is creating the first ecosystem of high-performance electric cars and energy infrastructure that is ready for the future in India. However, the model was launched and started taking bookings in November 2022.

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Top 5 Electric Vehicle Start-Ups in India

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The finance minister announced a tax break for people who purchase electric vehicles in an attempt to increase their popularity. There are few promising electric vehicle startups in India that have the potential to revolutionise the Indian electric vehicle motor sector. Tork Motors. Revolt Intellicorp. Key Points.

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The origins of NDEW and DEED

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When Obama took office in 2009, while it may seem inconceivable today, consumers could purchase only one mass-produced EV, a Tesla Roadster. It all started with President Barack Obama and as DEED begins, we’re taking the opportunity to briefly revisit the tale, with a related nod to the mother of climate change policy, as former Sen.

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Best smart helmets – keep your head safe while you ride!

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This is not exactly a “smart” helmet, but it would be a smart purchase if you like being safe. However, the company crashed and burned in 2016 without delivering on its promise. In 2018, the company claims it has come back, thanks to a new owner, the well known boutique motorcycle brand GasGas. Neat, right?