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Suzuki Motor working on affordable hybrid for small cars, says R C Bhargava, Maruti to consider plug-in hybrids too | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Amid slowing adoption of electric vehicles, Maruti Suzuki -the country’s largest car maker continues to explore different alternatives to move towards carbon neutrality. Bhargava did not share any specific timelines for the affordable hybrids. Maruti Suzuki is targeting a 25% penetration of hybrids as part of its 3.0

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Tesla India plans take a hit as Minister shoots down talks of import tax reduction

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Attempting to enter the Indian automotive market with its sustainable vehicles, Tesla has petitioned for lower import taxes before committing to a Gigafactory in India. Additionally, EVs are not in heavy demand in India due to higher production costs and minimal charging infrastructure, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd., Chairman R.C.

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Upcoming Skoda compact SUV to challenge Tata Nexon, Kia Sonet. Key facts to know

Baua Electric

Over the last few years, several automakers have launched their respective products in this category owing to the rapidly surging consumer demand in favour of affordable SUVs. The names include Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Mahindra, Hyundai, Kia, Toyota etc. Now, Skoda too is aiming to launch its own product in this segment.

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Why Hybrids are gaining momentum amid EV frenzy | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Already, about a fifth of the Grand Vitaras sold by Maruti Suzuki are powered by a hybrid powertrain. Shashank Srivastava, Senior Executive Officer, Sales and Marketing at Maruti Suzuki says, “The hybrid is witnessing a strong acceptance in the major cities. And when it comes to the Innova HyCross MPV, the share is even higher.

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Driving Towards a Sustainable Future: The Rise of Electric Autos in India

Baua Electric

The Indian government has introduced various incentives and initiatives, such as subsidies and tax benefits, to promote the adoption of electric autos. Additionally, major automakers are investing heavily in R&D to develop affordable and high-performing electric vehicle models specifically designed for the Indian market.

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2020 Electric Vehicle Industry Report Card and trends for the new year

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For example, when you buy an EV, there is no Road Tax and Registration Fees. In 2020, they launched multiple models with affordable rates below Rs 30,000 and have captured a huge market share. And we don't expect the likes of Bajaj, Hero, Suzuki to even care. We expect 2021 to be more promising, but the bar is very low anyway.

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Automakers agree on common plug to recharge electric vehicles

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Neutral vdex34 @ Apr 19th 2009 8:18PM for the people bitch about garages, how about something that plus into your outdoor outlets, i got like 6 of them in my yard, at least 2 in the front of the house (and my house is over 100 years old) Highly Ranked Decoy @ Apr 19th 2009 8:56PM You can afford a Tesla, but not a garage?