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Hybrids vs EVs: where should government put its money

Baua Electric

Meanwhile, Toyota and Maruti Suzuki are of the view for more tax cuts on hybrids. --> In a recent letter to the government, Tata Motors has opposed the further tax cuts on hybrids. Meanwhile, Toyota and Maruti Suzuki are of the view for … In a recent letter to the government, Tata Motors has opposed the further tax cuts on hybrids.

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New Maruti small EV to get grounds-up new K-EV architecture | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Maruti Suzuki is set to electrify the compact vehicle segment with an all-new electric hatchback by 2026-’27. The hatchback is likely to be based on the eWX concept showcased by Suzuki Motor Corporation at the Japan Mobility Show in 2023.

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Toyota’s compact SUV gamble with the Taisor | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

This jump is thanks to the Japanese automaker’s global partnership with Suzuki, carefully crafted to navigate the intricacies of the Indian market and swiftly infiltrate segments where its presence was once limited. Toyota’s latest launch, the Urban Cruiser Taisor — a rebadged Maruti Suzuki Fronx — was done bearing these factors in mind.

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Why Hybrids are gaining momentum amid EV frenzy | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

The hybrid vehicles — dual powered by a petrol engine and an electric motor — are gathering strong traction amongst SUV buyers versus all electric battery-operated passenger vehicles. Already, about a fifth of the Grand Vitaras sold by Maruti Suzuki are powered by a hybrid powertrain. Hybrids cost about Rs 2.5

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EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

For instance, the JSW Group invested in MG Motor, as the British brand owned by China’s largest car maker, Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC), needed funds to diversify into the EV space. The skewed market shares in India also present a unique challenge for strong local players.

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EV's and Indian Manufacturing: Prof. Ashok Jhunjhunwaala | Visit to IIT Madras

Plug In India

This was the first e-veritto, and at 15,000 kilometres the battery needed to be replaced! ​Naturally, we started by talking about batteries. When IITM started work on battery packs 5 years ago, they were quite underwhelmed. Given cell costs, most Indian manufacturers undersize their batteries.

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OLA S1 Electric Scooter Ownership Blog

Plug In India

Nor am I, a corporate slave earning huge money, climbing the corporate ladder. Electric Scooter prices are competitive compared to petrol scooters. The traditional scooter players like TVS, Hero, Honda, Suzuki, Vespa have yet to launch electric scooters. If you are buying a petrol scooter in 2022, don't!

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