article thumbnail

Suzuki announces $1.37B electric vehicle manufacturing investment in India

Teslarati

Japanese company Suzuki Motor said it plans to invest $1.37 billion in its India factory to produce all-electric vehicles and batteries, its India unit said earlier this week. An additional 73 billion rupees, or around $956,538,000, will be used to build “plant vehicle batteries,” according to a report from Reuters.

Suzuki 91
article thumbnail

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.

Hybrid 95
article thumbnail

Tata Motors urges govt to keep hybrid tax, Toyota lobbies for cut

Baua Electric

Read more Tata Motors has opposed Toyota’s appeal for tax reduction on hybrid cars, claiming that they are more polluting than electric vehicles and should not be given a tax advantage. Hybrid cars see higher tax incidence in India compared to their pure petrol counterparts, despite emitting lower pollutants into the environment.

Tax 95
article thumbnail

Hybrid hype: types, tech, and the road ahead

Baua Electric

In India, around 23 hybrid cars are available, ranging from the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga to the Lamborghini Revuelto. Instead, the batteries are recharged using a combination of gasoline engine power and energy collected during braking (also known as regenerative braking). As a result, less fuel is burnt, and the fuel economy improves.

Hybrid 98
article thumbnail

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.

Hybrid 52
article thumbnail

EV Fires: Government To Develop SOP For Battery Certification

Get Electric Vehicle

Furthermore, it has been reported that the government is preparing to introduce a new standard operating procedure (SOP) on battery certification. The certification will guarantee battery quality and assist EV manufacturers in producing more superior and secure products. How Does It Work? EV Fires Across The Country.

article thumbnail

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

Baua Electric

As the second-most populous country in the world and one of the largest consumers of fossil fuels, India is making significant strides in adopting electric vehicles (EVs) as a solution to combat climate change and reduce air pollution. One of the main advantages is the significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

India 98