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Tata Motors advocates for incentives on EVs, opposes hybrid tax cuts in India: Report | Autocar Professional

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In contrast, hybrid cars face a significantly higher tax rate of 43%, just below the 48% levied on traditional petrol cars. This development comes amidst a broader global shift towards sustainable transportation, with automakers increasingly focusing on electric and hybrid technologies.

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Hybrids vs EVs: where should government put its money

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Hybrids better than EVs According to a letter from Toyota’s India country head, Vikram Gulati, to the Niti Aayog, the corporation is asking for an 11 per cent point tax differential for hybrid vehicles and 14 points for flex-hybrid choices over petrol automobiles.

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How electric vehicles are helping gig delivery riders | Autocar Professional

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This transformation is driven by the global push by aggregator platforms to lower greenhouse gas emissions and embrace sustainable transportation options. The survey revealed a strong willingness among respondents to embrace sustainable transportation options, with a majority already utilizing e-scooters for their delivery tasks.

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Servotech bags INR 120-cr order for 1800 DC fast EV chargers from BPCL – ET Auto

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The project, comprising two charger variants, 60 kW and 120 kW , involves Servotech manufacturing, supplying, installing and strategically deploying these 1800 EV chargers across the country, particularly at BPCL petrol pumps in major cities, as part of its E-drive Project.

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Strong support for EV ambitions | Autocar Professional

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The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme initiated by the government in March 2020, aims to significantly enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities across various industries. This sectoral expansion is expected to further stimulate economic activity and drive industrial development.

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Must Read 40+ Electric Vehicle Interview Questions & Answers

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The electric vehicle industry is growing at a high pace these days. The technological advancements in this field attract people to work in this industry. Are you planning a job in electric vehicle industry? I consider the electric vehicle industry as a place where I could deliver the best of my knowledge.

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Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill

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New and used vehicle importers, fleet companies, the electricity sector, other supporting industries and consumers need certainty about government climate and transport policy over the long-term. Affordable, convenient, safe and sustainable transport choices should be available for all New Zealanders. Technology-taker.

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