EY appointed as consultant for proposed electric vehicle park at Vilappilsala
The proposed electric vehicle industrial park at Vilappilsala in the state capital took a step closer to reality as the TrEst (Trivandrum Engineering Science and Technology Research Park), the implementing agency, finalised Ernst and Young (EY) as the project consultant.

EV owner made to pay road tax, fine due to Nagpur RTO blunder
The owner of an electric vehicle (EV) in Nagpur was on Wednesday forced to pay road tax and a penalty — despite EVs being exempt under govt policy — after receiving a wrong demand SMS from the Regional Transport Office (RTO). The blunder has sparked concern about the efficiency of transport administration as the country pushes for faster EV adoption.

EV sales in India cross 20 lakh in FY25; two-wheelers hold over 50% market share
New Delhi: Cumulative electric vehicle (EV) sales in India reached 61.66 lakh units by the end of financial year 2024–25, with over 20 lakh units sold during the year, according to the Annual India EV Report Card: FY2025 released by JMK Research.

India lacks innovations in automobile sector, need to hike substantial investments in R&D: NITI Aayog
India's growth in the global automobile sector is held back due to a lack of innovation, primarily driven by inadequate Research and Development (R&D) infrastructure, says a report by NITI Aayog.

‘No decision on GPS-based tolling from 1st May 2025,’ government clarifies
In view of the multiple media reports claiming that FASTags will be replaced by a satellite-based tolling system from May 1, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) on Friday (April 18) issued a clarification. Refuting these claims, the ministry confirmed that no such decision has been made.

Centre notifies rules for Radar-based speed measurement devices; to be enforced from July 1
In a move aimed at strengthening road safety and ensuring fairness in traffic enforcement, the Department of Consumer Affairs has notified new rules for ‘Radar equipment for the measurement of the speed of vehicles’ under the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011. The rules will come into effect from July 1, 2025, giving sufficient lead time for industries and enforcement agencies to comply with the regulatory framework.

BluSmart rebrands itself as Uber Green in Bengaluru: Report
BluSmart, once seen as a competitor to Uber and Ola in India’s electric ride-hailing space, has been rebranding its fleet under Uber Green, as per a report by NDTV Profit. The move comes after the company halted cab bookings across Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru and Mumbai due to a major financial fraud, involving its financial backer Gensol Engineering, that SEBI had flagged this week. The company, which took a Rs 900 crore loan for EVs, has allegedly diverted Rs 262 crore to purchase a DLF Camellias flat. 

Amid Gensol crisis, BluSmart says wallet refunds will take up to 90 days

Sebi has barred Anmol Singh Jaggi and Puneet Singh Jaggi, the promoters of BluSmart, from board roles and securities market access, alleging that they diverted loans intended for vehicle financing to real estate deals.

Not just Ashneer Grover: BluSmart had Dhoni, Deepika Padukone as investors
 

PM Narendra Modi speaks with Elon Musk on technology and innovation
 

From 96% holding to a sliver: How Gensol promoters made swift exit
 

BluSmart's shock exit leaves India's green mobility market up for grabs
 

How Jaggi brothers destroyed BluSmart, rival of Uber, after misusing company money
 

Gensol's Jaggi brothers: The rise and fall of serial entrepreneurs
 

Sebi investigation into BluSmart likely to slow Uber's EV push in India
 

NHEV reaches out to IREDA, PFC over placing 2,700 EV orders with BluSmart
 

(EV)6th Sense
This is the updated iteration of the Kia EV6, the Korean carmaker’s all-electric offering which helped it gain some momentum in the premium EV space in India. We head to Kia’s facility in Andhra Pradesh, about two hours from the city of Bengaluru, to experience what the update has in store for EV buyers.

Jeep Compass EV spied testing for first time
Stellantis is one of the many automotive conglomerates committed to electrify its lineup across all the brands by the end of this decade. Jeep being one of its subsidiary key brands is also working rigorously to achieve this target with the launch of new hybrids and electric vehicles. One of the most anticipated EVs from Jeep is the upcoming Compass EV.

Peerless, but has solid peers. Priceless, but if it's priced less
A Box-Shaped car is unlikely to win design accolades, but the EV9 is no regular box — not just design awards, it was judged the World Car of the Year 2024. But is it that good —best in the world?

Goes the distance, and in style - K-drive: Kia’s new electric cars tested – EV6 and EV9
New EV6: Goes the distance in power, panache

Porsche Macan petrol discontinued in India, only available in electric guise
Porsche is one of the few supercar brands that is looking at an all-electric future in some years to come and the signs are already showing. The German marque has discontinued the ICE variants of the Macan in India and now the performance SUV is only available in fully-electric derivatives. 

ZF India secures major electric axle deal with leading CV manufacturer
ZF Commercial Vehicle Solutions, a division of the global ZF Group, has secured a significant multi-year supply contract with a leading Indian commercial vehicle (CV) manufacturer for its next-generation AxTrax 2 electric axle.

LCV segment set for modest rebound in FY26 amid economic tailwinds
 

A Kodiaq moment
The hugely revered Skoda Kodiaq is back in an all-new avatar. It looks smarter, comes with new features, sits on Volkswagen’s MQB evo platform, and has a cabin that is miles ahead of its predecessor. It promises to live up to the high standards set by Skoda cars of the past and to see whether it delivers on that claim, we take the latest iteration out for a spin in Mumbai.

Tata Curvv goes Dark
Tata Motors has extended its Dark Edition range to include the Curvv SUV-Coupe. Priced between ₹16.49 lakh and ₹19.52 lakh, ex-showroom, the Tata Curvv Dark Edition is currently available only on the ICE models and in the Accomplished S and Accomplished + A trims. Mechanically unchanged, the Curvv Dark Edition benefits from the new Carbon Black paint, an all-black treatment for various elements, including the wheels, and similar changes inside. Both direct-injection turbo-petrol and diesel engines are available, and they can be specced with either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 7-speed automatic unit.

Honda Amaze CNG vs Maruti Suzuki Dzire CNG — Which one should you pick?
Honda has set foot in the CNG segment with one of its best-sellers, the Amaze. The new Honda Amaze CNG is based on the latest-generation Amaze, which was launched in India recently. The Honda Amaze CNG competes in an extremely competitive segment and one of its primary rivals is the Maruti Suzuki Dzire CNG, which also saw a major revamp recently. Here’s a quick comparison between the two vehicles.

Google Trends: Top 5 scooters in focus
The first month of a new financial year is always eventful and April 2025 has been no different till now with plenty of action witnessed in the first three weeks already. Two-wheelers, particularly scooters, have grabbed headlines quite often in the past couple of weeks. Let us look at the top 5 scooters that have been trending in Google for the last 30 days.

2025 TVS Apache RR 310 updated: Here’s what’s new
The Apache brand of motorcycles holds the same value to TVS as the Taj Mahal holds to Agra. For almost two decades, Apache has become the identity of the Hosur-based two-wheeler manufacturer with its wide range from sporty commuters to sports bikes. At the top of the ladder sits the Apache RR 310.

Monsoon forecast brings cheer to two-wheeler sector
The above normal rainfall forecast by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) for the upcoming monsoon season has brought good news to the two-wheeler sector. This comes at a time when demand has taken a backseat in recent months, forcing brands in the segment to lure buyers with offers.

2025 Kawasaki Ninja 650 KRT edition launched
Kawasaki has spiced up its 650cc sport touring offering, the Ninja 650, by giving it the KRT treatment. Launched at Rs 7.27 lakh ex-showroom, the Kawasaki Ninja 650 KRT edition is Rs 17,000 more than the standard Ninja 650, but it ensures that it stands out compared to the stock bike. Let’s take a closer look at the new Kawasaki Ninja 650 KRT edition.

2W exports turn positive after 2 years, Bajaj Auto registers highest export growth: SIAM data

Automobile experts have pointed out that the surge in exports can be attributed to the budgeted product portfolio offered by Indian Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). “The sharp rise in two-wheeler exports shows that demand is bouncing back in key markets like Africa and Latin America. Indian manufacturers are doing well globally, especially in the entry-level and commuter segments, thanks to their affordable pricing, reliable products, and strong on-ground dealer networks,” Nikhil Dhaka, Vice President, Primus Partners, told businessline.

Wardwizard cuts prices on Joy e-Bike models
The Vadodara-based electric vehicle manufacturer has reduced prices by up to ₹13,000 on select models, including the WOLF 31AH, GEN NEXT 31AH, GEN NEXT NANU PLUS, WOLF PLUS, GEN NEXT NANU ECO and WOLF ECO. The company said the decision is part of its broader strategy to strengthen market presence and attract a wider base of consumers amid increasing demand for sustainable transport options.

Ola Electric regains top spot in April E2W sales
Ola Electric reclaimed the top spot in electric two-wheeler (E2W) sales in April, after slipping behind Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor in March. The Bengaluru-based EV maker sold 11,330 units, accounting for 23% of total electric two-wheelers sold so far this month.

Ultraviolette readies base for next range of electric 2-wheelers
New Delhi: Narayan Subramaniam uses the Tesla evolution story as a reference point to describe Utraviolette Automotive’s journey in India. “Our approach was quite similar to what Tesla did,” says the CEO and Co-founder of the electric two-wheeler maker in a conversation with ET Auto.

Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme guidelines to be out in a few days: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Manesar: Minister for Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Friday that guidelines for the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme are almost ready and will be released in a few days. Addressing a press conference in Manesar, he said a portal will also be launched soon for applications to be made under the components manufacturing scheme.

Crude oil imports bill up 2.7% to $137 billion in FY25
India’s crude import bill rose by 2.7% during FY25, reaching $137.0 billion compared to $133.4 billion in the same period of FY24, according to data from the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell. 

India's oil and gas production fall in 2024-25
Crude oil output dropped 2.5per cent year-on-year to 26.5 million metric tonnes (MMT) in 2024-25. Domestic crude production has been falling every year for a decade, down 26per cent from 35.9 MMT in 2014-15.

Gas allocation to CGD firms on advance quarterly basis: Oil Ministry
 

Revfin targets ₹750 crore in EV loans for FY26, expands leadership team

Revfin, a digital lender in India’s sustainable mobility space, has unveiled plans to disburse ₹750 crore in electric vehicle (EV) loans in FY26, marking a five-fold growth over the last two years. As part of this expansion strategy, the company has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of three senior executives.

TVS Apache RR 310 launched with OBD2B compliance at Rs 2.78 lakh
TVS has updated its flagship, the Apache RR 310 sportbike, to meet the latest OBD2B emission norms. In the process, the RR 310 has gained a few features such as launch control, cornering drag torque control, sequential turn indicators and new 8-spoke alloy wheels derived from its sibling, the RTR 310. Prices start at Rs 2.78 lakh (ex-showroom, India) for the latest Apache RR 310. 

Skoda Kodiaq new vs old: larger, more premium and more expensive
The second-generation Skoda Kodiaq was recently launched in India, with prices ranging between Rs 46.89 lakh and Rs 48.69 lakh (ex-showroom, India). At first glance, it may look like just a facelift, but it is indeed an all-new model with evolutionary styling, brand new interiors with a lot more features and an updated powertrain as well. Let’s take a closer look at how the second-gen Skoda Kodiaq compares to its predecessor.

2025 Volvo XC90 review - A different flavour of luxury SUV
If there’s a model that symbolises ‘age is just a number’, it’s the Volvo XC90. Now in its tenth year, the broad-shouldered Swede has managed to disguise its vintage rather well. Subtle tweaks over the years have helped, but this 2025 update is a clear ‘facelift’ in the truer sense.

Opinion: Could Ultraviolette be India’s next big EV player?
From the very beginning, Ultraviolette has done things the right way, even when it was the more painful way. The best example is how the F77 electric motorcycle was heavily redesigned over the course of the pandemic. A more recent one is how UV invested over a year into creating the incredibly complex F99 high-performance bike that we recently set a huge top speed record with. The F99 won’t go on sale anytime soon, but its 258kph top speed is way higher than any car or bike from an Indian manufacturer so far.

Hamilton sceptical about F1 cooling vest: “Racing needs to be tough”
F1’s new cooling vest made a rather inconspicuous race debut at last weekend’s Bahrain GP, with Mercedes’ George Russell having used it during the race. However, Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton has expressed scepticism about the device, stating that he would “avoid it”.

Trump tariffs trigger more layoffs, Volvo Group to fire 800 workers over market uncertainty
Volvo Group plans to lay off as many as 800 workers at three US. facilities over the next three months due to market uncertainty and demand concerns in the face of President Donald Trump's tariffs, a spokesperson said on Friday. Volvo Group North America said in a statement it has told employees it plans to lay off 550-800 people at its Mack Trucks site in Macungie, Pennsylvania, and two Volvo Group facilities in Dublin, Virginia, and Hagerstown, Maryland.

Tesla speeds up odometers to avoid warranty repairs, US lawsuit claims
Tesla faces a proposed class action claiming it speeds up odometers on its electric vehicles so they fall out of warranty faster, saving Elon Musk's company from having to pay for repairs.

Toyota weighs adding US production of new RAV4 in response to tariffs, sources say
Adding supply from the United States would lessen the impact for the Japanese automaker from President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on imported cars and avoid potentially higher costs in cases of fluctuations in the volatile yen currency, two of the people said.