Pune-based startup Vayve Mobility will introduce the upgraded solar-powered electric car, Eva, at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. Eva can travel 250 km on a single charge and offers 3,000 km annually of solar-powered driving. It boasts ultra-fast charging, reaching 50 km in five minutes, and operates at Rs 0.
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Bengaluru-based Ultraviolette Automotive has launched its first mass-market electric scooter, the Tesseract, priced at Rs 1.45 lakh. The scooter features a 20.1 bhp motor with a range of up to 261 km and advanced tech features like radar-based ADAS. Deliveries start in Q1 2026.
TVS Motor Company has delivered the first units of its electric scooter, TVS X, in Bengaluru. Launched in August 2023 at Rs 2.49 lakh, the TVS X features a 4.44 kWh battery with a range of 140 km. It includes three riding modes, a 10.25-inch TFT display, and advanced suspension systems with disc brakes.
The Creta EV will be offered in four variants- Executive, Smart, Premium, and Excellence. Colour options include 8 monotone and 2 dual-tone colour options including 3 matte colours. The entry-level Executive and Smart trims are limited to just two colour choices and do not include the dual-tone roof options.
BMW Group India has achieved its best-ever annual sales in 2024 with an 11% growth, delivering 15,721 cars. SUVs and the luxury class saw significant gains while electric and high-performance models also performed well. The MINI brand and BMW Motorrad experienced strong sales growth.
Kia has introduced three new electric models: the EV4, PV5, and Concept EV2. The EV4 will be available as both a sedan and hatchback with impressive ranges, the PV5 caters to both commercial and passenger needs, and the Concept EV2 previews an upcoming entry-level SUV.
Porsche India achieves its highest yearly sales in 2024, selling 1,006 vehicles. The Cayenne and Macan SUVs drove sales, with SUVs making up 71% of the total. Demand for Porsche's two-door sports cars doubled. Porsche plans to open new centres and introduce electric models in 2025.
Hero MotoCorp has made a strategic move into the electric three-wheeler market by investing Rs 525 crore in Euler Motors, acquiring a 32.5% stake. This aligns with its broader vision for growth in the evolving EV landscape and builds on its previous investments in Ather Energy and its own brand, Vida.
​​​The Mercedes EQS 450 SUV is tailored for buyers who prioritize additional cabin space, particularly those who prefer being chauffeur-driven. Moving inside, it’s expected to get a Mercedes Hyperscreen setup comprising a fully digital 12.3-inch instrument cluster, a 17.7-inch touchscreen infotainment with a 12.3-inch front passenger screen. Other expected features include dual 11.6-inch rear entertainment screens.
A Lamborghini Huracan, owned by YouTuber Mridul Tiwari and driven by Deepak Kumar, crashed in Noida, injuring two labourers. Deepak was test-driving the car, allegedly due to a technical fault. He has been charged with rash and negligent driving but granted bail.
Honda Motorcycles & Scooters India (HMSI) has entered the electric vehicle market with the Activa e: and QC1 scooters, available for booking at Rs 1,000. Deliveries start in February 2025. The Activa E offers a 102 km range with 80 kmph top speed, while the QC1 provides an 80 km range.