EV motor controllers pose a big challenge
Motor controllers, responsible for the performance and efficiency of the powertrain in an electric vehicle, are posing major challenges to the auto industry in the country. The domestic manufacturers of motor controllers lack the requisite expertise and experience and the global semiconductor shortage is also coming in the way. The Government must intervene to help […]
Maharashtra sets ambitions EV goals
Intro: Maharashtra is setting the pace for India’s transition to electric mobility with its ambitious EV goals. Recognizing the importance of sustainability and clean energy, the state has unveiled comprehensive plans to promote electric vehicles (EVs), establish robust infrastructure, and reduce carbon emissions. Maharashtra’s ambitious EV policy aims to position the state as a leader […]
Luxury carmakers join the EV bandwagon
Intro: Witnessing the rising popularity of electric vehicles (EVS) across the country, luxury carmakers have also forayed into the segment. Despite the high prices of luxury carmakers EVs (starting at Rs 1 crore), most manufacturers have introduced their EV models seeing the market potential. Today, top brands like Mercedes, BMW, Audi and Porsche all have […]
Battery management system is essential to check EV fire mishap
Intro: The recent fire incidents in electric vehicles have brought an important issue to focus – the need for heat management system for batteries. Since lithium ion batteries are ‘dangerous goods’ and they can catch fire for a variety of reasons, it is essential to have a decent Thermal Battery Management System. With more and […]
EV industry taps new Battery Compositions
Lithium-ion batteries have become virtually synonymous with electrical vehicles. No doubt, they have multiples advantages but there are a host of disadvantages as well. Knowing that, the auto industry is busy exploring other alternatives. EV giant Tesla and Japanese carmaker Toyota have already succeeded in coming with options and they are already being fitted in […]
EV ecosystem set to undergo sea-change with swapping policy
The draft battery swapping policy, released by NITI Aayog recently, is set to enable interoperability of EV batteries across various platforms. It has also standardized the technical specifications of the battery so that only those batteries that meet these standards will be used in an electric vehicle. Taking into account other key features of the […]
Draft battery swapping policy may prove to be a game-changer for EVs
In the Union Budget 2022, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had announced that the Government was set to roll out a battery swapping policy, in a bid to reduce upfront costs of purchasing EVs and drive adoption among buyers. The Government think-tank Niti Aayog came up with the policy draft on April 21 and has invited […]
EV turnaround: sales witness healthy rise
Intro: Despite range anxiety and inadequate charging infrastructure, electric vehicles have started finding takers in India, and that’s a positive development. The electric vehicle (EV) market is witnessing a remarkable turnaround, with sales showing a significant rise globally and in India. This surge reflects a growing consumer shift toward sustainable transportation, driven by government incentives, […]
EVCD Version 2.0 is advanced, feature-rich
With a view to providing optimal charging infrastructure in the country, Radius Synergies has come up with an advanced and feature-rich version of its Electric Vehicle Charging Dock. While the earlier version was just a dispenser, the new EVCD version is a complete EV charger with a built-in charger gun; and that’s a huge plus. […]
EVCD a must for EV users in high-risers
The Government is making considerable efforts to strengthen EV charging infrastructure by installing DC fast chargers on highways and fuel stations. But the problem area remains slow charging by AC chargers, which is recommended by EV manufacturers. For those living in high-rise apartments and housing societies in particular, it is an acute problem. The solution […]