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VECV opens new manufacturing unit in Bhopal, begins Eicher Pro X deliveries

Vehicles rolling off the all-women final assembly line at this brand-new facility were delivered to leading players in the rapidly transforming Indian logistics industry

Tata Motors, MG offer free charging, battery rentals to lure EV buyers

The price cuts and other offers were a 'step towards mainstreaming EVs and accelerating EV adoption'

Substantial subsidies for electric vehicles are no longer required: Gadkari

At the BNEF Summit, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari highlighted the lower GST rates on electric vehicles compared to those on petrol and diesel vehicles

IRF urges govt to form strict rules to reduce pollution from HCVs

BEE is in discussion with country's carmakers to implement third version of corporate average fuel efficiency norms

Hyundai opposes duty relief on hybrids, says it will hurt petrol vehicles

Government of India has proposed to reduce GST on hybrid passenger vehicles to 5% and 12% on flex engines, while GST on diesel and petrol vehicles will remain at 28%

Green mobility: Nitin Gadkari vows to eliminate petrol, diesel vehicles

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari proposed GST cuts on hybrid vehicles to 5% and flex engines to 12% to phase out reliance on petrol/diesel vehicles and promote alternate biofuels

Gadkari vows to eliminate petrol, diesel vehicles; tax cut for hybrid cars

As part of his ambition to make India a green economy, Union minister Nitin Gadkari wants to slash GST on hybrid vehicles and has vowed to rid the country entirely of the over 36 crore petrol and diesel vehicles. "One hundred per cent," Gadkari, the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, said when asked whether it is possible for India to get rid of petrol and diesel cars altogether. "It is difficult but not impossible. This is my vision," Gadkari said in an interview to PTI. He said India spends Rs 16 lakh crore on fuel imports. This money will be used for improving the life of farmers, villages will be prosperous and the youth will get employment, the minister said. Gadkari did not give any timeline to meet this ambitious target which even proponents of green energy believe is mind bogglingly difficult. The proposal to reduce GST on hybrid vehicles to five per cent and to 12 per cent for flex engines has been sent to the Finance ministry which is considering the ...

FAME III: India to replace 800k diesel buses with electric over 7 years

To drive EV adoption in India, the government is devising a plan to replace nearly one-third of diesel buses on roads

We still anticipate sustained demand for diesel vehicles: Kia India CEO

Around 95 per cent of the semiconductor situation has been resolved, said Park

Only electric, CNG, BS-VI diesel buses to run between Delhi-NCR from Nov 1

A central air quality panel announced on Friday that starting November 1, only electric, CNG and BS VI-compliant diesel buses will be allowed to operate between Delhi and cities and towns in Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan falling within NCR. This measure aims to combat air pollution caused by diesel-powered buses operating in the region, with the ultimate goal of transitioning to electric vehicles. The announcement was made by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) In an effort to reduce pollution levels, the Centre had announced in April 2020 that all vehicles sold in India must comply with Bharat Stage-VI (BS-VI) emission standards. Bharat Stage emission standards set legal limits on the amount of air pollutants, such as carbon monoxide and particulate matter, that vehicles in India can emit. These standards focus on improving emission control, fuel efficiency, and engine design. As vehicle manufacturers provide vehicles that meet these new norms, oil companies .

No plans to phase out diesel vehicles: BMW India president Vikram Pawah

The company currently has an order book of about 2,000 cars and 1,000 motorcycles

TMS Ep520: Diesel vehicles, NVIDIA, Cipla promoter stake, Apple event

Is it the end of the road for diesel vehicles? Can NVIDIA help India overcome the AI gap? Torrent vs DRL: Which is a better fit for Cipla? What's new in the Apple iPhone 15 and watch? All answers here

Delhi approves BS VI-compliant diesel vehicles for inter-state carriage

The Delhi government will allow the registration of all BS VI-compliant diesel vehicles for inter-state stage carriage in the national capital. In an order on July 24, the Supreme Court had modified its previous order to pave way for the registration of all BS VI-compliant diesel vehicles in Delhi, irrespective of their requirement for the G20 summit. Citing the judgement of the apex court, an order issued by the Delhi Transport Department said, "... the competent authority is pleased to allow the registration of all BS VI compliant Diesel vehicles in GNCT of Delhi for Inter-State Stage Carriage, All India Tourist Permit (AITP) holders having capacity of more than 7+1 persons, coaches, buses." The Delhi Taxi and Tourist Transporters' Operators' Association, in a statement, welcomed the decision, even as it took exception at the delay in issuing of the order by the Transport department. "We welcome the decision. This will lead to the Delhi government earning revenue from the ...

Auto index hits speed bump, loses 1.8% after Nitin Gadkari's flip-flop

Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra and Ashok Leyland fell 2.19 per cent, 1.55 per cent and 2.68 per cent, respectively

Delhi govt allows registration of BS-VI compliant diesel vehicles for G20

Delhi government has given a go-ahead to the registration of BS-VI compliant diesel vehicles, provided they are being utilised for services related to the G20 Summit, an official order said on Friday. In March, the apex court permitted the registration of BS-VI light and heavy diesel vehicles that are used for essential public services and public utility services. Citing the judgement, the transport department in an order issued earlier this week, said, "... the competent authority is pleased to allow the registration of the said BS VI compliant Diesel Vehicles, subject to submission of a proof of requisition by appropriate authorities such as Ministry of External Affairs or Embassies or Ministries or any other authority regarding the engagement of such vehicles for the purposes subservient to G20 Summit." It also directed the registering authorities to verify the authenticity of requisitions regarding the engagement of such vehicle(s) for the G-20 Summit submitted by the registered

Much before talk of diesel car ban, sales down to 17.6% of total volume

The news about an Indian government committee suggesting a ban on diesel cars from 2027 has sowed the seeds of uncertainty in the minds of diesel car buyers today, said top industry officials

Refining troubles: Huge sanctions looming for fuel that powers the world

India's role in supplying Europe is notable because it has become one of the biggest buyers of discounted Russian crude since the war broke out

Ban on plying of BS-III petrol, BS-IV diesel vehicles in Delhi from Tues

The Delhi government has decided to impose a temporary ban on plying of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers in the national capital from Tuesday in view of the worsening air quality. Delhi's air quality worsened to the severe category on Monday owning to unfavourable meteorological conditions -- clam winds and low temperatures -- prompting the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to direct all NCR states to implement anti-pollution curbs with greater vigour. "The ban on BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles will kick in from Tuesday since the air quality has deteriorated in the severe category. We are monitoring the situation along with the Environment department. For now, the ban is likely to be in place till Friday. If the air quality improves, the ban could be lifted before Friday," said a senior Transport department official. The national capital's 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) stood at 434 at 4 pm on Monday, worsening from 371 on Sunday. An AQI ...

Air quality panel orders ban on diesel LMVs in Delhi-NCR, entry of trucks

With Delhi's air quality index (AQI) a notch short of entering the "severe plus" category, a central panel on Thursday directed authorities to ban the plying of four-wheeled diesel light motor vehicles in Delhi and adjoining NCR districts and the entry of trucks into the capital as part of anti-pollution measures under the final stage of the Graded Response Action Plan. However, BS-VI vehicles and those used for essential and emergency services are exempted, according to an order issued by the Commission for Air Quality Management. (CAQM) The order stated that the state government may take a call on the closure of educational institutions, non-emergency commercial activities and plying of vehicles on odd-even basis. Central and state governments may decide on permitting work from home. "Ban on plying of 4-wheeler diesel LMVs in NCT of Delhi and Districts of NCR bordering Delhi, except BS-VI vehicles and vehicles used for essential/emergency services," the order read. The CAQM also

SC permits registration of BS-VI diesel public utility vehicles

The top court also dealt with a plea seeking relaxation for sale of BS-IV vehicles in J&K on account of the curfew and internet suspension imposed in 2019 following the abrogation of Article 370