By 2030 it is projected that the initiative would save over 11.2 million litres of petrol while avoiding about 25,700 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions from the atmosphere. 

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Global Optimism's co-founded "The Climate Pledge" will receive $2.65 million in investments from companies including Amazon, Mahindra Logistics, Uber, HCLTech, and Magenta Mobility for its new shared EV charging station project "JOULE (Joint Operation Unifying Last-mile Electrification)" in Bengaluru. By 2030 it is projected that the initiative would save over 11.2 million litres of petrol while avoiding about 25,700 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions from the atmosphere. At the same time, it is expected that the project will supply charging stations with equal amounts of 22,700 megawatt hours of electricity and 6.2 megawatts of renewable energy capacity. Besides, this update is estimated to create about 185 permanent jobs during the same period. The initiative is expected to have enough capacity to cater for approximately 9,500 EVs. Based on increased demand the project is anticipated to support more than 5,500 EVs in Bengaluru by 2030. Presently Doddakallasandra has become Bengaluru’s first EV charging station which fulfils all daily EV-charging requirements, promoting the construction of five more charging stations by the end of this year. Sally Fouts, Global Leader of The Climate Pledge, stated that the action will help India's transition to electric cars, particularly Bengaluru's objective of having 100% EVs for three-wheelers, cab services, and corporate fleets by 2030. "We are happy to be a part of The Climate Pledge's endeavour to create more charging stations. JOULE helps us reach our objective of deploying 10,000 EVs in India by 2025. With over 7,300 EVs in our India operations thus far, we're on schedule to meet this goal and remain dedicated to working with manufacturers, delivery service providers, and others to accelerate EV adoption," said Abhinav Singh, VP of Operations at Amazon India. The Karnataka government has also backed this initiative, observing the potential of public-private partnerships to propel India towards a more sustainable future. Kazam, an India-based EV charging platform, will play a significant role in expanding the charging station network. Greenko, a renewable energy supplier, and Deloitte, a strategic consulting partner, will also help the initiative.

Global Optimism's "The Climate Pledge" 

Amazon, Uber to invest in Global Optimism's "The Climate Pledge" 

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India's first second-life battery-powered solar EV charging station established 1.5 km from Kempegowda International Airport, would be operational by the end of October, citing a Bescom source, Deccan Herald(DH) reported.&nbsp; The private-public cooperation between Bescom and GIZ, a German corporation, is expected to serve approximately 1,000 EVs each day, including 175 EV taxis introduced by Kempegowda International Airport. Second-life batteries are ones that have already finished their five-year life cycle. However, these batteries may still be charged and used for another five years.&nbsp; According to the report, the idea intends to eliminate the disposal of used batteries while also saving expenses.&nbsp; The facility spans 70 meters and contains 23 compartments. Each compartment is 7 meters long and 2.5 meters wide, and the station can charge up to 23 automobiles at one time.&nbsp; DH further reported that the station would be open 24 hours a day and would offer both AC and DC charging at the outlet, with each costing Rs 7.5 and 6.7 per unit, respectively. Beneficiaries can access charging stations using the EV Mitra application.&nbsp; The EV charging station, which cost an estimated Rs 4 crore, has a power capacity of 400 kV. Reportedly, the solar panels are expected to generate only 45 kV out of the required 400 kV. The remaining electricity would be provided by the Karnataka Electricity Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) grid near the charging station. In a new effort to guarantee that no power generated by a solar setup is wasted, the charging station is equipped with a metering device that monitors the generated electricity. The connecting facility between KPTCL and the charging station will be used to send excess solar power to the grid.&nbsp; While Karnataka already has the most EV charging stations (nearly 5,700), it is about to become the first state to install a second-life battery-powered solar EV charger.&nbsp;

Second-life batteries are ones that have already finished their five-year life cycle. However, these batteries may still be charged and used for another five years. 

Bengaluru to inaugurate -2nd-life solar battery

Bengaluru to inaugurate India’s first 2nd-life solar battery-powered EV charging station

In response to safety concerns arising due to the recent damage caused by a vehicle that caught fire in an underground parking lot, South Korea intends to require electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers to reveal the brand of batteries used in their vehicles, according to a newspaper on Thursday. The transport ministry planned to change the legislation so automakers would have to disclose battery suppliers, according to a story by the Chosun Ilbo that quoted an unidentified ministry official. As per the report automakers in South Korea are presently required to reveal certain characteristics about their cars, such as their size and fuel economy, but they may only reveal restricted information about batteries, like their power capacity, without mentioning the manufacturers. Currently, the Ministry of Transportation of South Korea has declined to respond to the report. According to the reports, a Mercedes-Benz electric automobile that was equipped with batteries manufactured by Farasis Energy, a Chinese business, caught fire last week in the basement garage of an apartment building in Incheon, South Korea.&nbsp; According to Yonhap news agency, the fire took over eight hours to put out, destroyed over 140 automobiles, and sent 23 individuals to the hospital after they inhaled smoke. In a statement, Mercedes-Benz Korea stated that it was taking the situation very seriously and that it intended to work with the authorities to identify the reason. In a study released in February, the Seoul Metropolitan Fire &amp; Disaster Headquarters stated that between 2013 and 2022, 1,399 fires in South Korean subterranean parking lots occurred, with 43.7% of those incidents being caused by automobiles. It said that 53% of automobile fires in underground garages were caused by electrical sources.

According to the reports, a Mercedes-Benz electric automobile that was equipped with batteries manufactured by Farasis Energy, a Chinese business, caught fire last week in the basement garage of an apartment building in Incheon, South Korea.

EV makers to disclose battery brand in South Korea

EV makers to disclose battery brand in South Korea as EV fires raise concerns

Leading smartphone and consumer electronics giant Xiaomi made the expected move by revealing its first electric vehicle to the public. Known as the SU7, this full-size, high-performance, eco-technology car integrates Xiaomi's five core electric vehicle technologies: the battery, the die-casting technique, the e-motor, the autonomous driving pilot, and the smart cabin.&nbsp; These in-house core technologies represent the result of 13 years of carefully selected research and development work involving 3,400 engineers from both China and beyond. Xiaomi spent around CNY 10 billion (USD 1.41 billion or INR 11,700 crores) on this large-scale initiative. Features of Xiaomi SU7 In the automotive business, Xiaomi's in-house designed electric motors appear to have drawn a lot of attention. The HyperEngine V6, HyperEngine V6 S, and HyperEngine V8 S are the three electric motors fitted in the EV. Using ultra-high-strength silicon steel and an S-shaped oil circuitry with cutting-edge oil cooling technology, the EV offers a best-in-class heat dissipation system. The V6 and V6 S electric motors have an industry-best rotating speed of 21,000 RPM, while the even more insane 27,200 RPM is boasted by the V8 S motor, which is still under development. According to performance measures, the V6 motor has 299 PS and 400 Nm, while the V6 S has 374 PS and 500 NM. With about 580 PS and 635 Nm, the performance of the V8 S is a step forward. Xiaomi has achieved 77.8% battery integration efficiency, 24.4% performance gain, and a 17mm reduction in battery height above industry standards by using CTB-integrated battery technology. The platform can handle up to 150 kWh of capacity, meaning that a 1,200 km theoretical range is possible. The company says that while constructing batteries, they took full occupant safety into account. A variety of components, including dual-side water cooling and 165 aerogel insulation, make up the heat dissipation system. In addition to ASIL-D, Xiaomi's in-house BMS has three separate thermal runaway monitoring. Additionally, the business boasts 1,050+ safety verifications. In terms of production, Xiaomi is going all out by creating its own materials and big die-casting. To begin with, the business created Xiaomi Titans Metal, a brand-new heat-treated die-casting material with exceptional resistance and strength. Based on 10.16 million permutations, the company's Multi-Material Performance Simulation System chooses an alloy formula on demand. With an area of 840m², Xiaomi's new T9100 die-casting cluster has a combined weight of 1,050t and a locking force of up to 9,100t. A new quality judging system that can evaluate individual components in two seconds was also announced by the corporation. By combining 72 rear underbody components into one, the new T9100 cluster reduces 840 weld joints, which results in a 17% reduction in weight and a 45% reduction in manufacturing hours. <img src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/sNZp96nH5PWaakWgvpAC_r37J7OsJ0swBZw8AjfPX6QGfV4IBDHXRzfmeIY1wMykP5cb7Ok6ax_v6i1ILw-OKkXTY_QaRNEnFJovL2pn1XANtPHBc0T2q7U_9EeTY_BbwsSft1xpT9CPyJGJP1yi_Mc" height="308" width="546"> In support of employing human resources, India's Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has discouraged autonomous driving. Justifiably so. However, there has been a surge in demand for AI-based autonomous driving in international markets. With SU7, Xiaomi has integrated three essential technologies: Super-Res Occupancy Network Technology, Road-Mapping Foundational Model, and Adaptive BEV Technology. For automated parking and autonomous driving, the company has invested in an "End-to-End Sensing and Decision-Making AI Model." This AI model is trained to have minimum granularity, extended recognition range, vectorization technology for irregular object recognition, and advanced noise reduction features. Among the hardware on the SU7 that allows for autonomous driving are two NVIDIA Orin processors, a LiDAR, eleven high-definition cameras, three-millimetre wave radars, and twelve ultrasonic radars. The in-cabin experience has been a major factor in the car industry recently. Following suit, the Xiaomi SU7 comes equipped with the brand's Smart Cabin technology, which includes a 16.3-inch centre display with 3K resolution, a massive 56-inch head-up display, a 7.1-inch rotating dashboard, and two tablet mounts for the rear seats. The goal of Xiaomi's solution is to lower the learning curve by quickly introducing the car operating system and enabling one-touch cross-device connectivity with the user's smartphone. Up to 5,000 smartphone apps are integrated, and SU7 is compatible with more than 1,000 Xiaomi smart home appliances, resulting in a straightforward CarloT ecosystem. The Xiaomi EV SU7 is positioned as a full-size high-performance eco-technology sedan. It can reach a peak speed of 265 km/h and complete a 0-100 km/h sprint in under 2.78 seconds. Additionally, the vehicle incorporates Xiaomi Smart Chassis Control, which promises pleasant driving and dynamic handling. The CEO, Chairman, and Founder of Xiaomi Group, Lei Jun, quotes a verse from Chinese poetry "With firm strides, we are crossing its summit". He further said that Xiaomi's foray into the automobile sector represents a substantial departure from the smartphone sector and an essential step in completing the loop on the Human x Car x Home smart ecosystem. Lei Jun went on to say that there isn't much room for manoeuvring in the century-old automobile business these days, saying, "Xiaomi has decided to invest tenfold, starting from the development of fundamental core technologies, committing to constructing an outstanding vehicle." Xiaomi wants to rank among the top five automobile companies in the world after 15 to 20 years of work.

The Xiaomi EV SU7 is positioned as a full-size high-performance eco-technology sedan. It can reach a peak speed of 265 km/h and complete a 0-100 km/h sprint in under 2.78 seconds.

Xiaomi SU7 is finally here: All you need to know 

On August 15, <a href="https://evindia.online/company/ola-electric" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Ola Electric's</a> MoveOS 4 software upgrade will be unveiled. The <a href="https://evindia.online/product/ola-electric-ola-s1-pro" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Ola S1 </a>electric scooters will advance thanks to this updated software. The electric producer may stick to its custom of announcing many items, though. The software upgrade was announced by Ola Electric via its official X (Twitter) handle, and it will be made public on Customer Day (August 15). With the MoveOS 4 upgrade, the Ola S1 <a href="https://evindia.online/scooter" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">electric scooter</a> series will receive some new features. One of the anticipated improvements is the Concert mode, which is an enlargement of the present Party mode. When the scooter is in Party mode, the lights synchronise with the music. The coordination of lights and music in the upcoming Concert mode may entail a large number of scooters. Ola Electric may expand the scooter's emotional potential by offering consumers a variety of home screen layouts for the digital display. There are now three mood options on the scooter: light, auto, and dark. Ola Maps, a potential navigating tool for the future, is being created by Ola Electric with a lot of effort.&nbsp; Bhavish Aggarwal, CEO of Ola Electric, provided a teaser image of a silhouette in the meantime. It's likely that what's under the hood is an <a href="https://evindia.online/bike" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">electric bike</a> that the business intends to introduce. The new item will assist the maker of electric vehicles in expanding its market into unexplored terrain. The business is now selling Ola S1 Air and Ola S1 Pro electric scooters in India. The S1 Air has a 3 kWh battery pack and costs Rs. 1.10 lakh (ex-showroom) in India. It has a 125 km range. It states that it can reach 90 kmph. Priced at Rs. 1.40 lakh (ex-showroom), the Ola S1 Pro has a 4 kWh battery pack that provides a range of 181 kilometres. The scooter's peak speed is listed at 116 kmph.

Ola electric provided a teaser image of a silhouette in the meantime. It's likely that what's under the hood is an electric bike that the business intends to introduce

Ola Electric plans to release MoveOS 4

Ola Electric plans to release MoveOS 4 software update on Independence Day

As the worldwide demand for <a href="http://www.evindia.online" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent;">electric vehicles</a> grows faster than anticipated by the industry, <a href="https://www.hyundai.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent;">Hyundai Motor</a> Company announced it intends to sell 2 million of them by 2030. To hit the sales goal, the corporation would spend nearly $85 billion over the following ten years. Utilising the current internal combustion engine (ICE) factories, Hyundai would expand production capacity while cutting costs and time by establishing new facilities that will be completely dedicated to EV manufacture. Hyundai Motor Way was the name of the South Korean automaker's new mid- to long-term business strategy and financial plan, which were unveiled on June 20 during the 2023 CEO Investor Day held at the Conrad Hotel in Seoul. There will be 130,000 more units than the previous targets of 1.87 million in 2030 and 840,000 in 2026, respectively. If achieved, Hyundai Motor's EV sales will rise from 8% this year to 34% by 2030, a fourfold increase. According to Hyundai President and CEO Jaehoon Chang, "The value of developing human-focused innovation by further developing technology acquired from the past is the distinct heritage that an organisation with a rich legacy can offer." In order to achieve high energy density and improve battery safety, the business is also focusing on the development of next-generation batteries, including those based on lithium-ion and solid-state batteries, in the mid-to-long-term. The business stated that a wider range of vehicle classes would be able to be built in a "standardised manner" with the second generation of the Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), which primarily targets mid-size Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs). The Hyundai Motor Group plans to use the E-GMP platform to build 13 cars between 2025 and 2030, including four for Kia Corp. According to the firm, these vehicles will come in a variety of sizes, including compact SUVs, large SUVs, pickup trucks, and high-end luxury sedans. In the U.S. market, where the transition to EVs is proceeding swiftly, Hyundai Motor claimed that it also seeks to improve localization rates by increasing the proportion from the current 0.7 percent to 75 percent. By raising the percentage in Europe from the current 7% to 54%, it will also boost electrification in line with market realities. The firm plans to increase the percentage of EV manufacturing in other locations from the current 2 percent to 16 percent in response to market needs.

The Hyundai Motor Group plans to use the E-GMP platform to build 13 cars between 2025 and 2030

If achieved, Hyundai Motor's EV sales will rise from 8% this year to 34% by 2030

Hyundai looks forward to increase its EV sales by 2 million by 2030  

<a href="https://www.mgmotor.co.in/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">MG</a> intends to release the Comet EV, a compact electric vehicle, in India in April 2023. The price and battery details will be unveiled soon, as the company has stated. This rebadged version of the Wuling Air from China will be made at MG's factory in India. Five colors are available: White, Pink, Yellow, Blue, and Green. The appearance of the <a href="https://evindia.online/company/mg-motor-india-private-limited" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">MG</a> Comet EV is elegant and cutting-edge. It has split headlamps. Turn signals, LED DRLs, and a tiny LED light beam encased in the front chrome bar make up the remaining lighting setup. The bar moves up onto both Outside rear-view mirrors (OVRMs). The rear lights use the same design motif as the front ones, with a stop lamp beam that extends over the back and a 2-row split tail lamp. There is a charging port located underneath the MG logo on the front. Wuling Air EV battery options are predicted for the Comet. A 17.3kWh battery powers it. The larger unit is a 26.7kWh one. The distance that can be driven between the two is 200 to 300 kilometers. The MG Comet EV is expected to have a 31 KW (41 PS) or 50 kW (68 PS) engine. The types that would be released are unknown, although the smaller 18kWh unit would be the most economical for India. We learned that Tata Autocomp would provide the LFP cell-based Comet EV battery. Comet, the smallest car in MG's lineup in India, gives customers an affordable opportunity to learn more about electric cars. Both the SWB and LWB models of Wuling Air have two doors, with the LWB having four seats. The SAIC, GM, and Wuling-developed GSEV (Global Small Electric Vehicle) platform serves as the foundation for the MG Comet EV. Other features are anticipated to include automatic climate control, two 10.2′′ horizontal displays, a 2-spoke steering wheel, an electronic parking brake, and voice control. Because of its range, charging capacity, design, and features, the MG Comet EV is a sensible choice for individuals interested in electric automobiles. It is a practical and efficient electric vehicle for city travel due to its extreme compactness. Hello from the realm of small electric cars. Comet is the name of MG's second EV. The MG ZS EV has priced in India from Rs 23.38 lakh, ex-showroom. Due to the MG Comet's anticipated starting price of less than Rs 10 lakh, it will contend with the Tata Tiago EV.

 MG intends to release the Comet EV, a compact electric vehicle, in India in April 2023.

MG unveils plan to launch compact EV- COMET.

Shubham

The <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mahindra.driverapp&amp;hl=en_IN&amp;gl=US" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">NEMO Driver App</a> is built on the acclaimed internal additional options architecture of Mahindra. By addressing important problems like range concerns and assisting the client in planning charging sessions, it improves operational effectiveness. It is dynamic and provides real-time important Mahindra <a href="https://evindia.online/vehicles?type=4" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">electric 3-wheeler data</a>, like driving and charging information (Treo auto, Treo Zor, and Zor Grand). The NEMO Driver Application was developed as a result of considerable consumer input. The company created the app to improve the connectivity, practicality, and hassle-freeness of electric mobility. Using the Play Store on Android phones, users can easily download the software for free. There are also plans for an iOS launch. The NEMO software, which a user can install on their Smartphone, has a number of functions, among which is the Keyless entry function, which allows individuals to remotely disable an <a href="https://evindia.online/vehicles?type=5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">electric vehicle</a> (EV) through the application in the event of a breach. Users can travel the quickest route with the aid of some other function in simple Navigation, allowing for more journeys and hence more benefits. The NEMO application also helps the Mahindra Customer locate his motor and travel to its precise location and provides automotive status updates such as state of charge (SoC), distance to empty (DTE), and time to charge (TTC). In aspects of maintenance, it enables technical support and provides notifications for service reminders, service scheduling, and easy accessibility to the customer service center for quicker problem-solving. The NEMO Driver Application is ready to support the new era of <a href="https://evindia.online/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">electric vehicles</a> with greater than 11 key functions, with the aim of giving a cutting-edge range of interconnected navigation services. A cloud-based system called the NEMO Driver App enables the creation of a new breed of linked and shareable solutions to enhance urban ev adoption.

Mahindra Launches Nemo Driver App for 3-Wheeler vehicles

Mahindra has recently launched its Nemo Driver app to assist its 3-wheeler commercial fleet. Read further to know more.

Somsubhra Chowdhury

<a href="https://www.tatamotors.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent;">Tata motors</a> have taken the all-new concept of the Harrier electric vehicle (EV) at the Auto Expo 2023. Claiming the event's biggest surprise, <a href="https://evindia.online/company/tata-motors" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent;">Tata Motors</a> showcased four concepts of EV in total, including the Avinya concept, the Curvv ICE concept, the Harrier EV concept, and the Sierra EV concept. The product-Harrier EV concept was presented at the stage of "close-to-production" and is reported to be launched in the market by 2024.&nbsp; <h2>What does Tata Harrier's EV Concept have to offer?</h2>Packed with Tata's Gen 2 EV architecture, Powered by ICE, Harrier EV's Omega architecture seems inspired by the Land Rover's design.&nbsp; As the harrier EV still functions on the ICE platform, it has been majorly re-designed to provide electrical benefits. &nbsp;Essentially, while the Harrier EV is still based on an ICE platform, it's heavily re-engineered for electrification. To make it lighter and more energy efficient, the fuel tank area will have some modifications, and a flat interior floor will be added.&nbsp; However, the company must still reveal the electric motor specifications or the accurate battery capacity. Also, the company still needs to confirm the availability of a dual-motor all-wheel drive setup.&nbsp; With vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-load (V2L) charging capacities, the vehicle will be capable of charging any external devices and vehicles. The vehicle is expected to have a battery pack of 60 KWH, ranging from 400 to 500 km.&nbsp; <h2>Tata Harrier EV Concept's exterior design &amp; features</h2> In terms of design, the Harrier EV looks broadly similar to its ICE counterpart but is also sufficiently differentiated as an EV. On the exterior look basis, the EV has a similar look to the traditional Harrier ICE vehicle but has some modifications to it.&nbsp; The split headlamp on the up-front is still carried along with a complementing LED bar light widening the SUV's look. An advanced, spacious grille and a re-architected front bumper with deep-set and angular creases are also present in the vehicle.&nbsp; The air-intake technology has also been re-engineered with a panel and more EV styling features. Although there are not many changes in the profile, the vehicle still qualifies to get a name of an EV as it has fenders, flush door handles, and large wheels.&nbsp; The EV on its rear side has a tail-lamp assembly consisting of a LED light tracing along the tailgate. The bumper in this section has also been re-engineered with advanced angular incidents and a smooth finish at the body cladding.&nbsp; The rear bumper has also been revised with new angular indents and a smoother finish for the body cladding. The vehicle seems close to production, and all the features and designs will likely be part of the final product. In addition, this could tease the design by revealing the ICE-powered Safari and Harrier.&nbsp; However, despite a clear interior picture, the vehicle will likely have a large touchscreen with other features.&nbsp;

Tata motors have taken the all-new concept of Harrier electric vehicle (EV) at the Auto Expo 2023. Claiming the event's biggest surprise,

Tata, at Auto Expo-2023, announces to launch Harrier EV concept by 2024

By 2030 it is projected that the initiative would save over 11.2 million litres of petrol while avoiding about 25,700 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions from the atmosphere.   | EV Marketplace

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