Rural Drivers vs. Disinformation: 3 Facts about Electric Vehicles to Set the Record Straight

EV demand is on a clear upward trajectory, in spite of fluctuations in the market. Availability has also increased, with many auto dealers offering a wide range of new and more affordable electric passenger car and pick-up truck models. This is all good news, but while urban areas have witnessed a growing adoption of EVs, adoption in rural areas is still lagging. According to one estimate, rural EV sales lags by about 40 percent compared to urban areas. Disinformation and misconceptions…
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Source: https://cleantechnica.com/2024/01/19/rural-drivers-vs-disinformation-3-facts-about-electric-vehicles-to-set-the-record-straight/amp/

Rolls Royce’s first EV ‘Spectre’ launched in India, costs whopping Rs 7.5 crore – ANI News

Rolls Royce’s first EV ‘Spectre’ launched in India, costs whopping Rs 7.5 crore  ANI NewsRolls Royce Spectre launched at Rs 7.5 crore  Autocar IndiaRolls Royce Spectre luxury EV launched at Rs 7.5 crore  Team-BHP
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Source: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CCAiC1dLWk1oa3lTSnR3mAEB?oc=5&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US:en

Upcoming Ampere NXG Goes On An Epic Ride From Kashmir To Kanyakumari Ahead Of Launch

The EV maker has also shared a few details about the electric scooter on their website

We know that the upcoming Ampere NXG will be launching pretty soon, but before that, the EV maker has embarked on a 5,100km journey from Kashmir to Kanyakumari with the NXG. The manufacturer says “(it) will not only demonstrate remarkable determination and resilience but also highlight the electric scooter’s impressive power, performance, and style”.Ampere has also shared some details about…
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Source: https://www.zigwheels.com/news-features/general-news/upcoming-ampere-nxg-goes-on-an-epic-ride-from-kashmir-to-kanyakumari-ride/51987/?is_amp=1

Electric cars jolt Europe sales for 2023, ET Auto

The figures marked a stark turnabout from 2022, when new vehicle registrations dropped to their lowest levels since 1993 as component shortages hindered automakers.New car sales in Europe rebounded by 13.9% in 2023 as electric vehicles overtook diesel for the first time, an industry group said on Thursday.Sales of new electric cars shot up by 37% year-on-year and accounted for 14.6% of overall sales, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association…
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Source: https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/amp/news/passenger-vehicle/electric-cars-jolt-europe-sales-for-2023/106989217

China vows to rein in capacity in electric vehicle industry

Stay informed with free updatesSimply sign up to the Electric vehicles myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox.China has said it will rein in expansion of the country’s electric vehicle sector, as Beijing responds to western criticism of its industrial and trade policies that have contributed to a wave of Chinese car exports.Xin Guobin, vice-minister of industry and information technology, said on Friday there was “insufficient” external consumer demand and that Beijing would…
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Source: https://www.ft.com/content/bf4aa7c8-5eb9-4927-909f-b37d18674988

Ather Diesel – Upcoming Family Electric Scooter

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Ather Diesel likely to be a more spacious, comfort-oriented electric scooter

In a bid to cater to the growing demand for electric two-wheelers in India, Ather Energy is gearing up to launch its latest offering. It is a family-oriented electric scooter named Diesel (quite a weird name for an e-scooter!).

Anticipated to hit the market in mid-2024, the Ather Diesel scooter is targeted towards urban commuting with its emphasis on spaciousness,…
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Source: https://www.motorbeam.com/ather-diesel-upcoming-family-electric-scooter-launch-by-mid-2024/amp/

Baojun Yep Plus unveiled globally, is based on MG Comet EV

By: HT Auto Desk Updated on: 19 Jan 2024, 09:54 AM Baojun Yep Plus shares its platform with the MG Comet EV. It is a 5-door version of the Yep which is sold in a 3-door body style. Baojun Yep Plus is a 5-door version of the Baojun Yep. Baojun, a Chinese brand has revealed its small electric SUV in the Chinese market. It is based on the same platform as the MG Comet EV that is being sold in the Indian market. Baojun Yep Plus is a 5-door version of the Yep which gets a…
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Source: https://auto.hindustantimes.com/auto/electric-vehicles/baojun-yep-plus-unveiled-globally-is-based-on-mg-comet-ev/amp-41705635988758.html

EV Onslaught – The Statesman

Asurge in Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) is sending ripples of uncertainty through Western markets. Memories of the “China shock” in the late 1990s, which saw a million American manufacturing jobs lost to Chinese competition, still linger, fuelling fears of another disruptive economic earthquake. However, before we succumb to apprehension, perhaps it’s time to view China’s EV onslaught as an opportunity rather than a threat.
Chinese carmakers have made…
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Source: https://www.thestatesman.com/opinion/ev-onslaught-1503261067.html

Tecno’s foldable, the Phantom V2 Fold, pops up on Geekbench, revealing key specs

18 January 2024

Tecno’s second-generation foldable, the Phantom V2 Fold, is expected to arrive in Q1 this year and its likely debut is during this year’s MWC 2024 in Barcelona. Ahead of the announcement, the handset stopped by Geekbench, revealing some of its specs.

If you are familiar with Geekbench’s listings, you probably know the bits they reveal. For instance, the sheet suggests the upcoming Phantom V2 Fold will run on the MediaTek Dimenisity 9000+ chip. That’s the same…
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Source: https://m.gsmarena.com/tecnos_foldable_the_phantom_v2_fold_pops_up_on_geekbench_revealing_key_specs-amp-61280.php