1. Tesla Model Y spotted testing on Mumbai-Pune Expressway.

Although we don’t have a specific timeline for the launch of the first Tesla car in India, a camouflaged test mule of the Tesla Model Y was spotted testing on Indian roads for the first time. The coupe electric SUV was spotted being tested on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. The Model Y makes the most sense for the Indian market since it has the highest ground clearance among all the Tesla cars.

The Tesla Model Y comes in a single configuration, featuring an all-wheel-drive powertrain paired with a long-range 57.5 kWh battery. It offers a claimed range of 526 km. The Model Y can accelerate from 0-100 km/hr in just 4.6 seconds and reach a top speed of 200 km/hr.

2. Joy e-bike EVs get a price cut of up to Rs 14,000.

EV manufacturer Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility Ltd, which offers electric two-wheelers under the Joy e-bike brand, has announced a significant price cut on its two-wheeler models. The company has slashed prices by up to Rs 14,000 on select models. The discount applies only to Joy e-Bike’s low speed electric scooter range, which includes models that have a top speed of 25 km/hr. These EVs do not require a driving license or vehicle registration. The company’s popular high speed models such as Mihos and Nemo are not included in this price drop.

With a portfolio of over 10 EV models spanning both high speed & low speed segments, Joy e-bike has a presence in more than 400 cities across India.

3. EV charging station to come up in Lucknow's heritage area.

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is planning to set up an EV charging station near the food court at Rumi Gate in the Husainabad area. The charging facility is expected to serve a large number of people in the high-footfall area known for its historical & gastronomical significance. LDA Vice-Chancellor Prathamesh Kumar inspected the heritage zone and instructed to prepare a proposal to build an EV charging station near the food court.

LDA officials stated that 15-20 kiosks are being developed in the upcoming ‘Lazeez Gali’ in the area. Apart from the locals, tourists are also expected to visit here and enjoy the famous cuisine of Lucknow in one place.

4. Delhi Government to launch 'DEVI' electric bus service.

The Delhi Government is all-set to launch ‘DEVI’ (Delhi Electric Vehicle Interchanges) on April 22, 2025. The DEVI initiative aims to enhance last-mile connectivity by linking metro stations with residential neighborhoods through small, eco-friendly electric buses. In the initial phase, 255 electric buses will operate from depots in Nangli, East Vinod Nagar and Ghazipur. These buses will have 23 seats and a standing capacity for 13 passengers. They have been designed to navigate through narrow streets and congested areas where larger buses cannot operate efficiently. Each e-bus will have a range of 200 km and can be fast-charged in 45 minutes.

The fare structure for the DEVI e-bus service will align with that of Delhi's existing AC buses, ranging from Rs 10-Rs 25. 25% of all seats will be reserved for women, who can travel free of charge using the Delhi Government's ‘pink pass scheme’. The DEVI service is part of the Delhi Government's broader plan to deploy over 2000 such buses by the end of 2025.

5. Mercury EV Tech commissions battery plant in Vadodara.

Mercury EV Tech has announced that its subsidiary PowerMetz Energy has commissioned a 3.2 GW lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility in Vadodara. The facility will develop & manufacture an extensive range of battery chemistries including LFP (lithium iron phosphate), NMC (nickel manganese cobalt), sodium-ion cells and supercapacitor modules.

In alignment with global automation standards, Mercury EV-Tech has placed an order for a fully robotic production line from one of China’s best equipment providers. The equipment is expected to arrive at the Vadodara facility by April-end, with pilot production scheduled to begin mid-May.

6. Attero partners with NISE for solar panel recycling.

End-to-end e-waste and li-ion recycling solution company Attero, have joined hands with the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE), an autonomous institute under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), to address the challenge of solar panel waste in India.

Under the agreement, a pilot project will be initiated to test the solar panel recycling technology developed by Attero. NISE will provide the end-of-life panels. Both partners will also explore establishing a dedicated R&D facility at the NISE campus for lithium-ion batteries & solar panels recycling. Solar panels typically have a life cycle of 20-25 years, and a significant volume is expected to reach end-of-life in India in the coming years.

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