Electrification in premium motorcycles still at an early stage globally, India: HMSI CEO

India’s retail electric car registrations rise 89% in April-June

Signalling India’s transition from internal combustion engine vehicles to electric mobility is entering a broader, more mainstream phase

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A rapid growth in the adoption of Electric Vehicles (EVs), also known as New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) in Nepal, made headl...

June auto sales data: Commercial vehicle turns consensus player; brokerages list stocks to buy

Indian automakers reported strong performance in June 2026, with healthy demand across passenger vehicles, two-wheelers, commercial vehicles and tractors. Brokerages including Motilal Oswal, Emkay and ICICI Securities highlighted broad-based growth, with several OEMs beating estimates. Maruti, MM, TVS and Tata Motors stood out, while Hyundai underperformed in PVs. Analysts remain optimistic on the sector, favouring CVs and select two-wheeler players amid improving demand and pricing conditions.

Best bikes under ₹2 lakh in India 2026: Royal Enfield, Yamaha, Bajaj and more compared

From Royal Enfield Hunter 350 to Yamaha R15 V4, here are India's 5 best motorcycles under 2 lakh in 2026 — with prices, features and performance compared for every rider type.

Pembiayaan superbike AEON Credit melonjak dua kali ganda

KUALA LUMPUR: AEON Credit Service (M) Berhad (AEON Credit) mencatatkan prestasi luar biasa dalam pasaran pembiayaan motosikal apabila jualan bagi segmen jentera berkuasa tinggi (superbike) melonjak hampir dua kali ganda. Pertumbuhan drastik bagi kategori motosikal berkapasiti enjin 250cc ke atas itu didorong oleh peningkatan pendapatan purata rakyat Malaysia, sekali gus merancakkan permintaan terhadap gaya hidup ... Read more The post Pembiayaan superbike AEON Credit melonjak dua kali ganda appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Bikes, Beats and Bilaterals at 16th India-Japan Summit: Sanae Takaichi tries Santoor during Delhi luncheon with PM Modi

Earlier in the day, while addressing the India-Japan Joint Economic Forum, PM Modi couldn't resist a personal shout-out to Takaichi's unconventional past. I have been told that PM Takaichi is fond of motorbikes, PM Modi said with a smile. We are delighted that Yamaha, Kawasaki, and Honda bikes are exported across the globe from India. When Japanese expertise combines with India's speed and scale, the entire world benefits, he said.

Top EV Partnerships in India Powering Drivn’s Electric Mobility and EV Fleet Solutions

Drivn Transition Pvt Ltd’s EV partnerships in India with Energy in Motion, Montra Electric, Switch Mobility, and, recently, BillionE Mobility are shaping how commercial fleets adopt electric vehicles. These collaborations represent some of the most important EV collaborations in India because they directly address the core barriers of cost, infrastructure, and scalability in commercial EV adoption. Key EV Partnerships of Drivn Transition Pvt. Limited Energy in Motion: Deployment of 1,000 electric trucks supported by battery-swapping and operational planning BillionE Mobility: Introduction of 200 electric trucks for freight operations and electrified corridor development Switch Mobility: EV leasing solutions enabling fleet operators

Delhi Cabinet approves EV Policy 2026, offers 100% exemption on road tax, registration fees: Key highlights

The Delhi Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, has approved the new EV Policy 2026. As part of the policy, all electric cars with an ex-showroom price of Rs 30 lakh or less registered in the national capital will be exempted from road tax and registration fees. Moreover, it will provide a scrapping incentive of Rs 1 lakh to owners of BS-IV four-wheelers or below-standard vehicles who scrap their vehicles and switch to electric vehicles. Moreover, all electric two-wheeler purchasers will get a Rs 30,000 subsidy, and three-wheeler buyers will get a Rs 50,000 subsidy in the first year of the Delhi EV Policy.

StarCharge Releases Industry White Papers: From Infrastructure to Network Systems, Microgrids Moving from Customization to Scaling Up Development

CHANG ZHOU, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 7 July 2026 - The global new energy vehicle market has seen rapid growth in recent years. With continued strong expectations for new energy vehicle exports, the global electric vehicle (EV) charging market is entering a new stage of rapid expansion. ...

Spiro takes $55M from China’s NewTrails as it nears a $1bn valuation

The hard part of electrifying a motorcycle in Lagos or Nairobi was never the motorcycle, it was the charging. A rider who earns by the trip cannot afford to sit for hours waiting for a battery to fill, which is why Spiro built its business around swapping instead: pull in, trade a flat pack for [] This story continues at The Next Web

Kia Teases Electric, Hybrid Vehicle For India: Syros EV, Sorento Likely?

Kia India has teased a new electric vehicle and a plug-in hybrid vehicle for launch in India.

Indonesia rail fleet fully prepared for B50 biofuel shift

State-owned rail operator PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) declared that its entire fleet of diesel-powered vehicles is ...

Why is Delhi targeting bikes first in its EV drive?

Why is Delhi targeting bikes first in its EV drive?

BYD surpasses Tesla in global race; ‘do-or-die’ crisis in China’s market: 7 EV reads

We have put together stories from our coverage on electric and new energy vehicles from the past two weeks to help you stay informed. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. China’s BYD surpasses Tesla to regain lead in global EV race China’s electric vehicle (EV) king BYD has leapfrogged once more over Tesla to become the world’s largest battery-powered car manufacturer, spurred by its surging overseas shipments, despite posting an 8.2 per cent...

JéGO, GoCab strike deal to put 6,000 EVs on West African roads 

The deal comes as Africa's EV market grows but remains limited by two problems: financing and charging. Much of the region's electrification so far has centred on two- and three-wheelers.

Miti: EV import policy revised after tax incentives end, RM200,000 CIF threshold set

KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 — The government has revised its electric vehicle (EV) import policy following the expi...

NextEra Energy: Merger With Dominion Energy Introduces Risks

NextEra Energy: Merger With Dominion Energy Introduces Risks

Cape Town's first MyCiTi battery-electric bus arrives as part of sustainable transport expansion

Cape Town's first MyCiTi battery-electric bus arrives as part of sustainable transport expansion

Puri on why India has among world's cheapest fuel

Puri on why India has among world's cheapest fuel

Modi’s Biofuel Push Comes Under Pressure as Motorists Protest

Indian motorists will gather in New Delhi on Sunday, in the first major protest against a flagship biofuel program intended to reduce crude imports and support farm incomes.

The unstoppable rise of China-made cars in Europe: 5 things to know

Chinese electric and hybrid vehicles are ubiquitous two years after the EU imposed tariffs on EV imports.

Absa Deepens BYD Alliance as South Africa’s Electric Vehicle Market Surges

South Africa’s transition to new energy vehicles (NEVs) is gathering momentum, prompting Absa and BYD Auto South Africa to expand their strategic partnership first established in 2025. The enhanced collaboration reinforces both companies’ commitment to accelerating electric mobility by providing financing and banking solutions that support BYD’s growing dealer network and customer base. Absa will []

Govt ends fuel subsidies for motorcyclists and public transport

According to an official statement, subsidies for motorcycle riders and small farmers have been withdrawn. The post Govt ends fuel subsidies for motorcyclists and public transport appeared first on BOL News.

Cut Through Traffic: Best Electric Commuter Scooters for 2026

Five UL-certified electric commuter scooters for adults — ranked by real-world range, tire type, and what actually matters