Electric Cars Cut Pollution Everywhere in the U.S., New Study Finds
A new study from the University of Michigan reveals that switching to electric vehicles (EVs) helps reduce greenhouse gas pollution across every county in the United States, regardless of where people live or drive. This in-depth analysis, published in Environmental Science & Technology, compared 35 different combinations of vehicle types and powertrains, including gas, hybrid, […]
EVs Power Urban Cleanliness: Indian Cities Go Green with Electric Garbage Collection
In a major push for sustainable urban living, cities across India are integrating electric vehicles (EVs) into household waste collection systems under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U). This transition from diesel-powered garbage trucks to zero-emission electric vehicles marks a significant step towards cleaner air, reduced noise pollution, and more efficient waste management. đźš› Guntur Leads […]
Global EV Giant Tesla Sidesteps India’s Manufacturing Scheme
Government Releases EV Manufacturing Policy, Tesla Pulls Back Elon Musk’s electric vehicle giant, Tesla, has reportedly shown no interest in setting up manufacturing facilities in India, according to the country’s Heavy Industries Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy. This is the first public acknowledgment by the Indian government that its efforts to attract Tesla with incentives have not […]
Bombay High Court: Housing Societies Must Allow EV Charger Installations
Court directs Maharashtra government to frame rules making it mandatory for cooperative societies to permit EV charging points for residents. In a significant push towards India’s clean energy goals, the Bombay High Court has directed the Maharashtra government to draft rules ensuring that cooperative housing societies (CHS) allow residents to install electric vehicle (EV) charging […]
Tesla’s EU Sales Plunge 49% in Early 2025 Amid Market Shifts and Controversy
Paris l Tesla’s presence in the European electric vehicle (EV) market has taken a significant hit, with new registrations plunging by 49% in the first two months of 2025 compared to the same period last year, according to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). Declining Sales Despite EV Growth Between January and February, Tesla registered […]
China’s share of global electric car market rises to 76%
China’s share of the global electric vehicle market reached 76% in October, the country’s automotive trade body said, reflecting strong demand for EVs in the country even as western tariffs risk hobbling exports. Between January and October, sales of EVs reached 14.1m units, according to the China Passenger Car Association, with 69% of those sales in China. […]
India’s Transition To EVs Threatens Millions Of Auto Sector Jobs Amid Rising Unemployment
As India grapples with nationwide unemployment, millions of jobs in the automobile sector—ranging from car mechanics to auto parts dealers—are at risk. The shift from conventional vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) is reshaping livelihoods, with new roles emerging in EV charging infrastructure, cell manufacturing, and battery assembly, requiring advanced technical skills. Hyderabad: Mechanic’s Fear of […]