smoother operation, and a strong engine brake with up to 344 kW of power from the Variable Valve Brake (VVB) system. Scania’s turbo dosing system improves AdBlue use and fuel efficiency. Beyond fuel savings and weight reduction, the Super 11 is also compatible with renewable fuels such as HVO and FAME, helping reduce emissions without needing new fueling infrastructure. The Super 11 will be available starting in June 2025. Based on Scania press...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/20

Rajasthan Government launches INR 2 billion e-vehicle promotion fund to boost EV adoption On February 11, Rajasthan government announced the establishment of an INR 2 billion E-Vehicle Promotion Fund under the Electric Vehicle Policy-2022 to encourage the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the state.  The policy, aligned with FAME-2, includes provisions for reimbursing the State GST amount and offering a one-time grant from the promotion fun...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/18

ehicles Private Limited, Benling India Energy and Technology Private Limited and Okinawa Autotech International Private Limited. These cases involve the fraudulent acquisition of subsidies totaling INR 2.97 billion by three companies under the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME) II scheme.  Under the FAME-II scheme and the Phased Manufacturing Programme (PMP) guidelines, certain key vehicle components were required to b...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/03

CLA's electric models is supported by the Electric Software Hub at the Mercedes-Benz Technology Centre in Sindelfingen. The hybrid CLA will feature 48-volt technology with an electric motor providing up to 20 kW of power. This system pairs with a new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (8F-eDCT) and a FAME (Family of Modular Engines) four-cylinder gasoline engine, offering three power levels: 100, 120, or 140 kW. For AC charging, included options fo...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/19

Blue.ion. cabin air filter. It achieves its filtering effect through a combination of ionization of the particles in the airflow and polarization of the Filter medium. It has a compact design, requires little energy for the fan, and produces only low noise emissions. For alternative fuels (e-fuels, FAME, HVO), its Blue.maxx fuel filter system has a modular design. The Blue.maxx system can be designed in two parts as a pre-filter and main filter o...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/05

Electric two-wheeler manufacturer Revolt Motors secures approval for EV subsidy in India On July 30, Revolt Motors received official approval from the Ministry of Heavy Industries to be eligible for the Government of India’s EV subsidy schemes. Earlier, Revolt Motors had proactively paid back the past availed subsidies under the FAME-II subsidy regime. With this step, all past issues related to FAME II subsidies stand fully resolved.  Now Revo...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/30

Ministry of Heavy Industries, India updates about automobile sector schemes budget in 2024-25 On July 23, the Ministry of Heavy Industries announced the Budget allocation for 2024-25, for the electric vehicle and automotive schemes. The budget for the Scheme for Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid and) Electric Vehicles in India (FAME-India) is set at INR 26.71 billion, a decrease from the previous year's allocation of INR 48.07 billion....

News  Updated at: 2024/07/23

, a plan that is in line with the goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2040. This emissions reduction is possible thanks to the use of renewable fuels on its maritime transport routes, which comprise 75% of total transport emissions. With biofuel B30, which contains 30% Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAME), emissions can be reduced by 20%-25%. This same FAME fuel is used for the maritime transport of parts and materials, reducing greenhouse gas emi...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/06

or its 350-bus project in Uttar Pradesh. SMBC has extended the green financing and the funding would be used for the deployment of 9-meter pure AC electric buses across eight cities in Uttar Pradesh. It will also help them with the procurement, operation, and maintenance of electric buses under the FAME II scheme. GreenCell Mobility is promoted by Eversource Capital. It is focused on building a platform to provide electric mobility-as-a-service (...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/08

uncement resulted in a temporary reduction in purchases, though there is an expectation of a recovery post-election, with decreasing concerns about the forthcoming monsoon. The 2W segment demonstrated resilience and adaptability, with electric vehicle (EV) sales surging due to the expiration of the FAME 2 subsidy on March 31, while the 3W segment showed an encouraging sales trend hitting an all-time high retail, driven by the growing acceptance o...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/09

Sokudo Electric, India launches three electric two-wheelers On February 29, Soduko Electric launched Select 2.2, Rapid 2.2 (RTO models), and (non-RTO model) electric scooters for INR 85,889, INR 79,889, and INR 59,889 respectively. They feature a brushless DC hub motor with 2,300W peak motor power. The scooters comply with FAME II standards and come with fireproof lithium ferro phosphate (LFP) batteries with a driving range of 100-105 km. They ca...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/29

Government of India enhances FAME II scheme outlay by INR 15 billion On February 9, the Ministry of Heavy Industries announced that the outlay of FAME India scheme Phase II has been enhanced from INR 100 billion to INR 115 billion under FAME India scheme Phase II. The revised outlays for electric two-wheelers now stood at INR 53.11 billion, electric three-wheelers at INR 9.87 billion, electric four-wheelers at INR 7.5 billion, electric buses at I...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/12

Government of India updates about the budget estimates for FAME and PLI schemes On February 5, the Government of India during the Budget 2024-25 announced the outlay of major schemes and budget estimates for 2024-25. It mentioned that the scheme for faster adoption and manufacturing of (hybrid and) electric vehicles in India - (FAME - India) estimated budget is kept at INR 26.71 billion from the present revised estimate of INR 48.07 billion from ...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/06

Kinetic Green, India launches Zulu electric scooter, unveils new brand identity On December 11, Kinetic Green launched a Zulu electric scooter for an introductory price of INR 95 thousand. It is a Fame II-compliant high-speed electric scooter that is powered by a 2.27 kWh Li-ion battery and can offer a range of 104 km. The scooter has a city speed of 60 kmph and comes with a ground clearance of 160mm.Kinetic also unveiled its new brand identity w...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/11

Government of India updates about total subsidy given under FAME-II till December On December 5, The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) announced that under the Phase-II of Fame India scheme, a subsidy amounting to INR 52.28 billion has been given to electric vehicle manufacturers on sale of 1.15 million electric vehicles as of December 1. It mentioned that a total of 1,016,887 two-wheelers, 121,374 three-wheelers, and 14,818 four-wheelers were s...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/07

FICCI submits proposal for FAME III scheme to Government of India On December 4, FICCI (Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry) announced that it submitted a proposal to the Ministry of Heavy Industries, Govt of India for the continuation of the FAME scheme for the next 5 years, with a review at the end of 3 years. The period for the current FAME II scheme is till March 2024. It mentioned that sudden withdrawal or discontinuation of...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/05

Zypp Electric, India partners with Lectrix EV for 100 thousand electric scooters On October 3, Lectrix EV partnered with Zypp Electric with an aim to increase Zypp’s electric vehicle fleet by more than 100 thousand by next year. Lectrix will provide customized FAME II approved electric scooters tailored to Zypp’s specific requirements for their last-mile delivery business. Zypp Electric mentioned that they are currently expanding and aims to ...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/10

growing business and commercial agreements with leading OEMs and Tier 1s. IRP has finalized the setup of mass-production capabilities and a robust supply chain through a system of sub-manufacturers and top suppliers in India.  Among the company’s steps are the establishment of a fully compliant FAME2 and PLI mass-production capability, the establishment of a local entity, and the hiring of automotive talent. IRP systems deliver innovative hig...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/27

Revolt Intellicorp, India refunds INR 500.2 million to Government under FAME II scheme On August 25, RattanIndia Enterprises Limited, the parent company of Revolt Intellicorp Private Limited announced that Revolt has paid INR 500.2 million to the Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India against the demand raised for FAME subsidy claimed along with interest. The said issue pertains to the period before RattanIndia Enterprises took over Re...

News  Updated at: 2023/08/28

Aventose Energy, India unveils M125 electric motorcycle On August 18, Aventose Energy revealed its first electric motorcycle M125. M125 will come in 2 variants M125 (125 km target range) and M125 ER (250 km target range) options. The target price of M125 will be INR 125 thousand and M125 ER will be INR 140 thousand with FAME II subsidy. Its variants will come with removable batteries and can also be charged at public charging stations. The motorc...

News  Updated at: 2023/08/21