PPAP Automotive, India, gears up for 2027 e rickshaw Li-ion mandate, wins business from Mahindra In an investor update, PPAP Automotive Limited announced that a regulatory change making it mandatory for e‑rickshaws to shift from lead‑acid to lithium‑ion batteries from April 2027 is creating strong demand, with customers now approaching the company to develop such battery packs. It added that it has recently gained inroads with Mahindra & Ma...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/23

Mahindra, India launches UDO electric three-wheeler for INR 384 thousand On February 12, Mahindra Last Mile Mobility Limited launched its new L5M electric auto-rickshaw, Mahindra UDO, for INR 384,299. It is built at Mahindra’s Zaheerabad plant, which has a stated capacity of 160,000 units across two shifts and currently operates at about 90,000 units. UDO is backed by an INR 2.18 billion investment in advanced facilities, including an automated...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

ents. The company supplied front fog lamps and auxiliary tail lamps for Tata Motors’ upcoming Sierra, and front daytime running lights, position lamps, and headlamps for the Tata Punch. In the three-wheeler category, Lumax developed the headlamp, tail-lamp, and reflex reflector set for a new e‑rickshaw model from Mahindra Last Mile Mobility, while in two-wheelers it supplied the headlamp for TVS Motor Company’s Apache RTX 300. Based on Lu...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/11

of 500 MWh. The facility integrates advanced robotic automation with precision-led manufacturing processes for quality, safety, and performance. The assembly line manufactures standalone lithium-ion battery packs, stationary Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and automotive battery packs for e-rickshaw applications. It supports a capacity range from 1.2 KWh to 16 KWh for single battery packs with system-level scalability up to 1 MWh for resi...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/02

Bajaj Auto, India enters electric-rickshaw market with Riki On November 26, Bajaj Auto launched its first electric-rickshaw models, the Riki P4005 for passengers and the Riki C4005 for cargo. The Riki P4005, equipped with a 5.4 kWh battery, offers a certified range of 149 km and is priced at INR 190,890. The cargo variant, Riki C4005, provides a 164 km range, a large tray, and 28% gradability for improved cargo transport, priced at INR 200,876. B...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/26

Power Build Batteries, India receives ICAT Approval for E-Rickshaw batteries On October 20, 2025, Power Build Batteries Private Limited (PBBPL), a subsidiary of Time Technoplast Limited, announced that it has received test report approval from the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT), a division of the National Automotive Board, Government of India, for two variants of its e-rickshaw batteries. The ICAT certification is mandatory...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/27

Time Technoplast, India develops high-performance E-rickshaw battery On February 17, Time Technoplast, in an investor presentation, announced that its subsidiary Power Build Batteries Private Limited has developed a low-cost, high-performance E-Rickshaw battery under the brand name of “e-START with SELENIUM”.  With advanced lead-acid technology and enhanced with selenium, these batteries offer superior performance, safety, and efficiency. Th...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/17

Bajaj Auto, India to expand Brazil production, launch new e-Rickshaw and updates about BATL On February 7, during an investor update, Bajaj Auto Limited announced that its exports exceeded 500,000 units in Q3 FY 2025 ending December and to cater to the demand, it now plans to expand production capacity in Brazil to over 50,000 units per year by Q4 FY 2026. In the electric vehicle (EV) space, Bajaj Auto introduced the new Bajaj Gogo brand, consoli...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/07

rollout of the project.  The three-wheeler concept is proposed to be produced in collaboration with TVS, while the development of the four-wheeler is under review, with a focus on its global potential. The electric three-wheeler concept designed by Hyundai Motor, boldly reimagines India’s motor rickshaw, transforming it into a versatile and eco-friendly vehicle that can serve not only as a people mover but also as an efficient logistics carri...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/20

Government of India highlights BS-VII norms, E-Rickshaw safety regulations and ADAS for Trucks in 2025 roadmap On January 7, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) announced initiatives to enhance vehicular safety, pollution control, and transportation infrastructure. Plans include expediting registered vehicle scrapping facilities (RVSFs) and automated testing stations (ATSs), along with standardizing audit and rating protocols for ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/08

nt. The Chhota Bull, designed for cargo, boasts a payload capacity of 400 kg, a 5.04 kWh battery, hydraulic brakes, and IoT-enabled fleet management. Both vehicles have a max speed of 25 km/h, a range of 80–100 km, and a 4-hour charge time. Greenway Mobility plans to launch a high-speed passenger rickshaw, Rydan, by Q4 FY 2024. The Rydan will feature an 18% gradeability and a max speed of 50 km/h. The company utilizes L5-grade components in its...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/24

Kinetic Green, India secures INR 4 billion contract under Maharashtra’s pink electric-three-wheelers program On October 16, Kinetic Green announced that it secured an INR 4 billion contract for Maharashtra's Pink E-Rickshaw Program. Kinetic Green will supply 10,000 pink electric three-wheelers to women drivers across 8 cities, including Pune (4,000 units), Nagpur (2,000 units), and Nashik (1,000 units). Each e-rickshaw, priced at INR 373 thous...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/17

in Hisar, Haryana. The company aims to sell over 40,000 scooters in 2025. The new facility will be equipped with the latest technology and automation systems, enhancing production capacity, streamlining operations, and enabling faster delivery times. In 2023, Mantra E-Bikes acquired Richlook, an e-rickshaw company, and expanded its product lineup to include high-speed electric bikes and scooters. The company has also expanded its dealership netw...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/08

Neuron Energy, India partners with Pointo for leasing lithium-ion batteries for electric three-wheelers On September 17, Neuron Energy announced a partnership with Pointo, a provider of the Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model. It will focus on leasing lithium-ion batteries to commercial E-rickshaws in India and starting in August 2024 and continuing through the following year. Neuron Energy has committed to deliver up to 12,000 high-capacity 5.1KW ...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/18

Godawari Electric Motors, India launches Eblu Cety electric three-wheeler On September 9, Godawari Electric Motors unveiled the Eblu Cety electric rickshaw on World EV Day for INR 200 thousand. It comes with a Li-Ion battery with a voltage of 51.2V and a capacity of 100 Ah, ensuring a peak power of 1.6 kW and peak torque of 20 nm. It can reach a max speed of up to 25 kmph and offers a driving range of 95 km per charge. It comes with a home charge...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/09

Sazgar Engineering Works, Pakistan to launch eco-friendly vehicles On May 21, Sazgar Engineering Works announced that during the quarter ending March 2024, it received the grant of the first registration license in Punjab for an electric auto-rickshaw (EV). During the same period, it also introduced new imported CBU models, i.e., "ORA EV" and "Tank 500 HEV," and the locally manufactured new CKD model of HAVAL JOLION HEV. Sazgar now plans to focus...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/24

rket momentum. States going into elections also injected optimism into the market, leading to an increase in government spending and improved liquidity. The 3W segment continued the uptick in demand during the festive season, largely driven by competitive finance options and a significant rise in e-Rickshaw interest, signalling a healthy move towards electrification.  The CV segment experienced robust bookings and a positive uptake in retail sal...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/06

ement Honda e: swap technology in over 10,000 vehicles in the passenger and cargo segments. Also, its upcoming EV Three Wheeler (Cargo and Passenger) will be equipped with HEID’s intelligent swappable batteries utilizing advanced lithium-ion technology.The Honda e: swap service, HEID enables auto rickshaw drivers to conveniently swap discharged batteries (Honda Mobile Power Pack e:) with fully charged ones at strategically located battery stati...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/23

Mahindra, India launches e-Alfa Super 3-wheeler electric rickshaw for INR 161 thousand On August 9, Mahindra Last Mile Mobility (LMM), a division of M&M, launched its new 3-wheeler electric rickshaw, e-Alfa Super, priced at INR 161,000 (ex-showroom). The new e-Alfa Super comes with an electric motor that generates an output of 1.64 kW and a torque of 22 Nm. The vehicle is equipped with a 140 Ah lead acid battery which offers a 95+ kilometer range...

News  Updated at: 2023/08/09

due to reasons like a rise in inflation, increased cost of ownership rural market yet to pick up fully, and increased EV sales, the ICE 2W segment is yet to see any green shoots. The 3W segment has recovered well and narrowed its gap when compared to CY 2019. Within the segment, it is the electric rickshaw sub-segment that is showing triple-digit growth thus pushing the EV market share above the 50% mark. The PV segment has continued to show con...

News  Updated at: 2023/01/06