Toyota Motor Corporation is establishing its first research and development (R&D) center in India through its local unit, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, according to a report by Bloomberg. The facility will commence operations with approximately 200 personnel in Bengaluru, near the existing factory in Bidadi, and is expected to expand to around 1,000 engineers by 2027. […]
Skoda Auto plans to manufacture electric vehicles (EVs) in India and is considering independent investment if it does not secure a local partner, according to a report by Reuters. The announcement comes as its parent company, Volkswagen Group, faces a USD 1.4 billion tax dispute over import classifications. Skoda Auto Volkswagen India is engaged in […]
Altmin Private Limited has announced plans to establish a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cathode manufacturing facility in Divitipally, Telangana. The project involves an initial investment of approximately USD 90 million and is expected to have a production capacity of 8 GWh, with a planned expansion to 100,000 metric tons per annum by 2030. The 20-acre […]
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has halted plans to manufacture electric vehicles (EVs) at parent company Tata Motors’ upcoming USD 1 billion facility in Tamil Nadu, citing challenges in sourcing local EV components at the right price and quality, according to sources familiar with the matter, according to a report by Reuters. The decision also reflects […]
Montra Electric has inaugurated a new manufacturing facility for electric small commercial vehicles (e-SCVs) in Ponneri, Chennai. Operated by its e-SCV division, Tivolt Electric Vehicles Private Limited, the plant has an annual production capacity of 50,000 vehicles. The facility spans approximately 500,000 square feet and is located near the Kolkata highway, 35 kilometers from Chennai. […]
Electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ultraviolette plans to invest up to USD 100 million over the next three to four years to expand its product portfolio, manufacturing capacity, and sales network. The company aims to achieve annual sales of 100,000 units within this period and expand its presence in India, Europe, and Southeast Asia. The company has […]
Lohum Cleantech has announced the establishment of India’s first battery-grade lithium refinery with an annual production capacity of 1,000 metric tonnes. The company currently refines over 90% of India’s lithium and is expanding operations to strengthen domestic supply chains. Lohum is also developing production capabilities for Cathode Active Materials (CAM), which are used in lithium-ion […]
Lucas TVS is expanding its electric vehicle (EV) battery pack production and plans to enter the energy storage sector. The company, through its subsidiary TVS Indeon Ltd, operates a battery pack manufacturing facility in Thervoy Kandigai, Gummidipoondi, near Chennai, which began production in 2024. The facility currently has a capacity of 1,500 battery packs per […]
Jupiter Electric Mobility (JEM), a subsidiary of Jupiter Wagons Limited, has inaugurated a new electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing facility in Pithampur, Indore. The plant, spanning 2.5 acres, has an initial production capacity of 8,000 to 10,000 electric light commercial vehicles (e-LCVs) annually, with plans for phased expansion. The facility includes an in-house skateboard platform to […]
JBM Auto has incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary, JBM EV Ventures Private Limited, to provide electric vehicle (EV) battery services on a subscription basis. The subsidiary will focus on research, development, manufacturing, and sale of battery technologies and related products. JBM Auto has subscribed to 50,000 equity shares of JBM EV Ventures, each with a […]
