JSW MG Motor India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers in the country, has further upped its game to grab a bigger piece of the lucrative Indian market. The company has today launched the Windsor EV at an introductory price of INR 999,000 plus an INR 3.5 per km for the battery under the industry first Battery as a Service Model (BaaS), while usage of the EV charging facility under MG eHUB initiative is absolutely free.

The 4.3-metre Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) is being positioned as a vehicle offering the comfort of a sedan and the elegance of an SUV. For the unversed, the Windsor EV is already sold in the global markets as the MG Cloud EV.

In terms of tech specs, the Windsor features a IP67 certified PMS Motor; a 38 kWh li-ion battery pack and 4 driving modes (Eco+, Eco, Normal and Sport) that delivers 100KW (136ps) power and 200Nm of instant torque. The Windsor EV has a claimed range of 331km and can be charged in 40 minutes at any DC fast charger.

On the inside, it gets spacious aero lounge seats that can be reclined to 135degrees, coupled with the infinity view glass roof (segment first). It also features a massive 15.6-inch Grandview Touch Display in the central console.

What’s more to further disrupt the segment and expand the share of electric vehicles in its overall sales, the Windsor EV will be available with several industry-first features. It was just last month that JSW MG Motor India announced the initiative partnering with leading EV Charging players and operators under the unified platform, which is claimed to consist of 80 percent of all the public charging stations across the country. 

The BaaS model the company says is part of its efforts to bridge the gap between the cost of an IC-vehicle and that of an EV. Furthermore, through the 3-60 assured buyback plan for the Windsor EV, JSW MG Motor India also will offer 60 percent value of the vehicle after 3 years/45,000km.

At present, JSW MG Motor India sells five models in India – Hector SUV, ZS EV, Astor C-SUV and the Comet EV. What’s more the company already sees 35 percent of its retail sales coming from the electric vehicles offerings, and with the Windsor it expects that it could easily help surpass the 50 percent threshold. 

For consumers wanting to buy the EV outright, the company will be announcing the pricing in the coming two weeks. 

Parth Jindal, Director, JSW MG Motor India, said, “The Windsor is the first car that has come out of the JV and the team has worked very hard in developing and bringing it to the Indian market. This vehicle embodies our commitment to delivering to our Indian customers the best of innovation the world has to offer. As a crossover utility vehicle, the Windsor merges the comfort of a sedan with the expanse of an SUV, making it an ideal car for the Indian household. With its advanced features." 

Rajeev Chaba, CEO Emeritus, JSW MG Motor India said, "With its delightful features and easy to drive dynamics, MG Windsor will certainly invite newer sets of customers to try EVs. Enabling this, we have created a clear channel for smart and unique ownership through the BaaS program, complemented with additional benefits. With these initiatives, we are addressing the barrier of incremental upfront cost of owning an EV and supporting easy and hassle-free ownership through the user-friendly eHUB by MG app that brings the EV ecosystem to the fingertips of customers.”

The Windsor CUV will be available in three variants: Excite, Exclusive, and Essence; and four colours: Starburst Black, Pearl White, Clay Beige, and Turquoise Green.

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Nissan Motor India (NMIPL), one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has introduced a government-approved CNG retrofitment kit for the Nissan Gravite. The kit features a twin-cylinder setup that allows the vehicle to maintain its functionality as a seven-seater. Developed and quality-assured by Motozen, the kit is available at an introductory price of INR 82,999.

The Gravite CNG uses two 25-litre cylinders designed to preserve third-row space and modularity. It features a sequential BS6.2 compliant kit and dynamic advancer technology optimised for the Gravite. The ICAT-approved system includes cylinders with an 8.1 mm thickness for increased durability. The design includes a fuel filling point located under the fuel lid and component brackets with a factory-finish integration. The CNG kit components are covered by a three-year or 100,000 km third-party warranty.

Thierry Sabbagh, Divisional Vice-President and President, Middle East, KSA, CIS and India – Nissan and Infiniti, said, “India continues to be a strategic market for Nissan, and our focus is on bringing products and mobility solutions that are relevant, accessible and future-ready, aligned with the evolving needs of the customers. The introduction of the CNG option for the All-New Nissan Gravite is a significant step in that direction”.

Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, added, After an extremely positive reception from the customers for the Magnite CNG, we are delighted to now launch the first twin-cylinder solution in the segment for The all-new Nissan Gravite. It has been designed for customers who need the practicality, flexibility and comfort of a 7-seater MPV for everyday family use. With the introduction of the government-approved CNG retrofitment kit, we are making that proposition even stronger by offering a solution that is not only economical to run but also designed to retain its full 7-seater flexibility, modularity & capability through a smart twin-cylinder setup, ensuring no compromise on space or everyday usability.”

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Bengaluru-based electric vehicle maker Ather Energy has announced its strongest-ever performance in FY2026, characterised by record sales volumes and significant improvements in financial margins.

In FY2026, the company sold 262,942 electric two-wheelers, marking a 69 percent YoY growth. This translated to a revenue of INR 38.23 billion, up 66 percent YoY, EBITDA losses reduced to INR 2.57 billion from INR 5.31 billion a year ago, net loss dropped to INR 5.17 billion, as compared to INR 8.12 billion in FY2025.

In Q4, the company witnessed 76 percent YoY growth with sales of 83,418 electric two-wheelers, which translated to a 18.6 percent market share.

The company said its non-vehicle revenue – income from software, charging and services – rose to 13 percent of total income. In Q4, 93 percent of customers opted for the AtherStack Pro software package.

In FY2206, Ather Energy doubled its retail network to 700 Experience Centres (ECs), up from 351 at the end of FY2025. The service network strength reached around 548 centres, nearly twice the footprint of the previous year.

Furthermore, Ather Energy customers now have access to over 6,000 charging points powered by LECCS, forming the largest fast-charging network for two-wheelers in India.

Tarun Mehta, Co-Founder & CEO, Ather Energy, said, “FY2026 has been a fantastic year for us across volumes, market share, and financial performance. We focused on building demand through strong product-led growth and scaling it through distribution. Rizta helped us unlock a much larger addressable market, and with that, we expanded our retail network. That demand translated into strong volume growth and better unit economics. With our new scooter platform, EL, we have the opportunity to replicate the same growth levers at potentially a larger scale, going after the biggest total addressable market in the Indian E2W segment. Coupled with that, our investments in Factory 3.0 at AURIC will give us the scale and efficiency to serve that demand and set us up for the next phase of growth.”

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Bengaluru-based electric vehicle company Oben Electric has launched the Rorr EVO motorcycle at a price of INR 99,999 for the first 10,000 customers and INR 124,999 post the introductory price.

The e-motorcycle, the company said features SmartIQ, an AI ride mode that monitors riding patterns to increase range by 15 percent. It can accelerate to 40 kmph in 3 seconds and has a top speed of 110 kmph.

The Oben Rorr EVO has a claimed range of 180 km and charges to 80 percent in 90 minutes. It features a 9 kW motor and a 3.4 kWh LFP battery, which comes an eight-year warranty.

The e-motorcycle has a 680mm seat and 10 litres of storage space. Safety features consist of a fall alert system and emergency assistance. A 5-inch display provides navigation and data, while the Oben app offers diagnostics and theft protection.

Madhumita Agrawal, Founder and CEO, Oben Electric, said, “Electric motorcycling in India is entering a new phase, where riders are no longer evaluating electric vehicles as alternatives, but as motorcycles in their own right. Rorr EVO is built on that belief. It is a no-compromise product designed to prove that electric can match and exceed the full spectrum of real-world riding, not selectively, but completely. Rorr EVO is built to make that shift tangible on the road.”

Bookings for the motorcycle are open for INR 777. Test rides and deliveries are scheduled to begin in June 2026 through 150 showrooms.

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Ohme has announced a new integration with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG, promising easier, smarter and more affordable home charging for electric vehicle drivers across six Volkswagen Group brands. The collaboration extends Ohme’s existing partnership with the Group in UK and Ireland, now offering a dedicated official application programming interface for all Ohme users.

This development allows EV owners to pair their vehicles directly with Ohme home chargers and access near real time readings of the car’s state of charge. Eligible models include those from Volkswagen, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Škoda, SEAT, CUPRA and Audi, ensuring broad coverage across the Group’s portfolio.

Already, more than 100,000 Volkswagen Group customers throughout Europe rely on Ohme to manage home charging. With the new system, these drivers will see their vehicle’s battery status displayed directly in the Ohme app, removing guesswork from the charging process and providing enhanced clarity regarding energy consumption and associated costs.

Lasse Schmidt van Hülst, Lead Sales & Key Account Management, Volkswagen Group Info Services, said, “We’re excited that Ohme is applying Volkswagen Group Charging Data to enhance its charging services. As home electricity tariffs across Europe become smarter and more dynamic, Ohme’s expertise and software means this new integration with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG comes at the perfect time for EV drivers.”

Peter McDonald from Ohme said, “We’re genuinely proud to be extending our partnership with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG in this way. Having direct access to the vehicle state of charge data means our customers get a truly hassle-free charging experience – the app does the hard work, automatically finding the cheapest times to charge. It’s a real statement of where Ohme is heading and underlines its commitment to giving EV drivers the best possible experience.”

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