Chennai-based electric vehicle start-up Raptee.HV has announced that it has received ARAI certification for the T30 electric motorcycle. Its maiden product is also claimed to be India’s first electric two-wheeler with high voltage technology found in electric cars.

The T30 e-motorcycle is compatible with CCS2 DC fast-charging standards, which means the EV can be charged easily at any of the public fast-charging stations currently used by the electric passenger vehicle segment.

It was in September 2023, the EV start-up raised USD 3 million from investors VC fund Bluehill Capital, which also saw participation from Eugene Mayne, Founder and CEO of Tristar Global (UAE), Lakshmi Narayanan, Former CEO of Cognizant, Ramesh Kannan, Managing Director, Kaynes Technology, Chandu Nair, Director, Shankara Building Products and other HNIs from India and the UAE. Furthermore, the company is in talks with investors to raise USD 19 million that will help meet its working capital requirements and expansion plans.

Launched in October 2024, the T30 has already garnered over 8,000 registrations, which Raptee.HV claims will meet its first-year sales target of USD 25 million. Priced at INR 239,000, the T30 comes with a standard warrant of eight years on the battery and is said to perform equivalently to a 300cc ICE motorcycle.

Dinesh Arjun, CEO & Co-Founder, Raptee.HV, said, “We are setting a precedent here, and we believe the entire motorcycle ecosystem will inevitably transition to high voltage, much like the electric car industry due to its innate advantages. Certification of an entirely new architecture means, developing not just the subcomponents but also the performance, safety and validation standards, co-creating the supplier ecosystem and then actively working with the regulatory body to get the new standards through. While it has taken us around 6 years to build the HV architecture for our first motorcycle, our platforms are now in place to support the launch of a new motorcycle every 12 months hereon.” 

Jayapradeep Vasudevan, CBO, Raptee.HV, added, “This certification from ARAI is the true validation for all that our team had been working on for the last 6  years. This is a phenomenal milestone for any auto OEM and more so for Raptee.HV where we have built an incredibly new high voltage technology for the electric two wheelers. Our HV technology not only helps us to deliver a superior riding experience to our customers but also additionally helps to break some of the significant EV industry barriers like reliability and charging anxiety. Since we are entering the mid-size segment with T30, a product which has a globally proven superior high voltage technology, we have also designed our ownership experience initiatives in line with our product benchmark to meet our customers’ high expectations. We would be starting the deliveries in Chennai and Bengaluru and further expand to other markets in a phased manner. While our focus market is going to be India, T30 has a natural global market fit due to its compatibility with the DC fast chargers across the globe and its price competitiveness. We are super excited and eagerly awaiting to see our customers experiencing a new way of motorcycling in the days to come.” 

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Bengaluru-based electric two-wheeler major Ather Energy has crossed the milestone of having over 400 Ather Grid fast charging points across Maharashtra.

With 64 Experience Centres and 42 Service Centres in Maharashtra, Ather Energy has cemented its position in over 37 cities in the state. Furthermore, to provide its customers access to fast charging, it’s Ather Grid network now extends to 35 cities across Maharashtra including Mumbai, Nashik, Pune and Nagpur. It has also strategically placed the fast chargers to connect significant routes such as Mumbai - Pune, Pune - Satara, Satara - Kolhapur, Sangali - Kolhapur and Pune - Panshet.

What’s interesting to note is that customers also have access to 220 fast charging points built on the LECCS (Light Electric Combined Charging System) standard, which has been developed by Ather and opened for industry-wide adoption.

LECCS allows different brands of light electric vehicles to use the same network. Ather Grid chargers are also visible on Google Maps, making it easy for any customer with a LECCS connector on their scooter to locate, navigate and charge, further enhancing the everyday ownership experience.

Ravneet Singh Phokela, Chief Business Officer, Ather Energy, said, “Maharashtra has been a strong market for us, and we’ve seen EV adoption here grow steadily over the years. As more people switch to electric, what really builds confidence is knowing that charging won’t be a challenge. However, for many potential buyers, charging continues to be one of the perceived barriers, and that’s something we’ve always worked towards solving. From the beginning, we’ve focused on building infrastructure that keeps pace with growing demand. Crossing 400 fast chargers in the state is a reflection of that effort. It’s about giving riders the assurance that they’ll always find a charger when they need one. As we expand our retail presence, the charging network will continue to grow in tandem to make EV ownership truly seamless.”

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eBikeGo, an Acer Official Licensee and one of India’s electric mobility leader, has opened its first Acer Electric Vehicles retail outlet in New Delhi’s Okhla Industrial Area (Phase 2). This marks the beginning of a nationwide expansion, with 15 flagship stores planned to showcase Acer-branded e-vehicles.

The store offers a premium range of e-bicycles, e-scooters and e-bikes, blending global design with rugged Indian road adaptability. Targeting urban commuters and eco-friendly riders, the lineup includes e-cycles starting at an introductory price of INR 35,999, with e-scooters and e-bikes arriving soon.

Hari Kiran, Co-Founder & COO, eBikeGo, said, “We at eBikeGo are elated to announce our significant expansion in 15 cities across PAN-India, which has been made possible within only a few months, based on our strategic approach of setting up Acer Electric Vehicles retail outlets across various states. This rapid expansion underscores our commitment to eco-friendly transportation while positioning eBikeGo as a pivotal player in the Indian EV market and promoting a green and sustainable future for all Indians. It also enables us to put the spotlight on eBikeGo’s brand new e-2Ws products’ lineup, including our e-cycles, e-scooters and e-bikes.

“The overwhelming response we have received for eBikeGo’s store expansion and the feedback we have received for Acer brand serves as a testament to the strong brand appeal and speaks volumes about our credibility. With our wide portfolio of reliable EVs tuned to the Indian roads and consumer requirements yet boasting world-class standards, we shall continue to expand and grow our retail store network furthermore across the nation.”

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BYD, a global leader in new energy vehicles (NEVs), celebrated the production of its 13-millionth NEV on 21 July 2025 at the company's Xiaomo Production Base in Shenzhen-Shanwei. The milestone vehicle, a YANGWANG U7, underscores BYD’s industry dominance.

The company maintained strong growth in the first half of 2025, with domestic sales surpassing 2.113 million units (up 31.5 percent year-on-year) and overseas deliveries reaching 472,000 units (a 128.5 percent surge). This performance solidified BYD’s position as the world’s top-selling NEV automaker and the first to achieve 13 million NEV productions.

The achievement reflects global consumer trust in BYD’s technology and quality. The success of its premium YANGWANG brand highlights Chinese automakers’ rising influence in the high-end EV market, showcasing China’s competitive edge in the new energy era.

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Bike Bazaar, a non-banking finance company focussing on new and used two-wheelers, has announced that it has inked a strategic partnership with E-Sprinto, an electric two-wheeler company.

Under the strategic partnership, Bike Bazaar aims to deploy 10,000 electric scooters from E-Sprinto for last-mile delivery segment in India.

Atul Gupta, Director, E-Sprinto, said, “This collaboration with Bike Bazaar is a strategic leap towards transforming last-mile delivery in India. At E-Sprinto, we are committed to building not just electric vehicles, but ecosystems that empower riders with dependable technology, minimal downtime, and sustainable performance. Our scooters are engineered to serve the real needs of India’s delivery economy – high mileage, robust build quality and low maintenance. Bike Bazaar shares our vision of creating value beyond just mobility—this event proves their commitment to rider safety and long-term engagement. We are proud to be partnering with a company that prioritizes its customers so holistically.”

Satbir Singh, Business Head – EV & New Business Initiatives, Bike Bazaar, said, “At Bike Bazaar, our riders are not just customers – they are the heart of everything we do. Today’s event is not only a celebration of their continued trust but a reaffirmation of our responsibility toward their safety and livelihood. We believe safety is not an optional feature—it’s a fundamental culture that must be embedded in every touchpoint. Our partnership with E-Sprinto is a step in this direction—together, we aim to deliver smarter, safer, and more reliable EV solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the gig economy. This is more than a fleet expansion—it’s a shared mission to lead the charge in responsible electric mobility.”

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