Tata Motors, one of the leading electric vehicle manufacturers in the country, has announced an ambitious plan to support sthe caling up of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the country under Open Collaboration 2.0.

The EV maker today announced that together with Charge Point Operators (CPOs) it will support scaling up fast public charging network from 18,000 to 30,000 along with 400,000 charging points nationwide by 2027.

Balaje Rajan, Chief Strategy Officer, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, said, “When it comes to the investment in these chargers, what we intend to do is to support the installation of these chargers in a commercial structure. The intent of that investment is to pass on certain benefit to our users directly.”

He added that the automaker was looking to partner with as many CPOs who can meet the stringent standards laid out by the company. “Our focus is on ensuring that these mega chargers serve the need of all EV owners in terms of reliability and speed.”

To put into perspective, between 2019 to 2023, the number of registered electric four-wheelers in India was around 75,000, which was supported by 70,000 total charging points and about 5,500 public charging points.

By 2025, the number has grown to around 240,000 electric passenger vehicles, 200,000 charging points and about 18,000 public charging points.

Tata.ev is leveraging its insights of over 5 billion green kilometers driven nationwide by its EV users to understand where charging infrastructure is precisely needed.

In the first phase, the company has tied up with Tata Power, Charge Zone, Statiq and Zeon, through which around 500 new fast chargers will be installed across key locations in the next 12 months. The fast chargers while being accessible by everyone, will see Tata Motors’ EV customers get priority as well as upto 25 percent preferential tariff.

The company also has announced that it will soon introduce Tata.ev verified chargers that will be rated on the basis of – environment & amenities, accessibility, operability and compatibility score with Tata.ev cars. Each charger will be rated on a five-point scale with 4-star and above to get an ‘.ev Verified’ status to stand out as an attractive EV charging location.

Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility (TPEM), explained that the investments from the OEM is in a sense to provide confidence to CPOs to take a ‘leap of faith’ in expanding the charging infrastructure.

Furthermore, the company also launched a dedicated helpline number for its existing as well as potential new customers to get their queries about EVs and the associated charging infrastructure resolved.

BYD India, a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced the prices for the 2025 model year Seal e-sedan.

The Seal is now available at prices starting INR 4.1 million (ex-showroom India). It features a Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) low voltage battery (LVB), which is six times lighter compared to other conventional low-voltage batteries, 5x better self-discharge consumption and offers a claimed 15-year lifespan.

Power sunshade now comes as standard for added comfort and convenience. The BYD Seal can go from zero to 100 kmph in just 3.8 seconds, it gets Frequency Selective Dampers and the debut of BYD’s Disus-C intelligent damping system. The air-conditioning system has also been upgraded with a larger compressor capacity and an all-new module for air purification.

Indofast Energy, a joint venture between Sun Mobility and Indian Oil Corporation, has partnered Green Tiger Mobility, a retrofitting company for two-wheelers for driving EV adoption.

As per the understanding, Green Tiger Mobility’s ARAI-approved retrofit solution will convert petrol two-wheelers to electric-powered two-wheelers. Furthermore, to tackle the challenge of long-charging time, the retrofitted two-wheelers will adopt Indofast Energy’s battery swapping technology.

The retrofit company shared that it’s solution encompasses RTO approval, insurance and other regulatory requirements along with financial solutions to support customers. At present, the retrofit solution is available for 11 scooter models – Hero MotoCorp’s Maestro & Pleasure, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India’s Activa, Aviator, Dio & Cliq, Suzuki Motorcycle India’s Access & Swish, TVS Motor Co’s Jupiter & Wego and Yamaha Fascino.

The company has introduced the service in Bengaluru and will soon be expanded to Delhi NCR and the rest of the country in the next 12 to 15 months. Furthermore, the initial focus will be on quick commerce delivery executives, which will later be extended to the mass market.

Currently, Green Tiger Mobility claims it has over 500 customers in Bengaluru, and its solution is backed by six approved patents.

Rajat Malhan, Senior Vice-President, Indofast Energy, said, “Imagine your reliable petrol scooter, reborn as a sleek, battery-swappable EV. No new vehicle purchase, just a smart, sustainable upgrade! This partnership is a significant step towards green mobility for a cleaner India, while reducing fuel costs, cutting emissions, and supporting India’s EV adoption goals. We look forward to the change this partnership will bring in the lives of millions of gig workers.”

Ashish Dokania, Founder, Green Tiger Mobility, said, “At Green Tiger, we believe the future of mobility is not just about new electric vehicles but it’s about transforming millions of petrol two-wheelers already on our roads. Our retrofit solution, powered by Indofast’s swappable batteries bridges the gap between sustainability and practicality—giving people an easy way to embrace electric without replacing their trusted rides.”

Ergon Labs, a start-up working on electric vehicle powertrain technologies has inked a strategic partnership with Delhi-NCR-based EV maker Omega Seiki to supply its cutting-edge Integrated Power Converter (IPC), which combines an on-board charger and motor controller into a single unit.

As per the understanding, Omega Seiki has placed an order worth INR 500 million to Ergon Labs for supply of IPC in its L5 electric three-wheelers. The partnership also includes a strategic investment by Uday Narang, Founder and Chairman, Omega Seiki, who will join the Ergon Labs' Advisory Board.

Ergon’s IPC is claimed to offer 30 percent (17 degrees) gradeability, with peak torque operation extended from the industry-standard 1 minute to 3-5 minutes.

Around 50 percent faster charging, which allows the EV to get a range of over 50 km in under an hour using any standard 15A socket. Upto 30 percent lower system cost compared to conventional separate on-board chargers and motor controllers. This leads to significant reduction in wiring harness complexity.

The partners have announced that the first commercial deployment of 2,000 units is planned across India in FY26, starting with the L5 Passenger segment — a rapidly growing market fuelled by aggregators like Rapido, Ola and Uber, and increasing adoption in metro cities and regional centres.

They are also jointly developing a high-performance L5 Cargo electric vehicle capable of handling over 500 kg payload with 30 percent gradeability, targeting diesel vehicle replacement in markets such as Kerala and the North East.

Ashwin Ramanujam, CEO, Ergon Labs, said, “This partnership with Omega Seiki is a pivotal milestone in Ergon’s mission to bring breakthrough innovations in light EV powertrains to market. OSM’s vehicles will see meaningful improvements in gradeability, payload capacity and charging reliability – all enabled by deep component integration at both hardware and software levels. This moment represents the culmination of three years of relentless product development by our engineering team. More importantly, it sets the stage for our next major innovation: one-hour home charging for two-wheelers, launching in 2026.”

Uday Narang, added, “After over three decades of bold investments across global financial markets, I returned to India with a mission to drive environmental and economic impact through engineering-led innovation. Omega Seiki was born out of that vision. My investment in Ergon is a continuation of this commitment. From my first conversation with Ashwin to witnessing their technology’s performance first-hand, it was clear that Ergon brings world-class engineering to India’s EV ecosystem. I’m excited to partner with this exceptional team and bring their breakthrough product to market.”

European auto major Stellantis aims to introduce a new set of electric vehicles developed with its Chinese partner – Leapmotor, in India by end-2025, according to a Reuters report.

The revelation was made by Tianshu Xin, head of China operations for Stellantis and CEO of its joint venture, Leapmotor International on the sidelines of Auto Shanghai 2025. He said, “With the size of the automotive market, India certainly has a lot of potential as well. We're accelerating entering into the Indian market.”

The report further stated that Xin acknowledged the fact that while India was a potentially huge market for Leapmotors, but it would be difficult to make a profit in the country.

At present, Stellantis operates a manufacturing facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, where it produces gearboxes and engines. It has also set up a software and technology centre in Bengaluru to support its domestic and global products. It currently sells the Jeep and Citroen vehicles in India.

On the other hand, Leapmotor has a portfolio of models across mini hatchback, sedan saloon and SUVs.

Following up to media reports, Stellantis India has confirmed the development. 

Shailesh Hazela, CEO & Managing Director, Stellantis India, said, "We’re excited to announce the entry of Leapmotor brand in India, thereby strengthening our commitment to the market. We already have a strong presence in India with our Jeep and Citroën brands, and we deeply understand the strategic importance and immense potential that the Indian market holds. Globally, Leapmotor is redefining electric mobility with a strong focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. We look forward to bringing premium EVs to India's upwardly mobile consumers—vehicles that redefine modern driving with cutting-edge technology, comfort, and sustainability."