Vayve Mobility has launched Eva, India’s inaugural solar electric vehicle, at an entry price of INR 325,000 (ex-showroom). The landmark debut at Bharat Mobility Expo 2025 underscores the company’s commitment to sustainable, forward-thinking mobility solutions. 

Eva is available in three battery variants: 9 kWh, 12 kWh and 18 kWh with prices ranging from INR 325,000 to INR 599,000 (ex-showroom). Consumers can choose their preferred variant with flexible battery subscription options. Pre-bookings have opened for a nominal INR 5,000 with deliveries expected in the latter half of 2026. Early adopters—limited to the first 25,000 customers—will enjoy exclusive benefits including an extended battery warranty and three years of complimentary vehicle connectivity.

Tailored for India’s bustling metropolises, Eva is a premium two-seater slim city car, introducing a new category in urban mobility. Designed to address traffic congestion and parking woes, it offers practicality and sustainability without sacrificing style or performance. Equipped with premium features such as liquid battery cooling, a panoramic glass sunroof, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a laptop charger, speed-sensing door locks and a chill box, Eva ensures a superior driving experience.

With a real-world range of 250 km per charge, it delivers unmatched convenience for daily city commutes.

“Eva isn’t just a car; it’s a symbol of our vision for sustainable mobility,” said Nilesh Bajaj, CEO of Vayve Mobility. “It reflects India’s commitment to innovation and energy independence while addressing critical issues like climate change and urban pollution. Eva represents the future of transportation for a new generation of eco-conscious consumers," he added. 

Chief Technology Officer Saurabh Mehta highlighted the synergy between solar panels and the electric motor, stating, “Years of research have enabled us to integrate cutting-edge hardware with intelligent software, delivering extended range without compromising performance.”

Eva’s standout features include an industry-best turning radius, a top speed of 70 kmph and quick acceleration from 0 to 40 kmph in just five seconds. It also offers significant cost advantages with a running cost of INR 0.50 per kilometre. Additionally, the optional solar roof can deliver up to 3,000 km of free solar charging annually, covering up to 30 percent of a typical city commuter’s driving needs.

This groundbreaking solar electric car demonstrates Vayve Mobility’s bold vision for the automotive industry, blending cutting-edge electric drivetrains with innovative solar integration. Eva aims to set a new benchmark for sustainable and intelligent mobility, paving the way for transformative change in transportation.

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Maruti Suzuki India has been awarded a 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating for its e Vitara, marking a moment for the company's electric vehicle strategy.

The e Vitara is built on Suzuki’s Heartect-e platform designed for electric vehicles to deliver strength, structural rigidity and advanced high voltage protection. The ‘Made-in-India, Made-for-the-World’ e Vitara is designed and tested for temperature conditions across the world, ensuring performance from as high as 60deg Celsius to as low as -30deg Celsius. The model is offered with 49 kWh and 61 kWh battery options.

Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India, said, “Congratulations to Maruti Suzuki for achieving 5-star Bharat NCAP in both adult and child occupant protection for their e Vitara. I am especially glad that Maruti Suzuki has shown real leadership in providing 7 airbags as a standard across all variants of the e Vitara.”

Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India, said, “The 5-star Bharat NCAP rating for e Vitara, our first Battery Electric Vehicle, is a moment of immense pride for all of us at Maruti Suzuki. Using the Bharat NCAP 5-star rating, we will export the e Vitara to more than 100 countries of the world. Bharat NCAP’s globally benchmarked stringent vehicle test protocols have been a catalyst in empowering customers to make informed decisions. I thank the Minister Gadkari, the officials in his Ministry and test agencies for their rigorous efforts and commitment in shaping India’s journey towards safe mobility.”

The e VITARA’s body structure uses more than 60 percent ultra-high tensile and high-tensile strength steel. Its battery protection system incorporates a structural design with an energy-absorbing battery pack mounting structure.

Key safety features include 7 standard airbags (including the Driver's knee airbag), Level 2 ADAS (Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control), Hill Hold Control, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and a 360-degree Surround View Camera.

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Mahindra has marked a major milestone in its nationwide electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure expansion with the inauguration of its first dealership-based ultrafast charger – a 180 kW Charge_IN station.

This is the first of many such installations planned across Mahindra dealerships, forming a key pillar of the company’s commitment to building India’s ultrafast charging network.

This initiative scales up Mahindra’s Charge_IN ecosystem, complementing the 250 highway fast-charging stations already announced. The new 180 kW ultrafast chargers will enable EV users to charge quickly and conveniently at strategically located dealerships across the country, with 24x7 on-ground support.

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Hyundai Motor India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has reported wholesales of 66,840 units in November 2025, up 9.1 percent YoY as against 61,252 units last year.

This includes domestic sales of 50,340 units, up 4 percent YoY and exports of 16,500 units, up 27 percent YoY.

Tarun Garg, Whole-time Director & Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor India, said, “Supported by GST 2.0 reforms, we continue to carry forward sales momentum with a year-on-year growth in our monthly domestic sales in November 2025. Further, our commitment to bolstering India’s role as a global manufacturing hub is further solidified with 26.9% year-on-year growth in monthly exports.”

He further added that the all-new Hyundai Venue SUV, the company's first software-defined vehicle in India, has received more than 32,000 bookings within a month of its launch. The new Venue features ccNC infotainment powered by Nvidia.

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced its wholesales for November 2025, reporting total sales of 33,752 units, up 28 percent YoY.

This includes 30,085 units sold in the domestic market and 3,667 units exported.

Varinder Wadhwa, Vice-President, Sales–Service–Used Car Business, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “Following a positive festive season supported by the government’s progressive GST reforms, we continue to witness a strong momentum, with a growth of 19 percent. The recent introduction of the Urban Cruiser Hyryder Aero Edition and Fortuner Leader Edition has also continued to help us reinforce this growth trajectory, receiving recognition across the country. The innovative initiatives such as the Drum Tao and the launch of the toyota experiential museum (tem) in Bangalore, have been highly appreciated, further strengthening customer engagement and brand connect.”

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