With Tesla facing some difficulty due to the geopolitical situation concerned US and its owner, Elon Musk as the man close to US President Donald Trump, it is China’s BYD that has announced lowering of prices of its electric performance passenger vehicles. According to a report in Yahoo News, buyers of BYD electric vehicles will have to spend no more than US$ 10,000 to acquire one for themselves. Not only undercutting domestic competitors BYD seems to be gearing up to undercut its global competitors like Tesla as well. 
Besides announcing that its EVs will start at US$13,688 and feature ‘God’s Eye’ advanced driver assistance system as standard, BYD has also announced a revolutionary charging technology that works nearly as fast as a fill up. The ultra-fast EV charging system includes flash-chargers that can provide a full charge for its latest EVs within five to eight minutes. The time taken is similar to the amount of time needed to fill a fuel tank of an ICE vehicle.
Planning to build more than 4,000 new charging stations across China, the electric vehicle maker has been refining its battery and energy storage technology over time. Expanding its auto empire outside China, the company is known to claim that its one-megawatt flash chargers will provide power for up to 400 km in five minutes.
BYD founder Wang Chuanfu is known to have said in a recent statement that ultra-high voltage and a large current are required to maximise charging speeds. To completely solve users' anxiety over charging, our pursuit is to make the charging time for EVs as short as the refueling time for fuel vehicles, he elaborated. 
Its flash-charging system relies on silicon carbide power chips with voltage levels of up to 1,500-volt. Developed in house, the system works to ultra-fast charge the Blade lithium-ion phosphate batteries found in BYD vehicles. The Blade battery technology of the Chinese company is considered to the world's safest and most efficient. Even Tesla is said to have taken to use blade batteries in some of its EVs, acknowledging its benefits over other battery technologies, sources in the EV industry claim. 
BYD reported a sale of over 4.3 million new energy vehicles last year, up 41 percent when compared to the sale of 1.8 million battery electric vehicles and 2.5 million plug-in hybrids in the corresponding period the year prior. 
In India, BYD unveiled the Sealion range of performance electric cars in January 2025 at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. It has been steadily expanding its reach in the country’s growing EV market, which is dominated in the passenger vehicle space by players like Tata Motors, JSW MG Motors and Hyundai Motor India among a few others. 
 

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VinFast has officially entered India's burgeoning electric vehicle market with the launch of its two made-in-India premium SUVs, the VF 6 and VF 7, starting at INR 1,649,000 and INR 2,089,000 (ex-showroom), respectively. This strategic introduction represents a significant step in the company's global expansion and underscores its commitment to supporting India's transition towards sustainable mobility. The new models are engineered to meet the specific demands of Indian consumers, combining advanced technology, safety and performance to redefine the premium EV ownership experience.

Designed with Indian families in mind, the VF 6 is a compact SUV that blends a sophisticated design with practical functionality. It is offered in three variants – Earth, Wind and Wind Infinity – each providing a distinct set of features. The model boasts an ARAI-certified range of up to 468 kilometres and supports rapid charging, capable of going from 10 percent to 70 percent battery in approximately 25 minutes. Its spacious interior, generous wheelbase and high ground clearance are tailored for comfort and practicality. Standard and upgraded features across the trims include a large infotainment screen, vegan leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and a comprehensive suite of safety technologies including seven airbags.

The larger VF 7 SUV presents a bold design and is available in five variants, including Earth, Wind, Sky, Wind Infinity and Sky Infinity, with both front-wheel and all-wheel-drive configurations. It offers a choice of two battery packs, with the top-tier model delivering an impressive range of up to 532 kilometres. Performance is a key highlight, with the dual-motor Sky variant accelerating from 0 to 100 kmph in just 5.8 seconds. The VF 7 is equipped with a host of premium amenities as standard, such as a coloured head-up display, panoramic glass roof on Infinity trims, a powerful audio system and sophisticated cabin technology.

To ensure a seamless ownership experience, VinFast is establishing a robust national infrastructure. This includes a planned network of dealer touchpoints and service workshops across 27 cities. The company has also forged key strategic partnerships to provide tailored financing options, a nationwide charging infrastructure and comprehensive after-sales support. A cornerstone of its local commitment is a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, where the vehicles will be assembled for the domestic market and future export. Leveraging its international experience from operations across North America, Europe and Asia, VinFast is positioned to become a major contributor to India's electric future.

Pham Sanh Chau, CEO of VinFast Asia, said, “Today marks a historic milestone – the launch of cars that are not just made in India, but made by Indians, for Indians. We are introducing a complete electric mobility ecosystem thoughtfully designed for Indian families. The VF 6 and VF 7 embody the perfect harmony of practical design, premium quality and cutting-edge technology that Indian consumers aspire to. Backed by our state-of-the-art Thoothukudi facility and strong ecosystem partnerships, we are committed to supporting India’s vision of becoming a global leader in electric mobility.”

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VE Commercial Vehicles Limited (VECV), a joint venture between the Volvo Group and Eicher Motors, has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jio‑bp pulse to expand and streamline charging access for its electric commercial vehicle customers.

As part of the understanding, all Eicher Trucks and Buses’ EV customers will now get seamless access to Jio‑bp’s network of over 6,000 charging points across India.

Jio-bp, the fuel retail joint venture of Reliance Industries and bp, operates under the brand name of Jio-bp pulse in the electric mobility space, which has established itself as one of the largest and fastest growing EV charging networks in India.

The aim of the partnership is to accelerate the adoption of electric commercial vehicles and provide peace-of-mind to customers for charging network anxiety. Under the agreement, VECV has integrated public charging network discoverability directly on the My Eicher fleet management app, which provides CV customers seamless discovery on EV chargers around them.

Vinod Aggarwal, Managing Director and CEO, VECV, said, “The MoU with Jio‑bp pulse represents a major milestone in our journey to electrify trucking in India. By integrating Jio-bp pulse’s extensive charging network into our My Eicher app, we are resolving a critical barrier to electric fleet adoption by facilitating seamless access to high‑power chargers wherever our vehicles operate. The collaboration between VECV and Jio-bp pulse will accelerate the transition to zero‑emission logistics, ensuring our customers can confidently embrace electric mobility at scale.”

Sarthak Behuria, Chairman, Jio-bp, said, “Collaboration between Jio-bp and VECV represents a significant step forward in our vision to transform India’s mobility landscape. Electric mobility is a cornerstone of this transformation, and this partnership plays a pivotal role in electrifying the critical trucking sector and driving EV adoption among fleet operators. Every such alliance brings us closer to realizing the Government’s ambitious goal of widespread electric vehicle adoption across the country.”

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Hyundai Motor India (HMIL) is expanding its Creta Electric lineup with three new variants: the Creta Electric Excellence, the Creta Electric Executive Tech and the Creta Electric Executive (O).

This expansion aims to make electric vehicles more accessible to a wider audience by offering more choices and features. The new variants also address a key concern for EV owners by significantly increasing the driving range.

The Creta Electric will now be available with two battery pack options:

• A 42 kWh battery with a claimed driving range of 420 km.
• A 51.4 kWh battery with a claimed driving range of 510 km.

In addition, the Creta Electric is now equipped with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto via a wired-to-wireless adapter. Additionally, higher-end trims will offer a dashcam and rear wireless charging.

The new variants also introduce specific features:

• The Excellence trim (42 kWh) comes with advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), a surround-view monitor, an electric driver and passenger seat and ventilated front seats.
• The Executive Tech trim (42 kWh) adds a voice-enabled panoramic sunroof and ventilated front seats.
• The Executive (O) trim (51.4 kWh) also features a voice-enabled panoramic sunroof.

Hyundai is also introducing two new colour options for the Creta Electric: Matte Black and Shadow Grey.

Tarun Garg, Whole-Time Director and Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor India, said, “We are thrilled to elevate our commitment to innovation by advancing our electric offering, the Creta Electric. The launch of new variants and high driving range in the Creta Electric marks a bold step forward, capturing the spirit of today’s aspirational and new-age customers. Each variant has been meticulously designed to meet the evolving needs of modern customers. Further, the high driving range across both battery packs underscores our dedication to delivering an exceptional electric driving experience, seamlessly blending cutting-edge technology with convenience. As the festive season gains momentum, these new offerings empower families to embark on journeys that are not only meaningful and memorable, but also sustainable.”

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Euler Motors, a leading manufacturer of electric commercial vehicles, has signed an agreement with logistics company Pickkup.io to supply 200 electric four-wheeler cargo vehicles.

The new fleet of Storm T1500 vehicles will be used for intracity logistics and last-mile delivery services in the Delhi-NCR and Chandigarh Tricity regions.

This agreement marks the third phase of a growing partnership between the two companies. Pickkup.io has already integrated 25 Euler Motors EVs into its fleet, which it shared are successfully operating on the ground. The additional 200 vehicles will help Pickkup.io expand its capacity for existing clients and support new partnerships.

Ankush Sharma, Co-founder & CEO, Pickkup.io, said, “This marks the third delivery phase under our ongoing MoU with Euler. What sets them apart is their on-time services and openness to feedback. The service ecosystem they’ve built is solid, and we’re already in discussions to scale up with additional units in the future. This journey and its achievements are the result of joint efforts by everyone who has contributed in their own way – our driver partners, ground team, admin team, and operations team – each working with their fullest dedication to make our services seamless and our customer experience exceptional, all under the banner of Pickkup”

Vani Rikhy Mehra, VP – Sales and mobility, Euler Motors, added, “Our partnership with Pickkup.io reflects the growing trust in electric mobility as a sustainable and scalable solution for logistics. With this MoU for 200 Storm T1500 vehicles, we are strengthening our footprint in Delhi NCR as well as Chandigarh Tricity while supporting Pickkup.io’s mission to deliver efficient, reliable, and environmentally responsible logistics services. At Euler, we are committed to building products and a service ecosystem that empower businesses to transition smoothly to electric fleets, reduce emissions, and achieve long-term operational savings.”

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