Epsilon Carbon has integrated a fleet of five electric trucks into its logistics operations. This initiative is in line with its support towards India's ambitious goal of achieving Net Zero emissions by 2070 and makes it the first Indian company in the sector to implement electric trucks for its raw material-coal tar logistics.

The electric vehicle (EV) market in India is poised for explosive growth, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 66 percent, putting the industry's valuation at USD 200 billion by 2030. Last year, Epsilon Carbon made its debut with a single electric vehicle, transporting over 29,000 MT of coal tar, or 16 percent of its annual major raw material requirement, while reducing CO2 emissions by 25.4 metric tonnes. The company projects that the addition of new electric trucks will result in a 127 metric tonnes of CO2 emissions reduction.

With a 258-kWh battery capacity and 185 km of range, all five of the vehicles are heavy-duty models that will facilitate an easy transition to electric logistics. The incorporation of electric trucks is in line with Epsilon Carbon's overarching sustainability objectives, which also include lowering its operational carbon footprint, implementing greener technology throughout the value chain and supporting India's more ambitious climate action targets.

Vikram Handa, Managing Director, Epsilon Carbon, said, “India’s road logistics industry plays a vital role in the overall economy, handling 70 percent of domestic freight. As responsible leaders in the chemical industry, we recognise the importance of integrating sustainability considerations through electric trucks, which shows our proactive commitment to minimising our environmental impact. This initiative also showcases our support towards India's ambitious goal of achieving Net Zero emissions by 2070. As our fully integrated carbon black and specialty carbon facility in Bellary, Karnataka thus stands as a testament to this commitment, showcasing how sustainable practices can be seamlessly woven into large-scale industrial operations, we plan to executive the initiative from this plant."

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Energy In Motion, a provider of integrated electric mobility solutions for long-haul freight transportation, has executed an agreement with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation to establish and operate charging and battery swapping infrastructure for heavy commercial vehicles at retail outlets across India.

As per the understanding, Energy In Motion will deploy swap-and-charge hubs on freight corridors including Mumbai–Pune, Delhi–Jaipur and Chennai–Bangalore over the next 18 to 24 months. These stations will support vehicles such as the Ashwa 55-tonne e-tractor, providing battery exchange capability in 7 minutes.

Energy In Motion manages battery inventory and hardware, while Hindustan Petroleum Corporation provides space and utilities across its network of over 25,000 retail outlets.

Narendra Murkumbi, Managing Director, Energy In Motion, said, “Charging infrastructure succeeds or fails on reliability. Working with HPCL allows us to place charging and swapping where drivers already stop – sites with power, space, amenities, safety systems and staff on duty. Combining our battery and fleet expertise with HPCL’s nationwide retail network lets us build dependable swap-and-charge hubs on the corridors that carry India’s freight and to do it at the pace the transition demands.”

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Hero MotoCorp's electric mobility brand, VIDA, has made its international market entry into Nepal through a partnership with CG Motors.

The launch was announced by Kausalya Nandakumar, Chief Business Officer, Emerging Mobility Business Unit, Hero MotoCorp and Nirvana Chaudhary, Managing Director, Chaudhary Group.

The introduction features the VIDA VX2 Evooter range – comprising the VX2 Plus and VX2 Go variants – alongside the VIDA DIRT.E K3 youth off-roader. The VX2 Plus features a 4.4 kWh setup, delivering a 140 km range and a top speed of 90 kmph, while the VX2 Go uses a 2.2 kWh battery with a 75 km range. The DIRT.E K3 is an electric off-roader equipped with a 350W motor and app-based parental controls.

Kausalya Nandakumar said, “This launch marks a proud and defining moment as VIDA goes global. We are thrilled to take the very best of our engineering and design capabilities beyond India, starting with Nepal, a strategically crucial market where riders are quickly adopting smart electric mobility. The VIDA VX2 EVOOTER range and the VIDA DIRT.E K3 are built to redefine the future of mobility, and through our collaboration with CG Motors, we are ensuring that the Nepalese customers have access to premium, reliable, and technologically advanced riding experience.”

Nirvana Chaudhary added, “The entry of VIDA perfectly aligns with Nepal's shift towards sustainable mobility. By offering advanced electric products & solutions tailored for both, everyday commuters and the next generation of riders, this product launch redefines our two-wheeler landscape. CG Motors is proud to strengthen its partnership with Hero MotoCorp and partner with VIDA to drive our nation's green transition forward."

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Pune-headquartered electric commercial vehicle manufacturer EKA Mobility has announced that Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, President of Zanzibar, recently flagged off 15 EKA Mobility electric buses in Zanzibar. The commercial operations for the e-buses is scheduled to begin on 1 August 2026.

The deployment forms part of an initial order of 35 e-buses, with the fleet expected to expand to 150 units by the end of the year.

EKA Mobility is collaborating with Global Rapid Transport and the Zanzibar Social Security Fund to train local personnel in vehicle operations, maintenance and safety systems.

Vijay Yelne, President – Export Marketing & SCM, EKA Mobility, said, "The launch of Zanzibar's first electric bus fleet is a strong validation of EKA's technology and our ability to deliver world-class electric mobility solutions beyond India. It demonstrates that products designed and manufactured in India can successfully meet the evolving mobility needs of international markets. This is another step in taking Indian engineering to the world, and we see Africa as a key growth market in EKA's global expansion journey."

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Kia India has launched the Syros EV, it’s first mass-market electric vehicle offering at prices starting INR 1.34 million (ex-showroom) for the 42 kW variant and INR 1.69 million (ex-showroom) for the 51.4 kW Extended Range variant. The EV goes on sale at dealerships nationwide starting 30 July 2026.

The Syros EV is offered with two battery options: a 51.4 kWh battery delivering an ARAI-certified range of 526 km and a 42 kWh battery offering 443 km of range. It features DC fast charging from 10 to 80 percent in a claimed 39 minutes.

Ownership programmes include an Assured Buyback programme offering up to 80 percent resale value after three years, a Battery-as-a-Service programme starting at INR 799,000 with battery EMIs starting at INR 3.3 per kilometre and a lifetime high-voltage battery warranty of 15 years with unlimited kilometres.

Gwanggu Lee, Managing Director and CEO, Kia India, said, "At Kia, every product begins with one question, how can we create greater value for our customers? The Syros EV answers that by making electric mobility more accessible, without compromise. Beyond an attractive price point, we've built one of the industry's most confident ownership propositions with an Assured Buyback programme offering up to 80 percent resale-value, the best in India today, alongside BaaS enabling one of the most accessible entry points into EV ownership; and a Lifetime Battery Warranty delivering long-term battery confidence, addressing the key concerns that continue to influence EV adoption. Combined with segment-leading range of 526 km and 171 PS performance, advanced technology and Kia's growing EV ecosystem, the Syros EV represents our commitment to accelerating India's transition towards sustainable mobility while keeping customer needs at the heart of every decision."

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