- Montra Electric
- Murugappa Group
- Chola Finance
- Montra Electric Super League
- Roy Kurian
- Piyush Pandey
- Aman Sharma
Montra Electric Launches Super League To Drive Awareness Among Auto Drivers
- by MT Bureau
- August 26, 2024

Montra Electric, the electric vehicle brand of the 124-year-old Murugappa Group, kicked off the Montra Electric Super League (MSL), an event targeted for auto drivers. Co-powered by Chola Finance, this groundbreaking initiative brings the excitement of the IPL (Indian Premiere League) to the streets with 10 dynamic teams, each comprising 17 dedicated Super Auto Riders.
This unique league aims to break the myths around electric vehicles (EVs) within the three-wheeler community, debunking common concerns like range anxiety, the MSL encourages participants to push the boundaries of EV capabilities, driving impressive distances with the help of top-up charging throughout the day.
The tournament will feature 170 Super Riders from across India, including women auto drivers, forming 10 teams that compete to cover the most kilometres. The team that logs the highest mileage emerges victorious, proving that EVs can effortlessly surpass 300km in a single day.
Roy Kurian, Business Head, Montra Electric Last Mile Mobility said, "Through the Montra Electric Super League, we aim to demonstrate the extraordinary capabilities of our Super Autos and showcase our firm commitment to improving the lives of our super riders."
Aman Sharma, President & Business Head - Vehicle Finance, from Chola Finance said, “We are delighted to partner with Montra Electric in bringing forth this first-ever Super League Tournament for auto drivers. We are also happy to announce Chola’s Super Dream Children Education program to the finalists of the tournament. Chola is also actively working on innovative financing solutions for customers, in order to make the ownership of a Montra Electric Super Auto easier for them, which is also in line with our continuous endeavour in enabling our customers to Enter a Better Life.”
Piyush Pandey, Head of Marketing, Montra Electric added, "We are excited to see our super riders embrace this challenge and feel the pride in what they are achieving. They have some extraordinary stories which needs to be told”.
The scoring system of the MSL is designed to motivate and reward. Each kilometre driven by the top 14 riders of each team translates to one run, with additional runs awarded for referrals leading to deliveries or live bookings, and quality customer testimonial videos. Teams advance through a series of matches, with winners determined by total points and runs accumulated, leading to quarter finals, semi-finals, and the grand finale.
Interestingly, Chola Finance has pledged to provide free education for life to the children of up to 68 Super Riders who make it to the final stages of the tournament.
The Montra Electric Super League commenced on 5 July and will culminate in a grand finale in the first week of September. The victorious super riders will be recognised at a special event at the Montra Electric factory in Chennai, where they will witness the manufacturing process of the Montra Electric Super Auto.
- JSW MG Motor India
- MG Windsor EV
- MG Windsor Pro
MG Windsor Pro With Higher Range & Updated Tech To Be Launched On May 6th
- by MT Bureau
- May 02, 2025

JSW MG Motor India is set to expand its EV portfolio with the MG Windsor Pro, which is set to be introduced on 6 May 2025.
The MG Windsor Pro is expected to offer a higher range, more features, improved safety and minor design tweaks. While technical details are yet to be released, it is safe to understand that the company is looking to further drive sales of its popular EV, targeting a new set of customers.
Launched on 11 September 2024, the company positioned the Windsor as a CUV (crossover utility vehicle) and the most comfortable EV in its segment.
The Windsor EV has already surpassed 20,000 units sales since launch, and has been the highest selling electric passenger vehicle for the last several months in a row.
- Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility
- Joy e-bike
- Joy e-rik
- Yatin Sanjay Gupte
Wardwizard Maintains Profitability in FY25 Despite Revenue Decline, PAT at INR 63.6 Million
- by MT Bureau
- May 01, 2025

Gujarat-headquartered electric vehicle maker Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility, the maker of ‘Joy e-bike’ and ‘Joy e-rik’ brand, has reported a consolidated net profit of INR 63.6 million for FY2025, maintaining profitability for the fifth consecutive year despite industry headwinds and a 5.1 percent drop in annual revenue.
The company’s total consolidated revenue stood at INR 3.04 billion, down from INR 3.2 billion last year. However, EBITDA rose 13.9 percent YoY to INR 3.6 billion, and EBITDA margins improved by 222 basis points to 12.11 percent, reflecting strong cost discipline and operational efficiency.
Despite a 52.7 percent YoY dip in PAT, largely due to a high base in FY2024, Wardwizard remained in the black – underscoring resilience amid a challenging EV market environment.
Yatin Sanjay Gupte, Chairman & MD, Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility, said, “While annual revenues saw a slight decline, EBITDA rose 14 percent YoY. Our profitable performance, sustained for five consecutive years, sets us apart and reinforces the strength of our strategy.”
In Q4 FY25 (Jan–Mar 2025), the company recorded a 62.2 percent YoY rise in PAT to INR 64.5 million, with EBITDA nearly doubling to INR 1.8 billion. PAT margins for the quarter expanded to 5.91 percent, and EBITDA margins reached 17.26 percent, reflecting improved product mix and cost optimisation.
During the last fiscal, the company deployed over 400 electric two-wheelers across major cities like Kolkata, Pune, and Ahmedabad as well as the launch of L5 electric rickshaws in Maharashtra. Ongoing partnerships and a USD 1.29 billion EV initiative in the Philippines are expected to drive future growth.
“With continued innovation and targeted execution, we are building a stronger foundation for long-term growth,” Gupte added.
- Ajay Dhiman
- OPG Mobility
- Okaya EV
- Subros
- Honda
- Renault
- Nissan
- Sonalika Group
- Anshul Gupta
OPG Mobility Appoints Ajay Dhiman As President, COO & CTO To Lead EV Business
- by MT Bureau
- May 01, 2025

OPG Mobility (formerly Okaya EV) has appointed Ajay Dhiman as the new President – Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead its electric vehicle and EV components business.
In this strategic leadership role, Dhiman will be responsible for operations and technology functions spanning manufacturing, R&D, product development, quality, sourcing, supply chain and business strategy.
He joins OPG Mobility with over 20 years of experience in the automotive and EV sectors. He previously served as Senior Vice-President at Revolt Motors, where he is said to play a key role across CXO-level functions and was instrumental in accelerating product development and delivering high-quality electric mobility solutions. His career includes leadership stints at Honda, Renault-Nissan, Subros and Sonalika Group, contributing across two-wheeler, three-wheeler, and four-wheeler segments.
Anshul Gupta, Managing Director, OPG Mobility, said, “We are delighted to have Ajay Dhiman join our leadership team at a pivotal moment in OPG Mobility's journey. As we step up our presence in the EV ecosystem, Ajay’s deep experience in product development and operations will be invaluable in scaling our EV and components business. His thorough knowledge of both legacy systems and new mobility technologies will drive value, innovation, and faster execution across our transformation journey.”
Ajay Dhiman, added, “It’s an honour to join OPG Mobility at such a transformative time. The brand’s vision of delivering inclusive and innovative electric mobility solutions aligns strongly with my passion for engineering excellence, innovative products and future-focused manufacturing. I look forward to working closely with the leadership and teams to strengthen our product pipeline, accelerate product innovation, strengthen our technological edge, enhance operational excellence, and scale solutions that support India’s evolving mobility needs. We aim to position OPG Mobility as a frontrunner in shaping India’s electric mobility revolution.”
- Maharashtra Electric Vehicle Policy 2025
- Devendra Fadnavis
- subsidies
- incentive
Maharashtra Government Announces INR 19 Billion EV Policy 2025 To Drive Green Vehicle Adoption
- by MT Bureau
- April 30, 2025

The Maharashtra government has given rolled out the Electric Vehicle Policy 2025 for a period of five years (till 2030) with an estimated outlay of INR 19.93 billion.
The forward-looking policy aims to not only incentivise purchase of electric vehicles, but also aims to boost adoption and real-world usage.
As per the policy, certain EVs plying on highways will be given a toll waiver, EV charging infrastructure strengthened with an ambition have charging facilities every 25km on the national highways.
Electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, private four-wheelers, state transport corporation buses, private buses and transport undertaking under civic bodies will get concession of 10 percent on purchase of an EV on the original cost. For goods carrying three-wheelers, four-wheelers and electric tractors will be eligible to a concession of 15 percent.
The government has also waived off registration fee on EVs. Lastly, electric four-wheelers and buses will also get toll exemption on Mumbai-Pune Expressway, Atal Setu, Samruddhi Mahamarg, along with 50 percent concession on state and other national highways.
Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister of Maharashtra, said, "The state government has approved a new Electric Vehicle (EV) policy, under which passenger EVs will be given subsidies. EV manufacturing and their use should increase in the state."
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