Chennai-based EV startup Raptee.HV today launched India’s first high-voltage electric motorcycle, the T 30. The motorcycle is the first in India to adopt universal charging standards used by electric cars and can deliver a performance rivalling the 250-300 cc ICE counterparts with significantly less heat.

The motorcycle comes with an onboard charger, making it compatible with the 13,500 CCS2 car charging stations available across the country. Claiming an IDC Est range of around 200 km and a real-world range of over 150 km on a single charge, the motorcycle can accelerate from 0 to 60 kmph in under 3.5 seconds. The motorcycle comes with an IP67-rated battery pack, with an 8-year/80,000-km warranty, providing peace of mind and long-term value to customers.

The motorcycle will come in four dynamic colours – Horizon Red, Arctic White, Mercury Grey and Eclipse Black – for a price tag of INR 239,000. The deliveries will commence in Chennai and Bangalore from January, with plans to expand to other key cities based on the propensity for mid-premium motorcycles and the adoption of electric mobility in these selected markets.

Raptee.HV is also coming up with a factory-integrated experience centre, dubbed the ‘Tech store.HV’, at its Chennai headquarters to offer full immersive experiences to its customers, which includes a factory tour to show how motorcycles are being built. To ensure a seamless customer experience, Raptee.HV will also have a wide range of direct-to-consumer offerings.

Dinesh Arjun, Co-founder & CEO, Raptee.HV, said, “Our goal was never to create an electric version of an ICE motorcycle, but to do justice to motorcycling with truly pioneering tech. We have taken the core of advanced electric car tech and engineered it for motorcycles. Launching India’s first high-voltage electric motorcycle was a technical challenge from the very beginning. Over the last five years, the amazing team at Raptee has had to build the entire architecture from scratch to make HV on 2Wheelers possible. That we have succeeded is a testament to what can be achieved with the right vision and a focus on innovation. We believe our HV technology is the missing piece of the puzzle that will accelerate the electrification of motorcycles and revolutionise how motorcycles will be built in the future.”

Jayapradeep Vasudevan, CBO, Raptee.HV, said, “We are extremely excited to witness the passion and innovation coming to life as we launch our first motorcycle, setting new standards in the electric two-wheeler industry. The Indian motorcycle market is twice the size of the scooter market, and the low EV penetration in this larger segment presents a huge opportunity for us to explore, starting with our flagship model, the T30. As a team, we are fully committed to building the Raptee.HV brand by delivering a customer experience that matches the high standards of our motorcycles. In today’s context, automobiles, especially electric vehicles, are increasingly becoming electronics and software-driven, much like consumer durable products. With this in mind, we are inspired by premium consumer durable brands in shaping our approach to customer service. We plan to introduce a wide range of digital and direct-to-consumer offerings to ensure that our customers enjoy a seamless ownership journey with Raptee.HV. Our network expansion will be rolled out in phases, starting with company-owned experience centres in Chennai and Bangalore. By learning from these initial markets, we will strategically expand into other regions and international markets at the right time over the next few years. We have a clear strategic roadmap for the next five years and aim to become a significant player in EV industry in the years to come.”

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Montra Electric, the EV arm of the Murugappa Group, has expanded its electric small commercial vehicle (eSCV) portfolio with the launch of two new variants of the Eviator.

The company stated that by leveraging over 6.5 million kilometres of data from its existing fleet, it is shifting away from product standardisation toward a duty-cycle-led strategy, allowing fleet operators to select battery configurations based on specific operational needs.

The new line-up introduces two distinct performance profiles alongside the existing 40kWh model:

• Eviator 350 (32kWh): Dubbed the ‘Last Mile Champion,’ this variant is designed for high-efficiency urban runs of up to 140 km daily. It offers a more accessible entry price of INR 1.45 million while maintaining the brand's 99 percent uptime benchmark.
• Eviator 350L+ (50kWh): Positioned as the ‘Marathon Runner,’ this variant features a category-leading certified range of claimed over 300 km (200+ km real-world). Priced at INR 1.68 million, it is intended for inter-city logistics and power-intensive applications such as refrigerated transport and municipal services.

This expansion follows the success of the Eviator 350L, which secured a 30 percent market share in the 3.5-tonne segment within 11 months of its 2025 debut. The new variants make the Eviator the only eSCV platform in India to offer three distinct battery configurations (32kWh, 40kWh and 50kWh), enabling precise matching of vehicle energy to specific business use cases.

Jalaj Gupta, Managing Director, Montra Electric, said, “The next phase of EV adoption will not be driven by products alone, but by how intelligently they fit into real-world operations. We have leveraged over 65 lakh kilometers of fleet data to understand how different businesses use their vehicles. This has enabled us to move towards a duty-cycle-driven product strategy, delivering complete business solutions where customers can choose configurations that directly improve uptime, efficiency, and return on investment.”

Saju Nair, CEO, Montra Electric (e-SCV Division), added, “With the introduction of these new variants, we are expanding the platform to address a wider spectrum of logistics needs, from last-mile efficiency to long-haul consistency. This enables fleet operators to deploy EVs with greater precision, unlock new use cases, and improve overall fleet economics.”

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Greaves Electric Mobility, the electric vehicle business of Greaves Cotton, has introduced an updated version of its Ampere Magnus Neo electric scooter, focusing on improved ergonomics and urban rideability.

The new variant maintains its position in the affordable family scooter segment with an introductory price of INR 86,999 (ex-showroom).

The refreshed Magnus Neo features several design tweaks aimed at enhancing daily use. The e-scooter now has a reduced kerb weight of 103 kg and a low seat height of 777 mm, making it more accessible for a wider range of riders and easier to manoeuvre in heavy traffic.

To improve handling, Greaves has integrated a 10-inch rear tyre and a revised wheel and motor configuration, which the company claims provides smoother acceleration and better balance.

The e-scooter continues to utilise the proven Magnus Neo platform, which holds a national record for the longest journey by a city-speed family electric scooter, covering over 2,300 km from Bengaluru to Delhi.

It is powered by an advanced LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery. This chemistry, the company said is chosen for its durability, offering up to 10 years of life cycle and the ability to operate safely in temperatures ranging from -40deg C to 60deg C.

The Magnus Neo delivers a top speed of 65 kmph and an IDC range of approximately 118 km, with a practical real-world range between 85–95 km. It can be fully charged in about 6 hours using a standard home charger.

The 2026 update introduces four contemporary colour options: Mystic Mauve, Butter Yellow, Ocean Blue and Matcha Green. The scooter retains its practical ‘family-first’ features, including a 22-litre under-seat storage compartment, a USB charging port and a digital instrument console.

Vikas Singh, Managing Director, Greaves Electric Mobility, said, “Comfort and ease of rideability remain central to our product philosophy. The new Magnus Neo has been developed as a lighter, more comfortable, and easier-to-handle family scooter, designed for Indian road conditions and everyday use. With this launch, we aim to make electric mobility more practical and accessible for a wider set of riders.”

As part of Greaves' broader sustainability commitment, the Magnus Neo is backed by a 5-year/75,000 km battery warranty, the first of its kind in this segment.

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cellcentric, the joint venture between Daimler Truck and Volvo Group, has officially launched its next-generation fuel cell system, the BZA375. Unveiled at Hannover Messe 2026, the system (previously known as NextGen) is designed as a direct competitor to modern diesel engines in terms of performance, durability and total cost of ownership (TCO).

The BZA375 represents a significant advancement over its predecessor, the BZA150, by moving from a ‘twin-system’ to a powerful single-system design. This evolution has resulted in a 40 percent increase in power density, allowing the unit to fit within engine compartments originally designed for standard 13-litre diesel engines. Despite this compact footprint, the system delivers up to 375 kW of continuous net power – equivalent to more than 500 horsepower – while weighing less than 500 kg. This lightweight construction is critical for heavy-duty operators, as it ensures payload capacities remain comparable to those of traditional diesel-powered trucks.

Efficiency and durability are central to the system's value proposition. The BZA375 achieves a 20 percent reduction in fuel consumption compared to the BZA150, enabling a fully loaded 40-tonne truck to operate on less than 6 kg of hydrogen per 100 kilometres. Engineering refinements have also led to a 40 percent reduction in waste heat (at 300 kW net power) and a 40 percent reduction in overall system complexity by minimising components and interfaces. These improvements do not come at the cost of longevity, as the system is rated for a 25,000-hour service life, matching the 10-year operational expectations of modern diesel engines in long-haul transport.

While the BZA375 is primarily optimised for heavy-duty long-haul trucks, cellcentric is pursuing a ‘one-product strategy’ to apply the system across several demanding sectors to create economies of scale:

• Coaches: Offering long-range zero-emission travel with fast refuelling.
• Stationary Power: Serving as a clean energy source for data centres and industrial sites.
• Rail: Providing an alternative for non-electrified tracks or topographically demanding routes.
• Mining: Delivering high reliability and diesel-equivalent payload capacity for 24x7 operations.

Prototype production has commenced, with units currently available to OEM customers for testing and validation. cellcentric anticipates that larger volumes of mature prototypes will be deployed for initial fleet applications ahead of series production scheduled for the turn of the decade.

Karin Radstrom, President and CEO, Daimler Truck, said, “Two key technologies will lead the way on our path to decarbonise transport: battery-electric and hydrogen. We’ve already taken important steps, and cellcentric’s new fuel cell system is the next major milestone. Building on the success of its predecessor, it represents a new level of efficiency and performance.”

Martin Lundstedt, President and CEO, Volvo Group, said, “With the launch of the BZA375, cellcentric and its partners have created the blueprint for zero-emission long-haul transportation in the heavy-duty segment. This is a game changer for logistics providers and society at large, and it takes us yet another step towards the decarbonization of the industry.”

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Youdha, an electric mobility brand specialising in the three-wheeler segment, has announced its expansion strategy to establish over 200 outlets across India within the next year.

The aim is to capture a larger share of the L5 passenger electric vehicle (EV) market, focusing on both metropolitan areas and Tier-II and Tier-III cities. The expansion follows the launch of the company’s flagship model, the EPOD.

The electric three-wheeler uses a Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery, designed for urban commuting and fleet operations with an emphasis on durability and low maintenance costs.

The retail rollout expansion will begin in North and East India, specifically targeting Delhi NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and Assam, before extending into the southern and western regions.

Each new outlet will offer integrated services including sales, technical support, and financing options. To support this network, Youdha is increasing production capacity at its manufacturing facility and investing in further localisation of components. The strategy aims to address both business-to-business (B2B) fleet requirements and individual ownership.

Ayush Lohia, CEO, Youdha, said, “Our vision is to make Youdha one of the most trusted and accessible EV brands in India. Expanding to 200 outlets is not just about scale – it is about ensuring that customers have reliable access to products, service, and support wherever they are. As demand grows, building a strong on-ground ecosystem becomes critical. This is not just about selling vehicles – it’s about building a complete ecosystem that supports customers throughout their ownership journey.”

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