With factors like exhaust emissions, non-exhaust emissions, battery durability and lifetime requirements (in terms of mileage and lifetime) as the key requirements, vehicles complying with BS 7 emission regulations will see a considerable rise in onboard controllers. 
The commercial vehicles will be particularly subject to a doubling of controllers onboard as the new emission regulations kick in the next two to three years, mentioned a technology chief of an automobile company in India recently. 
The number of controllers will double in a commercial vehicle from 10 to 20, he explained. He drew attention to the move up to Euro 7 emission norms in Europe and stated, “The BS 7 emission norms in India are loosely based on the Euro 7 emission regulations that come into effect in Europe in 2025.”  
The Euro 7 emission regulations in Europe will come into force for passenger vehicles from 1 July 2025. The Euro 7 emission regulations for commercial vehicles will come into force from 1 July 2027. 
The BS 7 emission regulations draft is out, mentioned an auto components industry leader. “The emission regulations, like in Europe, are expected to be enforced in a staggered manner,” he added. 
The government is expected to announce the BS 7 regulations for passenger vehicles and two-wheelers in the middle of next calendar year. These would closely follow the RDE norms that came into force from middle of last calendar year. 
The effect of BS & emission norms is expected to be considerable in terms of price escalation in vehicles. 
 

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Chennai-based automotive major TVS Motor Company has partnered Noise, a leading Indian lifestyle brand, to introduce a first-of-its-kind innovation: an electric vehicle-smartwatch integration.

The new feature connects TVS's iQube electric scooter with a custom Noise smartwatch, offering riders real-time access to key vehicle information directly from their wrist.

The special edition smartwatch acts as a mobility companion, providing riders with instant updates on their electric scooter’s status, including battery level, tyre pressure and estimated range. The integration also includes important safety features like tow alerts and crash detection, giving riders a smarter and more connected experience.

This collaboration marks a significant step forward in India's mobility sector, transforming the smartwatch from a simple lifestyle accessory into a practical tool for daily commutes. The new smartwatch will be sold exclusively on the TVS iQube official website.

With over 650,000 units sold, the TVS iQube is already a leader in the Indian EV market. This partnership with Noise aims to enhance the customer experience by providing seamless access to vehicle data, empowering riders with the information they need for a safer and more convenient journey.

Key Features of the EV-Smartwatch Integration:

• Vehicle Status Monitoring: Riders can check if their scooter is locked, unlocked, on a ride, or charging directly from the watch.
• Battery and Range Info: The smartwatch displays the State of Charge (SoC), including visual cues for charging progress and the Distance to Empty (DTE) to help riders plan their trips.
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPMS): The watch provides live pressure values for both tyres, with alerts for low pressure on select models.
• Charging Updates: Get real-time updates on charging progress, including the time it will take to reach a full charge and a ‘Charging Complete’ notification.
• Safety Alerts: The system includes Tow/Theft Alerts with haptic and visual prompts if motion is detected, as well as Crash/Fall Detection that sends an on-wrist alert followed by a notification to a linked mobile app.
• Geofence Notifications: Riders receive an alert if their vehicle crosses a predefined boundary.
• Low/Full Charge Alerts: The watch notifies you when it's time to connect or unplug the charger.
• Safety Visual Cues: Color-coded tiles (green for optimal, red for attention) provide quick, easy-to-understand updates to help minimise distractions while riding.

Aniruddha Haldar, Senior Vice-President — Head Commuter & EV Business and Head Corporate Brand & Media, TVS Motor Company, said, “We are committed to reimagining the future of mobility by seamlessly blending technology, sustainability and customer-centric innovation. Our partnership with Noise is a testament to this vision, transforming the smartwatch from a lifestyle device into a smart riding assistant. By integrating the TVS iQube with a connected smartwatch, we are empowering our riders with smarter, safer and more intuitive journeys while shaping the future of mobility in India.”

Amit Khatri, Co-Founder, Noise, said, “At Noise, our vision has always been to build technology that empowers people to live, move, and stay connected with ease. This partnership with TVS Motor Company is a powerful step in that direction, bringing meaningful innovation to the wrist by turning the smartwatch into a mobility companion. As consumers look for smarter, more integrated ways to move through their day, this first-of-its-kind experience reflects our commitment to pushing boundaries, delivering purposeful technology and shaping the future of connected living in India.”

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Evera, a prominent electric vehicle (EV) cab company, has introduced a new app to enhance urban transportation across India. The app, which serves both corporate and individual customers, aims to fill key service gaps with a focus on reliability, safety and sustainability.

The new platform offers a premium, multi-service experience for both B2B and B2C customers. For individual users, the app provides a reliable, zero-cancellation and noise-free alternative for daily commutes, airport transfers and long-distance travel.

Nimish Trivedi, Co-founder and CEO, Evera, said, "Evera’s first-class, well-maintained cars, equipped with comfortable interiors and driven by professionally trained chauffeurs, ensure every ride is smooth, safe and dependable. Whether for corporate travel or personal use, Evera guarantees that your cab will arrive on time, every time. With flexible hourly rental packages, commuters can now book clean cabs for office-to-home travel, business meetings, city errands, or full-day usage – removing the hassle of multiple bookings and offering complete convenience in one app. The Evera app is now live, offering airport-to-city and city-to-airport transfers along with premium hourly rental services, a major step toward making reliable, high-quality cab travel accessible for everyday needs."

For businesses, Evera’s new app features a comprehensive suite of solutions to manage employee transportation. The service includes an admin dashboard for real-time tracking of cab movements and expenses and a direct link to a command centre for immediate assistance. A key feature for corporate clients is the carbon savings report, which allows companies to track and report on their green kilometres as part of sustainability initiatives.

The app now fully integrates Evera's existing airport transfer service, which has been in operation for two years. Additionally, it introduces an app-enabled hourly rental option, giving customers more flexibility for trips like business meetings or city errands.

To meet the growing demand, Evera plans to expand its EV fleet and optimise its technology to ensure greater availability and shorter wait times.

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Hyundai Mobis and Wind River have announced the launch of a new, integrated software development environment called Mobis Development Studio. The platform is designed to accelerate the creation of software-defined vehicles (SDVs) by combining Hyundai Mobis' cloud-based infrastructure with Wind River's Studio Developer platform.

Mobis Development Studio is a web-based, unified development platform that provides an intuitive user interface for specific electronic control units (ECUs). It includes features like high-speed build capabilities and automated testing tools to improve software quality and development efficiency. This system will help Hyundai Mobis advance its transformation into a software-centric mobility technology company.

Key Features and Collaboration

The new platform leverages key features from Wind River Studio Developer, including:

• Collaboration tools: To streamline teamwork among developers.
• Automation frameworks: To automate repetitive tasks and improve efficiency.
• Shift-left testing modules: To allow for earlier validation of software in the development lifecycle, catching potential issues sooner.

Sandeep Modhvadia, Chief Product Officer, Wind River, said, “As the automotive industry continues to evolve towards a more intelligent and autonomous future, software is the key driver of transformation. In collaboration with Hyundai Mobis, we have introduced a next-generation development framework that spans both cloud and edge environments and delivers robust lifecycle management. Together, we are empowering automakers to innovate faster, improve operational efficiency, and accelerate the future of the software-defined vehicle. We congratulate Hyundai Mobis on achieving this important milestone.”

Soo-Kyung Jung, Executive Vice-President, Hyundai Mobis, added, “Through this collaboration with Wind River, we expect to significantly enhance automation across the entire vehicle development lifecycle and accelerate innovation in next-generation intelligent vehicle software development. This development environment is not only highly automated but is also rapidly expanding into an AI-driven next-generation development system.”

The partnership aims to deliver a state-of-the-art software infrastructure optimised for SDVs by aligning development methodologies to speed up the design, development, and deployment of automotive systems.

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Bengaluru-based electric two-wheeler maker Simple Energy has announced that it has achieved a significant breakthrough in its indigenous technology, by becoming the country's first original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to commercially manufacture heavy rare-earth-free motors.

This achievement, the company claims, was made possible by the company's strong in-house R&D capabilities and its state-of-the-art, 200,000 sqft manufacturing facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu.

This new motor technology delivers the same high performance and torque as conventional motors but without the use of heavy rare earth elements. It represents a paradigm shift for the industry, especially as global EV players face increasing scrutiny over their reliance on critical raw materials.

Simple Energy stated that for years, heavy rare-earth magnets have been the standard for EV motors due to their high torque density and compact size. In response to global material restrictions, Simple Energy's in-house R&D team developed a patented motor architecture. The team explored and tested alternative compounds to achieve performance on par with heavy rare-earth-based systems. This innovation is combined with proprietary in-house algorithms that precisely control heat, magnetic fields and torque delivery.

Unlike most EV companies that rely on external suppliers, Simple Energy designs and manufactures its own motors, giving it complete control over the entire process. This approach has drastically reduced R&D time, allowing the company to bring these new motors to market at an unmatched pace.

Suhas Rajkumar, CEO and Co-founder, Simple Energy, said, “Global supply chain disruptions and material dependencies have made one thing clear: the future of electric mobility must be built on self-reliance. Deep localisation and a ‘Make in India’ approach are no longer aspirations – they’re imperatives. This patented, in-house technology replaces heavy rare earth magnets with optimised compounds and is powered by proprietary algorithms that manage heat and torque in real time. Already in production, it proves that high performance can be achieved without compromising sustainability or strategic independence.”

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