“Top 5 Electric Vehicle Makers in India”
Although the Electric Vehicle environment in India is still at an embryonic stage, ambitious projects like FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid) and Electric Vehicles) are still in the works. Owing to their constant development, adoption of electric vehicles like electric cars, scooters, motorcycles and buses seems to be possible in the near future. Here are the top 5 Electric Vehicle makers in India:
1. Tata Motors
After the Tigor EV, Tata Motors is set to address all range issues associated with EVs with its recently launched Nexon EV which gives a range of approximately 300km. The Nexon EV is powered by ZIPTRON technology which offers fast charging capability, high voltage system, excellent battery life, and a motor warranty of eight years.
2. Hero Electric
A subsidiary of the Hero Group, Hero Electric has already manufactured more than a dozen electric vehicles in the past decade. The company is one among the leading electric vehicle manufacturers in the country. With launches such as the ER series, E2 series, and E5 series, the company has also manufactured electric two wheelers like Optima, Flash, Photon, and Nyx.
3. Mahindra Electric
With the initial launch of its famous Reva electric car, Mahindra Electric paved the way for many EV manufacturers in the country. Over the years, the company has branched out in various segments, offering a series of electric autos, vans, and three-wheelers like Mahindra eAlfa Mini, Mahindra eSupro, Mahindra eVerito, etc.
4. Lohia Auto
Being one of the largest Electric Vehicle manufacturers in India, Lohia Auto has consistently manufactured a wide range of electric scooters, e-rickshaws, and electric three-wheelers over the years. As of recently, the company is focused on launching two-wheeler e-scooters to take on the e-Chetak challenge. One of the most popular launches by the company was the Comfort E-Auto HS in 2018, which has a seating capacity of 5 people and a loading capacity of 40 kg.
5. Ashok Leyland
Owned by the Hinduja Group, Ashoke Leyland is one of the largest commercial vehicle manufacturing companies in the country. Over the years, the company has launched various electric buses, and is now focusing on introducing battery swapping in electric buses, as a means to resolve the e-mobility related issues in the country. One of the most popular launches of the company was the Circuit-S Electric Bus at the India Auto Expo in 2018. This electric bus was powered by SUN Mobility’s Swappable Smart Battery™, one of the first of its kind in the country.
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