TÜV SÜD laid the foundation stone for a new state-of-the-art facility for testing and certifying electrical, electronic products and medical devices to national and international standards in Bengaluru.

Swappable Batteries Motorcycle Consortium aims to broaden the use of light EVs, such as scooters, mopeds and motorcycles. It would support the sustainable management of batteries in light EVs.

The Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) and Hero MotoCorp have joined to bridge the digital skill gap at India’s auto dealerships and build their capacity in this critical growth driver.

Salzer Electronics Ltd will form a wholly-owned subsidiary, Salzer EV Infra Pvt. Ltd. This JV will manufacture electric conversion kits for auto-rickshaws, cars and buses and manufacture novel utility EVs.

Toutche has announced the launch of its new generation Heileo H100 electric bike in India with 7-Speed gears, 5-Level power assist and powered by detachable Li-ion battery.

Steelbird sees huge potential in the Indian market for two wheelers.

Niti Aayog CEO added that there is need for new synergies such as with IT industry in the areas of power electronics. India must look at using the first mover advantage for producing all components for electric vehicles, thus driving towards the path of being a future global leader.

The new facility is aimed at developing body, lighting, electronics and ADAS.

Auto sector is predicting to see a better financial year of 2020-2021, the industry has to combat and battle through current challenges.