⚡ The Latest Electric Vehicle (EV) Buzz: Global Shakeups and India’s Fast Track to Electrification
As the electric vehicle (EV) revolution accelerates globally, May–June 2025 brought a flurry of developments that are shaping the industry’s future. From political drama to game-changing launches and market stats, here’s a quick roundup of the most important updates you need to know.
🔥 Musk vs. Trump: Clash Over EV Subsidies
A fiery debate has erupted between Elon Musk and Donald Trump over a tax bill that pushes EV tax credit expiration forward to 2025.
Musk expressed shock, claiming he was unaware of the bill’s fine print before its passage.
Trump, meanwhile, maintains that EVs can't thrive without subsidies—adding fuel to a growing narrative that divides EV policy in the U.S.
While the policy could tighten margins for automakers and buyers, the underlying question remains: Are EVs truly ready to stand on their own in a free market?
🇮🇳 India’s Bold Move: EV Import Duty Slashed from 110% to 15%
In a landmark reform, the Indian government has reduced EV import duties from 110% to 15%, aiming to attract global players like Tesla, BYD, and Volkswagen.
Condition: Automakers must invest ₹4,150 crore ($500 million) in local manufacturing within three years.
The move aligns with India’s push for Make-in-India, while boosting EV adoption and infrastructure.
This policy is expected to unlock major investments and create a competitive EV ecosystem in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets.
🚘 Tata Harrier.ev: India’s Most Advanced Electric SUV Launches
Tata Motors, already a leader in India’s EV space, has unveiled its flagship SUV—Harrier.ev.
Key Specs:
Battery: 75 kWh
Torque: 504 Nm (dual-motor AWD setup)
Range: Up to 505 km
Features include ADAS Level 2, Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability, and connected drive tech.
Tata is banking on its domestic dominance to fend off rising competition from MG, Mahindra, and new global entrants.
🛵 Zomato’s Electric Leap: 100% EV Fleet by 2030
Zomato, now rebranded as Eternal, has started deploying a fleet of 300 electric rental bikes across Delhi NCR.
The food delivery giant has already avoided 4,900 tonnes of CO₂ emissions.
Their mission? Achieve a 100% EV fleet by 2030.
As India’s delivery economy booms, last-mile electrification efforts like this are vital for sustainability and urban air quality.
📊 India’s EV Market: Recent Stats & Trends
India's EV market is evolving rapidly, with big shifts in performance and player rankings:
🔺 May 2025 EV Sales Snapshot:
Total EV registrations: 1,79,556
High-speed e-two-wheelers: 55.85% of total
Tata Motors: 4,319 units (35.4% share, down 19% YoY)
MG Motor: 3,732 units (30.6%, up 147% YoY)
Mahindra: 2,604 units (up 338% YoY, now 3rd-largest player)
🌍 Global EV Market:
In 2023, nearly 1 in 5 cars sold worldwide was electric.
China, Europe, and the U.S. accounted for 95% of global EV sales.
⚡ EV Charging Innovation: S44 Energy’s TopazEV Software
EV adoption hinges on robust charging infrastructure. Enter S44 Energy, which has launched TopazEV, an open-source charge station management platform.
Focus: Improve reliability, reduce downtime, and ensure scalability across public and private networks.
This could be a major step toward solving EV owners' biggest headache—charging anxiety.
🚀 Final Thoughts
The EV landscape is rapidly shifting—from policy battles in the U.S. to bold reforms in India, from startup innovations to legacy automaker showdowns. For consumers and investors alike, the message is clear: the electric future is here—but it’s still being built, one battery, policy, and kilometer at a time.
