Chartered Speed Limited, one of India’s leading passenger mobility companies, has commenced electric bus operations in Shillong, Jaipur, and Bhilwara under the Pradhan Mantri e-Bus Sewa Scheme, marking a significant step in the company’s broader rollout of nearly 3,000 electric buses across 18 cities under the PM e-Bus Sewa and e-Drive Scheme. Once fully operational, […]
Tata Motors has announced orders for over 3,400 electric commercial vehicles across segments, marking a significant milestone in the mainstream adoption of electric mobility for both freight and passenger transport in India. The orders comprise approximately 2,000 small commercial vehicles and pick-ups, 900 trucks, and 500 buses, spanning applications as diverse as e-commerce, logistics, FMCG […]
India’s electric commercial vehicle segment continued its upward trajectory in May 2026, with total retail registrations climbing to 2,400 units — a 119.4% year-on-year surge from 1,094 units in May 2025 and a 3.40% sequential rise over April 2026’s 2,321 units. Perhaps more telling is the market share story: EV penetration in the commercial vehicle […]
Olectra Greentech Limited has reported its best-ever annual performance in FY26, delivering 1,280 electric vehicles during the year — the highest since the company’s inception. Revenue grew 28% year on year to ₹2,312.17 crore, EBITDA rose 27% to ₹352.28 crore, and profit after tax increased 29% to ₹179.53 crore. Cumulative EV deliveries since inception stood […]
Across trucks, buses, technology, and global markets, the momentum is building — and the company believes it is only just getting started. Ashok Leyland reported its best-ever annual financial performance in FY26 — revenues up 14% to ₹44,007 crore, operating profit before tax rising 22% to ₹5,163 crore, and a net cash surplus of nearly […]
OHM Automotives Private Limited (“OHM”), in collaboration with Kinwin China, has announced the procurement and introduction of next-generation 12-metre electric intercity coaches and intracity buses for the Indian market. Under this strategic collaboration, OHM will introduce premium electric buses manufactured by CHTC China and supplied through Kinwin China, with the aim of accelerating the transition […]
Jio-bp, the joint venture between Reliance Industries and bp, has partnered with the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) to set up fast-charging infrastructure for more than 100 electric buses operating across Uttar Pradesh and Delhi. The project will be delivered through Jio-bp Pulse, the company’s electric mobility arm, and is expected to roll […]
Green Drive Mobility, a fast-growing EV mobility and logistics platform, has announced a strategic partnership with FlixBus, the global travel-tech company transforming intercity transport, to launch electric intercity bus services between Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam (Vizag). The initiative marks a step forward in the electrification of long-distance bus travel in India. As part of the first […]
A new era has begun at Munich Airport: AeroGround, the airport’s wholly owned ground handling subsidiary, is converting its entire apron bus fleet to fully electric MAN Lion’s City E vehicles. Over the coming years, up to 74 emission-free e-buses are set to enter service. To bring this transition to life, MAN Truck & Bus […]
Ashok Leyland has expanded its footprint in Qatar through a new partnership with FAMCO Qatar, an Al-Futtaim Group company. The move builds on Ashok Leyland’s successful 2024 expansion into Saudi Arabia with FAMCO KSA, reinforcing the strong strategic alliance between Al-Futtaim and Ashok Leyland. The launch, held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre, marks […]
Busworld Europe 2025 concluded after yet another record-breaking edition — a show that was not just bigger but also more vibrant and dynamic than ever before. With expanded exhibition space, a surge in exhibitors, and an electrifying atmosphere across the Brussels Expo halls, this year’s event reaffirmed Busworld’s standing as the world’s premier platform for […]
TATA Power EV Charging Solutions Limited (TPEVCSL), a subsidiary of Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited, and VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) have announced a landmark collaboration to accelerate the adoption of electric commercial vehicles in India, with a focus on the recently launched Eicher Pro X range of Small Commercial Vehicle. Under this MoU, both companies will […]
In the heart of Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, PMPML (Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited) stands as the primary mover of people and possibilities. With 17 depots, nearly 2,000 buses, and an ambitious roadmap for clean energy transition, PMPML is in the midst of a dynamic transformation under its current leadership. Rajesh Rajgor sat down with Deepa […]
In an insightful conversation with Rajesh Rajgor, Sanyam Gandhi, Director, Chartered Speed, shares the company’s journey from its inception to becoming a major mobility player across eight states. He discusses the company’s expansion, electrification push, operational strategies, and the future of public transport in India. With a strong focus on passenger safety, technology, and long-term […]
EKA Mobility, a pioneer in electric vehicles and technology, has made a groundbreaking stride in India’s sustainable transportation sector by unveiling India’s most comprehensive and largest range of electric commercial vehicles at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. This marks a significant milestone in India’s journey towards clean mobility, offering an extensive lineup designed to meet […]