Indian EV startup Godawari Electric Motors (GEM) has announced that it has received a homologation certificate for its upcoming e-scooter – Eblu Feo. The zero-emissions two-wheeler packs a 60V 42Ah lithium-ion battery, which has been tested to meet the stringent AIS 156 Phase 2 safety standards. That has been mandated by the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH). GEM claims Eblu Feo will offer “best-in-class mileage and safety” while featuring “optimum scooter height, weight and enough legroom to accommodate a gas cylinder”. With a top speed of 60kmph, the said e-scooter will be available in five colours. The price will be unveiled in the third quarter of 2023.

Al-Futtaim Automotive, a leading automotive business in the UAE, has committed to supporting sustainable mobility.  Now, that commitment extends beyond UAE’s boundaries as the automotive business has declared an investment of $ 15 million in the Indian electric two-wheeler start-up, River. For the unaware, River launched its first product, ‘Indie’, an urban electric scooter, within two years of its inception. The company lays a strong emphasis on innovative design and technology. Al-Futtaim Automotive believes that with the Indian EV sector skyrocketing, River is all set to become the mainstream electric solution in the subcontinent. Paul Willis, President of Al-Futtaim Automotive, shared, “We evaluated over 50 electric two-wheeler start-ups, and are impressed by the team’s vision and relentless commitment to in-house product development. I am confident that their products will see great success, in India and internationally.” 

Earlier this month, Tork Motors opened an outlet in Kolkata – the first in West Bengal. Now, there’s another one that’s open for business. The new dealership is at Marigold Building, opposite Nitin Company, Panchpakhadi area in Thane. The 3S (sales, service and spare parts) outlet is second in Maharashtra, following the first company-owned and operated facility at Law College in Pune. 

India’s first electric motorcycle manufacturer, Tork Motors, now has a touchpoint in Kolkata. Located at 9, A.J.C Bose Road, Mullick Bazar, Park Street area, it is the bikemaker’s first facility in West Bengal. The outlet is spread over 1,500 sq. ft. and qualifies to bag the 3S (sales, service, spare parts) tag. In other words, the dealership will serve existing customers and cater to potential clients under the same roof.