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Sharjah Taxi tests first electric vehicles
Startup News FYI
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2y ago
Medial
Sharjah Taxi, a transportation company, is conducting its first tests of electric vehicles (EVs) for eco-friendly transportation. By introducing EVs into their fleet, Sharjah Taxi aims to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable transportation options. This move reflects the company's commitment to environmental responsibility and contributes to the ongoing global efforts towards a greener future.
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Karnataka bans electric bike taxi services, says it is 'illegal and unsafe for women'
IndianStartupNews
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1y ago
Medial
The Karnataka government has withdrawn the 2021 Karnataka Electric Bike Taxi Scheme due to concerns over safety and legal violations. The scheme aimed to promote electric mobility and urban connectivity but was deemed unsafe for women and in violation of the Motor Vehicles Act. Clashes between electric bike taxi riders and traditional auto rickshaw drivers have exacerbated concerns. Startups like Rapido clarify that the ban does not affect their operations. The withdrawal raises questions about the future of electric mobility and urban transport in Karnataka.
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Ola restarts bike taxi operation in Bengaluru, goes all electric
Money Control
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1y ago
Medial
Ride-sharing firm Ola has announced the restart of its bike taxi services in Bengaluru. This time, they will exclusively use Ola Electric's S1 scooters. The pricing is set at Rs 25 for 5km and Rs 50 for 10km, positioning it as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly mode of transport. The move comes amidst discussions of a potential ban on bike taxis due to concerns over rider safety and the promotion of electric vehicles. Ola aims to expand its electric bike taxi services to other cities in India in the coming months.
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Bike taxi group writes to Delhi LG seeking more time to make EV shift
Entrackr
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1y ago
Medial
The Apna Bike Taxi Association, representing 1,000 bike taxi drivers in Delhi, has urged the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi to provide more time to implement the new Motor Vehicle Aggregator and Delivery Service Provider Scheme 2023, which requires two-wheeler taxi aggregators to use electric vehicles (EVs) only. The association argues that the transition to EVs is impractical as there is a lack of infrastructure and expensive and unreliable two-wheeler EV options. They are requesting up to two years to make the switch to EVs. The policy also raises concerns for bike taxi apps' gig workers, as it aims for 100% electrification from the outset.
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New York wants more electric Ubers. Everyone is mad
Wired
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1y ago
Medial
The article from WIRED discusses the change in rules in New York City's Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) that allows aspiring Uber and Lyft drivers to freely apply for a license to drive in the city if they have an electric vehicle. This change aimed to increase the number of electric vehicles on the road and incentivize the development of more charging infrastructure. However, a group representing taxi and ride-hail workers challenged the program, arguing that it would drive down wages and increase traffic congestion. A state court judge has ordered a pause on the program, and its future remains uncertain.
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Karnataka Brings Curtains Down On E-Bike Taxi Scheme After Auto Unions Outcry
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
The Karnataka government has withdrawn its electric bike taxi scheme due to its misuse and protests from auto-rickshaw unions. The scheme, implemented in July 2021, aimed to improve first and last-mile connectivity and create employment opportunities. However, the government has cited violations of the scheme, incidents of clashes between bike taxi riders and auto/taxi drivers, and concerns over women's safety as reasons for withdrawing it. Only one company, Wicked Ride (parent company of Bounce), had applied for a license under the scheme. The move follows the trend of other states like Delhi allowing bike taxis with electric bikes.
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Karnataka may end bike taxi services in Bengaluru on poor response from aggregators
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The Karnataka government is considering ending bike taxi services due to a lack of response from ride-hailing firms to offer electric two-wheelers. The only firm that has applied for a license under the bike taxi scheme is Wicked Ride, the parent company of EV manufacturer Bounce. The government has not found the response from platforms encouraging enough, despite Karnataka being the first state to promote electric bike taxis. A study will be conducted to reintroduce the scheme with modifications in Bengaluru. Auto drivers have demanded a ban on bike taxis in the region.
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Ola applies for licence to operate e-bike taxis in Karnataka
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
ANI Technologies, the parent company of Ola, has applied for a license to operate an electric bike taxi service in Bengaluru and other towns in Karnataka. The state allows EV two-wheelers to be used as bike taxis under its Electric Bike Taxi Scheme, 2021. Ola's founder, Bhavish Aggarwal, recently announced the re-launch of Ola Bike, a two-wheeler taxi service that will use electric scooters. The move is aimed at expanding ride-hailing services in smaller towns and promoting environmentally friendly transportation options.
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Mahindra set to drive in its first electric truck in 2025
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Automaker Mahindra & Mahindra is developing its first range of electric light commercial vehicles (LCVs) to compete in the growing market for cleaner technologies. The company plans to launch its electric four-wheeler commercial vehicles in 2025, alongside its existing electric three-wheeler cargo products. Mahindra aims to consolidate its leadership in the LCV category and compete with Tata Motors and Ashok Leyland. The shift towards electric LCVs is driven by emissions regulations and the pursuit of cost efficiencies by fleet operators. Mahindra currently holds the largest market share in the light commercial vehicles segment.
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Tata Motors aims to match ICE rivals’ prices to revitalize its EV sales with new Curvv SUV | Mint
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Tata Motors, India's largest passenger electric vehicle maker, has adopted an aggressive pricing strategy for its electric vehicles (EVs), matching them with prices of competing conventional vehicles. The move aims to boost the sales of Tata Motors' EVs amid a recent industry-wide decline in EV sales. The company's latest offering, the electric Curvv coupe SUV, is the first step in the plan to introduce more electric vehicles and move up the premium SUV segment. Tata Motors attributes the competitive pricing to decreasing battery costs and cost-saving measures.
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No more bike taxis in Bengaluru as Karnataka withdraws its bike policy citing its misuse
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The Karnataka government has banned bike taxi services due to a lack of response from ride-hailing companies to offer electric two-wheelers and misuse of the existing policy. The Karnataka Electric Bike Taxi Scheme, introduced on July 14, 2021, has been withdrawn. Only one company, Wicked Ride, had applied for a license under the scheme. The government plans to modify the scheme and reintroduce it after conducting a comprehensive study on the mobility sector. Bengaluru has become a contentious market for bike taxis, with clashes between auto drivers and bike taxi services.
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