The Delhi government has prepared a draft of its EV policy 2.0 which proposes to expand the benefits for all electric cars for hybrid vehicles. Many car manufacturers, especially in developing BEV (battery electric vehicle) technology, have expressed concern about policy change.
- Delhi government proposes to include hybrid cars in EV profit structure
- The proposal states that registration and road tax is to be waived for hybrid cars (up to Rs 20 lakh)
- EV manufacturers like Mahindra, Tata, and Hyundai are allegedly unhappy with the proposed policy change
Delhi EV Policy 2.0 Hybrid Cars Benefits Motion
According to a recent Mint report, the Delhi government shared the EV policy 2.0 draft with several domestic and foreign car manufacturers earlier this week, so that they could get their response. The policy states that in Delhi-NCR, road tax and registration fee on EVS The price of hybrid cars was up to Rs 20 lakh (East-showroom) will be forgiven. It is worth noting that these discounts will only apply to strong hybrids and plug-in hybrid vehicles; Light hybrid cars are excluded.
Hybrid types explained
Strong hybrid usually features a small lithium-ion battery working closely with the engine to provide electricity to the vehicle. These setups have a small amount of electric-level range, and once it is finished, the engine moves and recharges the battery.
Plug-in hybrids have comparatively large batteries, and so it can fully cover a much more distance on electric power. Once the border is finished, the battery can be recharged by the engine (it takes longer than a strong hybrid), or by plugging it into an EV charging socket. The latter option is not present on a strong hybrid.
Unlike the above two, light hybrids cannot be operated on electric power alone. They use a small electric motor to provide gentle electrical aid to the engine when accelerating the low speed, and can recreate the energy from braking and use it to provide electricity to supporting systems in the vehicle.
Car manufacturer’s response to Delhi EV policy 2.0 draft
EV proposed proposed policy changes are important
Manufacturers who have allocated huge funds and resources for EV development, such as Bye, MahindraAnd HyundaiIt is reportedly talked about the possibility of hybrid cars, which are involved in the umbrella. They are also concerned that the Delhi government should apply equal benefits for EVS and hybrids, other states can quickly follow the suit. Uttar Pradesh was the first to waive these allegations for hybrid vehicles in July 2024, which attracted criticism from various car manufacturers.
There are currently no strong hybrids or plug-in hybrid models in India due to their increased emphasis on EVS, Tata, Hyundai, and Mahindra. However, the hybrid version of the model like Hyundai sells Then, Santa Fe, DockAnd Taxon In foreign markets.
Maruti Suzuki and Toyota lag behind in the Indian EV race, but not for a long time
At the other end of the spectrum, Maruti Suzuki, HondaAnd Toyota Like a strong hybrid models are selling Grand Vitara, Urban cruiser, City e: Hev, Innova HycrossAnd Unstoppable In India, but so far any all-electric model is to be launched here. However, Maruti Suzuki is ready to launch its first BEV – Will survive – This year, and Toyota will follow the suit with a fragrant twin Urban Cruiser EV concept.
It should be noted that the EV policy 2.0 draft is not final. The Delhi government will call the car manufacturers after assessing reactions from car manufacturers.
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