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Motown pitches for continuation of FAME scheme for electric vehicles
Amid uncertainty over the extension of the FAME scheme, the auto industry has once again emphasized the need for ongoing government support to ensure a successful transition to electric vehicles (EVs). During a panel discussion on sustainable mobility, industry leaders stressed that India requires significant incentives and support from the government. While major automakers advocate for assistance, entrepreneurs in the EV sector call for a policy shift, focusing on localization and support for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Retro-fitment: How to convert a petrol, diesel, or CNG car into an electric one. Rules and process
Retrofitting will enable people to continue using their expensive vehicles and benefit the environment. However, it comes with a significant cost. The process requires approval from a designated testing agency.
Daredevil motorcyclist attempts '3 Idiots' stunt on Delhi roads, face heavy penalty from police
In Delhi, a man was caught imitating a scene from "3 idiots" movie while riding a motorbike recklessly without wearing a helmet, with a woman and a child riding pillion. The incident, motivated by a desire for social media fame rather than emergency, prompted a sarcastic response from Delhi Police, who issued a Rs 15,000 fine. The incident also raises concerns about road safety awareness, accented by dangerous behavior, road accidents, and injuries.
Delhi govt extends permit validity of taxis running on CNG, other clean fuels upto 15 years
"All the Taxies plying on CNG or Clean Fuel registered in Delhi possessing Contract Carriage (Delhi NCR) Permit, the validity of the permit shall remain valid for 15 years subject to fulfillment of all other prescribed conditions, " the notification said.
Maruti Suzuki India working on various initiatives to make roads safer: Company official
As part of the initiative, Maruti Suzuki's automated driving test track at Lado Sarai was inaugurated by Delhi Government Principal Secretary for Transport Ashish Kundra on Friday.
No end to electric two-wheeler companies' FAME 2 subsidy woes
At least six new CMVR certified electric two-wheeler models of makers such as Hero Electric, Bgauss and others are waiting for months to be enrolled on the NAB (national automotive board) portal to claim the FAME 2 subsidy. This, despite these models have complied to CMVR (Central Motor Vehicle Rules Notified by Government of India) and the recently-mandated AIS 156 Phase 2 stringent battery certification, said sources close to the development.
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Not wearing seat belt claimed 16,397 lives in road accidents in 2021, says Ministry data
A total of 4,12,432 road accidents occurred in 2021 which claimed 1,53,972 lives while 3,84,448 people were injured. According to the report, not wearing helmet caused injuries to 93,763 persons and not wearing seat belt caused injuries to 39,231 persons during 2021. Not using safety devices such as helmet and seat belt does not cause accidents but are critical for averting fatal and grievous injuries in the event of road accidents.
Road Ministry asks states to look into rule violations by manufacturers, dealers
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in an advisory to states said that these manufacturers and dealers are supplying higher battery capacity models, which are plying with a top speed of 40-55 kmph without type approval, insurance and vehicle identification as per norms.
Crack down on EV sellers that claim low top speeds to evade regulation: Centre to states
The Transport Ministry further specified that a two-wheeled battery operated vehicle shall not be deemed to be a motor vehicle if it is equipped with an electric motor having 30 minute power of less than 0.25 kW. Unladed weight (excluding battery weight) of these vehicles is not supposed to cross 60 kilogrammes. They also need to be fitted with suitable brakes and retro-reflective devices such as a white reflector in the front and a red one in the rear.
Six airbags rule for passenger cars deferred by a year to October 2023
Union Road Transport & Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday announced that the deadline for mandatory implementation of six airbags in a passenger car has been pushed by a year, i.e., with effect from October 01, 2023. The deadline has been extended due to global supply chain constraints being faced by the auto industry and its impact on the macroeconomic scenario, the minister said.
Government recognised genuine concern of auto industry by deferring implementation of airbag norm: Bhargava
The government had earlier planned to make six airbags mandatory in eight-seater vehicles for enhanced safety of occupants from October 1, 2022.
MoRTH makes 58 citizen-centric RTO services available online based on Aadhaar authentication
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) on Saturday informed that as many as 58 citizen-centric services related to driving license, vehicle registration, and transfer of ownership can now be availed online with the help of Aadhaar authentication on voluntary basis.
Not wearing seat belt on rear seat to attract penalty: Nitin Gadkari
The minister said that the government will release an official notification in the coming three days detailing the penalty that will be levied on the passenger for not wearing a sea tbelt. "Earlier, there was a penalty for not wearing seat belt for the driver and co-passenger only, but we have updated the law to include rear seat passengers as well," Gadkari said while speaking at an event.
Govt trying to make it mandatory for carmakers to provide six airbags in 8-seater vehicles: Nitin Gadkari
"A draft notification has been issued on January 14, 2022, which mandates that vehicles of category M1, manufactured after October 1, 2022, shall be fitted with two side/side torso air bags, one each for the persons occupying front row outboard seating positions, and two side curtain/tube air bags, one each for the persons occupying outboard seating positions," it had said.
Mandatory wearing of seat belt in rear seat could have saved Cyrus Mistry
The 2017 GLC 220d 4MATIC comes with seven airbags overall. There are no front-facing airbags for rear passengers in the car and just curtain airbags on the sides.
Mandatory wearing of seat belt in rear seat could have saved Cyrus Mistry
Even traffic officers rarely fine rear-seat passengers for not wearing seat belts. According to KK Kapila, President Emeritus of the International Road Federation, the practise of fastening seat belts in the rear seat is very low even in big cities and metros, and near-zero in mid to smaller cities in India. According to the preliminary investigation, Mistry was not wearing a seat belt, was speeding, and the driver's "error of judgement" caused the accident.
EVs in India should not be too silent: Draft standards
If the existing vehicle design does not permit conforming to this standard, an Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS), crudely similar to a loudspeaker, will need to be installed by the vehicle manufacturer.
Commission for Air Quality Management comes up with plan for abetment of air pollution from vehicles in NCR
As vehicles are the second-highest contributors to particulate pollution in the country, the Commission for Air Quality Management has come up with an extensive action plan for abetment of air pollution from vehicles and the transport sector in the National Capital Region (NCR) and the adjoining states.
Govt proposes implementation of fuel consumption standards for all vehicles from April next year
The MoRTH in a statement said the aim of this notification is to expand the ambit of vehicles for compliance with FCS, and hence introduce more fuel efficient vehicles.
Six airbags to be made mandatory in eight-seater vehicles: Nitin Gadkari
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in January said that to enhance the safety of occupants of motor vehicles against lateral impact, it has been decided to enhance safety features by amending the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989.
Highway projects of Rs 3.36 lakh cr sanctioned in 3 yrs to FY21
The Road Transport and Highways Ministry has sanctioned highway projects of about Rs 3,36,661 crore during the three years to 2020-21. The time for the completion of a project is generally kept two-three years from the date of the award.
Minimum 6 airbags to be made mandatory in vehicles carrying up to 8 passengers from October: MoRTH
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in a statement said that in order to enhance the safety of occupants of the motor vehicle against lateral impact, it has been decided to enhance safety features by amending the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989.
FASTag users in the country breach two crore-mark as more people opt for digital payments
The highways ministry in July last year had asked the National Highways Authority of India for conversion of all toll lanes at all national highways to 'FASTag lanes', a move that will make travel through toll plazas seamless and also remove congestion.
Centre notifies amendment to motor vehicle rules for ownership details in registration papers
The step was taken after it was brought to the notice of the the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) that the ownership details are not properly reflected in various forms under Central Motor Vehicles Rules required for registration of motor vehicles.
Govt to facilitate renewal of international driving licence for citizens who are abroad
A draft notification has been issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in this regard.
Govt proposes to make FASTags mandatory in all four wheelers from January 1, 2021
The move comes amid the Centre’s aggressive drive to push digital payments on toll plazas across National highways in order to reduce congestion and reduce travel time.
Govt seeks suggestions on notification for ownership details in vehicle registration documents
It is proposed to amend Form 20 of the CMVR, 1989 to capture detailed ownership type such as autonomous body, central government, charitable trust, driving training school, divyangjan, educational institute, local authority, multiple owners, police department etc, the statement said.
Govt notifies regulations for tyres, safety glass under Central Motor Vehicles Rules
The specification for the tyre pressure monitoring system ( TPMS) for vehicles up to maximum mass of 3.5 tonnes has also been provided, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways said in a statement. TPMS monitors inflation pressure of the tyre or its variation and transmits the information to the driver, thereby enhancing the road safety.
One lakh e-rickshaws on road, just 4,500 legal
To ensure that most of the battery-operated three-wheelers get registered, the Delhi government had also promised a Rs-15,000 subsidy.
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