Energy & Petroleum News Today

A one-year owner review of the River Indie electric scooter highlights its 110 km real-world range, 43-litre storage, and strong utility, despite lacking Bluetooth and weighing 143 kg.

Due to Ukrainian drone strikes disrupting domestic capacity, Russia imported a record 172,000 tonnes of oil products in August, with India supplying 70 percent, highlighting shifting energy trade flows.

BYD's luxury brand Denza is entering India with the 1,156hp Z9 GT electric fastback priced at Rs 1.2-1.5 crore and the D9 luxury MPV priced around Rs 80 lakh.

Kerala faces a severe power crisis with peak demand reaching 5,200 MW against an assured 4,000 MW, driven by El Nino and high consumption, forcing unscheduled regulations and necessitating self-regulation.

CEAT ranks among the global top 20 tyre makers, holding a 17% domestic passenger vehicle share. The company focuses on smart mobility, EV-specific technologies, and safety-driven brand strategies amid growing market competition.

Facing severe power shortages and inability to purchase electricity, KSEB chairman urged employees to restrict power usage at home and offices, avoiding air conditioners and rescheduling electric vehicle charging.

Tata Motors plans five new launches in India, including new variants of the Sierra and Sierra.EV, facelifts for the Tigor ICE and EV, and the upcoming flagship Safari.EV SUV.

India's peak power demand hit a record 269 GW in September due to deficient rainfall and high temperatures, squeezing hydropower output and spiking coal reliance and electricity market prices.

Blinq has launched the Ryde micro EV in India, starting at Rs 4.50 lakh. It offers a 250 km range, 5-seater capacity, battery swapping technology, and advanced safety features for daily city commutes.

VinFast's luxury VF9 electric SUV is heading to India with a 123kWh battery, 402hp, 626km range, and fast charging. The 5.1-metre three-row vehicle aims to disrupt the premium EV market.