BIS Introduces New Safety Standards For EVs In India
Delhi/Hyderabad, June 23 (Maxim News): The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) introduced two new guidelines aimed at enhancing the safety of electric vehicles in the L, M, and N categories.
Click Here To Join Us On WhatsApp
L refers to two-wheelers, while the M and N categories correspond to four-wheelers and goods trucks, respectively. These new sets of rules, called IS 18590: 2024 and IS 18606: 2024, focus on the main parts of electric cars, buses, and trucks, especially the powertrain (which includes parts like the motor and transmission).
These standards are crucial in driving the transition to a more sustainable environmentally friendly and efficient transportation system in the country.
Click Here To Join Us On WhatsApp
“These standards focus on the critical component of electric vehicles – the powertrain- ensuring it meets stringent safety requirements. Additionally, they emphasize the safety and performance of batteries, ensuring they are both powerful and secure,” the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution said in an official statement.
With the introduction of these rules, the country now has 30 local standards dedicated to electric vehicles and their accessories, including charging systems.
Click Here To Join Us On WhatsApp
As the popularity of electric vehicles extends beyond cars and trucks, BIS has introduced IS 18294: 2023, which establishes safety standards specifically for these vehicles. These rules make sure that e-rickshaws and E-karts are built and function safely, protecting both the drivers and the passengers.
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)_ is the National Standards Body of India under the Department of Consumer Affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs. Food and Public Distribution of the Government of India.
Click Here To Join Us On WhatsApp
It performs the major role of formulation, recognition, and promotion of the Indian Standards. The body also helps industries to upgrade the quality of their products and services. (Maxim News)
Next Story :
-
Kishan Reddy Sensational Comments On Allu Arjun’s Episode Saying Its Police Failure
![Kishan Reddy Sensational Comments On Allu Arjun’s Episode Saying Its Police Failure]()
Hyderabad, Dec 23 (Maxim News): It is known that a woman named Revathi died in the stampede at Sandhya Theatre. However, in this incident, icon star Allu Arjun was arrested by Chikkadapalli police. He was released from Cherlapalli Central Jail after the Telangana High Court granted interim bail. Later, Chief Minister Reanth Reddy spoke on this issue in…
-
Congress Govt. Shelved Christmas, Ramzan Gift Schemes: Harish Rao
![Congress Govt. Shelved Christmas, Ramzan Gift Schemes: Harish Rao]()
Hyderabad, Dec 23 (Maxim News): Former Minister and BRS MLA T. Harish Rao said that the Congress government had stopped presenting Christmas and Ramzan gifts to minorities besides denying bathukamma sarees to women of Telangana during the festivals.
-
10 Held At Secunderabad Railway Station For Selling Baby
![10 Held At Secunderabad Railway Station For Selling Baby]()
Hyderabad, Dec 23 (Maxim News): The Gopalapuram police caught a gang of 10 individuals on charges of selling a newborn baby at Secunderabad Railway station.
-
Premier Energies To Set Up 1 GW Solar Manufacturing Facility At EMC Maheshwaram
![Premier Energies To Set Up 1 GW Solar Manufacturing Facility At EMC Maheshwaram]()
Hyderabad, Dec 23 (Maxim News): In a major boost to the local supply chain for solar-related components, Premier Energies Global Environment Limited (PEGL), a subsidiary of Premier Energies, has announced plans to establish a 1 GW solar module manufacturing facility at the Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC) Maheshwaram industrial zone in the city outskirts.
Now you can get the latest stories from Indtoday on Telegram every day. Click the link to subscribe. Click to follow Indtoday’s Facebook page, Twitter and Instagram. For all the latest Hyderabad News updates
