Retrofitting Of Electric Vehicles in India.

The rapid growth of electric cars in the West is encouraging Indian manufacturers to bring forth the era of electric vehicles. Retrofitting of electric vehicles is gaining favor among the Indian automobile manufacturers.
Electric vehicles can solve many of the problems related to our dependence on oil, but there are some challenges that need to be overcome before this dream becomes a reality.

Electric vehicles (EVs) have received considerable attention for their potential to reduce vehicular emissions. However, there is a lack of consensus on the technology behind EVs. The Indian Government has announced plans to completely ban the sale of diesel-powered vehicles from 2030 onwards. The government has partnered with several private companies in India to promote electric vehicle (EV) technology, which has been dubbed as "India's future emission reduction target." EVs are considered one of the most viable long-term solutions for pollution reduction in India, given that it is one of the most heavily polluted countries in the world in terms of air quality. The National Electric Mobility Mission Plan (NEMMP) — part of the National Clean Air Program — aims to achieve 95% adoption of EVs by 2030-35 by promoting an equitable and affordable EV infrastructure.

• Electric vehicles (EVs) are the need of the hour, especially with the current energy scenario.
• EVs run on battery power and hence do not emit any toxic pollutants.
• The National Electric Mobility Mission Plan is a major push towards creating infrastructure for EVs and plug-in hybrids in India which will help cut down carbon emissions by 37%.
• Retrofitting a vehicle does not require much investment, but challenges such as financial constraints and lack of awareness about retrofitting and about EVs in general is holding the market back.
• Although retrofitting can be done on any kind of car – hatchbacks, sedans and SUVs, it is best suited for taxis as they are one of the biggest contributors to pollution in cities.
• A converted electric car has zero emission, leading to purer air.
• Despite challenges, retrofitting offers an inexpensive way to convert fuel-run cars into electric ones and also helps save money.

Benefits of EV retrofitting 
There are many benefits of ev retrofitting like

• Lesser numbers of parts needed for powertrain.
• Zero pollution/zero emission.
• Cost effective (pocket friendly).
• It will be increasing the lifespan of your vehicle.

Safety of retrofitted vehicle                                              
In ev retrofitting there is no tamper with the existing and original safety features of the vehicle. these kits are being used after testing as per the given parameters, even transport department is more conscious and safety oriented when it comes to safety kits. RTO gives permissions to those retrofitting agencies who are following the standards laid down. electric vehicles are safer as the batteries are tested and only then given approval to be used on the vehicles. EV retrofitting is conducted at RTO approved centers only following all the safety norms. EV vehicles are a lot safer than CNG vehicles as the batteries are thoroughly tested and only then given approval to be used on the vehicles.

Cost of EV retrofitting 
Retrofitting is actually cheaper than the new vehicle as the customer already has his vehicle, all he needs to do is put on the conversion kit. The cost of retrofitting the vehicle will be around 70% of the cost of the brand-new electric vehicle. The cost of buying the petrol of your car and bike is a lot more than the cost needed to charge the EV. Goods and Service Tax plays an important role in higher cost of the kit. 

Future of EV retrofitting 
Currently, there are many startups into EV retrofitting for 2 wheelers, 3-wheeler and 4-wheeler vehicles. some of them are working on conversion of commercial vehicle like bus and truck also. soon we will see many more players into this field.