Electric Vehicles: A Review on Advantages and Challenges Faced in India
摘要
The adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in India is driven by the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions, combat rising air pollution, and mitigate the economic burden caused by oil dependency. India, the second largest importer of oil, faces challenges due to fluctuating crude oil prices and depleting reserves. Transitioning from conventional vehicles to EVs presents an opportunity to address these environmental and economic issues. Government initiatives such as the National Electric Mobility Plan 2020 and the FAME-II scheme aim to increase EV adoption by offering subsidies, improving infrastructure, and promoting renewable energy sources like solar and wind. Despite these efforts, EVs face significant challenges, including high costs, inadequate charging infrastructure, and dependency on rare earth materials like lithium for batteries. Innovations like Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology are emerging as solutions for integrating EVs with energy grids, though they remain in developmental stages. Additionally, EVs offer numerous benefits, including reduced greenhouse gas emissions, lower maintenance costs, and resource conservation, making them a sustainable alternative for the future. This paper highlights the advancements, opportunities, and challenges faced by the EV industry in India, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts between government, industry, and consumers to overcome barriers and accelerate EV adoption for a cleaner, more sustainable future.