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Centre proposes new rules for low-powered electric two-wheelers
The Union government has proposed new regulations for low-powered electric two-wheelers, including a requirement for speed limiters to cap their top speed at 25 km/h. The draft rules, published by the Ministry…
The Union government has proposed new regulations for low-powered electric two-wheelers, including a requirement for speed limiters to cap their top speed at 25 km/h. The draft rules, published by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, also mandate that these vehicles must have a motor power not exceeding 250 watts and a battery voltage of up to 48 volts.
Vehicles meeting these specifications would be classified as 'low-speed electric two-wheelers' and would not require registration or a driving licence to operate. The proposal aims to promote electric mobility and reduce road accidents involving untrained riders. The ministry has invited public comments on the draft within 30 days before finalising the rules.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The proposal creates a new vehicle class that sits between an e-bicycle and a conventional electric scooter, potentially lowering the entry barrier for millions of commuters who cannot afford registration costs or lack a licence. Under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules 1989, any motorised two-wheeler above 25 km/h currently requires registration and a valid licence. The 30-day comment period will test how state transport departments view the enforcement challenge, especially on roads where actual speeds often exceed posted limits. The final notification will determine whether manufacturers get a clear classification for low-speed models or face ambiguity on power ratings.
Source: odishatv.in
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