In BRICS nations, focus shifts to public transport in EV push

Source: Hindustan Times | Original Published At: 2026-09-10 06:00:41 UTC

Key Points

• An IISD analysis found a strong push toward vehicle electrification across BRICS countries, covering the 11 full members and 10 partner countries.
• The report said support for electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, buses and shared transport can improve affordable mobility, equity, oil security and air quality.
• India's EV support has developed through successive programmes, including FAME-I, launched in 2015.
• Indonesia's e-motorcycle subsidy changes affected sales, with a new subsidy announced for August 2026.
• Thailand's EV 3.5 package provides subsidies for eligible electric motorcycles priced below about $4,500.
• China's national trade-in programme supported the purchase of 12.5 million e-bicycles in 2025.
• Experts said EV programmes focused only on private cars may benefit affluent households, while broader access can help oil-importing economies.