The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has issued two new standards: IS 18590: 2024 and IS 18606: 2024 for EVs, focusing specifically on their powertrains. These new standards aim to improve the overall safety of EVs in India.

• These guidelines apply to a range of vehicles, including two-wheelers, four-wheelers, goods trucks, e-rickshaws, and e-karts.

New Regulations:

• IS 18590: 2024: Focuses on the essential components of electric cars, buses, and trucks, emphasizing the powertrain, including motor and transmission systems.
• IS 18606: 2024: Targets critical components of EVs, highlighting battery safety and performance to ensure robustness and security.

About BIS

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), formerly known as the Indian Standards Institution (ISI), is a government organisation in charge of standardising and certifying products, processes, systems, and services. It falls within the purview of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution.