Bangladesh’s ban on used and reconditioned electric vehicles (EVs) has sparked debate over whether the country has the infrastructure and regulatory framework needed to manage the batteries that power them.

The concern becomes more serious when those batteries reach the end of their useful lives. Bangladesh currently lacks adequate infrastructure and a comprehensive policy framework for the collection, recycling and disposal of used EV batteries

BAAMA urged the tax authority to revise the proposed fiscal measures

Electric cars are getting cheaper, more efficient and can travel farther than ever. China is driving the transition, but Europe and other countries are catching up fast

The government’s proposed tax incentives and duty cuts for electric vehicles (EVs) in the fiscal year 2026-27 budget are expected to give a significant boost to Bangladesh’s nascent EV market, industry insiders said.

For years, battery-run three-wheelers have operated largely outside the scope of formal regulation. Attempting to ban them altogether (as is commonly suggested) would neither be practical nor economically sound. A better approach would be to modernise and retrofit the existing fleet in phases while also keeping in mind the safety of passengers and drivers.

It also proposes lowering taxes on imported electric vehicles

Electric Vehicles (EVs), once regarded as exclusive novelties for high-end consumers in Bangladesh, are beginning to emerge as a more visible part of urban life.

Exhibition at PMO features SUVs, truck, covered van, autorickshaw and motorcycles

Sales of electric vehicles (EVs) across Europe rose sharply in the first quarter of 2026, as higher petrol prices prompted drivers to shift away from internal combustion engine cars, according to a recent report by Reuters.

Seven charging stations will be in Dhaka and 14 others countrywide

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Lucid Air borrows nothing from the competitors, bringing in new standards in terms of electric efficiency with a range of 530 miles while having 1111 horsepower for their highest trim

The emerging fleet of electric vehicles (EV) provoked fascination at the Detroit Auto Show, but many consumers were not yet ready to take the plunge to own one themselves.

Hyundai Motor Company recently announced its first electric sedan - the Ioniq 6, hoping to compete with Tesla.

Three-wheeler rickshaws are an essential mode of transportation in many parts of Asia. Keeping that very target audience in mind, Nunam, a German–Indian start-up called is bringing three electric rickshaws to the Indian market.

With the number of electricity-run vehicles like easy-bikes and electric cars increasing gradually in the country, the government has decided to bring those under regulation.