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High Fuel Prices in India Boost Electric Car Sales, but Problems Stay

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publishedSource: BBC Science & Environment
Fuel costs in India are going up. Many people now think about electric cars (EVs). When gasoline and diesel are expensive, EVs can feel like a better choice. This is helping more buyers in India. But EVs are not perfect yet. Some cars cost a lot at the start. Also, there are not enough charging stations in many places. Some drivers worry about how far an EV can go. These issues slow down faster EV growth.