New Delhi, May 19 -- Electric mobility in India has moved from being an environmental statement to an economic necessity.

An expected yet sudden Rs.3-per-litre fuel hike, along with government austerity measures such as remote-work mandates to conserve foreign reserves, has intensified the pressure on internal combustion engines. Electric vehicles (EVs) are no longer futuristic alternatives - they are increasingly financial hedges against fuel volatility.

But unlocking their full value requires new habits. EV ownership is not just about buying electric - it's about managing range, charging behaviour and battery health intelligently.

Maximizing value for money (VFM) means looking beyond the sticker price and focusing on total cost of ow...