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Homegrown car manufacturer Tata Motorshas announced a collaboration with Delta Electronics India and Thunderplus Solutions Pvt Ltd to enhance electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the country. This partnership aims to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles, particularly in the commercial sector, by expanding the availability of charging stations on high-traffic routes.
The memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between the three companies describes their respective roles in this initiative:
- Tata Motors will identify locations and recommend dealerships for new charging stations.
- Delta Electronics will supply the necessary charging hardware.
- Thunderplus Solutions will oversee the installation and operation of the stations.
The goal is to boost the adoption of electric vehicles
Vinay Pathak, Vice President and Business Head, SCV and PU, Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles, pointed out how the availability of these charging points would encourage customers to opt for electric commercial vehicles.
“Our aim is to facilitate access to zero-emission freight transport. Expanding the available charging infrastructure on the most heavily used routes will encourage more customers to opt for electric commercial vehicles and improve vehicle uptime, leading to higher revenues and improved profitability, while contributing to a cleaner and greener environment,” said Pathak.
“Installing fast chargers at our dealerships allows them convenient access to a familiar location and a reliable charging facility,” he said.
Advances in electric vehicle charging technology
Speaking about the partnership, Niranjan Nayak, CEO, Delta Electronics India Pvt Ltd, said, “Delta aims to provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better future. This collaboration with Tata Motors and Thunderplus enables us to contribute significantly to India’s electric charging ecosystem. Our advanced charging technology will play a crucial role in enhancing the electric commercial vehicle experience for users across the country.”
“Our aim is to offer EV customers world-class charging solutions that ensure convenience and reliability. This collaboration perfectly aligns with our mission to drive sustainable transportation solutions across India. This initiative is fully in tune with our #HarGharThunder campaign, through which we aim to make charging point affordable for every household; making EV charging widely available, thereby eliminating charging anxiety,” added Rajeev YSR, CEO, Thunderplus Solutions Pvt Ltd.
Strengthening the charging network
The partnership aims to strengthen the charging infrastructure required for Tata Motors’ Ace EV, a small commercial vehicle (SCV) designed for last-mile deliveries. Built on Tata’s EVOGEN platform, the Ace EV features advanced technology including a battery management system, Fleet Edge telematics and robust components to ensure optimum performance. It features a certified range of 154 km on a single charge, powered by a single electric motor delivering 36 BHP and 130 Nm of torque. The vehicle also includes a lightweight container with a cargo volume of 208 cubic feet and can tackle gradients of up to 22 per cent when fully charged.
Tata Motors has already taken significant steps in promoting the Ace EV by signing MoUs with major players like Amazon, BigBasket, City Link, DOT, Flipkart, LetsTransport, MoEVing and Yelo EV for its deployment. With over 150 EV service centres spread across India, Tata Motors is well positioned to support the growing demand for electric commercial vehicles.
First published: August 21, 2024 | 15:35 IS
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