Tata Motors has partnered with Delta Electronics India and Thunderplus Solutions Pvt Ltd to expand charging infrastructure for its electric commercial vehicles by setting up 250 new fast charging stations across the country.
Located in and around over 50 cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Pune, and Kochi among others, these new charging stations will significantly increase the existing network of 540 commercial vehicle charging points.
E-commerce companies, parcel and courier service providers, among other industries, are increasing the adoption of commercial EVs for the last-mile deliveries to reduce their carbon footprint. Basis its understanding of commercial EV movement, Tata Motors will recommend optimal locations and nearest dealerships for setting-up these fast-charging stations. While Delta Electronics will supply the necessary hardware, Thunderplus Solutions will install and operate them.
Vinay Pathak, Vice President and Business Head – SCV&PU, Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles, said, "Expanding the available charging infrastructure on high-use routes will encourage more customers to opt for electric commercial vehicles and improve vehicle uptime resulting in higher revenues and better profitability, while contributing towards a cleaner, greener environment."
Installing fast chargers at our dealerships makes it convenient for them to gain access at a familiar location with reliable charging facility, he added.
Niranjan Nayak, Managing Director, Delta Electronics India added, "This collaboration with Tata Motors and Thunderplus allows us to contribute significantly to India's electric cargo ecosystem."
Rajeev YSR, CEO Thunderplus Solutions Pvt Ltd, stated, "Our focus is on enabling electric commercial vehicle customers with top-notch charging solutions that ensure convenience and reliability.”
Tata Motors offers the Ace EV – India's most advanced four-wheel e-cargo solution for last-mile deliveries. It is supported by over 150 Electric Vehicle Service Centres across the country and is equipped with an advanced battery management system, Fleet Edge telematics system and robust aggregates for best-in-class uptime.
Leveraging the immense capabilities of the Tata UniEVerse, the Ace EV benefits from collaborations with relevant Tata Group companies and partnerships with the country's leading financiers to offer customers a holistic e-cargo mobility solution. The Ace EV can be purchased at all Tata Motors commercial vehicle dealerships across the country.