Tivolt Electric Vehicles, an electric vehicle (EV) initiative under the Indian conglomerate Murugappa Group, has formalised a partnership with Tata Power Renewable Energy aimed at developing a comprehensive EV charging ecosystem tailored for commercial fleets. This agreement marks a significant advancement in the accessibility and efficiency of charging infrastructure for Tivolt’s increasing array of small electric commercial vehicles.
The collaboration will leverage Tata Power's substantial experience in establishing and managing an extensive EV charging network, which has seen the company build over 200 customised charging stations across more than 100 cities in India, including major urban centres such as Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Pune, and Kochi. The partnership intends to facilitate charging at various locations including Tivolt dealerships, customer premises, and high-traffic public areas.
In tandem with the development of the charging infrastructure, Tata Power is also set to explore the installation of solar energy systems at Tivolt’s charging stations. This initiative aims to reduce the overall costs associated with charging by harnessing renewable energy sources, further enhancing the sustainability of the EV charging process.
Tata Power's EV charging network, branded as EZ Charge, is already substantial and continues to grow. Currently, it boasts over 100,000 home chargers, 6,500 public, semi-public, and fleet charging points, as well as 1,100 bus charging stations across 530 cities and towns throughout India.
“This strategic partnership will accelerate the development of EV charging infrastructure, a step towards empowering the EV ecosystem for e-trucks with robust, accessible charging solutions, ensuring that clean and sustainable mobility becomes a reality for our customers,” commented Saju Nair, CEO of Tivolt Electric Vehicles. This sentiment underscores the intent of the partnership to enhance the viability of electric commercial vehicles in India, aligning with the broader shift towards sustainable transportation solutions.
As the EV market continues to grow, collaborations like this one are expected to play a crucial role in shaping the future landscape of electric mobility and the infrastructure required to support it.
Source: Noah Wire Services