Delta reported that Tata Motors (Commercial Vehicle – EV), ThunderPlus Solutions, and Delta Electronics India have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
Up to 250 new electric vehicle (EV) fast charging stations for LCVs (Light Commercial Vehicles) will be installed as part of this strategic partnership’s mission across 50 Indian cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Pune, Kochi, and more.
Key Objectives:
- Infrastructure Development: The partnership intends to install EV Fast charging stations on regularly traveled routes, in high-demand urban areas, and in dealers’ and service networks.
- Data Sharing: To maximize the charging network’s deployment and efficiency, the parties will exchange charger utilization data.
- Customer Experience: Persistent efforts will be made to improve the charging experience with co-branded products and easy payment options.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Tata Motors: Will offer distribution of promotional materials and data on strategic sites, routes, and growth prospects for the charging network.
- Delta Electronics: Will guarantee product reliability and customer satisfaction by providing EV chargers that are compatible with commercial EVs made by Tata Motors.
- ThunderPlus Solutions: Will use an OPEX model to run the charging stations and work together to develop cutting-edge features that cater to customers and payment options.
The collaboration supports the Indian government’s goal of moving toward greener mobility options and is consistent with Delta Electronics’ mission to promote sustainable development through energy-efficient solutions.
The partnership between ThunderPlus Solutions, a leader in EV public charging stations, and Tata Motors, a pioneer in electric commercial vehicles, will guarantee that the infrastructure for charging EVs satisfies the highest requirements for efficiency and dependability.
By reducing carbon emissions and promoting environmental conservation, this Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) reinforces the parties’ shared commitment to making electric vehicles a practical and viable option for commercial transportation. It also highlights the parties’ commitment to environmental sustainability and innovation in the Indian automotive industry.
Key Comments
Mr. Vinay Pathak, Vice President & Business Head – SCV&PU, Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles, said, “Our endeavour is to make emission-free cargo transportation easily accessible. 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.”
Mr. Niranjan Nayak, Managing Director of Delta Electronics India, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, “We are excited to partner with Tata Motors and ThunderPlus Solutions, in this significant step towards accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles in India. Delta is a global leading provider of EV charging solutions, having shipped more than 3 million EV chargers to our customers worldwide over the past 15 years. Our unique expertise in integrating smart, energy-saving solutions and EV charging infrastructure will be crucial to the success of this partnership and its goal of developing a sustainable and robust EV ecosystem in our country.”
Mr. Rajeev YSR, CEO Thunderplus Solutions Pvt Ltd, stated, “We are excited to partner with Tata Motors and Delta in this groundbreaking initiative. Our focus is on enabling electric commercial vehicle customers with top-notch charging solutions that ensure convenience and reliability. This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to drive sustainable transportation solutions across India. This initiative completely falls in line with our campaign #HarGharThunder through which we intend to make the charge point affordable to each house; making electric vehicle charging abundantly available thus removing the charge anxiety.”
Ms. Manjula Girish, Business Head, EV Charging and Photovoltaic Inverter division, Delta Electronics India, added, “This MoU marks an important milestone in our journey to support India’s transition to electric mobility. By leveraging our expertise in EV charging technology and collaborating with industry leaders like Tata Motors and ThunderPlus Solutions, we aim to create a seamless and efficient charging network that will drive the future of electric commercial vehicles in India. The collaboration also includes the sharing of charger utilization data, optimizing the infrastructure to meet the growing demand for EV charging.”
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