In association with Bluwheelz, SUN Mobility has announced the availability of conversion kits for Tata ACE automobiles. Through the program, fleet operators can use SUN Mobility’s battery swapping technology to convert their current Tata ACE fixed battery cars or internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to swappable electric vehicles (EVs).
Operators and financiers of the Tata ACE fleet were present at the inaugural event. When compared to buying new diesel or CNG vehicles, the retrofit solution is offered as a potential cost-saving measure for operators. The experts estimate that operators who convert from diesel vehicles to retrofit battery-switching electric vehicles (EVs) might save almost 40% monthly, while those who convert from CNG vehicles could save about 30%.
The electric Tata ACE, equipped with SUN Mobility’s swappable battery technology, is described as offering extended vehicle life, reduced operational costs, and increased uptime. The ability to operate during no-entry hours in the Delhi area is noted as a potential advantage for productivity.
The retrofit option is presented as a way for businesses to align with government regulations mandating conversion to electric vehicles while potentially maintaining their existing operations without significant new vehicle investments.
Anant Badjatya, CEO of SUN Mobility, stated that the initiative would be launched in NCR before expanding to other states. Sanjiv Gupta, Founder & Chairman of Bluwheelz, expressed support for the collaboration, describing the retrofit kits as a solution for transitioning to electric vehicles while potentially reducing carbon footprint and enhancing operational efficiency.
The event also provided an opportunity for discussions with fleet operators regarding their views on transitioning to electric vehicles.
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