Jio-bp and TVS Motor Company on Tuesday said they have agreed to explore the creation of a robust public electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure for electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers in the country, building on Jio-bp’s growing network in this space.
"Under this proposed partnership, the customers of TVS electric vehicles are expected to get access to the widespread charging network of Jio-bp, which is also open to other vehicles," the companies said in a release.
The partnership aims at creating a regular AC charging network and a DC fast-charging network for electric vehicles.
In addition to this, the companies will also enable "the best of their global learnings in electrification and apply them to the Indian market to create a differentiated customer experience that delights the consumer."
Jio-bp is operating its EV charging and swapping stations under the brand Jio-bp pulse. With the Jio-bp pulse app, customers can easily find stations nearby and charge their electric vehicles. Further, with a vision of being among India’s largest EV network, Jio-bp is creating a charging ecosystem that will benefit all the stakeholders in the EV value chain.
On the other hand, TVS Motor Company has sold over 12,000 units of its high-speed electric scooter TVS iQube. The TVS iQube is a smart, connected and practical EV that caters to the daily commuting needs of customers. The company has committed Rs. 1,000 crores towards EV business, a good portion of which has already been invested, the statement added.
Moreover, TCS Motor Company is also readying a complete portfolio of two and three-wheelers in the range of 5-25kW, all of which will be in the market within the next 24 months.
This partnership will help drive EV adoption in the country among two and three-wheeler customers who aspire to take a step forward in going electric, the statement further read, adding, "The rapid proliferation of these charging stations will broaden both the companies' horizons and expedite India’s net-zero emission goals."