Chinese automaker BYD has recently announced a partnership with Evera, a New Delhi-based electric taxi service, to provide a fleet of 100 e6 electric cars. The collaboration aims to support sustainable energy solutions in reducing carbon emissions in India and eventually onto a global stage. The 100 BYD e6 units will be delivered to Evera over the next few months, adding to the existing fleet of electric vehicles in the company.
Nimish Trivedi, CEO & Co-Founder of Evera, expressed excitement about the partnership and how it aligns with the company’s goal to expand the grid of e-mobility across the nation. He said, “With BYD All-New e6, we are excited to continue our electric vehicle fleet operation with our shared value of sustainable energy solutions that come together to help reduce carbon emissions. This complements our goal to expand the grid of e-mobility across the nation and eventually onto a global stage. Evera is proud to associate with BYD India and is honored to be part of the Blade Battery technology that powers the future of e-mobility.”
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Sanjay Gopalakrishnan, Senior Vice President of Electric Passenger Vehicle Business, BYD India, emphasized the company’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions and increasing awareness of EV adoption and sustainable development. He added, “BYD India aims to associate with like-minded organizations focusing on fleet electrification across the country. We are devoted to reducing carbon emissions and increasing awareness of EV adoption and sustainable development. We will bring more such e-mobility solutions for India.”
The BYD e6 has gained popularity among Asian taxi companies, with the first order for the vehicle announced in 2018 for a fleet of 1,000 electric e6 taxis for use in Thailand. The e6’s efficiency, spaciousness, and eco-friendliness make it an ideal choice for ride-sharing services and other fleet operations.
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In conclusion, the partnership between BYD and Evera showcases the increasing adoption of electric vehicles in India, which is a crucial step towards sustainable mobility. With the shared vision of reducing carbon emissions, the collaboration marks a significant milestone in the expansion of e-mobility across the nation and beyond. As more like-minded organizations join the movement towards electrification, we can expect to see a cleaner and greener future on the horizon.
