1. ChargeZone launches India’s 1st rapid EV charging network.
EV charging company ChargeZone has launched India’s 1st ‘SuperCharging Network’ for rapid EV charging. The company plans to strategically place these superchargers along major highways and in city centres, which have restaurants, shopping stores, etc. Some supercharging stations will also feature solar panels on canopies. The first few supercharging stations are ready to serve electric car owners in Mumbai & Vellore.
These charging stations host 180 kW dual-gun chargers and 360 kW power cabinets, which include an advanced feature: the 4 guns can deliver 60kW each at 200 Amp and 1 gun can deliver 500 Amp DC current with liquid cooling. This is the 1st time such a unique system has been introduced in the country. Charge Zone aims to establish 150 such superchargers across India.
The decision to deploy the supercharger network in certain cities was prompted by high vehicle traffic on a few routes like the Chennai-Bengaluru highway, one of southern India’s busiest and the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC), an area hosting a super busy lineup of commercial complexes in Mumbai.
2. BLive hands over electric scooters to Zomato for last-mile deliveries.
Continuing its association with Zomato, multibrand EV retailer BLive delivered 30 Ather electric scooters to the food delivery company in Ahmedabad. Primarily focusing on Tier-2 cities, BLive, apart from its retail operations, also provides end-to-end solutions for last-mile deliveries.
BLive joined hands with Zomato in July 2023 and the two launched this partnership in Hyderabad with their first electric fleet.
3. Update on the upcoming Tata Curvv EV.
Tata Motors is preparing for the launch of its highly anticipated coupe SUV ‘Curvv’. The Tata Curvv EV is expected to be launched in the first half of 2024. The company has already shown the concept version of the car and it has also been spotted testing on roads.
After the launch of the Curvv’s electric variant, the company is expected to launch the ICE version (petrol & diesel) in the second half of 2024. There are also reports of the company working on a CNG version.
Pricewise, Tata Motors may position the Curvv just below the Harrier. The upcoming Curvv EV is expected to feature specifications similar to the recently launched Nexon EV facelift. It is likely to be available in two battery options like the Nexon EV: medium range & long range.
4. Servotech bags a big EV charger order from Bharat Petroleum.
Servotech Power Systems has bagged an order of 2649 AC EV chargers from Bharat Petroleum (BPCL). The company will manufacture, supply and install these AC chargers across BPCL petrol pumps in various Indian cities. Post this announcement by Servotech, its shares jumped 5% in the day’s early trade. The company stock has delivered multibagger returns of over 500% in the past year!
Servotech has already started manufacturing these chargers ranging between 3 and 7 kW and the supplies will begin mid-December onwards. The project is expected to be completed within three months. This is not the first time Servotech & BPCL are working together. Servotech had previously supplied 800 DC fast-chargers (30 kW) under BPCL’s E-Drive project. BPCL is working towards enhancing the accessibility & availability of electric vehicle charging stations to contribute to the growth of the e-mobility sector in the country.
5. Zuno General Insurance launches unique electric vehicle offerings.
Digital insurance platform Zuno General Insurance, announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind Electric Vehicle add-on cover. This offering is specifically designed to provide complete protection for EVs and related components.
Zuno General Insurance (earlier known as Edelweiss General Insurance) has add-ons in its portfolio that are designed to complement its standard policies. The newly launched add-ons cater to the unique needs of electric & hybrid vehicles. The EV add-on cover includes three facets:
Private Charging Station cover: Coverage extends to include charging cables, connectors, adapters & other standard charging accessories for protection against accidental damage & theft. This comprehensive coverage for privately-owned EV charging stations is an industry-first.
Personal Accident cover: Customers will have the option to include personal accident cover for cases of injury or death resulting from a fire, blast or short circuit at their private charging station while charging an insured EV.
Battery coverage: This provides coverage for damage to your insured EV caused by fire or short circuit while its battery is being charged or while the EV is parked at a charging station. Also included is battery coverage in case of damage to the battery pack or its parts due to water ingression.
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