Tata Motors, a leading Indian carmaker, is collaborating with Delta Electronics India and Thunderplus Solutions Pvt. Ltd. to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure for its electric commercial vehicles by setting up 250 new fast-charging stations across the country, Tata Motors announced Aug. 21.
The planned EV charging stations will be strategically located in and around over 50 cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Pune and Kochi, among others.
According to the company, these new EV charging stations will significantly increase the existing network of 540 commercial vehicle charging points.
The move comes as several e-commerce companies, parcel and courier service providers, among other industries, are increasingly adopting commercial EVs for the last-mile deliveries to reduce their carbon footprint. Based on its understanding of the commercial EV routes, Tata Motors will recommend optimal locations and nearest dealerships for setting up these fast-charging stations.
While Delta Electronics will supply the necessary hardware, Thunderplus Solutions will install and operate them, the company said.
Commenting on the new development, Vinay Pathak, vice president and business head — SCV and PU at 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.”
Niranjan Nayak, managing director of Delta Electronics, said, “Delta aims to provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow. This collaboration with Tata Motors and Thunderplus allows us to contribute significantly to India’s electric cargo ecosystem. Our advanced charging technology will play a crucial role in enhancing the electric commercial vehicle experience for users nationwide.”
Rajeev YSR, CEO at Thunderplus Solutions, said, “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. We intend to make the charge point affordable to each house; making EV charging abundantly available thus removing the charge anxiety.”
