Horace Luke, founder and CEO of Gogoro, said, “India is in the early stages of a massive electric transformation of its urban two-wheel transportation system, and it is increasingly evident that battery swapping is a critical component to broad adoption, so building out the swapping infrastructure is crucial.”

Amit Garg, Director of Marketing at HPCL, said, “Gogoro has demonstrated its global leadership in battery swapping and electric two-wheel innovation and with nearly 500 million battery swaps to date has developed a platform we can embrace and emulate.“

The Gogoro Network is a new generation of swappable battery refueling that is smart, safe, and continually optimizing itself to be dynamic and versatile for riders, businesses, and communities. The Gogoro Network supports nearly 600,000 riders and has more than 1.3 million smart batteries in circulation through its network of 12,000 battery-swapping stations at over 2,500 locations. With more than 400,000 daily battery swaps and nearly 500 million total battery swaps to date, Gogoro Network battery swapping has saved more than 750,000 tons of CO2 since it launched.

The partnership between Gogoro and HPCL aims to deploy a battery-swapping and electric vehicle ecosystem that is open, accessible, and scalable. The challenge is massive, but the opportunity to disrupt the status quo, establish new standards, and achieve new levels of sustainable transportation growth in densely populated cities is even greater.

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NEW DELHI: Lohia, a leading player in sustainable transportation, has announced its entry into the battery-swapping station market with the unveiling of its first facility in Vishakhapatnam. This strategic move marks a significant step towards revolutionizing electric vehicle (EV) adoption and promoting cleaner modes of transportation. Lohia’s pioneering battery-swapping stations offer EV owners a convenient and efficient solution, eliminating the need for time-consuming recharging.

Strategically located in Vishakhapatnam, Lohia has introduced three fully functional Swapping cum Service Stations at Shanti Ashram Marg, Town Kotha, and Mudasarlova. These stations, equipped with a high capacity, provide a seamless battery-swapping experience to meet the growing demand for electric vehicles in the city. With 240 battery swapping slots available, Lohia ensures efficient service and uninterrupted operation for EV owners.

By introducing the battery-swapping system, Lohia aims to make electric vehicles more accessible and convenient while contributing to environmental conservation. Over the next five years, this groundbreaking initiative will save approximately 64.2 metric tons of CO2 emissions, promoting cleaner air and a healthier local environment.

“We are excited to venture into the battery-swapping station market with our inaugural facility in Vishakhapatnam,” stated Mr. Ayush Lohia, CEO of Lohia. “This initiative aligns with our vision of making electric vehicles more practical and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. By providing a reliable and efficient swapping solution, we aim to transform the perception of EVs and drive their widespread adoption.“

Lohia’s battery-swapping stations offer numerous benefits for EV owners, including reduced waiting times and uninterrupted journeys. With the seamless exchange of drained batteries for fully charged ones, EV owners can continue their travels without the inconvenience of recharging. Additionally, the battery-swapping system optimizes the operations of garbage vehicles, ensuring uninterrupted waste collection and contributing to a cleaner city.

This venture into the battery-swapping station market is just the beginning for Lohia. The company has ambitious plans to expand its network to other cities shortly. Lohia envisions a future where electric vehicles dominate as the preferred mode of transportation, with battery-swapping stations playing a vital role in realizing this vision.

Lohia’s foray into battery-swapping stations has been made possible through collaboration with the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) and funding from the Asian Development Bank (ADB). With the support of the ‘Urban Climate Change Resilience Trust Fund’ of the ADB and the Visakhapatnam Chennai Industrial Corridor Development Program (VCICDP), Lohia has successfully established the first battery-swapping station in Vishakhapatnam.

The launch of Lohia’s battery-swapping station has generated significant interest and excitement among industry leaders and stakeholders. As Lohia continues to pioneer sustainable transportation solutions, the company is poised to transform the EV landscape and accelerate the transition to a cleaner and greener future.

Besides, Lohia is having a vast portfolio of battery-operated three-wheelers ranging from passenger vehicles to cargo, loaders, etc. It has one of the most advanced manufacturing facilities to manufacture 100,000 electric vehicles in Kashipur.

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