By Enersider Desk | New Delhi
Blue Energy Motors (BEM) has launched its electric heavy-duty truck equipped with battery swapping technology, in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in Pune, an official statement said where each vehicle has been designed and rigorously tested to suit Indian road and climatic conditions, the statement added.
Additionally, the CM inaugurated India’s first electric corridor from Mumbai to Pune. This corridor is expected to electrify all major national highway corridors over the next three years thereby contributing to building a cleaner, more efficient freight ecosystem and advancing India’s Net Zero Goal.
Keeping in mind the strong demand for EV trucks, BEM had signed an MoU with the State Government of Maharashtra to set up a new facility with a capacity of 30,000 trucks, backed by an investment of ₹3,500 crore.
BEM has reported strong market demand and is in the process of signing Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) for over 10,000 electric trucks.
The company further stated that the advanced technology integrated into its vehicles enables one of the lowest total costs of ownership (TCO) in the industry.
Speaking at the launch, Anirudh Bhuwalka, Founder and Managing Director, Blue Energy Motors, said : “We believe that this is the beginning of the EV Revolution in India for heavy-duty trucks. Our electric truck delivers unlimited range through battery swapping, the highest payload in its category and Advanced Mobility Intelligence for fleet reliability.”
He further added, “The Mumbai–Pune corridor is the first step in building a nationwide network of sustainable logistics, driving India’s green freight future forward. With our Energy-as-a-Service model, we’re redefining fleet economics, offering reduced upfront capital cost, lowest TCO with highest payload, minimal charging downtime and making it well-to-wheel green with renewable energy.”
The company’s focus on integrating advanced technology, charging infrastructure, and intelligent mobility systems reflects a broader push toward sustainable and cost-efficient transport solutions.
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