Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., part of the US $20.7 billion Mahindra Group, today announced the deployment of its Electric Vehicles (EVs) on Uber. Uber, the world’s largest on-demand ride-sharing company also provided Zero Emission mobility in Hyderabad. On this occasion, the company ceremonially flagged off a mix of Mahindra EVs in Hyderabad.
Join of hands between Mahindra & Uber
Earlier, Mahindra had announced their strategic collaboration with Uber. Mahindra explored the deployment of electric vehicles (EVs) on Uber platform in several cities across India.To begin with, the companies will deploy 50 Mahindra EVs in Hyderabad.
Mahindra’s electric vehicles on the Uber platform will include the e2oPlus hatch and the eVerito sedan. To make this model sustainable, Mahindra has worked closely with public and private players. Over 30 common use charging points across multiple locations in this rapidly developing city currently exist. These charging points in Hyderabad could be helpful for this kind of project.
CEO Mahindra Group Speaks
Speaking at the flag off in Hyderabad, Mahesh Babu, CEO – Mahindra Electric elaborated sustainable mobility. He said, “As the pioneers of electric mobility in India we have always been at the forefront of smart and sustainable mobility. Our collaboration with Uber is aimed at accelerating the large scale adoption of electric vehicles on shared mobility platforms. Thereby driving a positive change in daily commute”. Today while thanking the Telangana Government for their support, he was excited to embark on this new journey. Going forward Mahindra plans to further deploy more vehicles across multiple cities on the Uber platform.
Uber Head Speaks
Deepankar Tiwari, Head, Vehicle Solutions, Uber, Asia Pacific also interacted with us. He said, “Uber is committed towards adoption of cleaner and environmental friendly technologies. And to power urban mobility and our partnership with Mahindra and Mahindra is a step in that direction. We are excited about the tremendous potential of electric vehicles in India. We have seen the government’s vision of building a viable infrastructure. We will accelerate the speedy induction of even more EV’s.’’
These vehicles will be deployed through partners such as A to Z universal solutions (eee- Taxi) and others In Hyderabad, it’s easier to adopt electric mobility and enable the city to be more environment friendly.
Exploration of Electric Vehicles
As part of this collaboration, both companies will also explore the deployment of Mahindra electric vehicles in other cities. The joint deployment of electric vehicles will further reinforce the strong relationship between Mahindra and Uber.
Through this collaboration with Mahindra, driver partners on the Uber app can avail of a package, which will include more benefits. Mahindra electric vehicles at competitive prices, attractive financing and insurance premiums. There will be comprehensive maintenance packages from Mahindra and their associates.
Mahindra on Electric Vehicles
Mahindra will also support this initiative with driver education and training related to various aspects of electric vehicles. Going forward, electric vehicles will play a major role on green and clean environment.
With the increased penetration of EVs and eventual 100% transition, the country and their citizens stand to benefit tremendously. All these initiatives align perfectly with Mahindra’s “Rise philosophy” of empowering people with the right products and services to enhance the quality of their living.
About Uber
Uber’s mission is to create opportunity through movement. Uber started in 2010 to solve a simple problem: how do you get access to a ride at the touch of a button? More than 10 billion trips later, Uber is building products to get people closer to where they want to be. By changing how people, food, and things move through cities, Uber is a platform that opens up the world to new possibilities.
About Mahindra
The Mahindra Group is a USD 20.7 billion federation of companies that enables people to rise through innovative mobility solutions. Driving rural prosperity, enhancing urban living, nurturing new businesses and fostering communities is the motto. Mahindra enjoys a leadership position in utility vehicles, information technology, financial services and vacation ownership in India.
Mahindra is the world’s largest tractor company with high volume. It also enjoys a strong presence in agribusiness, aerospace, commercial vehicles, components, defense, logistics, real estate, renewable energy, speedboats and steel.
Headquartered in India, Mahindra employs over 2,40,000 people across 100 countries.
Learn more about Mahindra on www.mahindra.com / Twitter and Facebook: @MahindraRise
Media contact information
Mohan Nair
Vice President (Communications)
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.
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Email – nair.mohan@mahindra.com
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