Mahindra launches e-Alfa Mini electric rickshaw in India
The Mahindra e-Alfa Mini will provide a range of 85 kms on full charge. The company is also offering an industry first one free battery replacement.
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, today announced the launch of the e-Alfa Mini, its zero emission, all new electric rickshaw for passenger movement. The e-Alfa Mini with a 4+1 seating capacity is a complete 3 wheeler designed specifically for Indian conditions and has been launched in Delhi at an attractive price of Rs 1.12 lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi). The e-Alfa Mini is best suited for last mile connectivity and intra-city people movement. It is the ideal choice for fleet taxi operators and existing 3 wheeler owners and will effectively provide employment to the youth.
The e-Alfa Mini is powered by a 120Ah battery, a powerful motor and controller. On a full charge, the Mahindra e-Alfa Mini can travel for up to 85 km in standard conditions and can achieve a top speed of 25 kmph. It will be launched in a phased manner in select cities – NCR with immediate effect, followed by Kolkata and Lucknow and subsequently in several other parts of the country. Mahindra Electric currently sells the e2o Plus, eVerito, eSupro and now e-Alfa Mini. To make the Mahindra e-Alfa Mini more attractive the company is providing a 2 year warranty, industry first one free battery replacement and a 60 minute fast service guarantee.
Speaking at the launch of the e-Alfa Mini, Rajan Wadhera, President – Automotive Sector, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. said, “As the pioneer of electric vehicles and integrated mobility solutions in India, it has always been our endeavour to make electric vehicles more accessible and best suited for Indian conditions. The launch of the e-Alfa Mini is yet another step to provide an emission free, green mode of safe intra city transportation in the country. At Mahindra, we are aligned to the Government’s vision to become a 100% EV nation by 2030. True to the spirit of ‘Make-in-India’, we shall be at the forefront to lead this change along with the Government.”
