Piaggio Group: Ape E-City presented, the electric version of the historic three-wheeler

Ape E-City and the electric version of the known three wheels linked to Piaggio Group. A vehicle presented to New Delhi, proposing an electric commercial vehicle in Indian market.

An important basin

Several representatives were present on the occasion. The Indian Government itself has been committed to promoting electric mobility for months, considering in particular 2 and 3 wheel vehicles and the program FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles). An incentive system for the purchase of electric or hybrid vehicles, with discounts “including the cut in the GTS (Goods and Services Tax, the equivalent of the Italian VAT) applied to these vehicles, which went from 12% to 5%”, as reported.
Returning to what was indicated by P&S Intelligence PL, the electric vehicle market in India amounts to approximately 71 million dollars, but could exceed 700 million dollars in 2025, based on some estimates. The vehicle Ape, then, in developing realities it has favored the creation of "an entrepreneurial micro-network", both in the small transport sector with the Cargo version, but also in street commerce. For example, the phenomenon of street food. Without forgetting the taxi service linked to the Calessino version in certain metropolitan areas.
Based on the data transmitted, 30 Piaggio Group commercial vehicles were purchased in India up to 2019 September 142.500, with an increase of 5,6% in terms of turnover. The PVPL subsidiary holds an overall share of 23,8% in the Indian 3-wheeler market, remaining leader in the goods transport (cargo) segment with a 42,9% share, always reporting the same.

The electric version of the Ape

Ape E-City it is made in the factory of Piaggio Group di Baramati, located in the state of Maharashtra. It is offered on the Indian market at a figure aligned with that of the natural gas variant, as reported.
Da more than 70 years this vehicle represents an icon of light commercial mobility, still evolving based on the new travel needs in urban realities, also evaluating environmental issues. The presence of a technology is indicated battery swap, a solution that allows the discharged battery to be quickly replaced with a charged one by going to automated service stations. Essentially a new alternative in terms of nutrition for traveling around Indian cities.

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