TORK Motors and Bolt.Earth, an EV software and charging infrastructure provider have joined hands to make charging infrastructure more accessible to Tork Motors’ customers, who will have access to Bolt.Earth’s network of over 30,000 charging points.
This partnership is aimed at giving flexibility to Tork customers of finding a charging point closer to them as per their convenience. Bolt.Earth currently operates in 1100+ cities across India and their network will now be available to TORK Kratos R riders in the country.
Both TORK Motors and Bolt.Earth are part of the Bharat Charge Alliance to offer interoperable DC charging infrastructure for Light EVs. This partnership will help KRATOS-R owners to charge their electric motorcycle while on the go with ease.
These charging points will be embedded to the existing charging infrastructure map on TORK’s mobile app and customers will be able to locate them without the need of downloading multiple apps.
On the partnership, Kapil Shelke, Founder and CEO, TORK Motors, said, “As a brand, we are aware that range anxiety is still a prevailing concern among EV users. While most people charge their vehicles at home, access to charging stations at other locations throughout the day minimises their worries. Our partnership with Bolt.Earth is aimed at offering this peace of mind to our customers, both existing and prospective, by giving them access to multiple charging points in their cities that they can use at their convenience.”
Raghav Bhardwaj, Head of Strategy and Leadership at Bolt.Earth, expressed, “Bolt.Earth’s mission is to revolutionise the EV landscape worldwide through accessible charging infrastructure. Engaging in initiatives set forth by Bharat Charge Alliance strongly aligns with our commitment to accelerating EV adoption in the years to come. Partnering with Tork Motors resonates with our vision to position India as a global hub for the electric future. This strategic collaboration will open new avenues for EV users across India, enabling them to access our cutting-edge charging infrastructure, no matter their location. We are enthusiastic about working alongside partners like Tork Motors in our pursuit to drive India’s EV ecosystem forward.”
Currently, TORK Motors offers KRATOS-R with Standard as well as Urban trim options. The motorcycle has been a trendsetter since its launch and packs in striking design, punchy powertrain and a capable chassis. It is a premium commuter motorcycle that offers great performance and handling while attracting eyeballs for its sporty stance.
Meanwhile, Bolt.Earth’s EV charging network has dispensed over 1,200 MWh energy, and have equipped over 1,50,000 users with smart, safe and simple charging devices that is compatible across various EV platforms.