The Chennai-based Murugappa Group’s electric vehicle business division Montra Electric, which is already in the electric two-wheeler market, has diversified into the electric commercial vehicle segment. The company has launched two new products – the Eviator small commercial vehicle (e-SCV) and the Super Cargo e-three-wheeler for cargo transport applications. The two new EVs were unveiled by H D Kumaraswamy, Union Minister of Heavy Industries, Government of India at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo on January 18, 2024.
The entire leadership team of Montra Electric including chairman Arun Murugappan, vice-chairman Vellayan Subbiah, and managing director Jalaj Gupta were present along with Roy Kurian, business head – 3-wheelers and Saju Nair, CEO, Small Commercial Vehicles.
Arun Murugappan, Chairman, Montra Electric (TI Clean Mobility) said: “As part of the Murugappa Group, we are committed to innovative and sustainable clean mobility solutions. We are thrilled to launch the ‘Eviator’ (e-SCV) and Super Cargo at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. The two new launches will mark a new phase of growth and innovation for us.”
Commenting on the Eviator, Jalaj Gupta, MD, Montra Electric (TI Clean Mobility) said: “The Eviator redefines mid-mile and last-mile mobility with its cutting-edge design, robust performance, and unmatched durability. With an industry-first certified range of 245km, the Eviator is a game-changer in the small commercial vehicle space. Eviator is supported by advanced telematics that ensures over 95% fleet uptime. Our commitment extends beyond the product, offering customized charging and aftermarket solutions to enhance daily vehicle utilization.
The Eviator e-SCV, which has a gross vehicle weight of 3.5 tonnes, develops maximum power of 80 kW and torque of 300 Nm. According to the company, the zero-emission Eviator has a certified range of 245km and a real-world range of 170km. It comes with a warranty of up to 7 years / 250,000km and is priced from Rs 15.99 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).
Priced at Rs 437,000 and available with three body types, the Montra Super Cargo three-wheeler is targeted at fleet operators and individual entrepreneurs.
The all-electric Super Cargo three-wheeler, with GVW of 1.2 tonnes, has a range of over 200 kilometres and real-world range of 150 km. It is available in three cargo body types and a 15-minute full charge option. Pricing starts from Rs 437,000 (ex-showroom Delhi). The Super-Cargo, which facilitates a variety of applications, is targeted at both fleet operators and individual entrepreneurs.
Montra Electric has also displayed its heavy commercial 55-tonne electric truck, the Rhino. According to the company, the Rhino has also clocked over five million kilometres with multiple customers.
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