M&M collaborated with Adani Total Energies to enhance EV infrastructure

26 Mar 2024 CW Team

According to a statement released on 21 March, Mahindra & Mahindra has partnered with a subsidiary of Adani Total Gas to establish electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure nationwide. The auto manufacturer and Adani Total Energies E-Mobility Limited (ATEL) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) outlining their collaboration in this area.

The statement added that the MoU outlines plans for developing a comprehensive EV charging network across India. Additionally, the partnership aims to introduce e-mobility solutions to facilitate seamless access to charging stations for customers, covering aspects such as discovery, availability, navigation, and transactions, as stated by the Mumbai-based automaker.

The statement further noted that through this partnership, customers of the electric vehicle XUV400 model will have access to over 1,100 chargers. Veejay Nakra, President of the Automotive Division at M&M, described the alliance as crucial for expanding the EV charging infrastructure and enhancing the customer experience.

Furthermore, M&M is engaging with multiple partners to broaden the EV ecosystem and drive electric vehicle adoption, Nakra added. Suresh P Manglani, Executive Director & CEO of Adani Total Gas, expressed confidence that collaborating with M&M for charging infrastructure will encourage customers to embrace EV technology as part of the energy transition. He highlighted the significance of such initiatives in reducing carbon emissions and supporting India's climate action objectives.

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