Ampere inaugurates its first EV facility in Tamil Nadu

10 Jan 2022 CW Team

Greaver's electric two-wheelers arm, Ampere, inaugurated its first electric vehicle (EV) centre in Ranipet, Tamil Nadu.

The new EV facility in Ranipet is designed with digital interventions to enable the customers to experience Ampere's EVs.

The company told the media that it has been investing significantly in technology, infrastructure and people. It is moving forward to provide a phygital experience when even the disinterested buyers can check the latest EV products, interact with the EV experts, understand EVs and engage through the digital interface for a simple and easy understanding of EVs.

Managing Director and CEO of Ampere, Nagesh A Basavanhalli, told the media that its newly launched mega-site in Ranipet and another Experience Centre would strengthen Ampere's aim to provide clean mobility solutions. The company is also committed to elevating the overall customer experience with high-class products and an ecosystem to support requirements.

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