Hero Jio-bp Partner to Improve Charging And Battery Swapping Infrastructure For Electric Vehicles

Hero Electric has announced to partner Jio-bp to work on strengthening the mobility solutions for electric two wheelers in India. The partnership is expected to be responsible for boosting Electric Vehicle sales and adoption in India. Moreover, it will give customers of Hero Electric an access to the widespread charging and swapping network of Jio-bp.

Both the companies will use their learning and industry experience to create solution for flawless customer journey with Hero Electric and Jio-bp. They will also work on electrification and application EVs them to the Indian market to create a differentiated customer experience that delights the consumer. 

Currently, Jio-bp is engaged in the work of providing EV charging as battery swapping station facilities to the customers under its brand Jio-bp Pulse. Jio-bp has also launched its mobile app which helps customers to find the nearby charging stations nearby. In addition to this, Jio BP is working to create an electric vehicle mobility ecosystem to benefits all the stakeholders in the EV value chain.

Hero Electric says to be committed to delivering the electric mobility solutions to its consumers and this association will fasten the EV growth in the country while strengthening Hero Electric’s vision to transform the e-mobility sector in India.

Reliance BP Mobility Limited (RBML) is an Indian fuels and mobility joint venture between RIL and bp that operates under the name "Jio-bp." The joint venture takes use of Reliance's nationwide reach and its millions of customers via the Jio digital platform. The vast global expertise of bp in high-quality, differentiated fuels, lubricants, retail, and advanced low-carbon mobility solutions is brought to bear.

In addition to selling traditional fuels, RBML offers its clients cutting-edge mobility choices, such as EV charging stations and battery swapping stations, as well as alternative fueling options (BSS). Leading provider of aviation turbine fuel in India is the company's aviation brand, "air bp-Jio." Jio-bp Fuel4U, a market leader in the niche, offers on-demand, doorstep deliveries of diesel.

Hero Electric is regarded as one of the oldest and largest electric two-wheeler manufacturers in India, and it has long held the position of industry pioneer. The business has a production facility in Ludhiana and sells a variety of electric scooters to a wide range of clients. Currently, there are over 750 sales and service locations for Hero Electric all throughout the nation.

Along with it, the business has a sizable charging infrastructure and EV-trained roadside mechanics. It introduced the first lithium ion-based electric scooters in India and introduced the novel idea of charging stations for anywhere, anytime charging, among many other firsts in the sector. The company has been providing sustainable transport options for the past 14 years and counting. With over 4.5 lakh electric two-wheelers in India, the company has played a significant role in establishing and promoting the EV market in the nation.