Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India — Let’s driEV, an electric vehicle ride-sharing platform, focused on electric scooters in India, and Moto Business Service India Pvt. Ltd. (MBSI), a subsidiary of Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd. Japan, specializes in managing fleets for shared mobility companies in India, specifically focusing on electric vehicles, announced a partnership for the deployment of 50 Ather 450S electric scooters in Bhubaneswar. The landmark handover ceremony for the first batch of scooters took place on March 5th, 2024, at the Ather Experience Center in Patia, Bhubaneswar, marking MBSI’s first major EV deal in the eastern region.
This collaboration marks a significant step towards accelerating the adoption of electric mobility in Eastern India. Let’s driEV, the ride-sharing platform ensuring a convenient and hassle-free experience for riders. MBSI, with its extensive network and expertise in the two-wheeler leasing segment, will play a crucial role in promoting EV ecosystem.
Speaking on the occasion, Anirban Mohanty, Co-Founder at Let’s driEV, said, “Today marks the beginning of our partnership with MBSI. In addition to sharing the passion to solve the problem of Urban Commute for more than 20,000+ customers, we are also their most significant partner in East India. The journey from 3 EV scooters to more than 1000 has been quite a journey. Our heartfelt thanks to Nakao-san and all the delegates of MBSI. We look forward to our next goal to change the landscape of sustainable commute in India. We would also like to thank our longtime partner Ather Energy for continuing to support our vigour and vision.”
Nakao Hiroshi: CEO and Managing Director, MBSI said, “We are thrilled to announce the official launch of MBSI in Bhubaneshwar. This marks the beginning of our operations with Let’s driEV. The electric vehicle mobility market in India is experiencing significant growth, leading global trends. We anticipate rapid adoption and expansion, not only in manufacturing, but also in the shared two-wheelers and four-wheelers segment of the EV market. Our goal is to create employment opportunities for the people who live in India. We also aim to onboard EV vehicles across various cities. We recognize the importance of establishing a dynamic ecosystem. This ecosystem is capable of addressing challenges and facilitating the widespread adoption of sustainable transportation solutions. Moving forward, we aim to collaborate with more environmentally conscious mobility companies. We’ll leverage our financial and strategic expertise from stakeholders to contribute to the shared mobility landscape in India.”
Mr. Ravneet S Phokela, Chief Business Officer, Ather Energy, said, “We are excited to collaborate with driEV and MBSI to make Ather scooters more accessible to consumers in East India. We believe this will also provide an opportunity for more people in the market to experience the joy of riding. Ather 450S is known for its superior performance and technology. Our extensive network of fast charging grids will also make the commute hassle free. Looking forward to scaling this initiative up with driEV and MBSI.”
