In a stride towards promoting electric mobility and sustainable last-mile deliveries, Battery Smart, India’s largest and fastest-growing battery-swapping network for electric two and three-wheelers, has announced a partnership with Zepto, India’s rapidly expanding e-grocery and quick commerce service. This collaboration will provide Zepto’s electric vehicle (EV) delivery partners with access to Battery Smart’s nationwide network of over 1000 battery swapping stations, enabling two-minute battery swaps across 30+ cities.
The partnership comes at a pivotal time when an increasing number of last-mile delivery partners in India are recognising the significant economic and environmental advantages of transitioning to electric mobility. Currently, EVs hold a notable 20% share in India’s last-mile delivery market, aligning with the government’s target of achieving 30% electrification of the country’s vehicle fleet by 2030.
Commenting on the association, Yogiraj Gogia, Senior Director of Partnerships and Fleet Business at Battery Smart, expressed enthusiasm, stating, “We are thrilled to partner with Zepto to enable greener last-mile deliveries and empower more delivery partners to join the EV revolution. Zepto’s growth over the past year has been remarkable, and now, with access to our growing network of swap stations, we look forward to seeing it scale even further by deploying more EVs to its fleet.”
Through this collaboration, Battery Smart and Zepto will facilitate a seamless transition to electric vehicles for both existing and new delivery partners. Partners can take advantage of the reduced capital expenditure involved in purchasing an EV without a battery and instead utilise Battery Smart’s Battery-as-a-service (BaaS) model, significantly enhancing the affordability and accessibility of electric mobility.
Vikas Sharma, COO of Zepto, emphasised the company’s commitment to sustainable deliveries, stating, “At Zepto, we are committed to electrifying our vehicle fleet for more efficient and sustainable last-mile deliveries. Our association with Battery Smart gives us access to the country’s largest network of battery swapping stations, ensuring our delivery partners are always in proximity to a swap station, with zero wait time. This will also empower partners to save time, complete more deliveries, and ultimately increase their earnings.”
With a nationwide footprint, Battery Smart has established stations in Tier 1, 2, and 3 cities across Haryana, the National Capital Region (NCR), Karnataka, Rajasthan, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, and most recently, Maharashtra. By leveraging Battery Smart’s battery-swapping solution, Zepto’s delivery partners will enjoy zero charging downtimes, resulting in no delayed deliveries or revenue loss.
This partnership between Battery Smart and Zepto not only highlights the growing demand for sustainable last-mile delivery solutions but also showcases the collaborative efforts of industry leaders to drive the adoption of electric mobility. By providing convenient and efficient battery-swapping infrastructure, the companies aim to encourage more delivery partners to transition to EVs, contributing to a greener and more sustainable future for urban logistics.