Montra Electric Flags Off 65 Heavy-Duty Electric Trucks as Part of One of India’s Largest eM&HCV Deployments

• The first batch of 65 out of a total 260 Montra Electric Rhino 5538 EV trucks was flagged off from Montra Electric's Manesar manufacturing facility, marking the commencement of a phased deployment across key industrial applications and strategic freight corridors.
• The deployment will help establish one of India's longest electrified freight corridors, marking a significant milestone in the country's transition towards zero-emission heavy commercial transportation.

Montra Electric, the clean mobility brand of the Murugappa Group, today flagged off the first batch of its Rhino 5538 EV heavy-duty electric trucks from its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Manesar, marking the commencement of a phased large-scale deployment across key industrial sectors in India.

The flag-off underscores the rapid evolution of India's heavy commercial vehicle market from pilot deployments to commercial-scale electrification. As fleet operators increasingly adopt zero-emission freight solutions, Montra Electric has significantly scaled up production of its Rhino platform to meet a growing order pipeline and support the accelerating transition towards sustainable logistics.

Engineered for demanding freight operations, the Rhino 5538 EV delivers high performance, exceptional reliability and a lower total cost of ownership. Designed for applications across cement, steel, infrastructure, construction materials, mining and other heavy-duty sectors, the vehicle combines operational efficiency with the performance required for long-haul and high-utilisation freight movement.

The flag-off marks the first phase of deliveries, with the remaining vehicles scheduled for deployment over the coming months, further strengthening the electrification of freight operations across multiple industrial corridors.

Mr. Jalaj Gupta, Managing Director, Montra Electric (TI Clean Mobility Pvt. Ltd.) said: "India's heavy freight ecosystem has reached an important inflection point. Customers today are making electric trucks a part of their mainstream logistics operations rather than evaluating them through limited pilots. This shift is driving commercial-scale production at our Manesar facility, and we are proud to be supporting leading enterprises with products that combine performance, reliability and sustainability. Our focus remains on building an ecosystem that enables customers to transition confidently towards zero-emission freight."

Mr. Navneet Sethi, CEO – eMHCV, Montra Electric (IPLTech Electric Pvt. Ltd.) said: "The conversation around electric trucking has fundamentally changed. Fleet operators are now asking how quickly they can scale, not whether the technology works. These are the most demanding freight applications, requiring uncompromised performance, high uptime and dependable operating economics. Rhino has been engineered precisely for these requirements, delivering a compelling combination of productivity, efficiency and lower total cost of ownership. With manufacturing now ramped up, we are well positioned to support the growing demand from customers across India's industrial sectors."

The Rhino 5538 EV combines an advanced electric powertrain, intelligent vehicle engineering and connected telematics to address the evolving needs of modern freight transportation. Designed for high-utilisation commercial operations, it delivers the performance, reliability and operational efficiency required across diverse heavy-duty applications.

Backed by a growing order book and increasing customer adoption across sectors such as cement, steel, infrastructure and mining, Montra Electric continues to strengthen its manufacturing capabilities, service network and customer support ecosystem to enable large-scale fleet electrification.

As businesses increasingly balance operational efficiency with sustainability commitments, electric heavy-duty trucks are emerging as a commercially viable solution for mainstream freight movement. The latest rollout from Montra Electric's Manesar facility reinforces the company's commitment to accelerating India's freight electrification journey through indigenous innovation, advanced manufacturing and customer-centric mobility solutions.

Montra Electric and Exponent Energy Announce Partnership to Launch 15-Minute Rapid Charging Electric 3-Wheelers

• Montra Electric, the EV brand from Murugappa Group will integrate Exponent’s proprietary battery pack - e^pack into its line of Electric 3Ws. This will allow the new variant of the vehicles to rapid-charge in 15 minutes on Exponent’s e^pump charging network
• Montra electric will launch the exponent powered electric 3 wheeler in early 2024

Montra Electric, the EV brand of Murugappa Group, and Exponent Energy, an energy-tech startup, has announced a partnership to develop rapid charging electric vehicles in the 3-wheeler segment.

Montra Electric will launch a rapid charging 3W variant that will be equipped with Exponent’s 8.8 kWh e^pack and will achieve a 0 to 100% charge in 15 minutes at Exponent’s e^pump charging network, while also having the ability to be slow charged at home. Exponent's e^pack comes with a 3000-cycle life warranty even with 100% rapid charging. This technology was independently validated by TUV India (TUV Nord Group, Germany) which reported only 13% degradation after 3000 cycles of rapid charging.

Montra Electric, EV Brand from 123 years legacy Murugappa Group has launched its Super Auto in Three Wheeler Passenger Category with an aspirational and industry-defining proposition. The brand is expected to launch its Three Wheeler Cargo Proposition by early 2024 targeting both individual as well as institutional customer requirements.

Exponent has made 15-minute rapid charging an on-road reality using its proprietary energy stack (battery pack - e^pack, charging station - e^pump, and connector - e^plug). They solve two key challenges with 15-minute rapid charging: Lithium plating & extreme heat. The company’s proprietary BMS & charging algorithms ensure minimal Lithium plating resulting in the e^pack’s long life. To tackle extreme heat, the company has innovated with the world’s first “water-based” offboard thermal management system using an advanced HVAC system in the e^pump.

Mr. Kalyan Kumar Paul, Managing Director, TI Clean Mobility Pvt Ltd expressed confidence in the partnership with Exponent Energy and conveyed his best wishes mentioning, “This will be a key enabler in the Electric Adoption journey”.

Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Sushant Jena, Head, Montra Electric 3W Division said, “We are excited to partner with Exponent Energy to offer 15-minute Rapid charging option to our valued customers. It’s a perfect fit in our product proposition, addressing the range anxiety of our customers who are looking to do more trips everyday”.

The partnership between Montra Electric and Exponent Energy is poised to redefine the electric vehicle industry by leveraging the strengths and expertise of both entities. Montra Electric already has a presence of about 40 Showrooms spread across the South Indian market and are expanding rapidly into the remaining parts of the country by the end of this Financial Year. The company is also coming up with more variants of products suiting the wide spectrum of customer requirements.

Elaborating on the partnership, Arun Vinayak, Co-founder & CEO, Exponent Energy said, “It’s a privilege to be partnering with Montra Electric to rapidly electrify last-mile mobility. With their strength in vehicle design, manufacturing, distribution, and financing with our focus on energy tech and rapid charging network, we will together launch zero compromise EVs. 15 minute rapid charging kills charging anxiety and is crucial to delivering uptime and flexibility in operations needed for last-mile mobility. Like refueling a diesel vehicle, customers will enjoy the same level of freedom as ICE vehicles, while reaping all the advantages of going electric.”

Exponent has already launched commercial operations in Bengaluru with the support of 30+ e^pumps and a few hundred vehicles delivered to customers in the last quarter, together powering half a million kms monthly. By the end of 2023, Exponent Energy will expand its operations in five more cities - Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Ahmedabad. The company plans to deploy 1,000 e^pumps and power 25,000 EVs with its technology by 2025.

Montra Electric Commences the Delivery of the Montra Electric Super Auto in Bengaluru

Delivery of the Montra Electric Super Auto to the customers at RBVS Montra, Bengaluru

In a move to revolutionize the last mile mobility, allowing the customers to enjoy the "Super Auto" and give them an extraordinary experience, Montra Electric began the delivery of their Super Auto from RBVS Montra and LI-ON Mobility Montra dealerships in Bengaluru.

The zero-emission electric vehicles will endorse sustainable mobility, while laying the foundation for the future.

Speaking on the handover of Montra Electric Super Auto, Mr. Sushant Jena, Chief Executive Officer, Montra Electric 3 wheeler said, “We are thrilled to handover the Montra Electric Super Auto to our valued customers in Bengaluru. Super Auto is packed with innovation and several industry-first features that we are sure will redefine the market. Our customers can now receive a greater return on their investment with the savings in fuel and maintenance. At TI Clean Mobility, we strive to produce vehicles that not only lasts longer but also contribute to protecting the environment for future generations.”

 

Delivery of the Montra Electric Super Auto to the customers at LI-ON Mobility Montra, Bengaluru

This move is set to be a monumental step towards achieving India’s net zero carbon emission goal along with providing safer and premium electric 3 wheelers in India.

TI Clean Mobility, a subsidiary of ‘Tube Investments of India: A Murugappa Group Company’ will transform last-mile transportation. In the first phase, TI Clean Mobility has rolled out in the following states – Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Telangana. The Super Auto will be available across multiple touchpoints in these states and TICM will ensure that it provides maximum test rides to those waiting to experience the Montra Electric Super Auto.