EKA Mobility, a Pune-based company specializing in electric commercial vehicles and technology, has officially handed over ten 1.5-tonne electric garbage tipper vehicles to the Pune Municipal Corporation. The presentation took place in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and other dignitaries.
These 1.5-tonne electric garbage tipper vehicles represent a significant step towards promoting sustainable and environmentally friendly waste management practices in Pune, as highlighted in the press release. EKA Mobility’s electric garbage collection vans had undergone successful trial runs with the Pune Municipal Corporation for several months before the official handover of the current fleet.
Hirdesh Thakur, speaking on behalf of EKA Mobility, emphasized their commitment to assisting the Pune Municipal Corporation in their efforts to create a cleaner and more sustainable urban environment. He expressed confidence in these electric garbage tipper vans playing a pivotal role in Pune’s mission to enhance the city’s cleanliness in a sustainable manner.
He also noted the significance of Pune becoming a proponent of environment-conscious mobility to enhance the quality of life for its residents and expressed their readiness to collaborate closely with the PMC team to deploy more electric vehicles, ultimately aiming to make Pune the first Indian city to achieve 100% green mobility in its fleet.
Key Features of the EKA Mobility 1.5-Tonne Electric Garbage Tipper Vans:
- Zero-Emission Operation: These electric garbage collection vans produce no tailpipe emissions, significantly reducing the carbon footprint associated with waste collection.
- High Payload Capacity: With a capacity of 1.5 tonnes, these vans ensure efficient and effective waste collection and transportation, contributing to cleaner and more hygienic urban spaces.
- Noise Reduction: These electric vehicles operate quietly, minimizing noise pollution in residential areas during collection hours.
- Extended Range: EKA Mobility’s advanced battery technology provides these vans with an impressive range, ensuring uninterrupted operation throughout the day.
- Advanced Safety Features: Equipped with modern safety features, these vans prioritize the well-being of waste collection crews and other road users.
Source: Autocar Professional