Kinetic Green plans a big role in e2w segment with Luna
The Hindu
Kinetic Green Energy plans to recreate a buzz in the electric two-wheeler segment with its affordable eLuna moped.
Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions Ltd. (Kinetic Green) is hopeful of recreating a buzz in the electric two-wheeler segment with the unveiling of its iconic moped Luna, said a top company executive.
“While everyone is looking at e-versions of their scooters upwards of 100cc, we have made a smart move of looking at the entry level segment,” co-founder and Executive Director Ritesh Mantri said during an interaction.
Kinetic Green commenced online bookings for the eLuna on January 26 for a token advance of ₹500.
“We are hopeful of getting one lakh bookings by March 31. On a full charge, it will offer a mileage of 80-100 km. If the payload is 150 kg, it should be about 80 km,” he said.
“The price of eLuna will be announced soon. It is India’s first affordable hi-speed multi-utility vehicle. To make it more affordable, we are coming out with an EMI scheme of ₹2,000-2,500 per month for 30-36 months,” said founder and CEO Sulajja Firodia Motwani.
“The batteries are going to be made inhouse. We are offering the eLuna with Li-ion battery with three years warranty in three variants – chargeable, removeable and swappable,” she said.
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