Greaves Electric Mobility introduces India's first high-performance family electric scooter - Ampere Nexus, at a starting price of Rs 1,09,900
Greaves Electric Mobility Private Limited (GEMPL), the e-mobility arm of Greaves Cotton Limited, today introduces its first high-performance family electric scooter, the Ampere Nexus, starting at INR 1,09,900 (ex-showroom). Ampere Nexus is entirely designed, developed, and manufactured in India, featuring multiple first-ever innovations and class-leading specifications.
The Ampere Nexus comes in four attractive colours: Zanskar Aqua, Indian Red, Lunar White, and Steel Grey. This diverse colour palette ensures riders have a spectrum of appealing choices to suit their preferences. High-performance and family-focused features redefine the electric scooter experience, providing unparalleled comfort, style, performance, intelligence, and safety.
Mr K. Vijaya Kumar, Executive Director & CEO of Greaves Electric Mobility Private Limited, said, "The launch of Ampere Nexus high-speed electric scooter marks a momentous achievement in our commitment to sustainable transportation. This transition from leisurely to urban to highspeed models signifies a pivotal moment in our journey. With each stride forward in democratising e-mobility, we progress toward a more inclusive, sustainable future. The Ampere Nexus stands ready for those ready to Take Charge of their daily aspirations."
Boasting a 3 kWh safest LFP battery with 30% extra battery life and a powerful mid-mount drive, this e-scooter delivers a seamless riding experience with its 4 kW peak motor power. With five versatile riding modes, front disc brakes and an IP67 rating, riders can effortlessly navigate all terrains and climates, including flooded conditions, validated by this scooter's iconic pre-launch ride covering 10,000 km from Kashmir to Kanyakumari. The Ampere Nexus ensures both performance and efficiency by offering impressive speed in Power mode, along with more comfort-focused multiple city modes and reverse mode. Plus, with a remarkable CMVR-certified range of 136 km per charge, riders can explore more without worrying about recharging frequently. Crafted at the confluence of innovation and reliability, the Ampere Nexus sets a new benchmark for electric mobility, embodying the ethos of the trademarked technologies of Nex.Armor and Nex.IO.
The e-scooter, dubbed The Nex Big Thing, achieved a record-breaking journey from Kashmir to Kanyakumari. This expedition set four iconic records acknowledged by the India Book of Records. It achieved the longest electric scooter ride, spanning over 10,000 kilometres, a first in a single journey. The journey also set a record by visiting 115 cities and towns in one ride. Additionally, the scooter became the first electric scooter capable of towing a pickup truck weighing 1860 kg and an additional 140 kg from two passengers, covering 2 kilometres. Another notable achievement was the creation of the biggest electric scooter brand logo on white sand, measuring an impressive 179.8ft x 95.2 ft or 17100 sq. ft.
Today, you can book the Ampere Nexus in two variants (Nexus EX and Nexus ST) online. Test rides and delivery will be available at over 400 dealerships and touchpoints across India starting the second half of May 2024.
Greaves Cotton Limited (GCL), also known as Greaves, is a diversified, multi-product, multi-fuel, and multi-location engineering company with a legacy of 165 years and strong brand trust. Originally renowned for its single-cylinder diesel engines, Greaves has transformed into a fuel-agnostic, end-to-end mobility solutions provider, driven by the purpose of "Empowering Lives”. The Company is enabling a sustainable transition to green mobility and aims to touch a billion lives by 2030. Greaves is building a digitally integrated ecosystem that connects consumers, business partners, and service providers across the entire mobility value chain.
Through its five independent business units—Greaves Engineering, Greaves Electric Mobility Ltd., Greaves Retail, Greaves Finance Ltd., and Greaves Technologies Ltd.—Greaves combines agility with strategic focus, delivering innovation and enhancing accessibility for consumers. With significant investments in technology and human capital, the Company is positioned to lead in India’s EV and sustainable mobility markets. The Company remains committed to sustainable growth and economic progress, making it a trusted partner in shaping the future of mobility in India.
Greaves Electric Mobility Limited (GEML), the electric mobility business of Greaves Cotton Limited (GCL), is one of the first companies in India to focus on the evolving market of electric vehicles (“EV”) and has been among the frontrunners at driving EV adoption in the country*. GEML has been designing and manufacturing electric vehicles for over 16 years and has established a strong presence in the electric 2-wheeler segment*. Furthermore, MLR Auto Limited and Bestway Agencies Private Limited, are subsidiaries of GEML. GEML is committed to creating an affordable and sustainable ecosystem and aims to provide clean and last-mile mobility solutions.
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