Tata Partners Shell India To Set Up EV Charging Stations Across India

Tata Passenger Electric Mobility (TPEM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shell India to set up public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across India. 

In a statement, Tata Motors said that the collaboration will leverage Shell’s widespread fuel station network and TPEM’s insights from over 1.4 Lakh Tata EVs on Indian roads to set up chargers at locations frequently visited by Tata EV owners. 

“Through this partnership, we aim to grow the existing charging infrastructure, which is crucial for mainstream adoption of EVs in the country, particularly as the customer base continues to expand,” TPEM chief strategy officer Balaje Rajan said.

The agreement is aimed at offering improved experience to EV owners in the country. According to the statement, the two companies are also exploring possibilities to launch convenient payment systems and loyalty programmes. 

“Our dedication to using 100% certified renewable sources combined with our ultra-fast and reliable chargers ensures that our customers enjoy a sustainable, hassle free and efficient charging experience. Our strategic partnership with Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd aims to promote the widespread adoption of electric vehicles in the country by leveraging digital integration and customer-centric initiatives,” said Sanjay Varkey, director of Shell India Markets Private Limited. 

The development comes at a time when EV sales are on the rise in the country. However, unlike many western countries, EV adoption is being led by two-wheelers in India.

According to government data, the registrations of electric two-wheelers in the country crossed the 1 Lakh mark for the first time in March. The data revealed that total registrations jumped over 65% month-on-month (MoM) to 1.36 Lakh units last month from 82,500 units in February, showed Vahan data on April 1.

Meanwhile, TPEM claims to have a 71% market share in electric passenger vehicles in India.

To cater to the rising demand for EV charging stations, a number of startups and companies are currently working on further growing India’s charging infrastructure.

Earlier this week, Adani TotalEnergies E-Mobility signed an MoU with MG

Motor India to strengthen the electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the country.