ElectricPe to bring EV charging stations to Google Maps in India
Date: 26 Jul 2024
In
its ongoing mission to build customised solutions for India’s unique needs,
Google has partnered with ElectricPe, India’s most trusted EV super-app, to
enhance the electric vehicle (EV) charging experience. This collaboration
allows Google Maps users across India to view the availability and status of
charging points in real-time, enabling better journey planning and reducing
range anxiety. This feature, which is now live on both Google Maps and Google
Search, is a world-first for two-wheelers and will be expanded to other
regions.
Since
its inception, ElectricPe has been dedicated to simplifying EV ownership. The
Super App developed by ElectricPe provides a comprehensive platform for users
to identify, access, and pay for EV charging points (across all charger types),
making e-mobility more accessible. In December 2023, the company expanded its
services to include mobility centres - both online on the ElectricPe App &
website and physical stores. These centres act as multi brand outlets &
help customers to choose from a variety of E-2Wheeler options. They also offer
EV servicing, financing & affordable subscription plans.
India
is projected to have over 5 million public charging stations by 2030.
ElectricPe already operates 25,000+ public chargers in Bengaluru, making it the
largest network in the city. The super app has experienced a 30% month-on-month
growth rate and has facilitated over 28 million green kilometers for its
regular users.
Commenting
on the collaboration, Avinash Sharma co-founder of ElectricPe said, “This is
one of the most significant and exciting milestones in India’s EV space. A
partnership with Google Maps aligns seamlessly with ElectricPe’s core values
which is to make EV ownership easy and accessible. EV customers are seeking a
single trusted platform that will help them not only discover charging stations
but also seamlessly transact with them. Having visibility of these stations on
Google Maps will only speed-up adoption in an already fast-growing space.”
Through
this partnership, ElectricPe will gain access to Google Maps users, enabling
them to utilise the EV Super App and its charging stations. This collaboration
will lead to an increase in the number of users on the platform.