Tata Motors has commenced delivery of the first batch of Tata Prima E.55s to BillionE Mobility, marking an important step towards zero-emission heavy-duty freight transport. The company also secured an additional order for 250 electric prime movers, highlighting the growing acceptance of sustainable logistics solutions.
The fleet will be delivered in phases and deployed in key freight corridors in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Delhi NCR and Haryana. These electric trucks will support long distance transportation of key industrial goods including steel, cement and other bulk cargo.
The handover ceremony, attended by Girish Wagh, Karthikeya Hariyani and Rajesh Kaul along with senior leadership teams from both organisations, marks a major milestone in accelerating zero-emission freight mobility in India.
Acquiring the e-truck, Mr. Kartikeya Hariyani, Founder of BillionE & ChargeZone and Mr. Sanjeev Kulkarni, CEO, BillionE Mobility said, “At BillionE Electric Mobility our focus is on building electric commercial vehicle solutions that can be deployed reliably and at scale in real freight operations for inter-city routes. We are entering into a strategic partnership with Tata Motors as we aim to achieve systematic large-scale acquisition and deployment in a month-by-month planned manner. “We have to accelerate our commitment to the pipeline.” Target of 1,500 units of heavy-duty logistics in India in 6 to 18 months. Tata Prima E.55S delivers the performance, reliability and operational efficiency required for intensive logistics solutions in various applications. We are pleased to add the Prima E.55S 450kWh, India’s largest in-class battery capacity, to enhance our long distance logistics capabilities.
Sharing his vision, Mr. Rajesh Kaul, Vice President and Business Head – Trucks, Tata Motors Limited, said, “Electric trucking scales when vehicles are built for real operating conditions – duty cycle, uptime, energy efficiency and total cost of ownership. Developed with this application-led approach, the Prima E.55S brings together India’s first high-performance e-axle, an advanced battery management system and dual charging ports, creating a segment-leading The 450 kWh battery pack is designed for extended range and demanding duty cycles, helping customers achieve faster payback. Our close collaboration with the vehicle and supporting ecosystem has enabled reliable electric operations across key freight corridors.
The Tata Prima e.55S, part of the wider Tata Trucks.EV range, is built on i-MoEV – Tata Motors’ advanced electric vehicle architecture – and features an all-electric drivetrain with integrated e-axle and regenerative braking. Powered by a 450kWh battery pack, the truck offers a range of up to 350 km on a single charge. Key features include a 3-speed auto shift transmission, dual-gun fast-charging capability, and a comprehensive suite of safety technologies like driver monitoring system, lane departure warning, tire pressure monitoring system, cruise control, electronic braking system, and optional ADAS. The premium Prima cabin is designed to enhance driver comfort and productivity, supporting efficient long-range operations.
Tata Motors continues to pioneer future-ready mobility solutions across multiple alternative fuel technologies including battery electric, CNG, LNG, hydrogen internal combustion and hydrogen fuel cells. The company offers one of India’s widest portfolio of alternative fuel commercial vehicles spanning small commercial vehicles, trucks, buses and vans. This is supported by end-to-end vehicle lifecycle solutions under the End-to-End Service 2.0 initiative and a nationwide service network of over 3,200 touchpoints, providing reliable performance and maximum uptime for customers.
By 2024, Billion Electric Mobility – one of India’s fastest growing e-MaaS (e-Mobility as a Service) company with over 125+ EV trucks running on its network. Till date, Billion Electric has achieved a total commercial delivery of 30,00,000 kilometers in terms of clean energy kilometers and has indigenously built its advanced technology-driven fleet management system and integrated EV charging capabilities. As part of the Billion E platform in the areas of renewable energy, charge zones (for EV charging) and mobility, Billion Electric Mobility continues to fulfill its commitment to help India build its energy security while making the environment pollution free and helping Indian corporates achieve their sustainability targets.