Zen Mobility Launches Their First EV Micro Pod In India: A Purpose-Built Cargo 3-Wheeler LEV

Highlights: 

• - Zen Mobility introduces the Zen Micro Pod- a purpose-built cargo 3-wheeler LEV.
• - The vehicle is available in two variants with a range exceeding 120 km.
• - These three-wheeled Micro Pods offer a payload capacity of 150 kgs that can be customized.
• - Pre-orders for 10,000 units have been received from top logistics enterprises.
• - The production line established in Manesar is capable of manufacturing 100,000 vehicles/year. 

Renowned electric mobility solutions brand and original equipment manufacturer, Zen Mobility situated at Manesar, Gurgaon introduces the Zen Micro Pod- a purpose-built cargo 3-wheeler LEV (Light Electric Vehicle), as part of its goal to engineer innovations in the electric vehicles sector of India. 

As for the brand Zen Mobility, it is focused on serving the B2B market, specifically for last-mile deliveries. Their customer base includes third-party logistics providers, last-mile service providers, e-commerce, and grocery delivery companies. 

Further, the company has grown to new heights by bagging 10,000 orders from several enterprises and has established a production line in Manesar with a capacity of 100,000 vehicles annually.

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What’s Special About Zen Micro Pod?

For starters, the Zen Micro Pod includes a distinct cargo box that can be customized to meet individual requirements, featuring shelves, refrigerated boxes, open tubs, and more. These storage units are equipped with a secure locking mechanism to prevent theft or pilferage. 

Additionally, the Pod's patented drive-train and vehicle telematics provide fleet companies with efficient fleet management capabilities, including vehicle tracking, state-of-charge monitoring, geofencing, and remote locking. 

The Zen Micro Pod will be available in two variants - the R5x and R10x. With a maximum payload of 150 kilograms, the Zen Micro Pod surpasses conventional 2-wheelers’ load-carrying capacity by 2.5 times. The vehicle also operates at a minimal running cost, consuming only 4 units of electricity with a charging time of approx. 1.5 - 2 hrs. 

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Moreover, the lightweight technology used in the Zen Micro Pod requires less motor power to generate the same output, so, saving on battery costs and reducing cost-per-delivery is a piece of cake. 

Apart from these, Its compact, ergonomic design even provides comfort and convenience for riders, making it easy to navigate through busy urban streets while delivering a smooth riding experience. The vehicle's braking system has also been designed with rider safety in mind, ensuring smooth and effective braking in all situations.

All in all, by choosing the Zen Micro Pod, logistics companies can reduce their operational expenses while improving overall efficiency.

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Comments From Zen Mobility: 

Speaking on the announcement, Mr. Namit Jain, Founder and CEO, of Zen Mobility said that “We are excited to announce the launch of our latest product, the Zen Micro Pod, a 1st ever purpose-built three-wheeler Light Electric Vehicle in India. This innovative and compact design is set to revolutionize the last-mile delivery space with its efficient performance.

We have also collaborated with renowned leasing and rental companies, as well as fleet and third-party logistics (3PL) providers to ensure seamless deployment of the Zen Micro Pod, which can be leased or rented monthly, with fees of up to INR 9,999 determined by factors such as lease type, tenure, and other considerations.

As an organisation, we are committed to creating a positive impact on urban mobility by offering responsible mobility solutions that cater to the needs of society and enhance productivity while minimizing carbon footprint and the overall cost of ownership. Our ultimate goal is to bridge the supply and demand gap of EVs in last-mile delivery and provide effective fleet management solutions that we feel will excite the E-commerce and fleet companies. The Micro Pod is a significant step towards achieving this objective.” He added.