auto news desk, Global ride sharing app Uber has launched Uber Green to achieve the goal of zero pollution mobility in India. Under this, Uber will include electric vehicles and two-wheelers in its cab service. Under this, the company has announced the launch of Uber Green in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru from June 2023. Uber Green will enable riders to book electric vehicles for their trips. Commenting on the announcement, Andrew McDonald, Senior Vice President, Mobility and Business Operations, Uber said, “The rapid pace of electrification in India makes this a priority for Uber. The country manufactures because we want to transform every ride on our platform. Our commitment to electrification by 2040.
announces new partnership
Expansion of Fleet Partners: Uber will partner with Everest Fleet Pvt Ltd, the country’s largest B2B fleet service provider, to further drive the development of EVs on its platform and on top of Uber’s global fleet partner move, Uber will deploy 25,000 electric vehicles Will ensure the presence of Seven cities that will help drivers move towards EVs faster.
EV Two Wheeler Partnership: Uber is partnering with EV-as-a-service startup Zipp Electric to deploy 10,000 electric two-wheelers by 2024 to promote sustainable mobility in its fast-growing Uber Moto category.
EV Financing: Uber and Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) have signed an MoU to help customers buy clean fuel vehicles – EVs and CNG.
EV Charging Infrastructure: Uber is pursuing two key partnerships in the area of charging infrastructure. It will also implement its global mobility agreement in India with BP Pulse in collaboration with Jio-BP. Uber has also signed an MoU with GMR Green Energy to set up dedicated charging facilities.