BikeWo Partners with Yubhas Renewables to Advance Solar-Assisted EVs for Rural Last-Mile Mobility
BikeWo Green Tech Limited has joined hands with Yubhas Renewables to pilot solar-assisted electric three-wheelers aimed at rural and semi-urban mobility. The project envisions training youth as owner-operators, supported by financing under the MUDRA scheme.
Hyderabad: BikeWo Green Tech Limited has partnered with Yubhas Renewables Private Limited to commence operational validation of solar-assisted electric three-wheelers designed for rural and semi-urban mobility applications.
Through the collaboration, BikeWo will leverage its rider network and operational expertise to evaluate the vehicle under commercial operating conditions ahead of its planned market deployment.
The pilot programme will assess the vehicle’s performance across key parameters including range, battery efficiency, payload capacity, ride quality, thermal performance, braking, operating economics, and overall reliability under diverse operating conditions. Operational feedback from BikeWo’s last-mile network will be used to refine the vehicle’s design and performance ahead of wider market deployment.
Beyond technology validation, the partnership seeks to create a broader ecosystem that combines clean mobility with rural entrepreneurship. The two companies are exploring a rural development initiative to train young people in vehicle operations, maintenance, customer service, and business management, enabling them to become owner-operators and build sustainable livelihoods through clean transportation.
As part of the initiative, eligible participants may also be able to access financing opportunities under the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana, subject to applicable eligibility criteria and lender approvals.
The long-term objective is to enable trained individuals to become owner-operators of solar-assisted electric vehicles that can support passenger transport, agricultural logistics, village deliveries, healthcare access, and other essential last-mile services while generating sustainable income for rural families.
Hiten Pal Saklani, CEO, BikeWo Green Tech Limited, said, “At BikeWo, we are constantly exploring innovative mobility solutions that improve operational efficiency while contributing to a more sustainable future.”
Sai Satyam Pradhan, Founder & CEO, Yubhas Renewables, said, “Our vision is to build a practical solar-assisted mobility platform that addresses the unique transportation needs of rural India.”
