In a bid to expedite the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in India, Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) announced on Wednesday the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Adani Total Energies E-Mobility Limited (ATEL).

The MoU outlines a roadmap for establishing a widespread EV charging infrastructure across the country, as stated in a media release.

Mahindra & Mahindra, India’s leading SUV manufacturer, has partnered with ATEL, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Adani Total Gas Limited.

Additionally, the partnership will involve the rollout of e-mobility solutions to offer seamless access to the charging network for customers, including discovery, availability, navigation, and transactions. As a result, XUV400 customers will now have access to over 1100 chargers through the Bluesense+ App, significantly enhancing the convenience and accessibility of electric vehicle charging for Mahindra EV owners.

Veejay Nakra, President of M&M's automotive division, commented, This collaboration is pivotal in enhancing the EV charging infrastructure, ensuring our customers enjoy seamless access to the charging network and digital integration for an unparalleled EV experience. As part of our commitment to enhance customer experience through partner networks, we are actively onboarding multiple partners to expand the EV ecosystem and drive the adoption of electric vehicles.

Suresh P Manglani, Executive Director & CEO of ATEL, stated that the collaboration with Mahindra & Mahindra for charging infrastructure will strengthen customer confidence in embracing EV technology as part of the energy transition. He added that such initiatives will contribute to reducing carbon emissions and assist India in achieving its climate action goals.

Aligned with COP26 commitments, the partnership between Mahindra and ATEL underscores the collaborative efforts needed to decarbonize transportation and transition towards an electric and sustainable future, as mentioned in the release.