Joint venture for UK scooter with solid state battery
India’s leading electric 2-wheeler maker has announced a joint venture with Pragmatic Design Solutions (PDSL) in the UK that is developing a scooter with solid state batteries.
The solid state battery gives the Epluto electric scooter from Pure EV and PDSL a range of 250km with fast charging and an AI-based power-train for user-friendly troubleshooting. The development has begun for a launch early in 2025.
PDSL develops automotive technology for Jaguar Land Rover, Aston Martin, Volkswagen, Bentley, Lotus, McLaren, Rivian, VInFast, Polestar, Volta Trucks, Panasonic and LG.
The joint venture with Pure plans to raise $£30 to £40m € and will be based at the Coventry University Technology Park in UK. Coventry and the wider West Midlands region is known as a world leading automotive hub including for electric vehicle (EV) technology.
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“The collaboration blends PURE EV’s innovative prowess in electric vehicle design with PDSL UK’s engineering excellence, targeting a product that redefines performance and sustainability. The joint venture sets the stage for a transformative journey towards affordable, high-performance electric mobility, driving the future of transportation both in India and on the global stage,” said Ned Jolic, Sr Manager at PDSL
Pure EV is headquartered in Hyderabad, India, and has a portfolio of 120+ IP filings. It has successfully distributed over 70,000 vehicles through a network of 150+ outlets worldwide and has a 25% market share in the Indian EV motorcycle segment within just one year of launch. The joint venture with PDSL is a key move for its global expansion.
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“Having tasted success in the electric two wheeler commuter segment, Pure EV is excited to be entering the premium scooter segment,” said Rohit Vadera, CEO of Pure. By joining forces with PDSL UK, we are poised to unlock new opportunities and bring to market products that not only meet but exceed the expectations of our customers. We aim to develop a premium product in every aspect that would be accepted in India and selected countries in the international market, and a joint venture with PDSL is the right step toward achieving this goal.”
“PDSL will leverage its unmatched electrification engineering and supply chain capabilities to bolster the future growth of Pure EV through the establishment of a newly created Joint Venture for Research & Development,” said Dr. Steve Simplay, Director of Manufacturing Supply Chain Solutions (MSME) at PDSL.
“PDSL is currently supporting several electric vehicle OEMs through the electrification journey and will support development of solid-state batteries. With a robust portfolio boasting over 120+ IP filings, PURE EV already operates a network of more than 150 outlets with a vision of extending the business globally through expertise from PDSL. Together, we anticipate delivering even more innovative electric mobility solutions to customers, while concurrently developing a robust agile supply chain to facilitate future growth and expansion.”
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