Okinawa Autotech Private Ltd., an e-automobile manufacturer, has now launched the Ridge+, an 800-watt, BLDC Motor (Water-Proof) e-scooter powered by Lithium-ion battery. Ridge+ is available in two colours – Lucent Orange/ Magna Grey & Mid Night Blue. Ridge+ is available at Rs 64,998 ex-showroom pan India.
With a top speed of 55km/hr, the e-scooter gives a mileage of 120km/charge. It features best-in-class loading capacity of 150kg, with comfortable handling. The Ridge+ comes with front and rear drum brakes, central locking, anti-theft alarm, keyless entry etc. In a first, it also features E-ABS (Electronic-Assisted Braking System) with regenerative energy and a Find My Scooter Function that allows you to remotely locate your scooter.
During the inaugural month of October, the company aims to roll out 500 units of Ridge+ in a few states, followed with 1500 units of Ridge+ in November 2018. Thereon, Okinawa seeks to increase the capacity substantially.
Jeetender Sharma, MD, Okinawa Autotech said, “After the positive response garnered by Ridge and Praise, Ridge+ is the result of Okinawa’s sustained desire to keep offering Indian commuters best-in-class EVs which are not only equal, but even better than their in-class conventional fuel variants. The Ridge+ offers great convenience by providing the detachable battery which makes the charging at ease. User can take out the battery & carry to their home or office for charging purpose. Equipped with a Micro-charger featuring Auto-cut that get the scooter up and running in 2 hours flat. The high mileage offered by it is a treat for the explorers amidst our users for whom the roads are not a means towards a destination but an experience in themselves. Lastly, the unique design and color scheme of the Ridge+ will definitely make it, along with its proud owner, stand out among the crowds.”
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