- In December 2024, SUN Mobility introduced its modular battery-swapping technology designed specifically for heavy electric vehicles (HEVs). The technology was unveiled during a workshop in Chennai, which saw over 100 private bus operators from Tamil Nadu in attendance. This solution aims to address the major challenges faced by commercial fleet operators, such as high upfront costs, insufficient charging infrastructure, and extended downtime associated with conventional charging methods
- In November 2024, Honda Power Pack Energy India Private Ltd (HEID) revealed plans to set up 500 battery-swapping stations across Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai by March 2026. This initiative is part of Honda's e:Swap service, aimed at improving the accessibility and convenience of electric two-wheelers, with a particular focus on the newly launched Honda Activa e
- In June 2022, Blink Charging Co. acquired EB Charging, a U.K.-based company specializing in electric vehicle charging and sustainable energy solutions. The acquisition enables Blink to expand its presence in the U.K. market and further develop its portfolio, including the installation of nearly 1,150 EV charging points
- In May 2022, SUN Mobility entered into a battery technology partnership with Greaves Electric. This collaboration focuses on utilizing shared charging infrastructure to introduce swappable batteries for electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers
- In February 2021, Tesla launched a battery swapping station in California, offering a solution to swap out an EV's energy cells for fully charged ones. This system eliminates the need for electric vehicle owners to rely on fast-charging stations
