TVS Motor introduces e-scooters in Kenya
The TVS iQube comes in two variants, the TVS iQube 3.5 and TVS iQube 2.2, and can travel between 75 and 115 kilometres on a single charge.
Nairobi, Kenya – TVS Motor Company has unveiled electric scooters in the Kenyan market, responding to the rising demand for eco-friendly and efficient motorcycles. The TVS iQube is available in two models: the TVS iQube 3.5 and TVS iQube 2.2, boasting a range of 75 to 115 kilometers on a single charge. According to Peyman Kargar, President of International Business at TVS Motor Company, the African two-wheeler market is expanding at a 7-10% annual rate through 2030, while the electric two-wheeler sector is growing at a much swifter pace, with projections ranging from 15% to 25% annual growth through 2030-31.
Despite currently being low compared to the industry's overall size, the conditions for electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Kenya are favorable, with a promising long-term outlook.
TVS's entry into the e-scooter market coincides with a decline in demand for fuel-powered motorbikes, driven by the escalating cost of fuel. The company currently offers petrol-powered bikes, which are popular in the boda boda sector and for personal errands and deliveries. The TVS iQube will be distributed through Car & General dealerships across Kenya and comes with a comprehensive warranty covering two years or 30,000 kilometers.
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