Electrical and solar vehicle dealer, Go Electric Limited, is set to unveil its latest electrical and solar vehicle models in Rwanda.
The move is set to mark a significant stride in the realm of sustainable transportation.
The company received a shipment comprising several units of its new model dubbed UTU saloon cars.
The firm plans to avail in the market over 1000 EVs by 2025, expanding its fleet to accommodate diverse preferences and needs.
This comprehensive range will include not only saloon cars but also 3-wheelers, pick-ups, and trucks, confirming the company's dedication to holistic and sustainable mobility solutions.
The company has already signed up with various financial institutions that can finance consumers interested in the units. The prices of the unit start from as low as 12,000 USD Onwards.
Speaking in Kigali Rwanda, Go Electric Limited’s Director, Paul Njeru, expressed enthusiasm about the UTU electric vehicles' introduction.
Njeru said that they aim to accelerate EVs adoption by offering high-quality, affordable options that cater to their customers' diverse needs.
He also added that the arrival of these new models emphasizes the company’s commitment to a cleaner, greener future for Rwanda and Africa as a whole.
"The UTU model is competitively priced, appealing to environmentally conscious consumers not only in Rwanda but other parts of Africa. Their affordability redefines sustainable transportation, making it more accessible than ever," Njeru said.
As Go-electric Limited began operations in Rwanda, new units (Saloons) were recently delivered, targeting to sell to ride-hailing companies, and corporate fleets transitioning from Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) to Electric Vehicle (EV).
He added that the firm envisions a future where sustainable transportation is both environmentally conscious and economically viable.
By introducing competitively priced electric vehicles and expanding its fleet in 2024, the company aims to spearhead regional transition to a sustainable and eco-conscious automotive landscape.
"We are investing USD 20,000,000 to import more vehicles and help the country as the global attention shifted to e-mobility. This investment will not only contribute to sustaining the country's transportation infrastructure but also align with Rwanda's commitment to sustainability and green initiatives," Njeru said.
Africa has been diligently working on an e-mobility program that outlines a phased transition to electric buses, passenger vehicles, and motorcycles starting in 2020.
This visionary move aims to not only replace conventional vehicles but also significantly reduce transport fuel imports and the associated greenhouse gas emissions.
The firm’s management said that it has laid out ambitious plans to roll out a driver-training program in the East African region to support the transition into EVs.
The Kenyan EV maker has also inked various partnership agreements with various industry players to manufacture and develop various Electrical and solar vehicles that will meet the demand in the market where Go Electric Ltd through its Corporate Affairs team and consultants will provide research and development, technology consulting services and sales agent services to overseas partners.
The EV Dealer is establishing a robust charging infrastructure across key Rwandan locations through strategic partnerships with local stakeholders.
This collaboration aims to ensure convenient and widespread access to charging stations, facilitating the seamless integration of electric vehicles into the country's transport network.
"Our focus on importing more vehicles will ensure accessibility and affordability in the local market. Additionally, this strategic investment aligns with Rwanda's economic growth trajectory, providing employment opportunities and fostering technological advancement within the automotive industry,” said Njeru.