Staff Writer
Mumbai: Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, on Friday began deliveries of the Prima E.55S electric prime movers to BillionE Mobility. The company also announced an order win for 250 additional electric prime movers, signalling growing momentum in zero‑emission heavy‑duty freight transport. The fleet will be delivered in a phased manner and deployed across key freight corridors in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Delhi NCR and Haryana, supporting long‑haul movement of steel, cement and other industrial goods.
The first batch of trucks was handed over in the presence of Mr. Girish Wagh, Managing Director & CEO, Tata Motors Ltd.; Mr. Kartikey Hariyani, Founder, BillionE Mobility and ChargeZone; and Mr. Rajesh Kaul, Vice President and Business Head – Trucks, Tata Motors Ltd., along with senior leadership teams from both organisations.
Receiving the e-trucks, Mr. Kartikey Hariyani, Founder of BillionE & ChargeZone and Mr. Sanjeev Kulkarni, CEO, BillionE Mobility, said, “Our focus at Billion Electric Mobility is on building electric commercial vehicle solutions that can be deployed reliably, and at scale across real freight operations for inter-city routes. We are entering into a strategic partnership with Tata Motors as we aim to accelerate our commitment for systematic large-scale acquisition and month on month planned pipeline for deployment 6 to 18 months targeting 1,500 units of heavy‑duty logistics in India. The Tata Prima E.55S delivers the performance, reliability and operational efficiency required for intensive logistics solutions across various applications. We are pleased to induct Prima E.55S 450kWh, India’s largest in-class battery capacity of 450 kWh to enhance our long-haul logistics capabilities.”
Sharing his perspective, Mr. Rajesh Kaul, Vice President and Business Head – Trucks, Tata Motors Ltd., said, “Electric trucking scales when vehicles are built for real operating conditions—duty cycles, uptime, energy efficiency and total cost of ownership. Developed with this application‑led approach, the Prima E.55S brings together India’s first high‑performance e‑axle, an advanced battery management system and dual charging ports, supported by a segment‑leading 450 kWh battery pack designed for extended range and demanding duty cycles. These technologies translate into strong performance, higher uptime and lower operating costs, enabling customers to achieve faster payback. Our close collaboration with BillionE Mobility has ensured alignment across the vehicle and the supporting ecosystem, enabling dependable electric operations across key freight corridors.”
The Tata Prima E.55S, part of the extensive Tata Trucks.EV range, is built on i-MoEV – Tata Motors’ advanced electric vehicle architecture – and features a full‑electric drivetrain with an integrated e‑axle and regenerative braking. Powered by a 450kWh battery pack, the truck offers a range of up to 350 km on a single charge. Key features include a 3‑speed Auto Shift transmission, dual‑gun fast‑charging capability, and a comprehensive suite of safety technologies such as Driver Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Cruise Control, Electronic Braking System, and optional ADAS. The premium Prima cabin is designed to enhance driver comfort and productivity, supporting efficient long‑haul operations.
Tata Motors continues to advance future‑ready mobility solutions across multiple alternative fuel technologies, including battery electric, CNG, LNG, hydrogen internal combustion and hydrogen fuel cell. The company offers one of India’s most comprehensive portfolios of alternate‑fuel commercial vehicles spanning small commercial vehicles, trucks, buses and vans. This is supported by end‑to‑end vehicle lifecycle solutions under its Sampoorna Seva 2.0 initiative and a nationwide service network of over 3,200 touchpoints, delivering dependable performance and maximum uptime for customers.
