New Delhi: Electric vehicle (EV) maker Okinawa has announced the launch of its B2B electric two-wheeler, Okinawa Dual, priced at ₹58,998.
Designed to transform the delivery sector and enhance efficiency for businesses, Okinawa Dual is packed with state-of-the-art technology and features that can be enhanced to meet the needs of delivery firms.
E-commerce delivery
With the largest loading capacity ever on a two-wheeler, Okinawa is deploying the Dual for last-mile logistics operations.
With dual loading capacity on the front as well as the rear side of the vehicle, Okinawa Dual is a first-of-its-kind vehicle designed to cater to the niche requirements of delivery.
Carry gas cylinders, water cans on Okinawa Dual
From heavy items such as gas cylinders, heavy hardware equipment and water cans to day-to-day items such as groceries, medicines, cold storage etc., Okinawa offers additional customized accessories such as delivery box, stackable crates, cold storage boxes for medicines, cylinder carrier and lab on wheels.
Available in two colours—Fire Red and Sunshine Yellow—the electric two-wheeler is a perfect amalgamation of trendy looks and sturdy build. It has a 70% metal body.
Vocal for local
Currently, the company ensures 92% localization in its products and aims to take this to 100% by April 2021.
Tried and tested on Indian roads, the Okinawa Dual is powered by a 250 Watt electric motor that has a top speed of 25kmph.
The low speed keeps it outside of stipulations such as registration or driver’s licence.
With a kerb weight of 75kg, the Okinawa Dual features a disc brake at the front and a drum-brake on the rear.
Mileage and battery
For ease in charging, Okinawa has included a 48W 55Ah detachable battery that can be charged 80% in 1.5 hours and entirely in about 4-5 hours, delivering a 130km range on a single charge.
The Li-ion battery pack ensures incomparable fast charging, making it highly reliable for B2B use.
60km mileage for personal use
The Okinawa Dual is the most disruptive B2B EV, but it can also be bought for personal use.
In its personal use Okinawa Dual, the EV maker offers an additional push-type pillion, a lower 48V 28Ah battery that can be charged 80% in 45 minutes and entirely in 2-3 hours and offers a range of 60km in a single charge.
Where to buy Okinawa EV
Okinawa Autotech is offering a 3-year warranty on battery, and 3 years or 30,000km (whichever is earlier) warranty on powertrain.
Okinawa Dual can be purchased pan India from Okinawa’s dealers and stores here.
Other specifications
To provide maximum comfort for the rider, Okinawa Dual comes with remote on function, side footrest, hard mat design, etc.
Phone holder, charging port, water bottle carrier, are among the other utility features in the Okinawa Dual.
Delivery bike
Jeetender Sharma, managing director and founder, Okinawa Autotech, said, “With the rise of e-commerce and last-mile deliveries fuelled by the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become imperative for businesses in the delivery segment to consistently innovate, reduce operational costs, and increase efficiency. With Okinawa Dual, we aim to electrify last-mile delivery for businesses.”
B2B electric two-wheeler
Rupali Sharma, chairperson, Okinawa Autotech, said: “In the past 5 years, we have seen huge success in the consumer market. We take pride in furthering the adoption of EVs through our vision ‘Power the Change’. The year 2021 promises to bring even bigger opportunities for Okinawa as we expand our horizon and foray into the B2B segment.”
About Okinawa
Established in 2015, Okinawa Autotech is India’s largest electric 2-wheeler maker and the first Indian company to get a FAME II subsidy from the government of India.
With a widespread network of 300+ dealers pan India, Okinawa caters to not only metro cities but goes beyond to reach tier-II, tier-III and rural regions of the country.