Inchcape+ has taken a decisive step forward with the grand opening of the BYD Commercial Mobility Hub and the official launch of the BYD T9R electric heavy-duty truck.
The BYD Commercial Mobility Hub is designed to showcase BYD’s latest electric vehicle (EV) technologies, serving as a knowledge and collaboration platform, and empowering businesses to transition seamlessly to electric fleets.
For Inchcape+ and BYD, this hub represents a vision for the future.
James Ng, Managing Director of BYD Singapore and the Philippines, captured this sentiment: “The launch of the BYD Commercial Mobility Hub represents a proud step forward in electrifying Singapore’s commercial vehicle sector. This hub embodies the progress of our partnership with Inchcape+.”
“We’re excited to collaborate further, introduce more advanced EV models, and support businesses in their electrification journeys, paving the way for a greener and more sustainable future,” he added.
A key highlight of the event was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Inchcape+ and ComfortDelGro Corporation, one of Singapore’s leading transport operators. This partnership aims to accelerate fleet electrification by offering tailored EV solutions, infrastructure support, and financing options for businesses looking to make the switch.
With Inchcape+ providing fit-for-purpose electric trucks and ComfortDelGro spearheading charging infrastructure and leasing options, this collaboration is a major step towards making EV adoption more accessible, practical, and cost-effective for Singapore’s commercial sectors.
Speaking on the significance of this partnership, Chua Hwee Song, Group Chief Special Projects Officer, ComfortDelGro, remarked: “As we work together to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles, we are reinforcing our commitment to sustainable transportation solutions that will benefit businesses and communities alike.”
The truck launched at the event was the T9R, an electric heavy-duty truck equipped with BYD’s Blade Battery technology, boasting a driving range of up to 320km. This makes it a practical solution for industries such as construction, logistics, and waste management.
This launch builds upon the momentum from last year’s Singapore International Transportation and Commercial Expo (SITCE), where Inchcape+ secured its first order of 100 BYD T9R trucks, the largest acquisition of BYD electric heavy-duty trucks in Singapore.
For Jerome Ang, General Manager of Electric Commercial Vehicles at Inchcape Singapore, the T9R is a statement of progress: “Today, we are ushering in a new era of green mobility with the launch of the BYD T9R and the opening of the BYD Commercial Mobility Hub. These milestones reflect our ongoing commitment to empowering businesses with sustainable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions.”
As global regulations tighten and fuel costs fluctuate, EVs provide businesses with a future-proof solution that balances sustainability with operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
With government support, industry partnerships, and technological advancements, the stage is set for commercial EV adoption to accelerate. The BYD Commercial Mobility Hub will serve as a knowledge hub, helping businesses navigate the transition to electric fleets with expert guidance, infrastructure solutions, and financial incentives.
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