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    Okinawa Electric Scooter Sales In 2021 Records 1 Lakh Milestone

    Okinawa Electric Scooter SalesOkinawa reports sales milestone of over 1,00,000 units in India in 2021 largely attributed to the family e-scooter success
    Okinawa has attained yet another milestone in its exciting journey as a new and leading electric vehicle brand in India. The company reports that sales have surpassed the 1,00,000 units milestone in India. This includes high-speed and low-speed models that Okinawa sells.
    Through 2021, Okinawa sales has been dominated by iPraise+ and Praise Pro electric scooter. Sales momentum has been helped largely by the locally manufactured iPraise+ and Praise Pro. They accounted for about 60 – 70 per cent share of yearly sales.
    Okinawa dealer network
    In order to improve its footprint and reach out to more and more buyers, Okinawa has focused on increasing its dealership network. This helps meet growing demand for its family e-scooters. Current dealership count stands at 400+ points spread across metro cities, Tier 2, Tier 3 cities, and rural markets.
    Okinawa Galaxy experience centre in Uttarakhand lets customers know more. In order to let customers better understand design and high-tech capabilities of its products, 50 more Okinawa Galaxy Stores will be inaugurated through the country in 2022.
    Okinawa Electric Scooter Sales In 2021
    Total investment through the next three years is earmarked at Rs 500 crore. Through Phase I, Rs 250 crore is to be invested. Gradually, investment will be increased over the coming years. Okinawa operates its own assembly line for motors and controls. Localisation is set to reach 100 per cent with the exception of battery cells. These units will continue to be imported. Okinawa is geared up to launch its new ‘High Speed Electric Scooter’ in Q1 2022.
    Okinawa riding experience
    In recent years, understanding of electric two-wheelers has gained mainstream attention. Better understanding has raised awareness around such products, and as a result purchases have improved. With companies reporting improved sales, manufacturers are taking the bull by its horns. R&D investments have improved, and the number of launches each year continues to increase.
    Stakeholder investments too have improved on the back of positivity. In a market that is still small by volume, Okinawa has been met with success when it comes to mass penetration of e2Ws in India. Through months of difficulty brought on by Covid19 pandemic, Okinawa is reputed as the second most selling E2W in India.
    Jeetender Sharma, MD and Founder of Okinawa Autotech, remarked of the milestone achievement, “We are glad and appreciative to those who expressed their belief in Okinawa and therefore helped us achieve this milestone. With our dynamic product selection and unique riding experiences, Okinawa has set new milestones in the mass penetration of Electric Two-Wheelers in India since its beginning.
    We’ve had only one strategy from the start: raise awareness and debunk all kinds of myths around EVs. We will continue to cater to the requirements of the purists, while also fulfilling the aspirations of a new base of the youth who have a very different approach with two-wheelers. We remain committed in our endeavour to serve our consumers with exciting new launches and curated experiences.” More

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    Okinawa Electric Scooters Gujarat Price List – Reduced By Up To Rs 38k

    Okinawa Electric Scooter – Praise Pro Price In GujaratOkinawa Autotech offers savings upto Rs.37,892 on Okinawa Praise Plus under the revised Gujarat EV Policy
    Okinawa Autotech is keen to cash in on the new Gujarat EV Policy as has been announced. As a member of Gujarat Energy Development Agency, Okinawa also looks forward to contributing towards the rapid EV adoption in the State, expand its customer base 3 fold and expand its dealerships by 50 percent by the end of this fiscal year.
    As against a current customer base of over 5,000 in the state of Gujarat, Okinawa wishes to take this count to 15,000 by 2022. With this target in place, Okinawa is working along with the Gujarat government which is planning at having two lakh EVs on state roads in the upcoming four years.
    Okinawa Electric Scooter Prices July 2021 – Gujarat
    The company presents three high speed scooters called the Okinawa Ridge+, Okinawa Praise Pro, and Okinawa iPraise+. These models now come in with savings ranging from Rs 26,947, to Rs 37,892 following the new order.
    The Okinawa Praise Pro which was earlier priced at Rs.84,795 came down to Rs 74,848 following the FAME II revisions. It is now reduced further by Rs 19,000 to Rs 57,848, thus relating to a total savings of Rs 26,947. Okinawa Ridge, earlier carried a price tag of Rs 69,000 with the current price at Rs 44,391 ex-s showroom Gujarat with total saving of Rs 24,609.
    Okinawa Electric Scooter – iPraise+ Price In Gujarat
    The top of the line Okinawa Praise Plus prices have been reduced from Rs 1,17,600 to Rs 79,708 with Gujarat Government incentive at Rs 20,000 to a new pricing of Rs 79,708. All prices are effective from 1st July 2021.
    Okinawa Electric Scooter – Ridge Plus Price In Gujarat
    Features, Power and Performance
    The Okinawa range offers smart features that include anti-theft sensor, side stand sensor and keyless entry. It also receives the “Find My Scooter” location tracker for added safety. Okinawa i-Praise scooter gets a 2.5Kw electric motor that makes 3.5 hp power and 40 Nm torque. It gets 3 ride modes of Eco, Sport and Turbo claiming a top speed of 75 km/h and a range of 160 Km range on a single charge. It gets its power via a removable 72 volt dual battery pack with charging facility in approximately 3 hours to fully charge.
    Every Okinawa product is fitted with a removable battery pack for more convenient charging either at the user’s home, office or at any other convenient location. The lithium ion batteries can be charged via a standard electric socket and is as easy as charging a mobile phone.
    Okinawa Electric Scooter Prices – Gujarat
    Okinawa further highlights that it has entered into association with several banks, NBFC, Fintech Co, Leasing and retail companies to simplify the process of buying for customers. Okinawa has also informed that it is in the process of investing Rs 150 crore to set up a new manufacturing facility in Rajasthan which will come up very close to the company’s existing plant. More

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    Okinawa Electric Scooter Prices Reduced By Up To Rs 17,800

    Okinawa Electric ScootersOkinawa is extending full subsidy benefits of 15000 / KWH to its customers following recent amendments in FAME II Policy
    Okinawa Autotech, the makers of the iPraise+, Praise Pro and Ridge+ have reduced the prices of their entire electric two wheeler lineup. The new pricing is in effect from 11th June 2021 and follows the recent amendments made by Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises to the Fame II policy. These latest revision will allow EV makers to compete on a common platform with their ICE counterparts.
    These changes include a subsidy offered to the electric two wheeler makers with demand incentive increased to Rs 15,000 per kWh from an earlier Rs 10,000 per kWh. The Government has also announced that the cap on incentives for electric two wheelers will be at 40 percent of the cost of the vehicle.
    New Okinawa Pricing
    Okinawa has reduced prices of its electric scooter range by Rs.7,200 to Rs.17,800 with effect from 1st June 2021. Following this price reduction, the Okinawa iPraise+ which was earlier priced at Rs.1,17,600 is now Rs.17,892 lower at Rs.99,708. Praise Pro has seen a price reduction of Rs.7,947 from an earlier pricing of Rs.84,795 to Rs.76,848 while the Ridge+ pricing is lowered by Rs.7,209 from Rs.69,000 to Rs.61,791.
    Okinawa Autotech, the first Indian company to get a FAME II subsidy from the Government of India has sold 90,000 units as of May 21 and is positioned in a No.2 spot behind Hero Electric in the electric two wheeler market.

    Okinawa
    Old Price
    New Price
    Diff

    iPraise+
    117,600
    99,708
    17,892

    Praise Pro
    84,795
    76,848
    7,947

    Ridge+
    69,000
    61,791
    7,209

    Okinawa Eco Pro
    Its iPraise+ is its best-selling model which has noted a threefold increase in demand over the past few months. It comes in with IOT enabled Mobile App called ‘Okinawa Eco Pro’ which allows the user to track the scooter, get directions and add emergency contact numbers in the effect of any disaster.
    Okinawa is very bullish about its performance in the year ahead. Despite the fact that the country is being ravaged by the coronavirus pandemic, the company recorded revenues to the extent of Rs 155 crores in FY2021 and targets a 300 percent YoY growth to Rs 465 crores in FY22.
    The company is also investing Rs 150 crores into a new facility in Rajasthan, close to its existing plant. The company also has a widespread network of 300+ dealerships in the country targeting buyers in Metros and in the Tier II and Tier III and in rural areas.
    The dealerships are located in Delhi, Bangalore, Noida, Jharkhand and Assam with plans to expand other Indian states. More recently, Okinawa has also entered into partnerships with financial institutions and e-commerce companies like Edelweiss, Credr, Zest Money, Welectric, and Beep Cart with plans to enhance its product portfolio and on-ground footprint. More

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    Okinawa Electric Scooter Sales Increase By 30% – Petrol Price Hike Effect

    Okinawa Electric Scooter Sales Growth
    Okinawa electric scooter sales and enquiries increase on account of rising petrol prices

    Having been an early mover in the electric scooter market, Okinawa finds itself in an advantageous position. Though electric scooter sales volumes are on the rise, total volumes are still small in these early days. For starters, in that equation, Okinawa sales is on the rise. It also manages to report sales, second only to Hero Electric.
    Recent months have seen petrol price stabilise in most cities at juts below 100 bucks for a litre. While that’s a spot of bother for all two wheeler users, electric variants are benefiting. Okinawa reported 30 percent increase in sale of electric scooters over the last quarter.
    The company attributes this to rising fuel prices. Not just sales, Okinawa has increasingly addressed a growing number of enquiries, close to a 3-fold increase from prospective customers.
    EV sector rapid growth
    Jeetender Sharma, MD & Founder, Okinawa Autotech, states “The EV sector in India is rapidly growing since the last three years as both the central and state governments have been taking many initiatives to promote the adoption of Electric vehicles.
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    The recent hike in fuel prices has further pushed consumers to look for alternate options such as electric vehicles. We as a company have witnessed the hike and aim to provide the electric vehicles that are at par with the ICE engine.”
    As petrol prices continue to move closer to Rs 100 per litre, demand for electric two-wheelers sees positive uptick. Over time, awareness around e-scooters continues to improve. Currently, Okinawa Autotech scooter sales are on the increase at a pace of 35 percent to 40 percent this year. Current market dynamics has helped the manufacturer emerge as one of the leading electric two-wheeler sellers. The company ended 2020 having sold the second highest no. of high-speed electric scooters.
    Okinawa electric scooters
    Product portfolio has now been expanded to six electric scooters available in a price range of Rs 50,000 to Rs 1.14 lakh. In 2021, Okinawa plans to launch 2 more new high speed two-wheelers.
    As the electric scooter segment establishes groundwork for the times to come, government subsidy policies are influencing product development. Considering government subsidies are not a blanket offer for electric scooters, manufacturers are inclined to opt for products that qualify for such subsidies.
    Considering these are still early days, in time, mainstream manufacturers will enter the electric two-wheeler space in a more involved manner. Until then, the road is clear for new manufacturers to stamp their roadmap strongly. More

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    Okinawa Electric Scooter New Offers – Chance To Win Rs 1 Lakh Gift Cheque

    Ola Electric Scooter Discounts March 2021
    Okinawa Marvellous March offer of assured gifts to encourage switch to electric scooters

    Okinawa announces ‘Marvellous March’, a month-long campaign with curated offers on its electric scooters till March 31, 2021. Okinawa Autotech reported growth last year. Despite the challenges that 2020 brought with it, Okinawa was able to withstand, and move forward. At the end of 2020, retails sales was reported at 5,601 units.
    In a market that sold less than 30k units through the year, Okinawa finds itself second only to Hero Electric. The manufacturer ended 2020 with 20.5 percent market share.
    Electric scooters for personal commute
    Current circumstances demand safety in commuting. While Covid-19 pandemic is continually a focus area, safety in personal commuting is now a key focus area. With scooters being an entry level vehicle, electric scooter manufacturers are putting their best foot forward.
    With tech being a core area for such offerings, smart mobility is the future. And the future seems to be knocking on our doors now. Apprehensions regarding public charging are being addressed, and electric two-wheeler manufacturers are counting on momentum built in 2020.
    Ola Electric Scooter Discounts March 2021
    Okinawa Scratch & Win assured gifts
    The ‘Scratch & Win assured gifts’ campaign is designed for Okinawa Lite, Ridge+, and R30 purchases. The benefit to customers is designed to encourage individuals to switch to electric scooters, and drive the change.
    For customers making a purchase, the choice of gifts is wide-ranging. A customer can select a gift from the ‘Choose Your Gift section’. This includes gifts such as Amazon Pay Gift Card worth Rs.3,000/-, Amazon Pay Gift Card worth Rs.5,000/-, Morphy Richards 20MS Microwave Oven, 1 Gram Gold Coin, Whirlpool 7.5 KG Semi-Automatic Washing Machine worth Rs.10,000/-, Samsung Galaxy M11 Smartphone – 64GB, Samsung 80cm LED TV worth Rs.25,000/-, Lenovo Laptop worth Rs.35,000/- and Gift Cheque worth Rs.1,00,000/-, and many others.
    On the price front, Okinawa Lite, Okinawa Ridge+, and Okinawa R30 are available at a retail price of Rs 63,990, Rs 73,417 and Rs 58,992, respectively. Okinawa operates through a 300+ dealership network pan India, including metro cities, Tier-2, Tier-3 and rural regions.
    Rupali Sharma, Chairperson & Co-founder, Okinawa Autotech said, “While it is great to celebrate women and womanhood on a particular day, we believe that women must be celebrated as much as men on any given day. It is heartening to see the outlook towards women gradually transforming.
    Today, more and more women are being valued and acknowledged for their contributions across the world. We are celebrating ‘Marvellous March’ so that people continue to care for and do something special for their loved ones. We are looking forward to the participation of people from pan India.” More

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    Okinawa Electric Motorcycle Oki 100 Launch Soon – First Teaser Released

    Okinawa Electric Motorcycle Teaser
    Save for the battery cells, all the other components of the electric bike will be sourced locally

    Okinawa Autotech showcased the Oki 100 electric motorcycle in the form of a prototype in 2018 Auto Expo. At 2020 Auto Expo, the fast growing electric two wheeler brand announced that its first motorcycle will be launched in the festive season. However, just like several other cases, the Okinawa Oki 100’s launch plans were hampered by the pandemic crisis. Now that the market is recovering, the brand has teased the production version which is set to be launched soon.
    Okinawa Oki 100
    The Okinawa Oki 100 is a compact commuter electric motorcycle which derives its styling inspiration from the Ducati Monster. The LED headlamp, red painted trellis frame, the pseudo fuel tank, and the tailpiece have obvious resemblance to the Italian middle-weight street fighter.
    Compared to the prototype, the production version which has been teased seems to miss out on a few items in a bid to keep the costs in check. For example, the LED turn indicators have been done away with in favor of conventional halogen units. The company earlier confirmed that the Oki 100 will offer connectivity features with a dedicated smartphone app.
    Specifications
    Without revealing the final specifications of the production version, Okinawa earlier stated that the motorcycle will have a top-speed of 100 kmph (hence the 100 in its name) and it will be heavily localized. In fact, save for the battery cells, all the other components will be locally made.
    Okinawa Electric Motorcycle Teaser
    Capacity of the lithium ion battery pack has not been revealed yet but expect the electric commuter to have a range of up to 150 km on a single charge. For reference, the prototype which was showcased in 2018 was powered by a 60 Ah 73 V battery pack which was capable of charging in two hours through a fast charger. The motor was a 3.3 hp unit. Okinawa hinted that the final production version is most likely to have a different battery and motor combination but the key performance figures would remain intact.
    The compact electric motorcycle is equipped with telescopic front forks, monoshock rear suspension, alloy wheels, front and rear disc brakes (could be offered with single-channel ABS), fully digital instrument console, and a belt drive.
    Rivals and price
    With a near 100% localization right from day one, the Okinawa Oki 100 motorcycle is expected to be competitively priced. A starting price of around INR 1 lakh (ex-showroom) would be an attractive proposition.
    Competition will come from the likes of Revolt RV400 which is already in the market and the upcoming Tork T6X which is likely to be introduced later this year. The Okinawa Oki 100 will be manufactured at the company’s Rajasthan plant. The electric commuter motorcycle is expected to widen Okinawa’s audience base significantly. More

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    New Okinawa Electric Scooter Called Dual – Launch Price Rs 59k

    Okinawa Dual Electric Scooter
    Okinawa Dual is a cutomisable B2B low-speed electric two-wheeler for wide-ranging applications

    Okinawa has introduced a customisable B2B Electric two-wheeler, Okinawa Dual. The product is designed to boost ‘services on wheels’ with its optimised dual loading capacity. Thus making a fret choice to deliver heavy items, including cylinders. Also, it’s designed for daily ecommerce deliveries, and more.
    The B2B Okinawa Dual electric two-wheeler is available at a price of Rs 58,998. Its product proposition lays in transforming the delivery sector and improve business efficiency for end users. Given its usability, Okinawa Dual can be customised as per customer business needs.
    Developed specially for the Delivery Service sector in India
    Its largest loading capacity makes it ideal for last-mile logistics. Dual loading capacity means one can load on the front and rear. The possibilities are endless – heavy hardware equipment, water cans, groceries, medicines, cold storage, etc. Okinawahas also designed customized accessories. They include Delivery Box, Stackable Crates, Cold storage boxes for medicines, Cylinder carrier, Lab on wheels, etc
    Okinawa Dual colour choices
    Okinawa Dual is available in two colours – Fire Red and Sunshine Yellow. Its sturdy build comes from a 70 percent metal body. 92 percent localization has already been attained at Okinawa.
    Okinawa Dual Electric Scooter
    This number should be at 100 percent by April 2021. Okinawa Dual gets power from a 250 Watt electric motor. Top speed is pegged at 25 kmph. Being a low speed unit means one doesn’t require a registration or driver’s license to use it.
    Specs for 55 Ah battery version
    Kerb weight is listed at 75 kgs. It features a front disc brake, and rear drum-brake. The 48W 55Ah detachable battery can be charged up to 80 percent in 1.5 hours. Full charge takes about 4-5 hours.
    Ride range is pegged at 130 km range on a single charge. The Li-ion battery pack facilitates fast charging. A prerequisite for B2B use. Comfort features include Remote on function, Side footrest, Hard Mat design, etc. Utility features include phone holder, charging port, water bottle carrier, etc.
    Specs for 28 Ah battery version
    Okinawa Dual for personal use
    Okinawa Dual for personal use features an additional push-type pillion. It runs on a lower 48V 28Ah battery that can be charged 80 percent in 45 minutes. Full charge takes 2-3 hours. Ride range is stated as 60 kms in single charge. 3-years warranty is available on the battery. And 3-years or 30,000 kms (whichever is earlier) warranty on powertrain.
    Jeetender Sharma, Managing Director & Founder, Okinawa Autotech, said, “With the rise of ecommerce and last-mile deliveries fueled by the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become imperative for businesses in the delivery segment to consistently innovate, reduce operational costs, and increase efficiency. Moreover, switching to electric vehicles is the environmentally positive change that individuals and businesses aim to pledge today.
    With our new electric two wheeler – Okinawa Dual, we aim to electrify last mile delivery for businesses in India. Marking our entry into the B2B EV segment, Dual is a one-of-its-kind scooter that is set to disrupt the market. We are certainly optimistic to capture a significant share in the market within the next two years.” More

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    New Okinawa Electric Scooter For Delivery Service Sector – Launch Teaser

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    Okinawa Dual electric scooter is expected to offer range of up to 70 kms per charge

    Electrification of vehicles is the order of the day. Four, three and two wheeler offerings in this electric segment are gaining in importance especially with the Central and State Governments introducing several schemes and incentives to promote electric mobility in the country.
    Last mile delivery vehicles are also getting more preference and more so in recent time of the pandemic situation which has seen a change in consumer buying patterns. One of the leading electric two wheeler brand in India, Okinawa is now getting ready to launch yet another e-scooter in India.
    Okinawa Electric recently tweeted “New Year, New Beginnings! Okinawa Scooters is all set to transform and ‘eco-fy’ the #delivery service sector! Get ready for this Year’s most disruptive #electric two-wheeler as the Okinawa Family gets bigger this month. Unveiling soon #LeadToShine #PowerTheChange with Okinawa Dual.”
    Okinawa Dual Features
    Okinawa Dual is a new electric scooter set to launch in India this month. The company has released teaser of this new scooter on social media channels drawing attention. This electric scooter for last mile delivery is a budget scooter.
    Okinawa Electric Scooter Teaser
    From the teaser above, one can expect the new e-scooter to get horizontally aligned LED headlamps positioned on its front apron, telescopic front forks, rounded rear view mirrors. It is seen in a red colour scheme with the Okinawa logo positioned on its front apron.
    Teaser image also shows a single piece handlebar and single piece flat seat. It is also estimated that the new Dual e-scooter will receive a fully digital instrument cluster, alloy wheels, luggage carrying rack at the rear and a basket in the front to accommodate packages for delivery.
    Battery and motor specifications have not yet been detailed. New Okinawa Dual e-scooter, targeting the delivery service sector, could offer a range of 70 kms on a single full charge. It could come in fitted with a swappable Lithium-ion battery pack as the company has discontinued use of lead acid batteries in its E2W. Speaking about price of electric scooter for delivery from Okinawa – expect it to be priced aggressively.
    2021 Plans
    Okinawa Autotech has extensive plans for 2021 with two new electric scooters planned for launch. The company was established in 2015 and its first offering was the Okinawa Ridge e-scooter in 2017. The company has over 300 dealerships in India in metros, Tier-2, Tier-3 and rural regions.
    In October 2020, the company entered into an agreement with ZestMoney, an AI driven EMI financing – ‘Buy-Now-Pay-Later’ platform. Through this association, the customer will be able to buy an Okinawa scooter in easy EMI options. Buyers can also avail credit limit from ZestMoney by completing digital KYC after which they can select their repayment plan as per their choice. More