NHEV's Inclusive TechTrial Run III for Green Highways: Focus on Electric, Hydrogen, and Zero Emission Freight Vehicles
Key Ideas
- NHEV's 3rd TechTrial Run will cover a 332 km stretch from Chennai to Trichy, featuring Electric, Hydrogen, and Zero Emission Freight vehicles, aimed at promoting green transportation.
- The trial will assess the cost efficiency of electric vehicles compared to diesel, analyze the total cost of ownership for electric buses and trucks, and determine the breakeven period for EV buses/trucks.
- Collaboration with Tamil Nadu government and Rs. 1300 Cr. INR investment will support the deployment of Zero Emission Transportation vehicles and renewable charging infrastructure, advancing the region's transition to a greener future.
- The NHEV program, operating on a Hybrid Public-Private Partnership model, aims to upgrade highways into E-Highways, with plans to cover 5,500 km of E-Highways across national corridors, aligning with the Ministry of Power's guidelines.
The National Highways for Electric Vehicles (NHEV) is preparing to launch its 3rd TechTrial Run on World EV Day, covering a 332 km route from Chennai to Trichy. This trial will incorporate Electric, Hydrogen, and Zero Emission Freight vehicles along with previously tested electric SUVs and buses. The aim is to gather data on the logistical aspect of freight and deployment of green vehicles on a 5500 km e-highway. The trial will evaluate cost efficiency, total ownership costs, breakeven periods, and infrastructure costs to support the transition to Zero Emission Transportation. The collaboration with the Tamil Nadu government and significant investment will pave the way for deploying green vehicles and establishing renewable charging infrastructure in multiple states. The NHEV program operates on a Hybrid Public-Private Partnership model and is expanding to cover 5,500 km of E-Highways, aligning with national electrification guidelines. Overall, the initiative signals a positive step towards promoting green transportation and reducing carbon emissions in India.
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