Car & General Expands Presence with New Dealership in Kitui, Kenya
!Piaggio electric tuk-tuks in Mombasa, Kenya
Car & General has recently inaugurated a new dealership named Salaba Holdings in Kitui, situated 162 kilometers east of Nairobi and approximately 435 kilometers from Mombasa. This dealership will focus on the sales and servicing of Piaggio three-wheelers and TVS motorcycles throughout the eastern Kenyan region.
Advancing Electric Mobility
As a frontrunner in Kenya’s motorcycle and tuk-tuk distribution landscape, Car & General introduced these vehicles as an innovative transportation solution over two decades ago. While traditional internal combustion engines (ICE) dominate the market, there is a notable shift towards electrification. Data indicates that electric motorcycles captured about 4% of new registrations in 2023, and electric tuk-tuks closely approached a market share of 1%.
In an effort to promote sustainable transport practices last year, Car & General rolled out its line of electric three-wheelers across Nairobi and Mombasa. This initiative aims to mitigate emissions while reducing operational costs for users by introducing cleaner mobility options.
Strategic Partnerships for Infrastructure Development
To enhance the accessibility of charging facilities for these eco-friendly vehicles, Car & General has teamed up with CHAJI to establish 30 charging stations in Mombasa—Kenya’s largest coastal city. The partnership is poised to streamline charging processes through CHAJI’s smart socket solutions designed specifically for rapid charging capabilities integrated within their three-wheelers.
Specifications Overview
Here are details on the Piaggio electric tuk-tuks now available:
Apé E-City FX Max (Passenger Model)
- Driving range: Up to 145 km (±5 km) per charge
- Maximum speed: 50 km/h
- Battery: 8 kWh lithium-ion (51.2 V)
- Motor output: Peak power of 4.4 kW @3,500 rpm; Torque: Peak at 29 Nm
- Charging time: Approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes with a capacity charger
- Features include larger wheels (12″), enhanced grade ability (20%), telematics system for improved navigation accuracy
Apé E-Xtra FX Max (Cargo Model)
- Driving range: About115 km (±5 km) per charge
– Maximum speed: Same at 50km/h
– Battery specifications similar; however output peaks at higher power level:
– Peak motor output—5.5 kW @3,500 rpm; Torque reaches peak values at45 Nm.
Together, both models come with increased ground clearance ensuring adaptability across varying terrains.
Enhancing Community Accessibility
With the launch of this latest dealership in Kitui aimed toward customer-centric growth strategies by bringing products closer to various communities outside major cities like Nairobi or Mombasa—Car & General hopes this endeavor will encourage residents’ interest towards transitioning into adopting EVs.
Regional Manager Jones Musau stated during opening remarks that “C&G remains dedicated towards delighting customers through quality offerings coupled with comprehensive post-purchase support.” Their two-and-three wheeled transport solutions play pivotal roles not just commercially but also socially by enhancing connectivity within provinces while bolstering job creation efforts effectively benefiting rural households as well.
!Salaba Holdings launch ceremony
Expanding Urban Electric Transport
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