EKA Mobility and KPIT Technologies Collaborate to Advance EV Powertrain Innovation

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Mr. Kishor Patil, CEO, KPIT Technologies with Dr. Sudhir Mehta, Chairman, Pinnacle Mobility at the Bharat Mobility Expo held in New Delhi, India between Jan 18-22, 2025

EKA Mobility, a leading sustainable mobility solutions provider, has signed an MoU with KPIT Technologies, a global expert in mobility technology solutions, to develop and integrate next-generation electric powertrain components. This partnership aims to set new benchmarks in efficiency, performance, and sustainability for India’s electric commercial vehicle (e-CV) industry.

Under this collaboration, the companies will focus on designing advanced electric powertrain systems, including traction motors, controllers, vehicle control units (VCUs), and battery management systems (BMS). These innovations will be specifically tailored for EKA’s electric buses and commercial vehicles, leveraging KPIT’s three decades of experience in mobility and its suite of indigenously developed electric powertrain technologies. The result will be enhanced energy efficiency, lower total cost of ownership (TCO), and an improved driving experience for EKA customers.

Dr Sudhir Mehta, Founder & Chairman of EKA Mobility and Pinnacle Industries Limited, emphasized the significance of this partnership: “We are thrilled to collaborate with KPIT Technologies, a pioneering name in mobility technology with over 30 years of expertise. This partnership reinforces our commitment to delivering cutting-edge, sustainable, and efficient electric vehicles. By integrating KPIT’s advanced powertrain technologies, we aim to accelerate India’s shift toward zero-emission commercial transportation.”

Kishor Patil, CEO of KPIT Technologies, highlighted the global demand for clean and safe mobility solutions and the potential of this collaboration: “Consumers worldwide seek sustainable mobility options that meet their daily needs. KPIT’s electric powertrain solutions offer high efficiency and cost-effectiveness. We are excited to partner with EKA, which is developing Bharat-centric trucks, buses, and logistics fleets. Together, we will create EV solutions tailored to India’s specific use cases, encouraging broader adoption of electric commercial vehicles.”

EKA Mobility (Pinnacle Mobility Solutions Pvt. Ltd.) is an automotive and technology company with equity partners Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Japan) and VDL Groep (Netherlands). It is dedicated to shaping the future of sustainable commercial mobility through modular designs, lean manufacturing, and low-investment production processes. EKA’s innovative approach ensures the lowest TCO, making electric vehicles more accessible for mass adoption.

KPIT Technologies is a leading independent software development and integration partner for the global automotive and mobility ecosystem. With 13,000+ specialists in embedded software, AI, and digital solutions, KPIT drives the future of software-defined vehicles. Operating across Europe, the USA, Japan, China, Thailand, and India, KPIT collaborates with leading mobility players to advance clean, smart, and safe transportation solutions.