Simple Energy, an Indian electric start-up, has introduced its Simple Protect and Simple Super Protect extended warranty programs. Simple Protect covers the battery, while Simple Super Protect covers both the battery and motor.
- Simple Energy currently sells two models
- Prices start from Rs 1.45 lakh (ex-showroom, Bengaluru)
Simple Energy warranty details
With this offering, Simple Energy becomes the first electric two-wheeler company in India to provide an 8-year or 60,000-kilometre warranty (whichever comes first) on its motor, along with its electric scooter battery. Simple Energy claims to have designed the batteries with various safety parameters for optimum performance under real-world conditions.These processes contribute to the extended warranty period, which aims to offer reassurance to potential electric vehicle buyers.
Suhas Rajkumar, Founder and CEO of Simple Energy, said, “We are the first in the industry to offer an 8-year warranty on our patented motor, reflecting our commitment to innovation and quality. Our investments in research and development allow us to raise the standards in electric mobility. This extended warranty is a response to consumer needs and expectations.”
Simple Energy currently operates seven stores in locations such as Rajajinagar, Marathahalli, and JP Nagar in Bengaluru, as well as in Goa, Vijayawada, Pune, and Kochi. The company manufactures 95% of its scooter components in-house and operates a motor manufacturing line in its 200,000-square-foot plant in Shoolagiri, Tamil Nadu. Simple Energy offers two versions of its Simple One electric scooter: one with a certified range of 212 km and another with a certified range of 151 km.
Also see: TVS iQube gets discounts of upto Rs 20,000