E-trio gets EV retrofitting certifications for cars & LCVs

Hyderabad-based E-trio Automobiles has received certifications for retrofitting sedans and LCVs with all-electric powertrains.

The company has got certifications for retrofitting the Dzire, Tata Ace and Alto from the ARAI and ICAT. It is now working to get another 15 models certified by the agencies.

E-trio Automobiles has developed EV kits that use a proprietary controller while the rest is sourced from China and South Korea. Its Alto and WagonR-based EVs are claimed to have a range of 150-210 km.

E-trio has a capacity to build 1,000 cars per month.