“Each month one doesn’t have to be burdened by oil change, engine checks and other costly maintenance costs,” Kariuki said.
Ampersand, an African-based electric mobility company, began its Kenyan operations in May 2022. The business currently operates seven battery-swapping stations spread across the country's capital and has so far attracted 60 customers. Ian Mbote, the startup's automotive engineer and expansion lead, says uptake has been relatively slow.
“Our batteries cost $1.48 to swap a full battery which gives one mobility of about 90 to 110 kilometers as compared to the $1.44 of fuel that only guarantees a 30 to 40 kilometer ride on a motorcycle,” Mbote said. Other cleaner transport initiatives in the country include the Sustainable Energy for Africa program which runs a hub for 30 solar-powered charging stations for electric vehicles and battery-swapping in Kenya’s western region.
I can't wait for this religion to bite the dust. What a waste of energy talent and resources.
Don’t these people literally win every marathon? Why would they need a vehicle 🤡😂🤡😂