Ecowaka assembles electric tricycles and establishes battery swapping networks in Nigeria. This provides drivers with affordable EVs and convenient access to charged batteries, reducing reliance on gasoline and lowering transportation costs.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa face transportation challenges, including environmental pollution and the high costs associated with traditional fuel-based vehicles. This creates a need for affordable and sustainable transportation alternatives.
Solution
Ecowaka addresses these challenges by assembling electric tricycles and establishing battery swapping networks. They offer brand-new electric "Keke Napep" (three-wheelers), as well as conversion services to transform existing internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles into electric vehicles (EVs). Ecowaka's solutions provide customers with cost savings, reduced maintenance, and a zero-emission ride. Their battery swapping stations and home charging options ensure convenient access to power, promoting the adoption of electric transportation across Africa.
Target Audience
Ecowaka serves everyday drivers, distributors, fleet owners, government agencies, corporations, and strategic partners seeking affordable and sustainable transportation solutions.
Features
- Brand new electric Keke Napep with 8kwh battery capacity
- ICE to EV conversion services for existing petrol Keke Napep
- Battery swapping network for convenient recharging
- Top speed of 60km/hr
- Travel range of 120km+ per charge
- Driver + 3 passenger seating
- Battery swap time of less than 5 minutes
- Home battery charging time of 5 hours, station charging time of 45 minutes
- Digital display screen
- Vehicle tracking
- USB charging port
- Mobile app integration
- Automatic transmission