Journey spanned 10,000+ km, 115+ cities across 45 days
The highly anticipated Ampere’s new electric scooter, coined ‘The Nex Big Thing’, has completed its epic journey from Kashmir to Kanyakumari (K2K), marking a triumphant milestone for Greaves Electric Mobility Private Limited (GEMPL), the e-mobility business of Greaves Cotton Limited. Covering a distance of over 10,000 kilometres, this remarkable feat showcases unmatched determination, resilience of Ampere, and the exceptional capabilities of electric mobility, establishing ‘The Nex Big Thing’ as the pioneer electric scooter to accomplish such a monumental journey. To honour this milestone, the Deputy Superintendent of Police of Kanyakumari, Mr. P. Mahesh Kumar, and Inspector, Mr. Napoleon joined the celebrations alongside the Ampere team.
The expedition commenced on January 16th 2024, departing from Salal Dam in Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir to traverse more than 5,100 km, surpassing the typical route of 3,396 km. Over 45 days, the electric scooter endured various terrains, weather fluctuations, and temperature changes. Exceeding all projections, ‘The Nex Big Thing’ successfully concluded its journey, covering a distance exceeding 10,000 km and setting numerous records.
Mr. Sanjay Behl, CEO, Greaves Electric Mobility said, “The journey represents more than just an expedition; it symbolises the resilience of the human spirit and the remarkable technological advancements. This is a testimony to our mission of making Har Gully Electric “.
The #K2K journey by Ampere has rewritten the landscape of electric mobility in India, setting four iconic records in a single expedition by India Book of Records:
Record for the longest electric scooter ride from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, spanning over 10,000 kilometres, making it the first to achieve such a feat in a single journey. Ampere’s The Nex Big Thing was set out with the goal of celebrating the gullies of India.
Record of touching 115 cities and townsin a single ride, soaking in the culture and heritage of India.
The first electric scooter capable of towing a pickup truck weighing 1,860 kg, along with an additional 140 kg of weight from two passengers, for 2 kilometres.
The biggest electric scooter brand logo on the white sands, measuring an impressive 179.8ft x 95.2 ft or 17,100 sq. ft in total area covered.
Throughout its journey, ‘The Nex Big Thing’ embarked on a captivating adventure, encountering many of India’s illustrious educational institutions, state-of-the-art infrastructure, pioneering clean energy initiatives, and the burgeoning talents of tomorrow. From visiting Reasi, where the lithium reserves were recently discovered, to esteemed educational excellence centres across the countryto the awe-inspiring Bhadla Solar Park, and from the majestic wind farms of Nagercoil to the transformative endeavours within underprivileged schools, each stop along the route added a distinct dimension to its rich tapestry of experiences.
‘The Nex Big Thing’ also actively engaged with dealers and customers nationwide, strategically stopping at Ampere dealerships spread across its vast network of approximately 400 locations. These engagements enabled direct interaction with valued partners and customers, offering a firsthand glimpse of the exceptional capabilities and features.
