Montra Electric, the electric commercial vehicle arm of the Murugappa Group, has begun its international expansion with the Super Auto electric three-wheeler, exporting vehicles to Nepal and Tanzania while securing orders across West Africa.
The company has dispatched its first export consignment to Nepal, alongside shipments to Tanzania, marking a significant step in its efforts to establish a presence in international electric mobility markets. Montra Electric is targeting emerging economies where demand for affordable and efficient electric last-mile transportation is increasing.
The company is also evaluating additional markets across Asia, Africa and other emerging regions. Its expansion strategy is focused on countries offering supportive EV policies, favourable operating economics and growing demand for last-mile mobility solutions.
Nepal Becomes Key Market for Montra Electric
Commenting on the company’s international expansion, Jalaj Gupta, Managing Director, Montra Electric (TI Clean Mobility Pvt. Ltd.), said Nepal marks an important milestone in the company’s transition from a domestic electric mobility player to a global sustainable mobility brand.
Montra Electric considers Nepal an attractive market due to its supportive EV policies, rising fuel costs and availability of affordable hydropower.
The Super Auto will be priced at NPR 8,64,900 in Nepal.
Super Auto Designed for Challenging Terrain
Montra Electric said its international strategy is based on duty-cycle-driven product development, with vehicles engineered around the specific operating conditions of each market. The approach is aimed at delivering higher uptime, better efficiency and improved earning potential for operators.
The Super Auto has been developed to tackle challenging road conditions, including steep and uneven terrain. It features high gradeability and Hill Hold Assist, providing improved control while driving on inclines.
The electric three-wheeler is powered by a 9 kWh battery pack paired with a PMSM motor, producing 60 Nm of torque. It offers a claimed range of 150 km on a single charge, a top speed of 55 kmph and a charging time of 4.5 hours.
The Super Auto also features multiple drive modes, allowing it to adapt to different loads and road conditions. According to Montra Electric, the system provides smoother power delivery compared with conventional gear-based vehicles.
Montra Electric Targets Global EV Markets
Arun Murugappan, Chairman, Montra Electric, said the company’s entry into Nepal reflects its focus on developing electric mobility products around real-world operating requirements.
The company believes Nepal’s renewable energy potential complements Montra Electric’s electric mobility technology and creates an opportunity for sustainable transportation solutions.
Montra Electric plans to expand its product portfolio and supporting ecosystem across high-growth electric vehicle markets globally as it builds its international footprint.
Montra Electric’s Growing EV Portfolio
Montra Electric currently operates across four key business verticals: electric three-wheelers, electric small commercial vehicles, electric tractors, and electric medium and heavy commercial vehicles.
Its current portfolio includes the Super Auto, Super Cargo, Eviator, E-27 electric tractor and Rhino electric truck-trailer.
With its latest export programme, Montra Electric aims to strengthen its position in the global electric commercial vehicle market while addressing the growing demand for sustainable last-mile and commercial mobility solutions across emerging economies.
