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U Power Limited, a prominent vehicle sourcing services provider aiming to become a leading EV battery power solution provider in China, announces the commercial launch of its innovative battery-swapping system for electric vehicles (EVs) in Wuhu, Anhui Province. Scheduled for April 2024, this launch marks a significant milestone following a successful market validation phase in February. U Power’s strategy includes the establishment of 60 power-swapping service points to support over 800 customers, leveraging its unique technology for efficient energy management in two-wheeled and light four-wheeled EVs.
Key Highlights:
- Commercial Rollout: U Power’s battery-swapping system for EVs to begin in April 2024 in Wuhu, Anhui Province, China.
- Customer Expansion: Plans to establish 60 power-swapping service points catering to over 800 customers.
- Innovative Technology: Utilizes identical battery cells and packaging methods for efficient swapping.
- Operational Efficiency: The system enhances vehicle mileage and reduces charging time, indicating a significant improvement in operational efficiency for users.
- Future Growth: With successful market validation, U Power aims to expand its reach into Southeast Asia, South America, and beyond.
The battery-swapping model relies on uniform battery cells and packaging for streamlined operations. Customers can easily swap their EV batteries using a mobile phone for identity verification at the battery-swapping station (BSS), enhancing the user experience through simplicity and convenience.
Mr. Jia Li, CEO and Chairman of U Power, expressed confidence in the battery-swapping model’s market potential, highlighting its positive reception and the efficiency benefits for customers. “This indicates that the battery-swapping model genuinely enhances the efficiency of our customers’ vehicles, allowing customers to spend less time charging and more time travelling,” he stated. U Power’s commitment to expanding its innovative services globally underscores its vision for the future of EV energy solutions.
About U Power Limited: With its operation beginning in 2013, U Power Limited has emerged as a key player in China’s EV market, focusing on its proprietary UOTTA battery-swapping technology. The company operates a manufacturing factory in Zibo City, Shandong Province, and has developed two types of battery-swapping stations, aligning with its mission to offer comprehensive EV battery solutions. For more details, visit U Power’s website.
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