● Thiru. T. M. Anbarasan, Minister of MSME and Tamil Nadu Urban Habitation
Development Board, and Thiru.T. Mano Thangaraj, Minister of Milk & Dairy
Development, Government of Tamil Nadu, launch the vehicles
● Company opens a new showroom at Ramapuram in Chennai for the display
and sale of its two-wheeler and three-wheeler models
Chennai, August, 23 2024
DION Electric Vehicles, a fast-growing smart mobility brand owned by Powertrans
Mobility Ltd, has introduced two new unique e-scooter models: Augusta SP, and Asta
FH. The company has also opened its new showroom in Chennai at Ramapuram.
DION’s product portfolio consists of seven EV models. It has three showrooms and five
service centers. Through a partnership with a service provider, customers can access
vehicle servicing at 256 stations across Tamil Nadu.
Thiru. T. M. Anbarasan, Minister of MSME and Tamil Nadu Urban Habitation
Development Board, and Thiru. Mano Thangaraj, Minister of Milk & Dairy Development,
Government of Tamil Nadu, inaugurated the two-wheeler models and the new
showroom, respectively, in the presence of guests of honour: Chevalier Dr. V. G.
Santhosam, Chairman of VGP Group of Companies; Ms. Rathika Selvi Venkatesh
Pannaiyar, former Member of Parliament and Ex Minister, Govt of India and Mr.
Prashanth Vijayamma, Director of AIOFT Ventures Limited, Bengaluru.
Top management from Power Trans Mobility, including CEO Mr. S. M. Antony Thomas,
Managing Director Ms. A. Anusha Margaret, and directors Ms. A. Ashika Rit and Mr. J.
Vinodh Jeyaraj, took part in the event. Also present were the company’s financial
advisor, Mr. CA A. John Moris, Managing Partner of A John Moris & Co Chartered
Accountants and legal advisor, Mr. P. Jesus Morris Ravi, a senior advocate.
Augusta SP e-scooter offers high performance with a 7.5 KW peak PMSM hub motor,
reaching top speeds of 120 kmph. Safety and comfort are ensured by advanced braking
systems and front telescopic suspension, with Augusta SP featuring rear spring load
hydraulic suspension and Asta FH a rear mono spring load hydraulic setup. Both
models include anti-theft locks, front projector LEDs, and rear LEDs for visibility.
Augusta SP boasts a 4.3 KW lithium-ion traction battery with a range of up to 110
kilometers, while Asta FH is designed for peak performance. Both vehicles charge
efficiently with a 1Kva charger in just 4-5 hours, making them reliable choices for riders
seeking speed and modern technology. Augusta SP has an on-road price of Rs
1,79,750, while Asta FH is priced at Rs 1,29,999. An inaugural offer provides a discount
of up to Rs 22,000/- till 23 rd Sep. starting today.
In his comments, Mr. S. M. Antony Thomas said, “We are thrilled to launch our two
new 2-wheeler models, which are a testament to our commitment to innovation and
excellence. These vehicles are equipped with advanced PMSM motors, cutting-edge
batteries, and the latest electrical and electronic systems tailored to each model’s
needs. Since our inception in 2020, we have introduced two models in both the 3-
wheeler and 2-wheeler segments, and the positive market response to their
performance has been incredibly encouraging. As we continue to grow, we are excited
to expand our reach and establish a pan-India presence, bringing our state-of-the-art
electric vehicles to more customers across the country.”
Powertrans Mobility Ltd manufactures electric vehicles and their components. It also
has plans to install charging and swapping stations. The company currently focuses on
producing electric bikes, e-scooters, and electric loaders. It has a dedicated team for
R&D, design, and manufacturing.
For more details, please visit: www.dionev.com
