Gogoro has activated 45 Battery Swap Stations inside Kathmandu

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Gogoro, the global leader in battery-swapping technology for two-wheel electric vehicles, has successfully activated 45 fully operational battery swap stations across Kathmandu Valley.

Fulfilling its commitment, Gogoro prioritized building a strong network infrastructure before entering retail sales. This milestone represents a significant leap in Gogoro’s mission to transform urban mobility in Nepal with sustainable and efficient energy solutions.

According to company, strategically placed every 2–3 kilometers, Gogoro’s 45 swap stations ensure seamless access to fully charged batteries, eliminating the wait time for charging. With a simple swap that takes less than six seconds, riders can enjoy uninterrupted travel, redefining convenience for electric vehicle users in Nepal.

Currently the stations are located in petrol pumps, marts and other strategic locations to ensure easy accessibility to all Gogoro customers. As of today, there are more than 100 swaps per day in Kathmandu as per company.

“We are proud to deliver on our commitment to Nepal’s EV ecosystem. These 45 swap stations mark just the beginning of our vision to create a smarter, more sustainable mobility solution,” said Mr. Manoj Goyal, Chairman, Nebula Energy.

Key Features of Gogoro’s Swap Stations

• Strategic Coverage: Located in key urban and suburban areas to support daily commuters and long-distance travelers.
• 24/7 Availability: Round-the-clock access ensures uninterrupted mobility at any time of the day.
• User-Friendly Interface: Designed for effortless battery swapping, even for first-time users.
• Advanced Safety and Monitoring: Real-time battery health tracking and safety protocols enhance performance and reliability.
• Scalability: Infrastructure designed to accommodate future demand as more riders switch to Gogoro’s Smartscooters.
• Power backup – The swap stations have an inbuilt UPS system powered by the Gogoro battery that can keep it running for up to 7 days in the case of power disruption to ensure seamless customer experience.
• AI-powered stations: The smart swap stations are powered by predictive AI to ensure battery health optimization and availability of batteries based on user demand forecasting.