Yuma Energy is one of India’s foremost battery-as-a-service (BaaS) companies. With over 10 million battery swaps completed, Yuma’s goal is to make EVs and the energy powering them affordable, easily accessible, and sustainable. Yuma Energy currently has more than 125 battery-swapping stations spread across high footfall locations in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Delhi and Gurugram.
When it comes to EVs, the need for sustainable and innovative solutions has never been more pressing. Yuma Energy is one such revolutionary solution. Battery as a service is solving the critical issue of range anxiety in the EV ecosystem and leading to increased adoption of EVs. As a result, the global BaaS market is expected to grow to USD 5.30 billion by 2030, up from USD 1.37 billion in 2023.
As the curiosity about BaaS grows, here are the answers to some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about Yuma Energy, one of India’s leading BaaS companies.
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Q1. How and when did Yuma Energy begin?
A: Yuma Energy is a joint Venture (JV) between Yulu, a technology-driven urban mobility platform, and Magna International, a global leader in automotive components and technology. It formally came into existence in early 2023.
Q2. What makes Yuma Energy unique?
A: Yuma’s BaaS service involves swapping electric vehicle batteries at stations located in high-footfall locations in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Delhi and Gurugram.
Yuma Station Timings
Making battery swapping more accessible is a key priority for Yuma Energy. Not sure if you can get a battery swap at a certain hour? Here’s all you need to know about the Yuma station timings.
Q1. What are the timings of Yuma Stations?
A: Understanding users’ needs and their busy schedules, Yuma Energy’s stations are operational during regular commuting hours and beyond in most cities. Yuma Stations are open between 6am-1am. During the operational hours, Yuma stations have two break periods of 45 minutes each for lunch and dinner. The break period when the station is offline is shown in the app while booking the token. The break times are staggered for different Yuma Stations and are planned in such a way that in any given area all stations don’t have the same break timing, so that users have at least one Yuma battery swapping point in their nearest locality open throughout. These stations provide easily accessible battery swap services enabling seamless operations for working professionals like delivery executives relying on EVs.
Q2. Are there any 24×7 stations?
A: Certain strategic Yuma locations do provide round-the-clock services. This ensures uninterrupted battery swapping services, which is beneficial for businesses that rely on EVs for their delivery processes.
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Delving Into the Yuma Energy Swapping Process
Considering that EV battery-swapping is a relatively new service in India, one might have a number of questions regarding the process. Let’s dive into Yuma Energy’s battery-swapping process for a better understanding.
Q1. How does a typical battery swap work?
A: The battery-swapping process at Yuma Energy is designed to be user-friendly and efficient. A users can book a battery swap token at the nearest Yuma station through the app and arrive at the scheduled time. On arrival, a Yuma Energy staffer will swap their battery with a fully charged one.
Q2. How long does a battery swap take?
A: The Yuma Energy battery-swapping process takes less than a minute. This quick turnaround time ensures minimal downtime and makes it an appealing proposition for professionals and delivery executives.
Q3. Do you require any special skills to swap a Yulu bike’s battery at a Yuma Energy location?
A: Not at all! The process is user-friendly and designed for convenience. At present, users get assistance at the stations from well-trained personnel. All the user has to do is book a battery swap token through the app.
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FAQs About Yuma Energy stations
Here’s everything you need to know about the Yuma Energy battery-swapping stations, which are located strategically at 125+ locations.
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Q1. Where can I find a Yuma Energy Station?
A: You can find the nearest Yuma Energy battery charging and swapping station on the Yulu app.
Q2. How do I swap my battery at a Yuma Station?
A: The swapping process is simple – you just need to book a battery swap token at the nearest Yuma station using the app and arrive there within the designated time.
Unravelling the Impact of Yuma Energy
Yuma Energy’s collaboration with Yulu has already begun to result in a strong positive impact – not only on the environment but also on your finances.
Q1. How does Yuma Energy contribute to a greener future?
A: As urban spaces strive to mitigate pollution and congestion issues, BaaS solutions like Yuma Energy have emerged as critical game-changers. They not only enhance urban mobility but also contribute significantly to environmental sustainability by promoting cleaner modes of transport.
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Q2. What is the cost of Yuma Energy’s services?
A: Using Yuma Energy services is cost-effective, especially given the high costs associated with owning and maintaining an EV battery. Plus, the ease and speed of swapping batteries at Yuma Energy stations reduce downtime, maximising users’ savings.
Q3. Is there any subscription plan available with Yuma Energy?
A: Currently, battery swaps for long-term EV rentals is free for users under certain conditions. Also, Yulu offers paid battery swaps at Yuma Energy stations for its Wynn model, allowing for complete ownership of the vehicle along with the battery-as-a-service feature.
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