Gojek partners with Dat Bike to pilot use of e-motorbikes
Deal sees Gojek become the first tech platform in Vietnam to use electric motorbikes in ride-hailing services.
Gojek, Southeast Asia’s mobile on-demand multi-service platform, and Dat Bike, one of the growing electric vehicle (EV) startups in Southeast Asia, have announced they will partner to pilot the use of electric motorbikes to serve the transportation, logistics, and food delivery needs of Gojek users in Vietnam.
This makes Gojek the first technology company in Vietnam to pilot Dat Bike EVs and the first platform to pilot mobility services via electric motorbike to users in Vietnam.
As part of the agreement, Dat Bike will provide Gojek driver-partners with access to Dat Bike Weaver++ motorbikes for use when fulfilling GoRide, GoFood, and GoSend orders on the Gojek platform. Using Dat Bike Weaver++ bikes, Gojek’s driver-partners can save up to four-times on fuel costs versus internal combustion engine motorbikes, enabling them to save on operating costs while helping to significantly reduce carbon emissions.
Dat Bike’s Weaver++ can be fully charged in just three hours. With a top speed of 90 km/h and a range of 200 km on a full charge, Gojek driver-partners can enjoy efficient performance ensuring they can maintain their earnings. Drivers can charge their Dat Bike battery for free at dozens of community charging points in Ho Chi Minh City. In addition, Weaver++ is also equipped with a fast-charging port so it can quickly charge the first 100 km in one hour at any household electrical outlet and in just 20 minutes at Dat Bike’s fast-charging stations.
The Weaver++ is uniquely equipped with a powerful 7,000 W engine and tubeless tires, making the bikes easy to maneuver and limiting the risk of punctures, which may create inconvenience for drivers. The single fork design of the EV and large saddle also provide a smooth and comfortable experience for Gojek driver-partners and their passengers.
Mr. Son Nguyen, CEO of Dat Bike, said the project is part of Dat Bike’s ambition of converting all gasoline motorbikes to electric motorbikes in Vietnam and Southeast Asia. “Those driving for technology platforms account for a large number of people who use motorbikes quite frequently,” he explained. “Through this pilot, Dat Bike aims to persuade more users, including tech platform drivers, about the power and convenience that electric motorbikes can offer. It also aims to accelerate the transition to greener transportation for a better environment.”
Mr. Sumit Rathor, General Manager of Gojek Vietnam, noted that Vietnam is an important market for the company. “Our aim is to continue to provide users with impactful solutions that support the sustainable growth of our partners and deliver quality and convenient services at an affordable price,” he added. “Partnerships like this are incredibly important and will benefit our entire ecosystem, helping us to deliver even greater value for all our users while creating a positive impact on the community in which we operate.”
He added that with the GoTo Group’s “Three Zeros by 2023” commitment, the partnership with Dat Bike is an important step on this journey and supports its efforts in helping Gojek cut its emissions and transition its fleet to 100 per cent EVs. “This partnership also enables us to join hands with the government’s common goal of reducing emissions, contributing to the sustainable future of Vietnam,” he said.
From May 18, Gojek users will have the chance to enjoy GoRide, GoFood, and GoSend services on or via Dat Bike electric motorbikes, which are compact, quiet, and emissions-free.
