Evera Cabs takes over 500 BluSmart EVs

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Evera Cabs (Prakriti Mobility) has initiated the repossession of 500 electric cabs formerly operated by BluSmart, following the latter’s operational suspension in key metros. With 220 vehicles already acquired and the remaining 280 set to be reclaimed in the coming days, Evera is strengthening its position as the leading electric cab service provider, with a strong focus on airport mobility. The company is on an acquisition spree with a funnel of 1,000 BluSmart cabs, Evera said in a press release. This development follows BluSmart’s suspension of services in key metros such as Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi. The BP Ventures- and Mayfield-backed company is also facing protests from its driver partners over unpaid dues and job losses. Evera is an all-electric, app-based taxi service currently serving Indira Gandhi International Airport, operating in the B2B segment since 2022. Evera said that the repossession of BluSmart’s cabs through its lenders is part of a multi-stage strategic plan to reinforce its footprint in NCR’s high-demand airport cab sector. The first phase involves the redeployment of these electric vehicles to strengthen operations, particularly in and around Indira Gandhi International Airport. According to the company, alongside fleet integration, a significant number of BluSmart drivers are transitioning to Evera, with around 150 already actively completing trips. In the next phase, Evera plans to double down on its airport network expansion to extend services across all terminals of Delhi’s airport. While Evera previously operated only from Terminal 3, the integration of new vehicles enables full-terminal coverage to ensure better availability and turnaround times for commuters.