Gogoro Inc. (Nasdaq: GGR), a prominent player in battery-swapping technology for sustainable urban mobility, has teamed up with Uber Eats Taiwan to introduce a Green Delivery Program. This initiative aims to facilitate and incentivize Uber Eats delivery partners to transition to electric scooters, making the switch more accessible and economical.
The partnership spans two years and is valued at nearly US$30 million, with contributions from both companies. Under this program, delivery partners will benefit from discounts on new Gogoro Smartscooters, along with access to battery swapping programs. Additionally, incentives will be provided for deliveries made on Gogoro Smartscooters. By the end of 2025, Uber Eats anticipates a doubling in the proportion of EV deliveries in Taiwan, soaring from the current 20% to a promising 40% of all trips.
Horace Luke, the CEO and founder of Gogoro, highlighted the significance of this collaboration in addressing the pressing need for cleaner urban transportation. He emphasized that empowering delivery riders to adopt smart, sustainable electric transportation can significantly expedite positive environmental impacts within cities.
Chai Lee, General Manager of Uber Eats Taiwan, expressed a commitment to facilitating a seamless and affordable transition for delivery partners toward electric scooters. Recognizing the enthusiastic reception of Gogoro’s EV scooters and battery-swapping tech among delivery partners, Lee emphasized the program’s potential to enhance air quality across Taiwan, aligning with Uber Eats’ global objective of achieving emissions-free deliveries by 2040.
This joint initiative represents an enhanced commitment by both Gogoro and Uber Eats towards fostering a more sustainable future for Taiwan. The companies had previously introduced discounted pricing initiatives, swiftly embraced by delivery partners earlier in the year.
Gogoro’s research underscores the substantial impact of two-wheel EV adoption, especially in regions like Asia and Africa where two and three-wheelers serve as primary modes of commute and delivery. The displacement of oil by two and three-wheel EVs is notably five times greater than that of four-wheel passenger EVs. With policy support, evolving consumer acceptance, advancements in battery tech, and compelling vehicle models, the trend of adopting two and three-wheel EVs is expected to gain further momentum, contributing significantly to sustainability efforts.
