Okinawa Praise Electric Scooter Launch - Press Release
1. Okinawa unveils ‘Praise’,a perfect combination of Power, Performance and Sustainability
India’s fastest electric scooter with the longest range can be easily financed via HDFC bank branches
throughout the country
New Delhi, 19th
December, 2017:-Okinawa, India’s fastest growing electric-two wheeler manufacturing
company, launched its latest e-scooter ‘Praise’, further strengthening its position as the unchallenged
leader of innovation and performance in the two-wheeler domain. ‘Praise’, described as the #Wheels of
Change and hailed as a revolution in e-vehicle, is the fastest e-scooter in India, with a maximum speed of
75 km/hr basing upon loading capacity. As an icing on the cake, it also travels the longest range covering
a distance of 170-200 km on a single charge!
Already available for pre-booking from the 24th of November across all Okinawa authorized dealerships
in India at an extremely affordable pre-booking amount of INR 2000, Praise is Okinawa’s premium
offering as the favoured e-scooter for India’s next generation. The e-scooter can easily be financed from
HDFC Bank branches at easy repayment options throughout the country.
Identified as the symbol of cutting edge technological brilliance and power, Okinawa’s comprehensive
acumen has found a reflection in ‘Praise’. Its futuristic design, unparalleled engineering, state-of-the-art
equipmentanda uniqueaesthetic has impressed industry veterans andcritics, who are already describing
‘Praise’ as the definitive e-scooter for future commutingpurposematching with the style quotient of next
generation.
Apart from its unparalleled range and performance, Praise is laden with many unique features. From LED
lights, digital speedometers to different speed modes such as Economy, Sporty and Turbo, it offers the
quintessential futuristic ride to the commuter. The stand is equipped with the Anti-theft sensor along
with the telescopic front fork & rear suspension with gas charge, robust aluminum alloy wheels with
tubeless tyres. Other exclusive features which make Praise different are Mobile Charging point, Big boot
space, Keyless start that offers Keyless ride and a pre-loaded ‘Find My Scooter’ location tracker device.
‘Praise’ is available in distinct shades of Glossy Purple/Black Double Tone, Matte Blue/Black and Matte
Golden/Black, which is in line with the tastes and preferences of the target audience and gives the
scooter an edgy, space-age look.
The spaciousergonomicsof the scooteris combinedwith stylishgraphics and a 3D logo with the futuristic
technology in the Praise controller of EABS (Electronic assist braking system) which enables the re-
generation of power further adding to the best in class performance of the vehicle. Praise has invalidated
the previously held notions of an e-vehicle not delivering on either performance or mileage. Okinawa’s
exemplary technology andergonomicshas also made‘Praise’ a treat to maneuver, andit is equipped with
the most advanced safety and security features to give the riders a smooth riding experience.
Commentingonits latest offering, Mr. Jeetender Sharma - Founder & M. D. of Okinawa Scooters said,
“With Praise, Okinawa’s years of painstaking research have finally found a tangible shape. Across the
industry, ithas been considered as one of the most complete e-scooters ever built, with a combination of
superlative design and technology that gives it immense power. Every feature in ‘Praise’ has been added
after careful consideration of the needs and preferences of riders which came after the rigorous
screening of each components&day long endurance testingof praise of around25000 km different parts
of the country that immensely facilitate their commuting experience. In an effort to further facilitate
buyers interested in opting for ‘Praise’, HDFC Bank in partnership with Okinawa will provide easy
financing options for the e-vehicle with loans up to 80% of the on-road price of the e-scooter. This offer
will be available on a Pan-India basis, facilitating the growing market for the e-vehicle in tier-I, II and III
2. cities. We firmly believe that ‘Praise’ will be gladly welcomed by Indian users and prove to be the
harbinger for a new age of e-vehicle revolution on Indian roads.”
Praise is an essential cog in the wheel of Okinawa Autotech’s long-term vision for the Indian market,
which has already seen the organization invest USD 40 million in further expansion of its dealer and
distribution network. A myth-breaker and a technological marvel, Praise is sure to electrify the Indian
roads and fulfill Okinawa’s promise of being the provider of #Wheels of Change, to help them zip towards
a sustainable future in comparison to conventional two-wheelers.
About Okinawa Autotech Pvt. Ltd
Foundedin 2015 by Mr. Jeetender Sharma - MD and Mrs. Rupali Sharma-Chairperson, Okinawa is one of
the fastest growing Indian automobile companies. It creates high-speed e-scooters and bikes. With the
Corporate Philosophy of “Power the Change” & providing the “Solution to Pollution”, Okinawa clearly
presentsits bold stance againstthe global menace. Itmanufactureshigh-speedEVs with the help of state-
of- the-artJapanesetechnology obtained through a technical agreement with a leading foreign company.
One of the most prominent USPs of Okinawa’s bikes is that they can travel at a high speed of 80-100
km/hourwithoutcompromisingonthe safety quotient. These vehicles thusbreak the myth of e-bikes not
being able to match the performance levels of vehicles running on conventional fuels. Okinawa works on
an eco-friendly, sustainableand socially responsiblemodel with an objective of protecting naturethrough
the ‘3 principles’ of: Go green, Save MotherEarth andReduce the Carbon-di- oxide imprint on the planet.