The government is developing a framework for using electric vehicles for public transportation in Ghana, according to Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
Dr. Bawumia claims that since fuel and replacement parts make up the majority of the cost of transportation and electric vehicles also emit fewer greenhouse gases, they will significantly lower transportation costs.
After visiting the fully-owned Ghanaian electric vehicle firm SolarTaxi in Accra on Wednesday, September 27, Dr. Bawumia shared the information on Facebook. The company’s electric buses impressed him since they could drive more than 200 kilometers before requiring a battery recharge.
“I visited a start-up called SolarTaxi, the third-largest electric car manufacturer in Africa and a totally owned Ghanaian company. They produce automobiles, buses, and motorcycles. It was a delight to ride in one of their buses, which can go nonstop between Accra and Kumasi without the need for a battery recharge. Additionally, they have the capacity to transform existing internal combustion engines into electric ones.
“I emphasized that electric vehicles are the way of the future and that the government is developing a framework for legislation to use electric vehicles for public transportation in Ghana. Due to the fact that gasoline and replacement parts make up the majority of the cost of transportation, this will significantly cut down on it. Carbon emissions will also be decreased.
“Solar Taxi offers no-collateral financing for its motorcycles, vehicles, and buses through its bankers. You only need to provide them with your GhanaCard ID to receive a vehicle that you may pay for over time. Solar Taxi employees are 26 years old on average, and 90% of their engineers are female.
“I urged Metro Mass, STC, and Ayalolo to seize the chance to purchase more buses. Best wishes to SolarTaxi. Happy for you. Nothing is off limits. It’s feasible!”
