Ashavshakti Auto E-Rickshaw

The Ashavshakti Auto E-Rickshaw is a battery-powered auto rickshaw from Ashavshakti (Ashvashakti), priced from ₹1.25 lakh ex-showroom. It is a 3-tyre, fully built passenger carrier on a chassis-with-cabin platform, seating a driver plus six passengers. Built for daily city and semi-urban operation, it pairs a claimed 110 km range with a 400 kg gross weight, making it a low-cost, low-speed last-mile passenger vehicle for Indian streets.

Range and charging

The Auto E-Rickshaw runs on a 60 Ah battery pack with a claimed range of 110 km on a full charge. It uses an Automatic transmission with a 1 forward + 1 reverse gearbox, and the drivetrain is electric, so running costs stay low against petrol or CNG autos. Charging details such as charge time are not published by the brand; operators typically rely on an overnight home charge for this class of vehicle.

Performance and payload

A 4 hp electric motor powers the rickshaw, with drum brakes on all wheels and a handle-bar type steering. The gross vehicle weight is 400 kg, which covers the chassis-with-cabin body and passenger load. Standard equipment includes a driver information display, a day cabin, and a standard seat, while AC, power steering, cruise control, seat belts and hill hold are not offered. The spec sheet is deliberately basic, which keeps the price down.

Who should buy it

The Ashavshakti Auto E-Rickshaw suits individual auto drivers, small passenger fleets and city operators who want an affordable electric last-mile option. Its 6-passenger seating and 110 km range cover a city shift, and the simple mechanicals keep service costs predictable. Buyers who need higher payload, faster charging or highway-grade performance should look at high-speed L5 auto rickshaws instead. As with most entry e-rickshaws, the price excludes state subsidies and on-road costs, so check the local EV policy before deciding.