Ampersand Energy Opens Its Battery Swap Network To Global Electric Motorcycle Manufacturers - CleanTechnica

Ampersand Energy, a leading electric vehicle energy technology company in Africa, has opened its battery swap network to third-party electric motorcycle manufacturers, marking a significant milestone for interoperability in the African electric transport sector. The company recently partnered with Wylex Mobility, a prominent electric motorcycle manufacturer, to run Wylex’s electric motorcycle on Ampersand’s batteries and swap stations across East Africa. This collaboration makes Ampersand the first in Africa to offer an open battery swap network, which until now exclusively supported its own Alpha-branded motorcycles. The open network aims to support not only other electric motorcycle OEMs but also other electric vehicles like tuktuks and small four-wheelers in the future. Wylex’s electric motorcycle, designed specifically for the African commercial market, features an 8kW motor and a robust build capable of carrying up to 200 kg. It has passed Ampersand’s stringent quality standards and complements Ampersand’s existing fleet, which already facilitates over 20,