AutoNxt Automation, the company behind India’s first electric tractor, officially began sales with the first unit sold to Jaywant Sugar Mills. The launch event took place in Western Maharashtra at the Yashwantrao Mohite Krishna Sugar Factory, attended by Dr. Sureshbaba Bhosale, Chairman of the factory. The event also saw the presence of directors, staff members of the Y. M. Krishna Cooperative Factory, and a large contingent from the local farming community. Dr. Bhosale praised the launch as a transformative step for agriculture and industry.Revolutionising tractor segment
“AutoNxt‘s electric tractor will bring about a revolution in agriculture and various industrial sectors,” said Dr. Sureshbaba Bhosale, emphasising the shift from traditional diesel-powered machinery.
As part of India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative, AutoNxt’s electric tractor is poised to advance sustainable development in agriculture and industry. Dr. Bhosale highlighted the importance of this innovation in light of potential fuel shortages and its alignment with the country’s push towards sustainable practices.
“It is a matter of great pride that Mr. Kaustubh Dhonde, the founder and CEO of AutoNxt, hails from Wai taluka in Satara district,” added Dr. Bhosale.
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The AutoNxt 45 HP electric tractor features impressive capabilities such as transporting over 15 tons of goods, performing tasks like reversible ploughing and rotary cultivation, and covering about 50 km on a full charge, which takes only three hours. The tractor’s battery can be charged using both three-phase and single-phase electricity, resulting in 60 to 70% fuel savings. This makes it an attractive option for farmers seeking to reduce costs and minimize their carbon footprint.
Kaustubh Dhonde, founder and CEO of AutoNxt, shared his vision for the future of farming in India at the event. “Our nation depends heavily on agriculture, and farmers remain the backbone of the economy. Traditional diesel tractors, while reliable, are expensive to maintain and contribute to environmental harm. Our goal with the AutoNxt electric tractor was to provide farmers with an affordable, efficient, and environmentally friendly alternative,” Dhonde said.
AutoNxt’s electric tractor aims to reshape the future of farming and other industries, offering a sustainable and cost-effective solution for India’s agricultural workforce.
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