A three-wheeler tricycle with seven-passenger capacity has been introduced to Nigeria’s transportation landscape.
With the increasing embrace of tricycle popularly known as Keke Napep or Keke Marwa, the introduction of the all-new Alfa P400 tricycle is seen as a game changer in the Keke business in Nigeria.
The three-wheeler driver was unveiled in Lagos on Tuesday by Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M Ltd), a part of the US $20.7 billion Mahindra Group, along with its Channel Partner – VIP Merchandise Enterprise Ltd., a GeePee Group company.
The Alfa P400 is the latest offering by Mahindra in the mobility solution space for Nigeria which aims to deliver “Plenty Space, Plenty Profit” to its consumers.
According to the company, the tricycle comes with features like longest wheelbase, multi-reflector headlamps, battery lock, powerful 1KW starter motor, large windshield, mobile charger, bottle holder.
The Alfa P400 is powered by a 400cc Gasoline engine and comes in both Passenger and Cargo variants.
Head of International Operations (AFS), Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, Mr. Arvind Mathew, said the company was desirous of providing more job opportunities for unemployed Nigerians.
He said, "At Mahindra, we’ve made humanity’s innate desire to raise our driving purpose. We have been working steadfastly with VIP Merchandise to ensure that we deliver innovative mobility solutions to meet the needs of the community here.
“The Alfa P400 is a testimony to our intent. We are launching this product across the country with due support on Warranty, After-Sales Service, Spare Parts availability and Local Mechanic training. We will continue to up the ante on technology and innovation to offer solutions in Nigeria that will drive positive change.”
Chairman, Geepee Group, Mr. Prakash Vaswani, said, “We have been working closely with Mahindra to provide customized mobility solutions for Nigeria. Our Two-Wheeler – Arro – has been successfully running in the Okada segment across Nigeria.
With Alfa P400, we are now bringing a differentiated and specially designed Three-Wheeler for the market that provides improved capacity, be it for carrying Passengers or Cargo, for the customers. With our products, Arro and Alfa, we not only offer customized and unique mobility solutions for the market, but also deliver employment and entrepreneurial platforms to empower the community to Rise.
