"90% of the users of the battery swapper are food delivery riders. ”
Meituan data shows that in 2023, the total number of Meituan riders will exceed 7 million. For riders, time is money, especially on the order receiving page of a food delivery platform, where every second counts as a potential gain. During peak delivery times, efficient delivery speeds tend to translate into more orders and higher revenue.
For food delivery riders who ride at least 100 kilometers a day, their e-bikes need to work for about 6 hours a day. However, the standard 48V battery only supports 2 to 3 hours of runtime, which forces passengers to frequently change batteries or look for charging stations during their shifts, undoubtedly increasing their workload and inconvenience.
Since 2017, battery swapping companies have flooded the Chinese market, ushering in a new era of battery swapping services for electric two-wheelers. According to the "2023-2029 China Battery Converter Service Industry Market Development Model and Strategic Consulting Research Report", as of December 2022, there were 1,973 battery converter stations (excluding heavy-duty stations) in China, a cumulative increase of 52% from 1,298 stations at the beginning of 2021. In 2022, the market size of battery swappers for two-wheelers and three-wheelers will be 260 million yuan, the battery market will be 2 billion yuan, and the operating market will be 18.4 billion yuan.
With the rise of smart battery swappers, e-bike companies quickly became their first collaborators. Working closely with third-party service providers, these companies have introduced advanced battery cabinets, batteries, and back-end management hardware to provide riders with efficient and convenient battery swapping services. Passengers can easily scan the QR code to view the prices and service details of various packages in the exchange cabinet, ensuring transparent and uniform pricing, which greatly enhances the user experience.
For battery swapping service providers, smart battery swappers not only improve charging efficiency, but also make a qualitative leap forward in safety. Compared to traditional charging piles, operators can use advanced back-end monitoring systems to detect potential problems such as battery overheating or voltage anomalies during the charging process in real time, ensuring a safe and stable charging process and providing optimal operation for passengers.
The smart battery swapper has revolutionized the way e-bikes are charged with its unique swapping mode, which provides greater convenience and efficiency compared to traditional charging stations.
Electric two-wheeler battery swappers not only provide a more convenient charging experience for passengers, but also offer significant cost advantages. Compared to traditional charging methods, battery replacement services are not only more efficient, but also more affordable.
For riders, using the normal charging method requires a monthly rental fee and additional costs due to battery wear. However, opting for a battery replacement service can offer a more economical price. According to market research, the average monthly cost of a battery replacement service is only about 200 yuan, and there is no limit to the number of times.
The price advantage of battery swapping service mainly comes from its scale effect and efficient operation model. By centralizing procurement, unified management, and efficient operations, battery swapping operators can reduce product costs and offer riders more affordable prices. At the same time, the intelligent management of the battery exchange cabinet effectively reduces labor and maintenance costs, and further improves the cost-effectiveness of the service.
In short, the smart battery swap cabinet has become an "energy station" in the city with its convenient and efficient exchange mode and intelligent management function, leading the new trend of electric travel. With the continuous progress and application of technology, smart battery swap cabinets will play an increasingly important role in the city, bringing more convenience and choices to people's travel.