ZAPL Rebrands Lohia Auto to Youdha in Strategic Electric Vehicle Market Repositioning

Zuperia Auto Pvt. Ltd. launches Youdha as a mass-market electric vehicle brand while maintaining Lohia Auto for premium segments, aiming to expand its reach in India's growing sustainable mobility sector with its 16-year industry experience.

Angitha SureshBy Angitha Suresh calendar 17 Mar 2025 Views icon581 Views Share - Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to LinkedIn Share to Whatsapp
ZAPL Rebrands Lohia Auto to Youdha in Strategic Electric Vehicle Market Repositioning

ZAPL, the parent company of Lohia Auto, has launched Youdha as part of a strategic transformation to position itself in the mass-market electric vehicle segment while maintaining Lohia Auto as its premium brand offering.

The company announced the rebranding on March 17, 2025, in New Delhi, describing it as a transition from "legacy to leadership" in India's electric mobility sector. Lohia Auto has operated in India's EV industry for over 16 years, building manufacturing capacity for more than 100,000 vehicles annually and establishing a network of over 120 dealerships.

Ayush Lohia, Director of Zuperia Auto Pvt. Ltd. (ZAPL), explained the strategy behind the new brand: "Lohia Auto has always been about innovation and empowerment. With Youdha, we are scaling this mission to reach a much wider audience. Our vision is not just to sell EVs but to build a brand that embodies ambition, dignity, and success."

The name "Youdha" derives from the Sanskrit word for warrior, chosen to represent resilience and determination. The logo features a design inspired by a warrior's shield with a bold "Y" at its center and incorporates elements of an electric charging socket and three-wheeler structure.

India's electric vehicle market has been experiencing growth in recent years, supported by government incentives and increasing consumer awareness about sustainable transportation options. The three-wheeler segment has been particularly important in India's commercial and passenger transport ecosystem.

ZAPL's dual-brand strategy aims to address different market segments within the electric vehicle space, with Youdha targeting broader mass-market adoption while Lohia Auto continues serving premium customers.

Electric three-wheelers have gained significant traction in India's urban and semi-urban areas, offering lower operating costs compared to traditional fuel-powered alternatives. They have become popular for last-mile connectivity and short-distance commercial transport needs.

The company intends to emphasize emotional connection with consumers through its branding strategy, positioning Youdha as a symbol of empowerment rather than merely a functional vehicle.

Tags: ZAPL
RELATED ARTICLES
Mercedes-Benz Launches Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series at ₹4.2 Crore in India 

auther Arunima Pal calendar17 Mar 2025

The Mercedes-Maybach portfolio in India now includes the S 680 Night Series, GLS 600 Night Series, EQS 680 Night Series,...

Ultraviolette Opens Experience Center in Patna

auther Arunima Pal calendar17 Mar 2025

Ultraviolette already has presence in Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai, Chennai, Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad, Kochi, Mangaluru, Ahme...

Ericsson, Volvo Group, and Airtel Begin 5G Advanced Research Partnership in India

auther Sarthak Mahajan calendar17 Mar 2025

Research initiative at Volvo's Bangalore facilities will examine Digital Twin technology and Extended Reality applicatio...