We may never see the Apple Tractor Pro come to fruition, but the Volkswagen GenFarm Project does happen to use the company’s latest electric tractors. This initiative essentially provides mobility services for transportation of goods as well as people in Gashora, Rwanda, about 60km from the capital, Kigali.
These electric tractors are being supplied by the Volkswagen Group Innovation Center Europe. The factory provides equipment for the project from Wolfsburg in Germany while Volkswagen Mobile Solutions Rwanda is the catalyst in operating the pilot hub. Preparation for the construction of the actual e-Hub has begun and expected to be operational by the first half of 2025. It comes equipped with a photovoltaic power system and an energy storage system that will supply clean energy, storage space and business space to the cooperatives.
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We are growing our footprint in Africa and regard Rwanda as a key growth market. This project demonstrates our commitment to sustainable practices and highlights our ability to provide mobility solutions to the rural community in addition to the urban community currently serviced by our Volkswagen Mobility Solutions Rwanda business,” said Martina Biene, Volkswagen Group Africa Chairperson and Managing Director.
