EV Gh Launches First Electric Vehicle Showroom at Burma Hills

Drive EV Gh Opens First Showroom in Accra, Pioneering Sustainable Mobility

Drive EV Gh, an indigenous electric vehicle retailer, has taken a significant step forward by opening its first electric vehicles showroom at Burma Hills in Accra. This development marks a pivotal moment in promoting sustainable mobility and addressing the pressing issue of climate change in Ghana.

The showroom showcases a wide range of electric and hybrid vehicles, with prices ranging from US$21,000 to US$250,000, both available for purchase and on order. Among the featured models are some of the most renowned names in the EV industry, including the sophisticated BYD Yangwang U8 SUV.

One of the key strategies employed by Drive EV Gh is its collaboration with finance companies that offer flexible purchasing options. These partnerships allow customers to buy cars with zero deposit and a 15 percent interest rate over five years, making electric vehicles more accessible and affordable for a broader audience.

For salaried workers who bank with Ecobank Ghana and Fidelity Bank, there is also an option to acquire a paid-off electric vehicle through hire purchase. This initiative aims to make the transition to electric mobility smoother for everyday Ghanaians.

At the showroom’s opening, Ashie Galloway, the CEO of Drive EV Gh, emphasized the importance of electric vehicles in creating a sustainable lifestyle. He stated that EVs not only reduce costs but also represent the future of transportation. “Ghanaians need to embrace this green side of life because there is only one world and we must take care of it. Green mobility protects the air, saves the planet, and makes the world a better place for our children’s children,” he said.

He further highlighted the financial benefits of electric vehicles, noting that their usage cost is approximately 70 percent less than that of traditional fuel cars. Galloway expressed Drive EV Gh’s commitment to supporting and shaping a sustainable future for Ghana, stating that the growing interest in EVs in the country reflects a shift in consumer behavior.

As global efforts intensify to reduce carbon emissions by phasing out fossil fuel vehicles, the opening of this showroom signifies a major step toward significantly lowering carbon footprints in Ghana.

Expanding Charging Infrastructure

X-Charge EV GH, a sister company of Drive EV Gh, plays a crucial role in providing a charging network for electric vehicles in Ghana. Currently, there are about five charging points in Accra, with more planned along the Accra-Kumasi highway and in Kumasi.

Ashie Galloway, who also serves as CEO of X-Charge EV GH and Urban Plug Energy, a solar company, shared insights into the expansion plans. “We signed a deal to put one on the Kumasi highway. We also have a deal to put one in Kumasi as well. So we’re growing gradually and trying to put chargers all over the country,” he explained.

Galloway emphasized that the company is a 360 sustainability enterprise, focusing on mobility, renewable energy, and charging solutions. “We are doing it in mobility, we’re doing it with renewable energy – and we are also doing it with charging,” he added.

Government Incentives and Advocacy

In other countries, governments provide various incentives to encourage the adoption of electric vehicles. For example, the Chinese government offers subsidies and trade-in programs, providing up to US$2,728 for consumers who trade in their old fossil fuel vehicles for new EVs. Similarly, the US government offers tax credits of up to US$7,500 for new EVs and US$4,000 for used ones.

However, in Ghana, there are currently no specific incentives for consumers choosing personal electric vehicles. Despite this, the government introduced measures in 2024 by waiving import duties on electric vehicles designated for public transportation for an eight-year period. This includes tax breaks for component manufacturers and financial incentives for charging infrastructure development.

Galloway is calling on the government to introduce comprehensive tax incentives and support purchase plans to encourage greater adoption of electric vehicles. He believes that EVs are not only more affordable in the long term but also contribute to a sustainable future. “We are hoping and advocating that Ghana will follow suit, as it has been done in other countries. We have an advocacy group that is working with the government to see what solutions we can come up with,” he concluded.