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Sri Lanka Launches Initiative to Convert Aging Three-Wheelers Into Electric Vehicles

Sri Lanka has introduced a new programme to convert old fuel-powered three-wheelers into electric vehicles, Minister of Science and Technology Chrishantha Abeysena announced. The initiative aims to cut fuel costs, reduce emissions, and extend the lifespan of the country’s widely used three-wheeler fleet.

According to Minister Abeysena, converting a petrol-powered three-wheeler to electric offers major advantages: zero petrol consumption, an operating cost of about Rs. 5 per kilometre, and a driving range of roughly 100 kilometres per full charge. The estimated cost of conversion is around Rs. 800,000.

The National Engineering Research and Development Centre (NERD) has already developed a new electric three-wheeler model, which the government hopes to further refine with private-sector collaboration.

Authorities are also exploring the installation of solar panels on three-wheeler roofs to increase energy efficiency. Research on this technology is ongoing, and officials say that if successful, it could become a valuable long-term investment for Sri Lanka’s transport and energy sectors.

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