Gross Margin Expansion and Convergence
IFRS gross margin expanded to 20.4% (from 4.9% YoY), closely aligning with non-IFRS gross margin of 20.5%; margin improvement driven by completed voluntary battery upgrade program and production absorption.
Positive Operating Cash Flow and Improved Liquidity
Generated $3.1 million in positive operating cash flow in Q1, reversing prior-year outflow (management cited ~$8.9M outflow last year) and reflecting roughly a $12M year-over-year improvement per management; ended quarter with $77.3 million in cash.
Adjusted EBITDA Growth
Adjusted EBITDA of $16.3 million in Q1, an increase of $2.0 million year-over-year driven by higher core gross profit and a $1.0 million reduction in cash operating expenses.
Subscriber and Recurring Revenue Strength
Battery swapping revenue grew 6.2% to $36.6 million and the subscriber base reached 670,000 users, up 4% year-over-year, supporting a sticky recurring revenue engine.
Unit Volume and Market Share Gains in Taiwan
Gogoro scooter sales increased 32.8% year-over-year to 6,216 units; Gogoro and Partners consolidated sales were 7,219 units, representing an ~80.6% share of Taiwan's electric 2-wheeler market; PBGN partner sales surged 80.7%.
Cost Reductions from Battery Initiative
Completion of the battery upgrade program reduced costs by $8.3 million year-over-year and lowered battery depreciation through extended battery lifespan/efficiency gains.
Product Wins and Early Demand Signals
EZZY 500 Disney collaboration drove >1,000 orders in the first month, expanded appeal to younger demographic (26–35) and increased volume across the EZZY 500 family; management expects fuller revenue impact as orders are fulfilled in Q2.
Strategic CapEx and Network Upgrades to Support Expansion
Allocated approximately $30 million CapEx for targeted network upgrades (GoStation Q and next-generation batteries); GoStation Q offers 1/3 footprint, standard 220V compatibility and faster charging to enable overseas rollouts.
Balance Sheet Support and Committed Funding
Secured a $16.7 million equity injection from largest shareholder Gold Sino (first tranche of a committed $80 million facility), strengthening capital flexibility to execute strategic priorities.