Ather Energy Unveils New EL Platform and EL01 Concept, Paving the Way for Affordable Electric Scooters
Ather Energy has revealed its strategic vision for the future, introducing a brand-new vehicle platform, the “EL” (enlightened). This new architecture is designed to be the foundation for a more diverse and cost-effective lineup of electric scooters, signaling Ather’s intent to capture a larger share of the mass-market segment.
The EL Platform: A New Engineering Philosophy
Platform Innovations
Cost-Effectiveness
The new unibody steel frame has a simpler architecture, which enables a 15% faster assembly time and significantly lowers production costs.
Modularity and Scalability
The modular design allows for a wide variety of scooter types, from a family scooter to a sporty scooter, using a common set of key components.
Improved Serviceability
The simplified architecture makes maintenance more efficient, with periodic service times expected to be cut in half, reducing the cost of ownership.
The EL01 Concept: A Glimpse into the Future
Practical Design
Features all-LED lighting, a massive under-seat boot space, a large floorboard, and 14-inch wheels for enhanced practicality.
Innovative Charging
Includes a patented AC-DC module with a built-in onboard charging wire, eliminating the need to carry a separate portable charger.
Advanced Features
The production version is expected to feature the new AtherStack 7.0 software with an AI-driven voice command system, AEBS, and pothole/crash alerts.
Production and Launch Plans
Ather Energy’s first product based on the EL platform is scheduled to be rolled out by the festive season of next year. These new scooters will be built at Ather’s upcoming third manufacturing facility in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Maharashtra, which is expected to have a capacity of up to 1 million units per year. This will bring Ather’s total manufacturing capacity to 1.42 million EVs annually, a substantial increase that will enable the company to effectively scale production and meet the anticipated surge in demand for its more affordable models.