Ather targets India’s largest e-scooter price band with EL platform

Ather Energy plans to enter the ₹1-1.25 lakh electric two-wheeler segment with its EL platform, while expanding output at Hosur and adding a Maharashtra plant. The company is holding off on sub-₹1 lakh models until it qualifies for production-linked incentives.

— Filed Tue, 4 Aug, 2026, 18:44 IST · Source Business Standard · Companies · Updated

Ather Energy will enter India’s ₹1-1.25 lakh electric-scooter segment via its EL platform, targeting the market’s largest price band. It is expanding production from Hosur and adding a Maharashtra plant, while withholding sub-₹1 lakh launches pending PLI eligibility.

Why this matters

The move follows Ather’s 158% jump in paid scooter pre-orders and planned capacity expansion, while investors have flagged EV supply risks and lock-in effects after its IPO.

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