Ather Energy CEO Tarun Mehta Confirms Launch of First Mass-Market Scooter Built on New EL Platform

Ather Energy CEO and Co-founder Tarun Mehta has confirmed that the company will launch its first mass-market electric scooter, built on its all-new EL platform, at Ather Community Day on 29 August in Bengaluru.

Sharing the announcement on X, Mehta said the new scooter is the culmination of years of investment in the core technologies and architectures that define a great electric scooter.

“We have been patiently investing in the building blocks of what makes a good scooter for years now,” Mehta wrote. “A decade in, EV two-wheelers are ready to now move beyond the early adopter stage. The tech is ready for everybody, the features are becoming relevant for all. Not early adopters, but truly mainstream.”

According to Mehta, this transition marks a new phase for the electric two-wheeler industry, where EVs need to deliver across every dimension that matters to mainstream customers. He highlighted expectations ranging from strong resale value and faster servicing to ride comfort on challenging roads, seamless charging experiences, visible safety features, and software driven intelligence that enhances everyday ownership.

The upcoming scooter will be the first production model built on Ather’s EL platform, the company’s next-generation scooter architecture unveiled at Ather Community Day 2025. Designed to underpin a new family of products, the platform represents Ather’s next phase of innovation and growth as it expands into a more accessible segment of the electric scooter market.

The launch is expected to mark an important milestone for Ather as it broadens its portfolio beyond the 450 and Rizta range and positions itself for the next wave of EV adoption in India.

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