Ola Electric is all set to enter the Indian electric two-wheeler market. The company announced the acquisition of Netherland-based Etergo BV in mid-2020 and will soon be introducing their first electric scooter in India.
Ahead of its launch, the new electric scooter from Ola has been
spied testing in the country for the first time. The spy pics revealed
by Autocar India showcases the Ola electric scooter undergoing testing
under complete camouflage. However, based on the silhouette, the scooter
seems to be similar to the Etergo AppScooter.
The spy pics even showcase the test mule featuring the same
headlamp set up and even the unique single-side telescopic forks at the
front. The international-specs Etergo AppScooter comes with a host of
features, along with a strong performing electric powertrain, with a
claimed maximum range of 240km on a single charge.
However, Ola Electric could make a few changes and updates to the
Etergo electric scooter, making it more suitable for Indian riding
conditions. The company could also use slightly different parts as well,
which could help the brand price the electric scooter at a more
affordable price tag compared to its competitors.
Talking about rivals, the Ola electric scooter once introduced in
the Indian market is said to take on the likes of the Bajaj Chetak
electric, TVS iQube and the Ather 450X. It will take on a few
conventional petrol-powered scooters in the same price range as well.
While Ola Electric is yet to unveil the details of the upcoming
India-spec electric scooter, the Etergo AppScooter is said to be powered
by three removable lithium-ion battery modules, each with 1.15kWh
capacity. Each of the uniquely designed modules is said to offer 80km of
range on a single charge. The electric scooter is also claimed to
sprint from 0 - 45km/h in 3.9 seconds.
The Etergo AppScooter is also said to offer a host of other
features including a 7-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity,
50-litres of under-seat storage space, LED headlamps and many more.
Recently, Ola Electric signed an MoU with the Tamil Nadu government
to set up its manufacturing facility with an investment of R 2,400
crore. Once operational, the facility is said to become the world's
largest scooter manufacturing factory with an annual production capacity
of 2 million units. The new facility will also bring in job
opportunities for 10,000 people in India.
Thoughts On The Ola Electric Scooter Spied Testing
Ola Electric seems to be going all out with its first electric scooter
for the Indian market. The company is looking at both domestic and
export markets for its e-scooter while making India the global hub for
EVs.
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