Ather Energy Launches EL Platform for Next-Generation Electric Scooters
Alongside the all-new EL Platform, Ather Energy unveiled AtherStack 7.0 and announced a series of updates to its existing product lineup.
August 30, 2025. By Dineshwori
The company unveiled its all-new EL platform, its first vehicle architecture since the 450. Built for versatility, scalability, and cost optimisation, the EL platform sets the stage for an entirely new generation of Ather scooters across multiple segments.
Tarun Mehta, Co-founder and CEO of Ather Energy, said, “With the EL platform, we are laying the foundation for Ather’s next phase of growth. Just as the 450 defined our first chapter, EL will define the next, enabling us to develop multiple types of scooters at scale far more efficiently. This platform-first approach enables faster innovation and improved efficiency, serviceability, and rider experience. EL reflects years of learning, deep R&D, and engineering.”
“Our new factory at Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar will scale with EL platform products to meet growing demand effectively,” he added.
According to the company, the EL platform has been designed to meet the evolving and diverse needs of electric scooter buyers in India. It offers the flexibility to build a wide variety of form factors by utilising a common set of key components. Built on insights from over 26 lakh kms of field data, it features a new chassis, powertrain, and fully redesigned electronics stack. The versatility it offers enables Ather to cater to different consumer segments, use cases, and markets while being more cost-effective. The simpler architecture and reduced component count enable 15 percent faster assembly. This also allows up to 2X faster periodic services, increasing the service interval up to 10,000 km.
The EL platform also introduces significant advancements to safety and convenience. Safety is improved through the Advanced Electronic Braking System (AEBS), which enhances braking performance by reducing stopping distance and minimising rear-wheel lockups. Convenience is elevated via the Ather Charge Drive Controller, which integrates an onboard charger with a motor controller, removing the need for customers to carry their portable chargers.
Alongside the new platform, Ather launched AtherStack 7.0, its latest software upgrade, introducing voice-enabled interaction, along with a host of new features designed to make tech more intuitive and easier to use. The company also unveiled its next-generation fast charger for quicker charging, along with updates across its existing product lineup.
Swapnil Jain, Co-founder and CTO at Ather Energy, said, “At Ather, we have always focused on simplifying technology and making it mainstream for riders. With AtherStack 7.0, we’re bringing AI into everyday riding through an LLM (Large Language Model) trained for our use cases and tuned to Indian dialects. Voice is the first step in that journey, an interface beyond buttons that makes rides smarter, safer, and more intuitive. It also makes our existing suite of AtherStack 70 features more accessible and mainstream for everyday use.”
Unlike traditional voice assistants, AtherStack 7.0 uses natural language capabilities, enabling seamless conversations. It can proactively alert riders to share live location, update them on tyre pressure, and other important information. Rider safety features like Pothole Alerts and Crash Alerts have also been introduced to enhance rider safety.
Ather has also strengthened vehicle security by expanding its theft-safety suite with the introduction of ParkSafe and LockSafe features. In addition, new remote-control features allow owners to start or stop charging or even shut down the vehicle from anywhere. AtherStack 7.0 will roll out as an over-the-air (OTA) update in the coming months and will be backward compatible with the Rizta Z and the Ather 450X up to Gen 3 scooters.
Complementing the software upgrade, Ather has unveiled updates to the Ather HALOTM smart helmet. This includes new colours, emergency pull-out padding, a pinlock-compatible anti-fog visor, and USBC charging. HALO’s premium sound with noise reduction ensures a seamless integration with the scooter’s voice capabilities.
Ather also showcased Redux, a concept moto-scooter that offers a glimpse into the future of performance.
The company has also updated the 2025 Ather 450 Apex with Infinite Cruise, its own advanced cruise control system designed specifically for Indian riding conditions. Infinite Cruise delivers three distinct experiences tailored for varied scenarios – CityCruise, Hill Control, and Crawl Control. Infinite Cruise will also roll out on the 2025 Ather 450 Apex in the coming months.
Furthermore, Ather announced a major upgrade for the Rizta Z, where every existing customer will now receive an OTA update that activates full touchscreen functionality, made possible by the advanced hardware already built into the scooter. Existing owners will receive an OTA update that activates touchscreen functionality and Eco Mode in the next few weeks. The Rizta Z is now available in a new Terracotta Red colour with a super-matte, dual-tone finish, adding a distinctive option to the lineup. The update also introduces a refreshed user interface and a new Eco Mode, giving riders the ability to balance performance with range.
Ather also unveiled its next-generation fast charging experience, designed to enhance convenience with faster charging. The new 6 kW charger is half the size of the current Ather fast charger and delivers double the speed in select Ather variants, adding up to 30 km of range in just 10 minutes. Select Ather fast chargers also feature a built-in tyre inflator to tackle low pressure and increase range.
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