Ather Energy is willing to assist other players in the electric vehicle (EV) sector in adopting its charging connector, recognized as a standard by the Bureau of Indian Standards. The Chief Business Officer, Ravneet S Phokela, stated that Ather is open to providing free help to fast-track the adoption of its charging connector, with its engineers assisting other Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).
Ather’s connector was approved by the Bureau of Indian Standards for light electric vehicles, including two- and three-wheelers, and micro cars. The company aims to collaborate on the charging side, promoting the harmonization of charging infrastructure, while focusing on competition in the vehicle sector.
“We have an IP on this (charging connector). We are talking to multiple Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and told them if you want to adopt it, we will help fast-track that journey,” Phokela told PTI. “Our engineers can come and work with your engineers so that you don’t have a steep learning curve. We have already made the investments. We already know technologies, we will just help you adopt,” he added.
Phokela emphasized the importance of having a standardized charging connector, highlighting that it harmonizes individual solutions across the industry. A standardized infrastructure encourages independent businesses to set up charging stations, addressing range anxiety for customers and providing a clear framework for government incentives for charging infrastructure development.
Regarding Ather’s plans for expanding its charging network, Phokela outlined strong growth plans, targeting approximately 2,500 charging stations by March 2024 and potentially reaching 5,000 in the next fiscal year. The company aims to support the broader adoption of EVs through standardized charging infrastructure and collaborative efforts within the industry.
Ather’s connector was approved by the Bureau of Indian Standards for light electric vehicles, including two- and three-wheelers, and micro cars. The company aims to collaborate on the charging side, promoting the harmonization of charging infrastructure, while focusing on competition in the vehicle sector.
“We have an IP on this (charging connector). We are talking to multiple Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and told them if you want to adopt it, we will help fast-track that journey,” Phokela told PTI. “Our engineers can come and work with your engineers so that you don’t have a steep learning curve. We have already made the investments. We already know technologies, we will just help you adopt,” he added.
Phokela emphasized the importance of having a standardized charging connector, highlighting that it harmonizes individual solutions across the industry. A standardized infrastructure encourages independent businesses to set up charging stations, addressing range anxiety for customers and providing a clear framework for government incentives for charging infrastructure development.
Regarding Ather’s plans for expanding its charging network, Phokela outlined strong growth plans, targeting approximately 2,500 charging stations by March 2024 and potentially reaching 5,000 in the next fiscal year. The company aims to support the broader adoption of EVs through standardized charging infrastructure and collaborative efforts within the industry.
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