Ola Electric Secures Certification for S1 X+ 5.2 kWh Scooter
Ola Electric announced that its mass-market electric scooter, the S1 X+ (5.2kWh), has received approval under the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR), 1989.
This certification was granted by the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT), Manesar, an authorized government testing agency.
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Following this certification, the company stated that the S1 X+ would emerge as the product with the most extended range within Ola Electric's mass-market scooter lineup.
It signifies a pivotal achievement in extending access to cutting-edge EV technology to a considerably broader range of consumers nationwide, the statement further elaborated.
As the electric scooter with the longest range within our mass-market offerings, it provides an impressive blend of extended distance capabilities, robust performance, safety, and dependability. This makes electric vehicles a viable option for a significantly broader audience throughout India.
This development represents a crucial advancement in promoting the adoption of electric vehicles not only in metropolitan areas but also in the country's interior regions.
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Ola Electric announced that its S1 X+ model with a 5.2 kWh battery offers an IDC range of 320 kilometers, coupled with a maximum speed of 125 kilometers per hour, and is driven by an 11 kW mid-drive motor.
Facilitated by the high energy density and superior thermal properties of Ola's internally developed 4680 Bharat Cell, the scooter is engineered to render long-distance, routine travel both feasible and convenient, particularly for areas extending beyond urban locales.
The company stated that the S1 X+ 5.2 kWh effectively overcomes the primary obstacles to electric vehicle adoption in the mainstream market by integrating extensive range, superior performance, and cost-effectiveness. The certification has been granted subsequent to an extensive validation program that encompassed evaluations of safety, performance, and regulatory compliance at the vehicle level, as required under CMVR.
The scooter was subjected to comprehensive testing that encompassed structural and operational safety, range verification, and other essential metrics, thereby guaranteeing compliance with the most stringent regulatory standards.
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Upon receiving certification for the S1 X+ (5.2 kWh), Ola Electric announced it is further broadening the application of its proprietary 4680 Bharat Cell technology throughout its range of scooters and motorcycles. This advancement enhances its vertically integrated strategy, encompassing cell development, battery pack engineering, and vehicle manufacturing.