Ather Energy crosses 400 fast charging points in Maharashtra
has crossed the milestone of 400 Ather Grid
fast charging points
in Maharashtra. These points are spread across 35 cities, covering key routes including Mumbai–Pune, Pune–Satara, Satara–Kolhapur, Sangli–Kolhapur, and Pune–Panshet.
In addition to these, the company has deployed more than 220 fast charging points using the Light Electric Combined Charging System (LECCS), a standard developed by Ather and made available to other electric vehicle brands. These chargers are accessible through Google Maps for users with compatible connectors.
Ravneet Singh Phokela, Chief Business Officer, Ather Energy, said: 'Maharashtra has been a strong market for us, and we've seen EV adoption here grow steadily over the years. As more people switch to electric, what really builds confidence is knowing that charging won't be a challenge."
"However, for many potential buyers, charging continues to be one of the perceived barriers, and that's something we've always worked towards solving. From the beginning, we've focused on building infrastructure that keeps pace with growing demand," he added.
Partnerships and national network
Ather Energy has partnered with various organisations for charger deployment, including Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited and EV Dock. The company launched India's first fast charging network for two-wheelers in 2018 and has now established over 3,300 fast charging points across the country.
According to the company, its chargers enable compatible electric two-wheelers to gain a range of 15 kilometres in 10 minutes, reducing downtime during daily use.
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