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NDTV
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Matter Aera Electric Motorcycle Gets Lifetime Battery Warranty
Indian electric two-wheeler manufacturer has introduced a lifetime battery warranty for its electric motorcycle, Aera. The company claims this is the first time a manufacturer is offering this kind of warranty in India's electric two-wheeler segment. With this, the company aims to mitigate one of the biggest concerns of electric vehicle owners, i.e., battery life and replacement costs. The Aera provides a lifetime warranty for its battery, which is the most costly part of an electric vehicle. Generally, warranties for EV batteries range from three to eight years. Offering a lifetime warranty significantly alters this norm and may influence how consumers assess the long-term ownership costs. Also Read: Matter claims that its capability to provide this warranty is due to its choice to design and produce critical components internally, such as the battery pack and Battery Management System (BMS). These systems have reportedly been tested extensively in various terrains and climates throughout India. According to the company, this in-house manufacturing enables greater durability and consistent performance, justifying the lifetime warranty. The Matter Aera is equipped with a liquid-cooled battery. This setup not only regulates the battery's temperature but also helps create conditions conducive to prolonging battery life, which is crucial in high-temperature environments. Addressing the update, Mohal Lalbhai, Founder & CEO, Matter, said, 'When you ride with MATTER, we ride with you—for life. Our riders shouldn't have to worry about what powers their bike. This Lifetime Battery Warranty is our way of saying: we've got your back.' Matter Aera is sold at a starting price of Rs 1.93 lakh (ex-showroom) and comes with a 5 kWh battery pack. It gives a certified range of up to 172 km, while the real-world number is 125 km. Powering the bike is an 11.5 kW electric motor, which gives it a top speed of up to 105 kmph. The bike can go from 0-40 kmph in 2.8 seconds.
The Hindu
22-04-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
MATTER launches e-bike Aera in Bengaluru
MATTER Motor Works, an electric mobility start-up, has launched a geared electric motorbike, AERA, in Bengaluru. This e-bike is 'purpose-built for the Indian rider and fine-tuned for a city like Bengaluru', the company said. Mohal Lalbhai, founder and group CEO of MATTER, said, 'There's no better city to lead this journey than Bengaluru, where innovation isn't just an idea, it's a way of life.' AERA is backed by an in-house developed Hypershift manual gearbox, a 4-speed manual transmission in an EV, paired with 3 ride modes: Eco, City and Sport to deliver 12 unique ride combinations, said the company. The bike also has a liquid-cooled powertrain with advanced liquid cooling on both motor and battery pack for better efficiency in hot, high-traffic conditions. Its 5kWh battery offers a range of 172 km per charge, according to the company's release.
