To reshape India’s electric vehicle (EV) landscape, Ather Energy, a trailblazer in EV technology, has joined hands with Hero MotoCorp, the world’s leading two-wheeler manufacturer. This dynamic partnership aims to roll out an expansive interoperable fast-charging network across 100 cities, integrating Ather Energy’s AtherGrids with Hero MotoCorp’s VIDA charging stations, creating a colossal network of over 1,900 fast-charging points.
What makes this collaboration truly trailblazing is the recent approval by the Bureau of Indian Standards for the Light Electric Combined Charging System (LECCS), a pioneering AC and DC Combined Charging connector standard for light electric vehicles. This marks India’s first foray into an indigenously developed charging system, promising unparalleled convenience for EV users.Ather Energy Co-founder and CTO Swapnil Jain remarked, “This partnership will pave the way for consumers to access an extensive network of charging stations across the country, alleviating range anxiety.” The move towards interoperability not only signals a significant leap for Indian OEMs but sets a global precedent, creating the first-ever interoperable fast-charging network for EV two-wheelers worldwide.
As consumers prepare to embrace this EV revolution, the collaboration ensures not just charging infrastructure but a seamless and accessible experience. The Ather App and My VIDA will empower users to effortlessly locate and navigate to compatible charging stations, underscoring a new era in sustainable and convenient electric mobility.
