Ola Electric has achieved a major technological milestone by becoming the first Indian electric two-wheeler manufacturer to secure government certification for its rare-earth-free ferrite motor, a breakthrough that promises enhanced sustainability, cost efficiency, and reduced dependency on imported materials.
The certification was officially granted by the Global Automotive Research Centre (GARC) in Tamil Nadu after the motor successfully passed stringent tests under the AIS 041 notification issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). This validation makes Ola Electric the pioneer in developing and certifying a ferrite-based motor designed and manufactured entirely in India.
A Milestone for India’s EV Industry
According to Ola Electric, the newly certified ferrite motor delivers efficiency, performance, and durability on par with traditional rare-earth permanent magnet motors—but without the environmental and economic challenges tied to rare-earth material sourcing. The innovation is set to reduce production costs, mitigate supply chain risks, and improve overall affordability of the company’s future electric scooters and motorcycles.
The ferrite motor was first introduced during Ola Electric’s annual “Sankalp 2025” event held in August 2025. Performance tests confirmed that both 7kW and 11kW variants of the motor deliver comparable net power output to rare-earth alternatives, ensuring no compromise on ride quality or performance standards.
Boosting Local Manufacturing and Sustainability
With this certification, Ola Electric plans to integrate the ferrite motor across its entire product lineup, reinforcing its vision for sustainable innovation and self-reliance under the “Make in India” initiative. The company believes this advancement will play a key role in transforming India into a global hub for clean mobility technologies.
Despite a recent dip in market performance—Ola Electric’s stock fell 1.8% in intra-day trading and 11.9% over the past month—the company remains optimistic. Executives emphasize that this certification reflects long-term progress toward green innovation, technological independence, and cost-effective EV production.
Strategic Move Toward Self-Reliance
By eliminating the reliance on rare-earth materials, which are primarily imported from China, Ola Electric is not only addressing environmental concerns but also strengthening India’s EV supply chain resilience. The ferrite motor marks a major step in reducing external dependencies, ensuring scalability, and enabling more affordable electric vehicles for Indian consumers.
This milestone highlights Ola Electric’s leadership in sustainable mobility innovation and positions the company as a frontrunner in India’s growing electric vehicle ecosystem, supporting national goals of carbon neutrality and domestic EV manufacturing.
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