Ola Electric has announced that its indigenously developed & manufactured 4680 Bharat Cell battery packs in 5.2 kWh configuration has secured ARAI certification under the latest AIS-156 Amendment 4 standards issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
With this certification, Ola will soon begin rolling out its vehicles powered by its own 4680 Bharat Cells. The certified pack will debut on the S1 Pro+ (5.2 kWh) making the S1 Ola’s first vehicle to be powered by its homegrown cell technology.
Speaking on the announcement, Ola Electric spokesperson said, “With the ARAI certification of our 4680 Bharat Cell battery pack, we are ready to deliver our first vehicles powered by our own cells. This is a defining milestone in our mission to build India’s EV technology leadership and reduce reliance on global supply chains. Customers will soon be able to experience the enhanced range, performance and reliability that our homegrown cells bring to our scooters and motorcycles.”
Until now, Ola has been using third-party cells across its scooter and motorcycle line-ups, all certified under AIS-156. With the expansion to 5.2 kWh battery pack built on its own 4680 Bharat Cells, Ola has taken a decisive step towards vertical integration in EVs. This is expected to significantly enhance range, performance, improve unit economics, and reduce dependence on global supply chains, especially as its upcoming Gigafactory scales production.
The certification process for the 4680 packs involved one of the most rigorous testing regimes in the world, covering safety, electrical reliability, and performance across extreme climate and operating conditions. Key tests successfully cleared include water immersion, vibration durability, and thermal shock resistance, reinforcing Ola’s focus on safety and durability.
This milestone marks a pivotal moment in Ola Electric’s journey to build world-class EV technology in India, powered by its own cells.
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