Kamal Ghorui
Bengaluru-based EV maker Ather Energy is gearing up to expand its electric scooter lineup with a new, more accessible model. A test mule of the upcoming Ather EL01 has been spotted testing for the first time. Once launched, this EV will be a rival to models like the Bajaj Chetak and TVS iQube.
Ather EL01 e-scooter : What to expect
The scooter, which was earlier showcased as a near-production last year, was seen undergoing tests in Bengaluru under heavy camouflage. Despite the covers, some key design elements are visible. The production version seems to stay close to the concept, with the headlamp positioned on the handlebar cowl and a wide LED daytime running light stretching across the front apron.
The test unit also features a front disc brake, while the rear is expected to get a drum brake. Although not fully confirmed, the rear wheel appears smaller, possibly a 12-inch unit, while the front appears to be a larger 14-inch unit.Underneath, the EL01 is based on Ather’s new modular EL platform. This architecture is designed to support a wide range of battery options, likely between 2 kWh and 5 kWh. The scooter is expected to use a swingarm-mounted motor along with a telescopic front fork and a single rear shock absorber.The EL01 is being developed as a practical, family-oriented scooter. It is expected to feature a longer wheelbase, a wider seat and a spacious floorboard. It is expected to be positioned below the Rizta in Ather’s lineup.Stay tuned to TOI Auto for latest updates on the automotive sector and do follow us on our social media handles on Facebook, Instagram and X.
