India’s First Certified Indigenous Ferrite Motor
Ola Electric has achieved a new technological milestone by becoming India’s first
automotive OEM to secure government certification for its indigenously developed
ferrite motor, completely free of rare-earth elements. The certification, granted by the
Global Automotive Research Centre (GARC) under AIS 041 standards, validates the
company’s ability to produce high-performance EV motors using domestic innovation.
The ferrite motor has been engineered to match the power, durability, and efficiency of
rare-earth permanent magnet motors. It will be offered in 7kW and 11kW variants,
suitable for a wide range of Ola’s electric two-wheelers.
Advancing Self-Reliance in EV Manufacturing
Unlike conventional motors that depend on imported rare-earth materials, Ola’s ferrite
motor is fully made in India, representing a critical step toward self-reliance and supply
chain independence. By eliminating the need for rare-earth imports, Ola reduces
production costs and shields itself from volatile global material prices.
This initiative aligns with Ola Electric’s long-term goal of designing, engineering, and
manufacturing key EV components in India, supporting the nation’s “Atmanirbhar
Bharat” mission.
Enabling Affordable and Sustainable EVs
The certified ferrite motor will now be integrated across Ola’s EV lineup, enhancing both
affordability and sustainability. The company expects this innovation to lower vehicle
costs, improve supply chain security, and boost local ecosystem development.
This breakthrough follows Ola’s earlier commitment, announced during its Sankalp
2025 event, to develop and commercialize rare-earth-free motor technology. It
underscores India’s emerging capability to deliver world-class EV technology from
concept to commercialization.
