Ola Electrical has denied stories suggesting its battery know-how is linked to a leak involving a former LG Vitality Answer govt, calling the allegations “deceptive and utterly baseless.” The corporate clarified that its 4680 Bharat Cell is constructed on a extra superior dry electrode cylindrical cell know-how, not the older pouch cell design referenced in latest media stories.The controversy stems from a latest report that claimed an ex-LG Vitality Answer worker tried to go pouch cell know-how IPs to Ola Electrical. Dismissing the declare, Ola mentioned that the pouch cell know-how talked about is “outdated” and an space of analysis or industrial curiosity for the corporate.“The worry of dropping market alternatives, together with a major buyer in Ola Electrical, is prompting the international rival to assault an indigenous battery innovation,” the assertion learn.
Ola highlighted that the 4680 Bharat Cell is India’s first indigenously developed large-format cell. Ola additionally holds 720 patent filings, of which 124 have been granted, and has invested Rs 2,500 crore to arrange India’s first operational Gigafactory. The Bengaluru-based firm not too long ago introduced that the S1 Professional+ (5.2kWh) is its first scooter to characteristic the indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell battery pack, providing improved vary, efficiency, and security. Ola Electrical’s lineup at the moment contains a vary of electrical scooters, together with the S1, S1 Air, and S1 X collection, together with a newly launched lineup of electrical bikes: Diamondhead, Journey, Roadster, and Cruiser.Keep tuned to TOI Auto for up to date updates on the automotive sector and do comply with us on our social media handles on Fb, Instagram and X.
