Ola Electric shares jump over 2% after getting CMVR approval for its 4680 Bharat Cell powered Roadster X+ motorcycle

Shares of Ola Electric moved higher on Monday after the company announced a major regulatory milestone for its flagship electric motorcycle, the Roadster X+ (9.1 kWh). The stock was trading around 2% higher at ₹36.14 as of 10:41 AM IST.

Ola Electric said the Roadster X+ (9.1 kWh), powered by its indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell battery pack, has received certification under the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR), 1989 from the International Centre for Automotive Technology (iCAT), Manesar. With this approval in place, the company will now commence deliveries of the motorcycle.

This certification is significant as it makes the Roadster X+ the first electric motorcycle in India to be approved with a completely in-house developed 4680 battery cell and pack. The development underscores Ola Electric’s push toward localisation and strengthens India’s broader vision of self-reliance in advanced electric vehicle technologies.

The Ola Roadster X+ 9.1 kWh sets a new benchmark in electric motorcycling with a claimed range of up to 500 km on a single charge. This extended range is enabled by the high energy density and advanced thermal performance of Ola’s 4680 Bharat Cell technology. By directly addressing range anxiety, the motorcycle aims to make long-distance and inter-city electric travel viable not only in metro cities but also in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets, where charging infrastructure is still evolving.

Following the CMVR certification, Ola Electric has expanded the deployment of its in-house 4680 Bharat Cell technology across its entire two-wheeler portfolio, including electric scooters and motorcycles. The same battery platform is also planned to power Ola शक्ति, further reinforcing the company’s vertically integrated approach covering cell manufacturing, battery packs, and vehicle platforms.

The Roadster X+ received approval after undergoing rigorous vehicle-level testing as prescribed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (A ghost) for battery-operated electric two-wheelers. These tests covered a wide range of parameters, including constructional and functional safety, range validation, gradeability, braking performance, electromagnetic compatibility, noise levels, and environmental compliance, ensuring adherence to India’s regulatory standards.

In addition to vehicle certification, the 9.1 kWh high-energy battery pack built using the 4680 Bharat Cells has also been certified by the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) under AIS-156 Amendment 4. The battery pack successfully cleared stringent safety and durability tests, including water immersion, thermal runaway and fire safety, as well as vibration and shock tests, highlighting Ola Electric’s focus on battery safety and reliability.