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Ola Electric: Rapid acceleration, but a journey paved with roadblocks
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1y ago
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Ola Electric, India's first purely electric vehicle manufacturer to file for an IPO, dominates the electric two-wheeler market with a 32.6% share. In fiscal year 2022-23, Ola Electric reported a seven-fold surge in volumes, selling over 156,000 scooters. However, the company is looking to raise ₹5,500 crore in its IPO, targeting a steep valuation of $7-8 billion. Challenges in employee attrition, reduced subsidies, inadequate charging infrastructure, and competition from auto giants pose potential obstacles to its growth. Ola Electric has already slashed its sales goals and delayed its profitability target, raising concerns about its lofty valuations.
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Warning sign for EV startups? Report says Ather, Ola witnessing lukewarm response from investors
Business Today
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1y ago
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Investors are displaying caution towards electric scooter startups like Ather and Ola Electric in India due to their heavy losses and regulatory uncertainties, according to a report. The lukewarm response to the fundraising efforts of these startups, despite their rapid growth, is being seen as a warning sign by industry executives. Ather's revenue has surged, but losses have more than doubled, while Ola Electric is yet to release its latest financials. Smaller fundraises might sustain them for now, but their growth could be impacted if they fail to attract larger rounds of funding. Legacy automakers are also entering the EV space, posing additional threats to the startups.
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Ola Electric rolls out Roadster X bike from Tamil Nadu plant
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3m ago
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Ola Electric has launched the first Roadster X motorcycle from its Tamil Nadu factory, marking a significant milestone in electric mobility. The Roadster X features a mid-drive motor, innovative flat cables, and patented brake-by-wire technology. With efficient torque transfer, improved acceleration, and advanced MoveOS 5 features like cruise control, it is designed to offer enhanced performance and safety. Prices range from Rs 84,999 to Rs 1,84,999, depending on the model and battery capacity.
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Ola drawing up a route map to join quick commerce party
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1y ago
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As Ola Electric gears up for its upcoming public listing, Ola Cabs founder Bhavish Aggarwal is focusing on expanding the company's presence in the quick commerce sector. Ola plans to establish its own dark stores, small neighborhood warehouses stocked with products for rapid deliveries. These dark stores will be operated by Ola and will utilize automation, including the deployment of robots. Ola also intends to launch its own Unified Payments Interface (UPI) offering for consumers. The company is expected to announce these initiatives at its annual Independence Day event on August 15.
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Tesla on two wheels? India's Ola Electric feels the strains of success
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1y ago
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Ola Electric, India's leading e-scooter maker, is facing challenges as its nationwide network of service centers struggles to meet the demands of its surging sales. Reuters' visits to several service centers revealed significant backlogs and long repair times, particularly in metropolitan areas like Mumbai, Chennai, and Bengaluru. Ola Electric, valued at $5.4 billion, plans to quadruple its annual production capacity to 2 million e-scooters. However, the rapid expansion raises concerns about maintaining efficient service operations, especially in India's challenging driving conditions. Ola Electric is working to bolster its service network by adding 100 new centers and hiring more technicians.
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Ola Electric to lay off 500 employees in restructuring move
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8m ago
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Ola Electric is reportedly letting go of around 500 employees as part of a restructuring effort to improve profitability. This comes after its sister company, Ola Consumer, announced a similar exercise earlier this year. Ola Electric has also been facing customer dissatisfaction with its after-sales service, receiving thousands of complaints daily. The company plans to expand its sales and service infrastructure, but the Central Consumer Protection Authority has ordered a probe into alleged deficiencies in Ola Electric's services and products.
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Trouble for Ola Electric: Consumer watchdog orders probe into complaints | Company Business News
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8m ago
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India's Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has initiated an investigation into alleged deficiencies in the services and products of Ola Electric, focusing on its scooters. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has been directed to verify the company's claims regarding the resolution of customer grievances. The investigation comes after a surge of 10,644 complaints filed against Ola Electric with the National Consumer Helpline. Ola Electric had claimed 99.1% customer satisfaction, but a sample test by the CCPA found that only 79.2% of consumers were satisfied with the company's response to their grievances.
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‘Ola toh Ola hai, Chetak shola hai’: Rajiv Bajaj takes dig at Ola Electric | Company Business News
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8m ago
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Bajaj Auto's CEO Rajiv Bajaj claimed that the Bajaj Chetak has become the best-selling electric scooter in India, surpassing rival Ola. With over 300,000 units sold to date, Bajaj Auto is set to launch a new model of the Chetak on December 20. Ola Electric currently leads the electric two-wheeler market in terms of market share, but Bajaj's announcement showcases the growing competition in India's EV market.
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Ola Electric’s Secretary and Compliance Officer Pramendra Tomar resigns
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10m ago
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- Pramendra Tomar, secretary and compliance officer of Ola Electric, has resigned citing personal reasons and commitments. - The resignation is effective from October 1, according to a BSE filing. - Ola Electric is in the process of appointing a new candidate for the position of company secretary. - Tomar joined Ola Electric in 2022 and has considerable experience as a corporate lawyer and in company secretarial positions. - Ola Electric's shares have been struggling at the stock exchanges, with the price dropping below Rs 100 on Monday but regaining some ground on Tuesday. - The company reported a second straight month of sales drop in September, while competitors such as Ather Energy, TVS Motor, and Bajaj Auto saw sales numbers rise. - Ola Electric has been facing numerous complaints about its vehicles, and it has created a new service team to address these issues. - In September, Ola Electric introduced the 'Network Partner Program' to expand its sales and service networks across India and onboard 10,000 partners by 2025. - Shradha Sharma, Founder and CEO of YourStory, is an independent director in Ola Electric (Disclaimer).
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Why Ola’s Path To Green Mobility Is Full Of Twists And Turns
Inc42
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1y ago
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Ola Cabs, a major ride-hailing company in India, has been slow to make progress in transitioning to electric mobility and has faced increased competition in the EV segment. While Ola Electric, a subsidiary of Ola Cabs, was established in 2017, the company has yet to achieve any significant milestones in its quest for an electric fleet. In contrast, competitors like Uber India and other emerging players such as BluSmart and Evera Cabs have already deployed thousands of electric vehicles. Ola's past initiatives, such as "Mission: Electric," have not come to fruition, and the company's current CEO, Hemant Bakshi, has offered limited clarity on its green mobility plans. Nevertheless, Ola aims to expand its electric vehicle offerings beyond two-wheelers to include three-wheelers, cars, and e-buses. However, Ola Electric's timeline for new products may not align with Ola Cabs' ambitions. Ola Electric plans to launch electric auto-rickshaws in the coming months, which could be integrated into Ola Cabs' fleet. The company also intends to enter the electric car market eventually but may need to partner with fleet operators and other original equipment manufacturers in the meantime. Ola's focus on scaling up its electric two-wheeler ride-hailing vertical is driven by the belief that state governments are more likely to favor two-wheelers over traditional internal combustion engines. However, Ola faces competition from established players such as Yulu and Rapido, as well as Uber's emphasis on Uber Moto. Ola still has to overcome challenges such as unit economics and profitability while catching up with existing rivals.
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Two-wheeler EV sales rise 12% as Ola Electric sees festive surge
Economic Times
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1y ago
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In October, sales of electric two-wheelers in India increased by 12%, with Ola Electric leading the market by capturing nearly one-third of the sales. Ola Electric sold 22,284 vehicles in October, while Ather Energy sold 8,025 vehicles. Overall, the sales of two-wheeler EVs for the month totaled 70,678 units. The government's transportation portal Vahan reported these figures, but Ola Electric claimed to have sold around 24,000 units during the same period. The sales surge can be attributed to strong demand during Navratri and Dussehra festivals.
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