Key Highlights
- Ola Electric secures PLI certification for Roadster X+ 4.5 kWh motorcycle.
- Roadster X+ 4.5 kWh becomes first motorcycle in Ola’s Roadster portfolio to receive PLI benefits.
- Certification confirms minimum Domestic Value Addition compliance under PLI-Auto scheme.
- Model eligible for government incentives under the PLI scheme.
- Move strengthens Ola Electric’s localisation and EV ecosystem strategy.
Ola Electric has received the Certification of Compliance for eligibility under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for its Roadster X+ 4.5 kWh motorcycle. The certification has been granted by the Global Automotive Research Centre (GARC) under the PLI-Auto scheme.
With this development, the Roadster X+ 4.5 kWh becomes the first motorcycle in Ola Electric’s Roadster lineup to qualify for PLI incentives. The certification confirms that the model meets the required Domestic Value Addition (DVA) thresholds under the scheme, making it eligible for financial incentives offered by the government.
The company stated that the certification reflects its continued focus on localisation and building a domestic EV ecosystem. The PLI qualification is expected to support Ola Electric’s efforts to scale production and strengthen its position in India’s electric motorcycle segment.
An Ola Electric spokesperson said that the certification validates the company’s progress towards deep localisation and indigenous EV development. The company aims to expand accessibility of electric motorcycles while maintaining performance and cost competitiveness.
The development comes alongside recent pricing adjustments by the company. Ola Electric had earlier reduced the price of its 4680 Bharat Cell-powered Roadster X+ 9.1 kWh variant, driven by improved cost efficiencies and advancements in battery manufacturing at its Gigafactory. The benefits of localisation and scale have been passed on to customers, making its EV offerings more competitive.
The Roadster platform is part of Ola Electric’s broader strategy to expand its presence in the electric two-wheeler market. The company continues to invest in vertically integrated manufacturing, battery innovation, and direct-to-consumer distribution to accelerate EV adoption in India.