Ather Energy-Thunderplus: Ather Energy, a leader in India’s electric two-wheeler space. It has partnered with ThunderPlus, the country’s fastest-growing EV charging infrastructure company. To significantly increase public charging points for users of electric vehicles (EVs). The announcement was made on May 22, 2025. It is expected to transform the EV ecosystem by solving the all-important issue of charging access and range anxiety.
Ather Energy-Thunderplus: Key Highlights of the Partnership
- Pan India Coverage: Ather customers shall now have access to more than 140 ThunderPlus charging stations. Strategically placed in 40 cities and 15 states. This integration immediately increases the coverage of dependable. Fast-charging infrastructure for Ather riders, enabling daily commutes as well as cross-city travel.
- Interoperability and Common Networks: The partnership is keen on interoperability. In which Ather’s charging networks can easily fit into ThunderPlus’s high-speed charging network. This is part of a larger industry shift toward collectively developed. As opposed to isolated, infrastructure.
- ThunderPlus Network Power: ThunderPlus has over 2,000 charging points across the country currently. With high-speed solutions ranging from 30 kW to 240 kW. The partnerships with leading mobility providers. Such as FlixBus, Turno, Ohm, and ETO further strengthen its position in creating a sustainable charging infrastructure.
ThunderPlus CEO Rajeev YSR emphasized the team spirit behind the collaboration, “The revolution in EV will be won through collaboration, not competition. Our tie-up with Ather Energy opens up 140+ ThunderPlus charging points. Alleviating charging anxiety and boosting consumer confidence. We are equally willing to partner with other OEMs to make sure wherever EV users travel, a ThunderPlus charger is never too far away.”
Ather Energy-Thunderplus: Industry Impact and Innovations
- Mitigating Range and Charging Fear: Ather and ThunderPlus seek to remove one of the most significant deterrents to the uptake of EVs. Fear of running out of charge with no possibility of accessing a nearby charging station. The action is anticipated to increase customer confidence and speed up the shift to electric mobility.
- Product Innovation: ThunderPlus product portfolio comprises the Thunder Tej DC fast charger. For rapid top-ups within 15 minutes. The Thunder Lite, a multi-use, economical charger suitable for two-, three-, and four-wheelers. The innovations are specifically designed to address India’s distinctive EV environment. Of predominantly small cars and short distances.
- Enabling Sustainable Growth: Both the companies are actively involved in developing a connected, accessible, and sustainable EV charging network. Together, they contribute to India’s wider ambitions. Of curbing emissions and facilitating green transport.
Wider Ecosystem Developments
Ather Energy is expanding its presence. Having recently launched its second dealership in Indore. Having 14 service centers across Madhya Pradesh. As of March 2025, Ather has installed 3,578 fast and neighborhood chargers. Making it India’s largest two-wheeler fast-charging network. On the other hand, ThunderPlus’s anchor customer strategy and partnership with public and private sector giants. Ensure that its charging stations are both profitable and much more accessible.
ELCTRIK Speaks
The Ather-ThunderPlus partnership is a watershed moment in India’s electric mobility landscape. The two firms are not only increasing charging availability. But also establishing a culture of cooperation that will be critical to the mass adoption of EV. Such collaborations will prove to be the key to overcoming infrastructure hurdles. Establishing consumer confidence in EV technology.
