Ather Energy has entered into a strategic partnership with Infineon Technologies to advance semiconductor technologies for electric vehicles in India. The agreement, signed in Seoul, South Korea, will see Infineon’s microcontrollers, sensors, and power management systems integrated into Ather’s electric scooters and charging infrastructure.
The collaboration focuses on enhancing energy efficiency, speeding up charging times, and improving the overall reliability of Ather’s electric two-wheelers. Infineon will contribute its cutting-edge silicon carbide and gallium nitride technologies, as well as automotive sensors, to enhance both performance and safety features.
Swapnil Jain, Executive Director and CTO of Ather Energy, emphasized that this partnership aligns with their commitment to optimizing system efficiency while simplifying complexity. He pointed out that Infineon’s semiconductor expertise will play a key role in improving systems across Ather’s product line, from charging to safety.
Peter Schaefer, Executive Vice President at Infineon, highlighted India’s rapid growth as a leader in the electric vehicle market. He expressed confidence that the collaboration would support India’s ambitious target of securing a 30% market share for electric vehicles by 2030.
Founded in 2013 by Tarun Mehta and Swapnil Jain, Ather Energy offers two primary product lines: the Ather 450 series for performance enthusiasts and the Ather Rizta series designed for family use. The company is also behind Ather Grid, India’s first network of fast charging stations for two-wheelers.
As of March 2025, Ather has deployed 3,611 charging stations globally, with 3,578 across India, and additional locations in Nepal and Sri Lanka. The company holds an impressive portfolio of intellectual property, including 309 trademarks, 203 designs, and 47 patents, with more pending.
Infineon Technologies, based in Germany, reported revenue of approximately 15 billion euros for fiscal 2024, employing around 58,060 people globally. The company specializes in semiconductor solutions for power systems and IoT applications.
India’s electric two-wheeler market has witnessed impressive growth, driven by consumer demand for alternatives to traditional petrol-powered scooters amid rising fuel prices and growing environmental awareness. The Indian government has also introduced various incentives to encourage electric vehicle adoption, including subsidies and tax rebates for both manufacturers and consumers.
This partnership marks Infineon’s continued expansion into the Asian electric vehicle market, where the company aims to provide semiconductor solutions to local manufacturers. For Ather, the collaboration presents an opportunity to access next-generation chip technologies that could give its products a competitive edge. Both companies have hinted at future innovations in vehicle sensing and safety but have not yet provided a timeline for integrating these features into Ather’s products.
