German semiconductor giant will provide advanced chip solutions to boost efficiency and reliability of Indian electric two-wheeler manufacturer's vehicles and charging infrastructure.
28 May 2025 | 4028 Views | By Angitha Suresh
Ather Energy and Infineon Technologies have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on semiconductor technologies for electric vehicles in India. The partnership, formalized in Seoul, South Korea, aims to integrate Infineon's microcontrollers, sensors, and power management solutions into Ather's electric scooters and charging systems.
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Ather Energy and Infineon Technologies have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on semiconductor technologies for electric vehicles in India. The partnership, formalized in Seoul, South Korea, aims to integrate Infineon's microcontrollers, sensors, and power management solutions into Ather's electric scooters and charging systems.
The collaboration focuses on improving energy efficiency, charging speeds, and overall system reliability in Ather's electric two-wheelers. Infineon will provide silicon carbide and gallium nitride technologies alongside automotive sensors to enhance vehicle performance and safety features.
Swapnil Jain, Executive Director and CTO at Ather Energy, said the partnership aligns with the company's engineering approach of improving system efficiency and reducing complexity. He noted that Infineon's semiconductor expertise could help advance key systems from charging to safety across Ather's product range.
Peter Schaefer, Executive Vice President at Infineon, highlighted India's position as one of the fastest-growing electric vehicle markets globally. He said the partnership would contribute to India's target of achieving a 30 percent sales share for electric vehicles by 2030.
Ather Energy, founded in 2013 by Tarun Mehta and Swapnil Jain, operates two main product lines: the Ather 450 series for performance-focused customers and the Ather Rizta series for family convenience. The Bangalore-based company established India's first two-wheeler fast charging network, called Ather Grid.
As of March 2025, Ather has installed 3,611 charging points globally, including 3,578 across India and 33 in Nepal and Sri Lanka. The company holds 309 registered trademarks, 203 registered designs, and 47 patents, with additional applications pending.
Infineon Technologies, headquartered in Germany, generated revenue of approximately 15 billion euros in fiscal 2024 and employs around 58,060 people worldwide. The company specializes in semiconductor solutions for power systems and Internet of Things applications.
India's electric two-wheeler market has experienced significant growth as consumers seek alternatives to conventional petrol scooters amid rising fuel costs and environmental concerns. The government has implemented various incentives to promote electric vehicle adoption, including subsidies and tax benefits for manufacturers and buyers.
The partnership represents Infineon's continued expansion in the Asian electric vehicle market, where the company has been seeking opportunities to supply semiconductor solutions to local manufacturers. For Ather, the collaboration provides access to advanced chip technologies that could help differentiate its products in an increasingly competitive market.
Both companies indicated the partnership would explore sensing and safety innovations to improve vehicle performance and user experience, though specific timelines for product integration were not disclosed.