Ola Electric has expanded its two-wheeler lineup with the launch of the S1 Pro Sport, marking its entry into the electric sports scooter segment. Priced at an introductory ₹1,49,999, the new model promises high performance, advanced features, and a focus on supply chain independence. Alongside the launch, the company unveiled its indigenous ferrite motor, which eliminates the use of rare-earth magnets, and showcased the working prototype of its futuristic Moonshot Project – Diamondhead.
According to Bhavish Aggarwal, Founder, Chairman, and MD of Ola Electric, the new launches are part of the company’s vision to “End ICE Age” and establish India as a global hub for clean energy and electric vehicles (EVs). The S1 Pro Sport will join the brand’s existing portfolio that currently includes the S1 scooter and the Roadster motorcycle. Deliveries of the S1 Pro Sport are expected to commence in January 2026.
The Ola S1 Pro Sport is positioned as a performance-oriented variant of the S1 scooter. It is equipped with a 16kW motor paired with a 5.2 kWh battery powered by the company’s in-house developed 4680 Bharat Cell. This enables the scooter to achieve a top speed of 152 kmph and an acceleration of 0 to 40 kmph in just 2 seconds.
On a single charge, the scooter offers an impressive range of up to 320 km (IDC), placing it among the top long-range scooters in the Indian EV market.
The S1 Pro Sport is engineered to deliver a dynamic and stable riding experience. Key enhancements include:
Gas-charged rear suspension and re-tuned front forks for improved handling.
14-inch wheels with wider tires for better grip, stability, and comfort.
A traction control system with Rain, Urban, and Track modes, ensuring optimal performance across diverse weather and road conditions.
Ola Electric has expanded its two-wheeler lineup with the launch of the S1 Pro Sport, marking its entry into the electric sports scooter segment. Priced at an introductory ₹1,49,999, the new model promises high performance, advanced features, and a focus on supply chain independence. Alongside the launch, the company unveiled its indigenous ferrite motor, which eliminates the use of rare-earth magnets, and showcased the working prototype of its futuristic Moonshot Project – Diamondhead.
According to Bhavish Aggarwal, Founder, Chairman, and MD of Ola Electric, the new launches are part of the company’s vision to “End ICE Age” and establish India as a global hub for clean energy and electric vehicles (EVs). The S1 Pro Sport will join the brand’s existing portfolio that currently includes the S1 scooter and the Roadster motorcycle. Deliveries of the S1 Pro Sport are expected to commence in January 2026.
The Ola S1 Pro Sport is positioned as a performance-oriented variant of the S1 scooter. It is equipped with a 16kW motor paired with a 5.2 kWh battery powered by the company’s in-house developed 4680 Bharat Cell. This enables the scooter to achieve a top speed of 152 kmph and an acceleration of 0 to 40 kmph in just 2 seconds.
On a single charge, the scooter offers an impressive range of up to 320 km (IDC), placing it among the top long-range scooters in the Indian EV market.
The S1 Pro Sport is engineered to deliver a dynamic and stable riding experience. Key enhancements include:
Gas-charged rear suspension and re-tuned front forks for improved handling.
14-inch wheels with wider tires for better grip, stability, and comfort.
A traction control system with Rain, Urban, and Track modes, ensuring optimal performance across diverse weather and road conditions.
These features collectively make the S1 Pro Sport a performance-driven scooter designed for Indian roads.
One of the most significant announcements was Ola Electric’s indigenously developed ferrite motor that uses no rare-earth magnets. The company plans to introduce this motor into its vehicles in a phased manner starting from the October–December quarter of 2025.
The move is aimed at reducing dependency on rare-earth magnets, which are crucial for EV powertrains but are largely controlled by China, posing supply chain risks for the global automotive industry.
Rare-earth magnets are favored in the auto industry due to their compact size and high efficiency. However, China dominates the supply chain, producing around 60% of the world’s rare-earth elements and controlling nearly 90% of global refining capacity.
In April 2025, China introduced stricter export regulations on rare-earth materials, requiring special permits, which has already begun disrupting EV and auto component production worldwide. By developing rare-earth-free technologies, Ola Electric aims to safeguard its supply chain and contribute to India’s EV self-reliance.
The global auto component industry is also exploring alternatives to rare-earth magnets. Companies such as Mahle, Valeo, Sterling Gtake, Sona Comstar, Greaves Cotton, Chara Technologies, and Attron Automotive are actively researching solutions for rare-earth-free motors.
However, experts caution that these technologies face challenges such as lower power density, reduced efficiency, and larger motor size and weight. For high-performance EV applications, large-scale commercial adoption may still take time.
Conclusion
The launch of the S1 Pro Sport and the development of a rare-earth-free ferrite motor highlight Ola Electric’s ambition to lead India’s electric mobility revolution. With its advanced performance, extended range, and indigenous motor technology, Ola is setting new benchmarks in the EV industry. While rare-earth-free motors face technical hurdles, Ola’s push into this space signals a transformative step towards self-reliance, sustainability, and innovation in electric mobility.