Booking the Ola Electric Series S Electric Scooter Online: A Simple Six-Step Guide to Place Your Order

The anticipated arrival of the Ola electric scooter is drawing near. As the company prepares to commence operations at its production facility, Ola Electric has now made available the option to book its first electric scooter, rumored to bear the name Ola Series S. To simplify the reservation process for interested buyers, Ola Electric has set the booking price at a modest Rs 499. Initially, a surge in online traffic hindered many individuals from completing their reservations, but Ola has resolved the issue. If you're eager to claim your very own Ola Series S, follow the steps outlined below to secure your reservation.

Steps to Reserve the Ola Series S:

1. Visit olaelectric.com and select the 'Reserve for Rs 499' button.

2. Enter your mobile number, complete the captcha verification, and click/tap 'Next'.

3. Input the received OTP on your mobile device and click/tap 'Next'.

4. A new dialogue box titled 'Total Payable – Rs 499' will appear, offering three payment options: Debit/Credit card, UPI, and Netbanking.

5. Choose your preferred payment method to be redirected to the payment gateway.

6. Once payment is successfully processed, customers will receive their order ID and other pertinent details via SMS or email, using the provided contact information.

Refund and Order Transfer Details:

Should a buyer have a change of heart after making a reservation, they have the option to cancel the order. The reservation amount is fully refundable and will be returned to the customer's original mode of payment within seven to ten working days. Furthermore, buyers have the liberty to transfer their booking to another individual by sending an email to [email protected] with the request.

Variants, Colors, Specifications, and Charging:

The Ola electric scooter is expected to be offered in three variations: the Ola Series S, Ola S1, and the top-of-the-line Ola S1 Pro. A range of color options, including matte black, matte pink, and matte sky blue, are anticipated. Buyers will have the opportunity to choose their preferred color and variant at a later stage. Ola Electric has also disclosed that the scooter can be charged using a standard 5A socket or at one of its 'Hypercharger' charging stations, which are currently being established in over 100 cities and will eventually expand to cover more than 400 cities.

Image: The Ola electric scooter is said to boast exceptional acceleration and range figures.

Ola Electric has previously emphasized that their electric scooter will offer unparalleled acceleration. While it's unclear which competitors Ola considers to be its rivals, it's worth noting that the Ather 450X, currently the fastest-accelerating e-scooter in India, takes 3.3 seconds to go from 0 to 40 kph and 6.5 seconds to reach 0 to 60 kph. On the other hand, the lower-spec Ather 450 Plus achieves 0-40 kph in 3.9 seconds and 0-60 kph in 8.29 seconds.

Additionally, the Ola electric scooter boasts the biggest storage space in its category, with the capacity to accommodate two half-face helmets. Its certified range is expected to exceed 100 kilometers.

As for its design, the Ola electric scooter adopts a minimalist approach, free from extravagant embellishments and intricate details. The twin-LED headlight is encircled by a stylish DRL ring, while the apron features sleek turn indicators. It incorporates a sleek, single-sided telescopic front suspension, a horizontally fitted rear shock absorber, and front and rear disc brakes. The pillion foot pegs seamlessly integrate into the scooter's bodywork, complemented by a robust pillion grab handle and a clear-lens tail-light.

The Ola electric scooter distinguishes itself with its 12-inch black alloy wheels.

While Ola has not disclosed further specifics, it is anticipated that the electric scooter will feature a 7.0-inch TFT color display with an Android operating system. This display will offer built-in navigation, onboard diagnostics, and various infotainment functions.

In February, Ola Electric initiated the construction of its advanced EV manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu. This plant, which is currently in Phase 1 of development, is set to become the largest two-wheeler production facility globally, spanning an impressive 500 acres of land. Ola Electric anticipates employing 3,000 AI-powered robots within this facility.

The launch of Ola's electric scooter is just around the corner, with the company entering the final stages of preparations.

As of July, Ola's facility has an annual production capacity of two million vehicles, projected to increase to ten million vehicles by 2022. By then, Ola Electric envisions producing a brand-new two-wheeler every two seconds across ten production lines. Furthermore, Ola Electric intends to venture into the production of electric four-wheelers and plans to expand its product reach into international markets.