Ola Electric Unveils Indigenous 46100 LFP Cell to Advance Electric Mobility Goals
Ola Electric Mobility Ltd announced the readiness of its self-developed Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) cell on April 7, 2026. This development is positioned as a key milestone in the company's commitment to accelerating electric mobility and establishing a comprehensive energy ecosystem.The new 46100 format LFP cell was developed as part of Ola's vertically integrated battery innovation initiatives. The company noted that this cell is larger than the existing NMC 4680 Bharat Cell, representing a significant advancement in terms of scale, cost efficiency, and usability for both mobility and energy storage applications. The 46100 LFP cell is slated to begin entering Ola's product range in the next quarter.
This announcement coincides with the ongoing progress at the Ola Electric Gigafactory, where thousands of vehicles utilizing the 4680 Bharat Cells are already operating on Indian roads, accumulating millions of kilometers of real-world usage. This on-road validation highlights the dependability and performance of Ola's native cell technology and demonstrates the company's growing capability in large-scale battery manufacturing within India.
The operational scale of the company's manufacturing capabilities is also noted, with the Ola Gigafactory currently having a capacity of 2.5 GWh and undergoing expansion towards a 6 GWh capacity.
According to an Ola Electric Spokesperson, the readiness of the LFP 46100 cell is viewed as pivotal for building India's advanced EV and energy ecosystem. This achievement, combined with the strong progress at the Gigafactory and the demonstrated performance of the 4680 cells, underscores the company's dedication to self-reliance, innovation, and scale. The introduction of LFP chemistry is anticipated to accelerate EV adoption by contributing to vehicle cost reductions and establishing a strong foundation for future battery storage solutions.
Ola Electric continues to pursue mass EV adoption in India by implementing customer-focused strategies. These efforts include affordability programs, service guarantees, buyback assurances, and passing on government incentives, such as PLI benefits, directly to customers.
The company stated that through continued improvements across cell technology, manufacturing processes, and customer experience, Ola Electric is building not only electric vehicles but also the complete energy stack necessary to move forward with its End ICE Age vision.
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