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Gujarat Dy CM Harsh Sanghavi & Gujarat MoS Shri Kaushik Vekariya laucnhes Oben Rorr Evo in Ahmedabad

Oben Electric targets 15 Showrooms Across State by FY27

  • Expansion follows robust demand for the newly launched Oben Rorr Evo, which crossed 25,000 bookings within 15 days of launch
  • Ahmedabad contributed nearly 30% of overall Rorr Evo booking in Gujarat
  • Rorr Evo deliveries to begin from June 2026; introductory ₹99,999 (ex-showroom) pricing remains available through the live online payment portal

Ahmedabad, June 02, 2026: Oben Electric, India’s fastest-growing R&D-driven electric motorcycle manufacturer, today unveiled the newly launched Oben Rorr Evo in Ahmedabad in the presence of Shri Kaushik Vekariya, Minister of State, Law & Judiciary, Energy & Petrochemicals, and Legislative & Parliamentary Affairs, Government of Gujarat, reinforcing the state’s growing significance in India’s electric mobility transition and Oben Electric’s long-term commitment to one of the country’s fastest-growing EV markets.Riding on this momentum, the company plans to expand its retail footprint across Gujarat to 15 showrooms by FY27, strengthening access to electric motorcycles, after-sales service and ownership support across one of India’s fastest-growing EV markets.

The expansion comes as Gujarat continues to witness growing adoption of electric mobility, supported by increasing consumer awareness, a rapidly evolving EV ecosystem and rising demand for performance-oriented electric motorcycles. Oben Electric views the state as a key strategic market in its national growth journey and plans to further strengthen its presence across major cities including Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot, Gandhinagar and Mehsana.

Ahmedabad has emerged as a key market for Oben Electric, contributing nearly 30% of total Rorr Evo bookings from Gujarat. Reflecting growing confidence in both the electric motorcycle category and Oben Electric’s product proposition, the company has also received over 500 dealer enquiries from Gujarat in the last 30 days, highlighting the significant opportunity for EV growth across the state.

During the launch Shri Kaushik Vekariya, Minister of State, Law & Judiciary, Energy & Petrochemicals, and Legislative & Parliamentary Affairs, Government of Gujarat affirmed “We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Oben Electric on the launch of its 100% Made-in-India electric motorcycle. This milestone reflects the vision of our Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, to promote indigenous manufacturing and accelerate India’s transition towards sustainable mobility.  Our state’s respected Minister of State for Home Affairs, respected Harshbhai Sanghavi Saheb, has also extended his best wishes also sent his best wishes to the brand. We are confident that Oben Electric will play a significant role in advancing the electric vehicle revolution in India. We believe that in the coming years, the popularity of this Made-in-India electric motorcycle will grow not only across Gujarat but throughout the nation, contributing to a cleaner, greener, and self-reliant India.”

Speaking on the development, Madhumita Agrawal, Founder & CEO, Oben Electric, said, “Gujarat is emerging as one of the most promising markets for electric mobility in India, driven by increasing consumer awareness, a rapidly evolving EV ecosystem and growing acceptance of electric motorcycles. The strong response to the Oben Rorr Evo in Ahmedabad and across the state reinforces our belief that Gujarat will play a significant role in Oben Electric’s growth journey. As demand for performance electric motorcycles continues to rise, we remain committed to building a robust retail and service ecosystem that delivers a dependable and future-ready ownership experience for customers across the state.”

Highlighting Oben Electric’s focus on indigenous technology development and manufacturing, Gaurav VK Singhvi, Managing Partner, Avinya Ventures &Co-Founder of We Founder Circle and an early investor in Oben Electric, said, “Oben Electric exemplifies the true spirit of Make in India. At a time when much of the industry relies on imported technology and components, Oben has invested in building core EV technologies, manufacturing capabilities and intellectual property in-house. This commitment to indigenous innovation not only strengthens India’s EV ecosystem but also demonstrates that world-class products can be designed, engineered and manufactured in India for Indian consumers. As an early investor, it is encouraging to see the company continue scaling while staying true to its engineering-first approach.”

The response to the newly launched Oben Rorr Evo marks one of the fastest early booking ramp-ups seen in India’s electric motorcycle segment.Rorr Evo deliveries are scheduled to commence from June 2026, while customers can continue availing the introductory ₹99,999 (ex-showroom) pricing through the live online payment portal.

Priced at an introductory ₹99,999 (ex-showroom) for the first 10,000 customers and ₹1,24,999 (ex-showroom) thereafter, the newly launched Rorr Evo delivers a premium performance package that stands ahead of its segment. The motorcycle is powered by Oben Electric’s proprietary IPMSM motor producing 9 kW peak power. The motor is heavy rare-earth-free, IP68 certified, and 40% more compact than the previous generation while delivering 20% higher power and 250 Nm of wheel torque.

The Rorr Evo comes equipped with a 3.4 kWh LFP battery offering aclaimed range of 180 km, acceleration from 0–40 km/h in 3 seconds, and a top speed of 110 km/h. The motorcycle supports fast charging from 0–80% in 90 minutes and is backed by an 8-year battery warranty. Designed to balance performance with everyday practicality, the motorcycle offers the segment’s longest seat along with 10 litres of storage space. It also features SmartIQ™, Oben Electric’s AI-driven ride optimisation technology capable of improving range efficiency by up to 15%. Additional features include a 5-inch colour TFT display, OTA updates, turn-by-turn navigation, geo-fencing, remote immobilisation, and fall detection with emergency SOS enabled through Oben’s proprietary ARGUS connected technology platform.

Supporting its rapid nationwide growth, Oben Electric currently operates through 150+ showrooms and dedicated service centres across 100+ cities in over 18 states, with plans to add another 200 exclusive showrooms across India by FY27. The company operates a vertically integrated manufacturing facility in Bengaluru with an annual production capacity of 1 lakh motorcycles.

Oben Electric designs and manufactures all critical EV components in-house, including LFP batteries, motors, vehicle control units (VCUs), chargers, and proprietary software systems, enabling stronger quality control, improved reliability, and faster innovation cycles. Every Oben Electric outlet is supported by dedicated service centres under Oben Care, which maintains an industry-leading Customer Satisfaction Score (CSAT) of 91%, reinforcing the company’s focus on customer experience and long-term ownership confidence.

About Oben Electric:

Oben Electric is an R&D-driven electric motorcycle organization founded in August 2020 that specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing performance electric motorcycles and all its critical EV components in-house, here in India. The company operates a 3.5-acre manufacturing facility in Bengaluru with an annual production capacity of 1 lakh units. Backed by a team of passionate technologists with over 25 years of collective hands-on experience in EV R&D, Oben Electric is driven by the vision of “Design in India for the World”.

The company has been at the forefront of transforming the electric two-wheeler landscape in India by introducing several groundbreaking initiatives. Oben Electric pioneers the use of advanced battery chemistry, such as LFP, in electric two-wheelers, offering enhanced safety, longer range, and cleaner operation compared to other widely used battery chemistries. Additionally, the company holds more than 25 patents for its proprietary technology and EV components.

As an early entrant in the electric motorcycle market, Oben Electric is leading the adoption of electric motorcycles in India, which happens to be the world’s largest motorcycle market. The company aims to become the largest electric motorcycle OEM globally and their vision is to revolutionize the industry by providing cutting-edge electric mobility solutions that cater to the diverse needs of riders.

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