Flipkart-backed Ather Energy, Sanmina to make components for EVs in Chennai

Sanmina will also exclusively make Ather's charging system, battery management systems and dashboard at its state-of-the-art unit in Chennai

Ather Energy, the smart electric two-wheeler start-up, has partnered with Sanmina Corporation. As part of the agreement, Sanmina will develop and manufacture key components designed by Ather for its maiden scooter – the Ather S340. Also, Sanmina will exclusively manufacture Ather’s charging system, battery management systems and dashboard at its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Chennai.

Ather Energy is backed by the founders of Flipkart, Tiger Global and Hero Motocorp.

With expertise in battery management systems and electric vehicles in a smart scooter like the S340, integrating the power circuits with each other, the onboard charger and the charging