Ather Energy to Hold Third Community Day in August 2025

27 Jun 2025 CW Team

Ather Energy, India’s leading electric two-wheeler manufacturer, today announced that the third edition of its flagship community event, Ather Community Day, will be held towards the end of August 2025. The theme for the same this year will be "Technology that works like magic," and Ather will be showcasing its new scooter platform, EL, and concept vehicles at Community Day 2025.

This year’s Community Day will also see the launch of Ather’s next-generation fast chargers, and an upgraded version of its software stack, Ather Stack 7.0. The new EL platform, engineered to be versatile and cost-efficient, will enable Ather to expand its product lineup to cater to a wider range of customer needs, while the new fast charging solution will make charging quicker and more convenient.

Ather Community Day, which has become one of the most anticipated events by the brand, brings together thousands of Ather owners and enthusiasts from across the country. Last year’s Community Day, held on April 6, 2024, saw a significant turnout and marked key milestones with the launch of the Ather Rizta family scooter, the introduction of the Halo smart helmet, and the rollout of AtherStack 6.0.

More details about Ather Community Day 2025, including the exact dates and venue, will be shared in the coming weeks.

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