Jaipur Man Buys EV Scooter Worth Over Rs 1 Lakh, Pays The Entire Amount In Rs 10 Coins!

A resident of Jaipur, Rajasthan, recently acquired ownership of an Ather 450 Electric Scooter, which comes within a price range of Rs 1,09,947 to Rs 1,44,871 (ex-showroom).

You must be wondering why this is news. Well, this particular purchase is grabbing eyeballs because of its unusual mode of payment. The buyer paid the entire amount in Rs 10 coins!

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As per a report by Mint, he footed over Rs 1,10,000 in Rs 10 coins much to the amusement of the CEO.

Ather CEO Shared The Image Of The Proud Owner And His Rs 10 Coins Payment On The Table

Ather Energy CEO Tarun Mehta shared an exciting update on social media, revealing a picture of the latest Ather 450 owner receiving the keys. In his tweet, Mehta expressed enthusiasm, stating, "A new Ather owner in Jaipur just made the purchase using only 10 Rupee coins!" The accompanying photo depicted several pouches containing Rs 10 coins neatly arranged on a table.

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Although Mehta did not specify the precise Ather 450 series model acquired by the individual in Jaipur, the Bengaluru-headquartered electric vehicle startup provides three variants within the series ¨C Ather 450Apex, Ather 450X, and Ather 450S. The pricing for these models falls in the range of around Rs 1.10 lakh to Rs 1.45 lakh (effective ex-showroom price in Jaipur), with the potential on-road cost reaching Rs 1.75 lakh.

About Ather Energy

Ather Energy is an Indian electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer based in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was founded in 2013 by Tarun Mehta and Swapnil Jain. Ather Energy is known for designing and manufacturing electric scooters with a focus on innovative technology, performance, and sustainability.

One of their notable products is the Ather 450 series, which includes models like Ather 450Apex, Ather 450X, and Ather 450S. These electric scooters are designed to provide a smooth and efficient riding experience, and they come equipped with features such as touchscreen displays, navigation, and smart connectivity.

Ather Energy

Ather Energy has played a significant role in promoting electric mobility in India and has contributed to the growing market for electric scooters. The company aims to create a sustainable and intelligent electric mobility ecosystem, offering not only electric vehicles but also charging infrastructure and related services.

New Launches Of Ather

In addition to its current offerings, Ather Energy is preparing for the release of its upcoming electric scooter, the Rizta, aimed at urban consumers prioritizing practicality over performance. The anticipated Ather Rizta is projected to showcase a sophisticated design, generous seating for two, LED lighting, a fully digital display panel, a roomy footboard, various riding modes, and a front disc brake, among other features and amenities.

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