EV start-up introduces pothole alerts on its bikes - The HinduPublished - July 30, 2026 12:32 am IST - BengaluruThe feature leverages data generated by Ather’s connected scooter fleet to warn riders about potholes, broken road sections, uneven surfaces and speed breakers ahead while navigating. | Photo Credit: File photoAther Energy, a city-based EV start-up, has introduced Pothole+ Alerts for its customers who own Gen2 scooters such as Ather 450 Apex, 450X and Rizta Z.The feature leverages data generated by Ather’s connected scooter fleet to warn riders about potholes, broken road sections, uneven surfaces and speed breakers ahead while navigating, claimed the company.Announcing the rollout, Ather co-founder and CEO Tarun Mehta said the feature had been nearly nine years in the making. “The challenge was never the idea. It was the data,” he said. He explained that building the feature required a large connected fleet travelling the same roads over time, allowing Ather to generate the scale of fleet intelligence needed to accurately identify road conditions.Alerts would be displayed on the dashboard of the scooter and would also be delivered through its scooter’s speakers to the rider over a bluetooth headset. The new feature is also equipped to suggest the riders the smoothest route before a ride begins.Published - July 30, 2026 12:32 am ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }