Matter Motor Works, the innovator behind the Aera 5000+, India’s first geared electric motorcycle, has achieved a significant milestone in the technology sector. The company was awarded the Best Patent Portfolio (2020–2025) at the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Industrial Intellectual Property Awards 2025.
In addition to this top honor, Matter was recognized as one of the Top 30 IP-Driven Organizations in India. This dual recognition highlights the company’s commitment to high-quality, original engineering and consistent intellectual property development over the last five years.
A Strong Foundation of Innovation
Matter’s intellectual property strategy is built on solving real-world engineering challenges specifically for Indian road and climate conditions. To date, the company has:
- Filed over 400 patent applications.
- Secured 96 granted patents, with expectations to cross the 100-patent mark shortly.
- Developed core EV technologies in-house rather than relying on licensed or adapted solutions.
Key Areas of Technological Achievement
The award-winning patent portfolio covers a wide range of critical electric vehicle components and manufacturing processes. Key innovations include:
- Manual Transmission for EVs: Gearbox technologies that enabled the world’s first electric motorcycle with a manual transmission.
- Advanced Cooling Systems: Powertrain cooling solutions engineered to handle high thermal loads.
- Energy Management: In-house developed battery management systems and onboard charging solutions.
- Automation in Manufacturing: Specialized manufacturing technologies designed for scalability and precision.
This is the second consecutive year that Matter Motor Works has been recognized by the CII, following a previous award for its growing patent portfolio in 2024.
Leadership Perspectives
The leadership team at Matter emphasizes that their IP journey is rooted in ground-up engineering. Founder and Group CEO Mohal Lalbhai stated that every patent represents years of hands-on problem-solving for real Indian conditions. Group CTO Kumar Prasad Telikepalli noted that the focus is on translating strong ideas into scalable, real-world products. Group COO Arun Pratap Singh added that their strategy is driven by long-term product thinking and real-world impact rather than just patent numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which award did Matter Motor Works win in 2025? Matter Motor Works won the “Best Patent Portfolio (2020–2025)” award at the CII Industrial Intellectual Property Awards 2025.
How many patents does Matter Motor Works have? The company has filed over 400 patent applications and has been granted 96 patents so far.
What is the flagship product of Matter Motor Works? The company’s flagship product is the Aera 5000+, which is India’s first geared electric motorcycle.
Why is Matter’s IP portfolio unique? Their portfolio is unique because it focuses on in-house developed technologies, such as manual transmissions for electric motorcycles and specialized thermal management systems designed for Indian conditions.
Where is Matter Motor Works headquartered? The company is headquartered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.
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