RACEnergy becomes first company to clear AIS-156 Phase 2 certification for swappable batteries in India

RACEnergy, the leading deep-tech battery swapping company, announced today that it has cleared the Automotive Industry Standard (AIS) 156 Phase 2 certification for its swappable batteries, one of the highest global standards for batteries. The tests were completed at Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), making RACEnergy the first battery swapping company to clear the new certification requirements.  The new certification is mandated by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways to ensure the safety and performance standards of electric vehicles (EVs) on Indian roads. It is a considerable leap from AIS 048 regarding safety procedures for thermal, mechanical, and electrical performances. The AIS-156 Phase 2 certification covers requirements for designing, constructing, and testing battery packs. It also verifies that RACEnergy's swappable battery technology meets the highest safety standards, boosting consumers' confidence. RACEnergy's Co-Founder, Arun Sreyas, said, "Our batteries will ensure the safety of EVs on Indian roads, which is crucial for the continued growth of the EV market. As we strive to increase consumer confidence in EV adoption, we remain dedicated to implementing the highest safety standards in all our products and services. The battery packs are also mandatorily IP67 compliant, making it resistant to water and dust ingression, making it