Suraj Kadam

News at Glance *27 GW* of solar capacity was added in the first half of the year, Mercom India Research reported. The additions mark a record pace for India’s solar market during the six-month period. The surge highlights accelerating deployment and increasing focus on grid upgrades and storage solutions. Record H1 Build-Out Puts Focus on […]

News at Glance Consumer interest in EVs has increased in several markets after a recent Gulf oil supply disruption, industry observers say. Automakers and dealers report shifts in enquiries and order patterns, prompting temporary changes to incentives and inventory allocation. Policy and infrastructure gaps remain as a barrier to sustained EV adoption despite short-term demand […]

News at Glance Tiago EV waiting period reaches up to 24 weeks for orders placed as of August 2026. Punch EV delivery timelines also extend up to 24 weeks amid higher-than-expected demand. Extended waits reflect production and supply-chain pressures rather than a company-wide sales halt. Inventory Shortfalls Cited As Lead Time Peaks For Popular EV […]

News at Glance *Xiaomi SU7 surpassed 500,000 deliveries*, InsideEVs reports. *Milestone reached within months of volume deliveries*, signalling fast production ramp-up. *Achievement underscores Xiaomi’s rapid entry into the EV market and growing consumer uptake.* SU7 Tops Half-Million Deliveries, Per InsideEVs Xiaomi’s first production electric vehicle has reportedly crossed a significant delivery threshold, according to coverage […]

News at Glance *Pre-sales opened at 44,100 USD* for the Epicland X9 EREV. *74 kWh CATL battery* is fitted to the model. *465 km pure-electric range* is claimed for battery-only driving. 74 kWh CATL Pack Enables 465 km Battery Range Epicland has launched pre-sales for its X9 EREV with an initial price point of 44,100 […]

News at Glance Maharashtra has introduced toll exemptions for electric vehicles, according to local reports, aiming to reduce running costs for EV owners. The state is reported to offer residential charging support to ease installation of home chargers, including in apartment buildings where access can be limited. Measures are intended to accelerate EV uptake and […]

News at Glance Mahindra Last Mile Mobility Limited has sold over 4 lakh electric vehicles in India, the company reported. It is the first commercial vehicle manufacturer in India to reach the 4 lakh EV sales milestone. The milestone highlights accelerating fleet electrification in last-mile and light commercial segments across Indian cities and towns. 400,000 […]

News at Glance *Indonesia has set a 30 GW solar target for 2026, Enerdata reported. *The country is pursuing a long-term ambition of 100 GW of solar capacity overall. *The plan raises questions about investment, grid integration and deployment pathways. 30 GW 2026 Target Aims Rapid Capacity Build-Out Indonesia is planning a significant short-term expansion […]

News at Glance China’s solar exports fell 21.4% in July, reflecting a notable month-on-month decline. Softening external demand and inventory pressures are commonly cited drivers for shipment volatility in the sector. Implications for global projects include potential price adjustments and shifts in procurement timing for developers and traders. July Slump Highlights Cooling Global Demand for […]

News at Glance Capgemini examines vehicle-mounted photovoltaics, fleet solutions and solar-charged infrastructure as complementary approaches to increase renewable energy use in mobility. Report highlights technical limits such as limited roof area, energy density and integration costs that currently constrain range and payload impact. Software, fleet-level optimisation and aligned policy are identified as key enablers to […]