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For decades, diesel tractors have been the backbone of Indian agriculture, powering everything from land preparation and sowing to transportation and harvesting. However, as fuel prices continue to fluctuate, labour costs rise, and sustainability becomes a growing priority, electric tractors are beginning to emerge as a viable alternative.

Qatar is set to establish its first electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing plant through a long-term strategic partnership between JTA International Investment Holding and WATT Electric Vehicle Company. The two companies will jointly develop a new generation of electric vehicles specifically designed for the Gulf region. The initiative is aimed at creating a new local EV manufacturing capability while supporting Qatar’s ambitions in advanced manufacturing, innovation and sustainable mobility.

According to Precedence Research, the global automotive composites market size accounted for USD 10.50 billion in 2025 and is predicted to increase from USD 11.82 billion in 2026 to approximately USD 34.25 billion by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 12.55% from 2026 to 2035. By resin type, the thermoset composites segment contributed the highest market share of 61% in 2025. By resin type, the thermoplastic composites segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 14.8% between 2026 and 2035.

JTA International Investment Holding (JTA) and WATT Electric Vehicle Company (WATT) announced a landmark long-term strategic partnership to establish Qatar’s first electric vehicle manufacturing plant and jointly design, engineer and manufacture a new generation of electric vehicles specifically developed for the Gulf region.

Waaree Transpower, a subsidiary of Waaree Energies, has secured an order worth approximately ₹160 crore from a global energy storage technology and solutions provider. The order covers the supply of 8.3 MVA Medium Voltage (MV) Skids for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) applications, strengthening the company’s presence in the growing global energy storage market. The order marks an important development for Waaree Transpower’s global business and export operations.

BikeWo Green Tech has signed a MoU with Hala Mobility to explore the deployment and management of electric vehicle (EV) fleets, with a proposed Phase I deployment of approximately 1,000 electric vehicles and a strategic intent to scale the deployment to approximately 10,000 vehicles over the next three years. The collaboration brings together BikeWo’s growing capabilities across electric mobility and fleet operations with Hala Mobility’s participation in the mobility ecosystem.

Karnataka has strengthened its position in India’s electric mobility sector by becoming the country’s second-largest state in terms of installed electric vehicle charging stations. According to data from the Ministry of Heavy Industries, the state had 6,805 EV charging stations as of July 29, 2026, placing it just behind Maharashtra. Maharashtra currently leads the country with 6,985 EV charging stations, giving it a narrow lead of 180 stations over Karnataka.

Wärtsilä has been recognised among the world’s top 10 battery energy storage system (BESS) integrators in Wood Mackenzie’s inaugural Global BESS Integrator Comprehensive Ranking. The company is also the only European-headquartered player to feature in the global top 10, highlighting its growing position in the international energy storage market. Wood Mackenzie’s 2026 ranking places Sungrow first, Tesla second and CATL third, while BYD ranks fourth.

At IFA Berlin, n+ will unveil a new Volkswagen Smart eBike engineered to be the world’s safest eBike. Bringing automotive-grade radar, camera and wearable safety technology to two wheels. Developed and produced by n+ under licence from Volkswagen, the eBike will be on public display, and available for test rides, at IFA Berlin from 4–8 September 2026, VW Stand Großen Stern SOM-201 and the Mobility Test Track.

BLive, India’s leading integrated commercial EV mobility platform, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, to deploy up to 1,000 Tata electric mini trucks through BLive PRIME, its franchise-owned commercial EV fleet programme. The planned rollout is part of the company’s strategy to build scale in India’s fast-growing Cargo EV segment and accelerate the electrification of last-mile and intra-city logistics.