Satish Sundaresan just took the helm at SUN Mobility, a company that has been quietly building the infrastructure that could make electric cars feel less like a tech experiment and more like a daily utility. Just a fact. He joins with 25 years of experience across automotive tech, software and electronics manufacturing.
Yet, under his leadership, SUN will double down on scaling production of smart batteries and quick‑interchange stations for both domestic and export markets. The company’s software platform will tie the whole system together, offering real‑time monitoring and logistics that could make swapping as seamless as refueling a diesel car.
Battery swapping remains a niche in India, but the government’s 30% EV penetration target by 2030 is turning the idea into a serious contender. Competitors like Ather, Tata, and EVGo are pushing their own nodes, and SUN is positioning itself as a platform that can be licensed to automakers.
Sundaresan says he will prioritize getting every battery and station to partners faster, more reliably and more affordably, while continuously advancing the tech so the platform stays flexible, cost‑effective and future‑ready. That means tighter supply chains, better quality control and a focus on modularity.
The next milestone on the roadmap is a commercial launch of the first batch of stations in 2026, with a phased rollout across Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru. Buyers should keep an eye on partnership announcements and pricing of the battery packs, which will determine the total cost of ownership.