Solar Vehicle Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (Two Wheelers, Three Wheelers), By Battery (Lithium Ion, Lead Acid), By Solar Panel, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030

Solar Vehicle Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (Two Wheelers, Three Wheelers), By Battery (Lithium Ion, Lead Acid), By Solar Panel, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030


Solar Vehicle Market Size & Trends

The global solar vehicle market size was estimated at USD 0.46 billion in 2023 and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 27.7% from 2024 to 2030. Solar vehicles use the energy from the sun by converting it into energy. The market is driven by the demand for sustainable transportation, growing technological advancements in solar technology, and supportive regulatory frameworks that deter consumers from using traditional fuel-based vehicles. Key market players are actively working to make solar vehicles cost-effective, further propelling their adoption in the market.

The market is experiencing robust growth driven by the increasing demand for sustainable transportation solutions. Rising environmental concerns and the global push for reducing carbon footprints have led to heightened consumer awareness and preference for eco-friendly vehicles. Additionally, the cost savings associated with solar energy compared to traditional fuels are encouraging both consumers and businesses to adopt solar-powered vehicles.

Technological innovation plays a crucial role in propelling the market forward. Companies are developing advanced solar panels with higher energy conversion efficiency, lightweight materials, and integrated energy storage systems. These innovations not only enhance the performance and reliability of solar vehicles but also make them more accessible and appealing to a broader audience, driving market expansion.

The regulatory landscape is significantly contributing to the growing adoption of solar vehicles. Governments worldwide are implementing supportive policies, incentives, and subsidies to promote renewable energy usage in transportation. Initiatives such as tax rebates, grants for research and development, and stringent emission regulations are encouraging manufacturers and consumers to invest in solar vehicles, thereby boosting market growth.

Despite the growth potential, the market faces challenges such as the limited efficiency of current solar panel technology and the dependency on weather conditions. These limitations can impact the performance and reliability of solar vehicles, especially in regions with less sunlight. To mitigate these issues, companies are investing in research to develop more efficient solar cells and hybrid systems that can use alternative energy sources when solar power is insufficient.

Global Solar Vehicle Market Report Segmentation

The report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2030. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global solar vehicle market report based on type, battery, solar panel, and region.
  • Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
  • Two Wheelers
  • Three Wheelers
  • Passenger Cars
  • Commercial Cars
  • Battery Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
  • Lithium Ion
  • Lead Acid
  • Others
  • Solar Panel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
  • Monocrystalline Solar Panel
  • Polycrystalline Solar Panel
  • Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
  • North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Middle East & Africa (MEA)
  • UAE
  • Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)
  • South Africa
Please note The report will be delivered in 4-8 business days upon order notification.


Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
1.2. Market Definitions
1.3. Research Methodology
1.3.1. Information Procurement
1.3.2. Information or Data Analysis
1.3.3. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
1.3.4. Data Validation & Publishing
1.4. Research Scope and Assumptions
1.4.1. List of Data Sources
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. Market Outlook
2.2. Segmental Outlook
2.3. Competitive Landscape Snapshot
Chapter 3. Market Variables, Trends, and Scope
3.1. Market Introduction/Lineage Outlook
3.2. Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.3. Market Dynamics
3.3.1. Market Driver Impact Analysis
3.3.2. Market Challenge Impact Analysis
3.3.3. Market Opportunity Impact Analysis
3.4. Solar Vehicle Market Analysis Tools
3.4.1. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.4.1.1. Bargaining power of the suppliers
3.4.1.2. Bargaining power of the buyers
3.4.1.3. Threats of substitution
3.4.1.4. Threats from new entrants
3.4.1.5. Competitive rivalry
3.4.2. PESTEL Analysis
3.4.2.1. Political landscape
3.4.2.2. Economic and Social landscape
3.4.2.3. Technological landscape
3.4.2.4. Environmental landscape
3.4.2.5. Legal landscape
Chapter 4. Solar Vehicle Market: Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
4.1. Segment Dashboard
4.2. Solar Vehicle Market: Type Movement Analysis, USD Million, 2023 & 2030
4.3. Two Wheelers
4.3.1. Two Wheelers Markets Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
4.4. Three Wheelers
4.4.1. Three Wheelers Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
4.5. Passenger Cars
4.5.1. Passenger Cars Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
4.6. Commercial Cars
4.6.1. Commercial Cars Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 5. Solar Vehicle Market: Battery Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Solar Vehicle Market: Battery Movement Analysis, USD Million, 2023 & 2030
5.3. Lithium-Ion
5.3.1. Lithium-Ion Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.4. Lead Acid
5.4.1. Lead Acid Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.5. Others
5.5.1. Others Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 6. Solar Vehicle Market: Solar Panel Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Solar Vehicle Market: Solar Panel Movement Analysis, USD Million, 2023 & 2030
6.3. Monocrystalline Solar Panel
6.3.1. Monocrystalline Solar Panel Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
6.4. Polycrystalline Solar Panel
6.4.1. Polycrystalline Solar Panel Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 7. Solar Vehicle Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. Solar Vehicle Market Share, By Region, 2023 & 2030, USD Million
7.2. North America
7.2.1. North America solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.2. U.S.
7.2.2.1. U.S. solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.3. Canada
7.2.3.1. Canada solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.4. Mexico
7.2.4.1. Mexico solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3. Europe
7.3.1. Europe solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2. UK
7.3.2.1. UK solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3. Germany
7.3.3.1. Germany solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.4. France
7.3.4.1. France solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4. Asia Pacific
7.4.1. Asia Pacific solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.2. China
7.4.2.1. China solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.3. India
7.4.3.1. India solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.4. Japan
7.4.4.1. Japan solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.5. South Korea
7.4.5.1. South Korea solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.6. Australia
7.4.6.1. Australia solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.5. Latin America
7.5.1. Latin America solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.5.2. Brazil
7.5.2.1. Brazil solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6. Middle East & Africa
7.6.1. Middle East & Africa solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.2. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)
7.6.2.1. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.3. UAE
7.6.3.1. UAE solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.4. South Arica
7.6.4.1. South Africa solar vehicle market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 8. Competitive Landscape
8.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis by Key Market Participants
8.2. Company Categorization
8.3. Company Market Positioning
8.4. Company Market Share Analysis
8.5. Company Heat Map Analysis
8.6. Strategy Mapping
8.6.1. Expansion
8.6.2. Mergers & Acquisition
8.6.3. Partnerships & Collaborations
8.6.4. New Product Launches
8.6.5. Research And Development
8.7. Company Profiles
8.7.1. Lightyear
8.7.1.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.1.2. Financial Performance
8.7.1.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.1.4. Recent Developments
8.7.2. Sono Motors
8.7.2.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.2.2. Financial Performance
8.7.2.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.2.4. Recent Developments
8.7.3. Aptera Motors Corp.
8.7.3.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.3.2. Financial Performance
8.7.3.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.3.4. Recent Developments
8.7.4. Kandi America, Inc.
8.7.4.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.4.2. Financial Performance
8.7.4.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.4.4. Recent Developments
8.7.5. Squad Mobility B.V.
8.7.5.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.5.2. Financial Performance
8.7.5.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.5.4. Recent Developments
8.7.6. Tesla
8.7.6.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.6.2. Financial Performance
8.7.6.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.6.4. Recent Developments
8.7.7. Hyundai Motor Company
8.7.7.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.7.2. Financial Performance
8.7.7.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.7.4. Recent Developments
8.7.8. Fisker, Inc.
8.7.8.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.8.2. Financial Performance
8.7.8.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.8.4. Recent Developments
8.7.9. Cruise LLC
8.7.9.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.9.2. Financial Performance
8.7.9.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.9.4. Recent Developments
8.7.10. GENERAL MOTORS
8.7.10.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.10.2. Financial Performance
8.7.10.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.10.4. Recent Developments

Download our eBook: How to Succeed Using Market Research

Learn how to effectively navigate the market research process to help guide your organization on the journey to success.

Download eBook
Cookie Settings