Yazaki has commenced development of a 316,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Chengalpattu, Chennai, in partnership with Horizon Industrial Parks. The new unit will support Yazaki’s wire harness production operations for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in India and is expected to employ over 2,000 people. This plant marks Yazaki’s third facility developed in collaboration with […]
Apollo Tyres has appointed Rajeev Kumar Sinha as its Chief Manufacturing Officer. In this role, he will oversee global manufacturing operations, including strategy, plant management, industrial engineering, and the deployment of advanced manufacturing systems such as artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions. Sinha brings over 35 years of experience in operations and supply chain management […]
Bilstein Group has announced the establishment of Ferdinand Bilstein India Private Limited, its 23rd international subsidiary, to strengthen its presence in the Indian automotive aftermarket. According to a report by Autocar Professional, the subsidiary is set to officially commence operations on April 1, 2025. Ramachandra Puttanna has been appointed as Managing Director for the India […]
SANY India has unveiled the SKT130S, a diesel-electric hybrid mining dump truck with a 100-tonne payload capacity. The truck, manufactured at SANY’s facility in Pune, features a regenerative braking system that charges a high-voltage battery during downhill movement, improving energy efficiency. The SKT130S is equipped with a 925 kW engine and delivers a peak torque […]
Škoda Auto is expanding its international operations by supplying completely knocked-down (CKD) kits from its logistics hub in Pune, India, for local assembly in Vietnam. The company, in partnership with Thanh Cong Group, has commenced assembly of the Kushaq SUV, with production of the Slavia sedan scheduled to begin in the summer. The CKD kits […]
Tata AutoComp Systems Limited has signed definitive agreements to acquire up to 80% shareholding in Artifex Interior Systems Limited (formerly IAC UK) from Jaguar Land Rover Ventures Limited, a subsidiary of Jaguar Land Rover Automotive plc. The acquisition, which is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals, brings Artifex into Tata AutoComp’s portfolio. Artifex […]
Renault Group will acquire the remaining 51% stake in Renault Nissan Automotive India Private Ltd (RNAIPL) from Nissan, bringing its total ownership to 100%. The acquisition, expected to be completed by mid-2025, will allow Renault to expand its manufacturing operations in India while continuing to produce Nissan vehicles, including the New Nissan Magnite. Despite exiting […]
Pioneer Corporation has announced plans to begin manufacturing in-car products in India starting in 2026. This follows the establishment of a research and development (R&D) center in the country in 2023. The company stated that this move aims to strengthen its presence in the Indian automotive sector and improve service to local automakers. Production will […]
Maruti Suzuki India Limited has approved the construction of a third manufacturing plant at its Kharkhoda facility in Haryana. The plant will have an annual production capacity of up to 250,000 vehicles and represents an investment of INR 74.1 billion. The company stated in a regulatory filing that the expansion will be financed through internal […]
Tata AutoComp Systems Ltd has announced its plan to acquire International Automotive Components Group Sweden AB (IAC Sweden), a supplier of automotive interior systems. IAC Sweden has an estimated annual turnover of USD 800 million. The acquisition is subject to regulatory approval within the European Union. The acquisition is aimed at strengthening Tata AutoComp’s presence […]
