Global auto parts makers turn to India for engineering

Components majors such as Tenneco are expanding their manufacturing footprint in India

- Ayaan Kartik

The push comes as India finalizes FTAs with major economies, including EU and the US, a policy pivot expected to ease technological partnerships.

(Bloomberg)

India is emerging as an engineering base for global components majors such as Tenneco Inc., BorgWarner Inc., and Valeo SE, which are expanding their manufacturing footprint in the country.

Indian engineering teams are increasingly working alongside counterparts in the US and Europe to develop advanced vehicle technologies, including new suspension systems, advanced driver assistance systems (Adas) and electric vehicle (EV) components, according to top executives.

The push comes as India finalizes free trade agreements (FTAs) with major economies, including the European Union (EU) and the US, a policy pivot expected to ease technological partnerships. It also coincides with strong domestic momentum, as the world’s fastest-growing major economy and third-largest automobile market sees rising demand fuelling sectoral growth.