India’s automobile industry is one of the largest in the world. It manufactures 25 million vehicles annually, out of which over 3.5 million are exported to other countries. In the year 2019, India’s automobile exports grew 14.5% and is poised to grow at a CAGR of 3.05% during 2016-2026. Initiatives taken by the Indian Government and automobile players are driving the country’s automobile industry to new heights. With this consistent growth, India is expected to emerge as the third-largest automobile market in the world in terms of volume by 2026.

India has established its position in the heavy vehicle arena as the largest tractor manufacturer, second-largest bus manufacturer, and third-largest heavy truck manufacturer in the world. In India, the sale of passenger vehicles has also experienced a rise by 2.7%, two-wheelers by 4.86%, and three-wheelers by 10.27% during 2018-2019. The overall commercial vehicles segment marked a growth of 17.6% in April-March 2019. Since 100% FDI is allowed under automatic route now, the sector is expected to grow even more in the future. India’s automobile industry attracted $22.4 billion in FDI during April 2000-2019, which is 5.1% of the total FDI inflows.

India’s USD 74 billion automobile industry poised to hit the USD 300 billion mark by 2026

India registered an annual production of 29.08 million in 2018 as compared to 25.33 billion in 2017 at a healthy growth rate of 14.8%. The sector is expected to reach 135 billion by 2020 and 300 billion by 2026 at a CAGR of 15%.

The sub-sector’s contribution to the overall market in 2017-18:

• Two-Wheeler: 81%
• Passenger vehicles: 13%
• Three-Wheeler: 3%
• Commercial vehicles: 3%

Growth drivers

• Growing income

3 times increase in household income from $6,393 in 2010 to $ 18,448 in 2020.

• Youngest nation by 2025

India will become the youngest by 2025 with an average age of 25 years.

• Vehicle penetration

72 vehicles per 1000 people by 2025

• Growing robust R&D hub

India accounts for 40% of total and $31 billion of global engineering and R&D spend.

The growth of India’s automobile industry is supported by various key factors such as availability of skilled labour at low cost, robust R&D centers, and low cost steel production. The sector offers lucrative opportunities for companies planning to invest in the industry. Contact Tecnova to expand your business to India with top India entry strategies and services.

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