Engines On, Eyes Forward—Hyundai Begins Talegaon Push Toward EV Future

Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) has officially begun production of passenger vehicle engines at its newly acquired Talegaon plant in Maharashtra, marking a major step in its expansion strategy. The facility, formerly owned by General Motors, is now being transformed into a key manufacturing hub to support Hyundai’s growing demand in both domestic and export markets.

 

Key Highlights:

 

Production Begins: Engine manufacturing has commenced ahead of full vehicle assembly, which is expected to start by the end of 2025.
 

Capacity Goals: The Talegaon plant will initially produce 1.7 lakh units annually, with plans to scale up to 2.5 lakh units by 2028, pushing Hyundai’s total India capacity beyond 1 million units per year.
 

EV-Ready Facility: Hyundai aims to make the plant flexible for both internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric vehicle (EV) production, aligning with its long-term sustainability goals.
 

Tech-Driven Operations: The plant will adopt global best practices from Hyundai’s South Korean operations, including AI, IoT, and Industry 4.0 technologies to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
 

Strategic Investment: Hyundai has committed ₹6,000 crore to upgrade the Talegaon facility, reinforcing its position as India’s second-largest carmaker by volume.

 

This move not only boosts Hyundai’s manufacturing footprint but also signals its intent to make India a central hub for innovation and global exports.

 

Sources: Economic Times Auto, Autocar India, ETAuto