India’s electric vehicle (EV) landscape is charging ahead, and Mobis India is leading the way with the inauguration of its state-of-the-art EV battery assembly plant in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu. This strategic move not only strengthens India’s EV supply chain but also marks a significant step toward sustainable, locally manufactured electric mobility solutions.
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Mobis India Opens EV Battery Plant – All You Need to Know
Inside the Mobis India EV Battery Plant
Mobis India Limited, an affiliate of Hyundai Motor India Limited and a global automotive component supplier, has launched its EV Battery System Assembly (BSA) Plant adjacent to Hyundai’s car manufacturing facility. Spanning 8.15 acres, the plant boasts an initial capacity of 36,000 battery units per year, scalable up to 75,000 units to meet the surging demand for electric vehicles in India.
The facility is set to create 255 direct and indirect jobs, further supporting the local economy. The first vehicle to benefit from these high-performance, India-assembled battery packs will be the Hyundai Creta Electric, underscoring Hyundai’s commitment to localizing EV production.
Advanced Technology and Future-Ready Production
Currently, the plant assembles advanced NMC (Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt) battery packs, with plans to support LFP (Lithium-Iron-Phosphate) battery production soon. This flexibility ensures Mobis India can adapt to evolving battery technologies and market needs.
At the plant’s inauguration, T R B Rajaa, Tamil Nadu’s Minister for Industries, highlighted the facility’s role in advancing the state’s and the nation’s clean mobility ambitions. Park Ki Chul, Managing Director of Mobis India, called the plant “a strategic leap forward in supporting India’s transition to clean and sustainable mobility.”
Table: Mobis India EV Battery Plant at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu |
| Area | 8.15 acres |
| Initial Capacity | 36,000 units/year |
| Scalable Capacity | 75,000 units/year |
| Battery Types | NMC (current), LFP (upcoming) |
| First Vehicle Model | Hyundai Creta Electric |
| Jobs Created | 255 (direct and indirect) |
| Adjacent Facility | Hyundai Motor India car plant |
Conclusion
The launch of Mobis India’s EV battery assembly plant in Sriperumbudur is a milestone for India’s electric vehicle industry. By investing in advanced, scalable battery production and supporting local manufacturing, Mobis India is helping drive the nation’s transition to clean, sustainable mobility. As more automakers and suppliers follow suit, India’s vision of becoming a global EV hub is closer than ever.
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