Hyundai Motor India and Maruti Suzuki India have emerged as key drivers behind India’s record vehicle export performance, helping the country achieve its highest-ever automobile shipment volumes amid rising global demand for made-in-India passenger vehicles.
Industry data showed that passenger vehicle exports from India recorded strong growth during the latest financial year, supported by increasing overseas demand across regions including Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. Hyundai Motor India and Maruti Suzuki together accounted for a substantial share of the country’s outbound vehicle shipments.
Hyundai Motor India continued to maintain a strong export presence through its manufacturing base in Chennai, shipping models to more than 80 international markets. The company benefited from sustained demand for compact SUVs and hatchbacks, which remain popular in emerging markets.
Maruti Suzuki also reported robust export growth, aided by expanding global acceptance of models manufactured at its Gujarat and Haryana plants. The automaker has been steadily increasing exports to regions such as Africa, the Gulf, and Latin America while strengthening partnerships with overseas distributors.
Industry experts noted that India’s growing competitiveness in automobile manufacturing, improved port connectivity, and government support for exports have contributed to the sector’s rising global profile. Competitive production costs, strong component sourcing networks, and improved product quality have further supported export momentum.
Automobile exports are expected to remain on a growth trajectory as Indian manufacturers continue expanding production capacity and introducing globally compliant models tailored for overseas markets. The latest milestone reinforces India’s position as an increasingly important export hub in the global automotive supply chain.