Hyundai Motor India is eyeing a third manufacturing site that could bump its yearly output by 500,000 cars, a move that could shift the balance in an already crowded market.
The company is weighing sites in Maharashtra’s Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Gujarat’s Sanand, both chosen for their logistics links and state incentives. Roughly a third of the new production would aim at overseas markets, a clear sign that Hyundai is looking beyond India to fuel its global ambitions.
In a market where Maruti Suzuki still dominates with 2.36 lakh units in September and Tata Motors is carving a niche with 47,150 EVs sold, Hyundai’s capacity surge could mean a wider range of models for consumers—especially as the brand ramps up its EV lineup.
The new plant isn’t just a numbers game. The government’s latest CAFE III rules, effective from April 2027, will push manufacturers to deliver cleaner, more efficient cars. For buyers, this could translate into lower running costs and more eco‑friendly options on the showroom floor.
Meanwhile, India’s EV registrations hit a record 35,948 units this September, a 94% jump from last year, underscoring the demand rally. With this backdrop, Hyundai’s expansion could accelerate the rollout of its electric models, giving buyers a broader choice.
The third plant’s opening is slated for 2028, with phased production starting in the first half of that year. Enthusiasts should keep an eye on the rollout of the new electric models that will likely roll out from the new facility, while industry watchers watch how the move reshapes competition among the top Indian automakers.