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JLR to begin car assembly in Tamil Nadu by 2026; Tata Motors delays Avinya EV launch
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Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) will start assembling luxury vehicles in Tamil Nadu from 2026, marking a significant investment by parent company Tata Motors. Initially focusing on Range Rover Evoque and Velar SUVs, the plant represents a strategic manufacturing shift from Pune. JLR's move aligns with expectations of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement influencing car import economics. Concurrently, Tata Motors delayed its Avinya electric vehicle launch to address engineering challenges, with plans for a standalone premium EV brand.
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How Tata turned TaMo into a global auto powerhouse
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- Ratan Tata transformed Tata Motors from a domestic truckmaker into a global automotive powerhouse. - He spearheaded the creation of the Tata Nano, the world’s cheapest car, which redefined affordable mobility for the Indian consumer. - Under his leadership, Tata Motors launched the Indica, India's first indigenously developed passenger car, showcasing India's emerging capabilities in car manufacturing. - Despite its commercial failures, the Tata Nano exemplified Tata's visionary approach and his desire to solve real-world problems through innovation. - Ratan Tata's most celebrated move was the acquisition of Jaguar and Land Rover (JLR) from Ford, which turned JLR into a significant contributor to Tata Motors' revenue. - He positioned Tata Motors as a leader in the electric vehicle (EV) revolution, making them a frontrunner in India's green mobility movement.
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Tata’s INR 6K Cr iPhone Unit To Kick Off Operations In November
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11m ago
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Tata Electronics is investing INR 6,000 Cr in building a new iPhone factory in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. The factory is set to begin operations in November and will be the company's second iPhone assembly plant in India, with plans to launch iPhones from this facility. This comes after Tata acquired Wistron's assembly plant in Karnataka last year.
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Tata Motors’ Jaguar Land Rover manufacturing unit in Tamil Nadu may begin operations late in 2025 | Mint
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1y ago
Medial
Tata Motors is set to begin construction of the first Jaguar Land Rover manufacturing unit in India. The unit, which will solely produce electric vehicles (EVs), is expected to be operational by late 2025 or early 2026. Tata Motors has secured over 400 acres of land in Tamil Nadu for the project, which benefits from its proximity to ports in Chennai and Ennore. The manufacturing unit will form part of the Chennai-Bengaluru Industrial Corridor and help increase connectivity in the area. Presently, Jaguar Land Rover's manufacturing unit in Pune assembles completely knocked-down (CKD) models.
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Tata's fourth iPhone assembly plant likely to start in November: Report
Money Control
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11m ago
Medial
Tata Electronics is building a fourth iPhone assembly unit in India, set to begin production in November. The plant in Tamil Nadu will be the second iPhone assembly facility for Tata Electronics, with the first being acquired from Wistron in Karnataka. The 250-acre plant is set to employ over 50,000 workers and will be Apple's largest facility in India. This move is part of Apple's efforts to diversify its supply chain beyond China amid the ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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VinFast’s investment in TN hits a brake amidst confusion over new EV policy
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1y ago
Medial
Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) maker VinFast's $2 billion investment in Tamil Nadu, India, has been overshadowed by confusion over when benefits and subsidies under the new EV policy would begin to accumulate. VinFast's CEO, Pham Nhat Vuong, attended a meeting with the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) via video conference and was informed that the benefits would only apply after the policy is implemented, not from the date of investment. The MHI clarified the policy details and expressed concerns about potential delays in VinFast's operations in India. The company had signed an MoU with the Tamil Nadu government to invest $2 billion in an EV facility.
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Tamil Nadu goes to town on manufacturing. Target: hinterland
Economic Times
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9m ago
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Panapakkam, a small town in Tamil Nadu, known for power loom weaving, is set to become a major automobile manufacturing hub with Tata Motors' construction of a Rs 9,000 crore factory. This development is expected to create over 5,000 jobs and promote skill-building in the local community. It is part of a larger trend of investments being directed towards lesser-known districts in Tamil Nadu, aiming to spread economic growth and decongest metro cities like Chennai. Other notable investments include VinFast's EV production facility in Thoothukudi, Jabil's electronics manufacturing plant in Trichy, and Tata Power Solar's investment in Tirunelveli's renewable energy sector.
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Tata Motors holds groundbreaking ceremony for Tamil Nadu factory
Economic Times
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10m ago
Medial
Tata Motors held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new facility in Tamil Nadu, which will produce cars and SUVs and is expected to create 5,000 jobs. The factory will manufacture vehicles for Tata Motors and Jaguar Land Rover, catering to both domestic and international markets. The Tata Group has invested in multiple production units in Tamil Nadu over the past three years and has more than 150,000 direct employees in the state. The facility is designed to have an annual production capacity of over 250,000 vehicles and will gradually reach this capacity over the next few years.
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Tamil Nadu cabinet approves Foxconn's Rs 13,180-crore display module assembly unit
Economic Times
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10m ago
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- Tamil Nadu cabinet approves Rs 13,180 crore investment by Yuzhan Technology (India), a unit of Foxconn, generating 14,000 jobs. - Foxconn considering Rs 1,000 crore investment to set up smartphone display module assembly unit in Tamil Nadu for Apple. - Foxconn acquires 500,000 square feet facility near Chennai for manufacturing smartphone modules, encouraging other contract manufacturers to use its components. - Foxconn's investment is the largest among 14 projects approved by the Tamil Nadu Cabinet, with a cumulative investment of Rs 38,698.80 crore. - Tata Motors to invest Rs 9,000 crore in manufacturing Jaguar Land Rover vehicles in Ranipet. - Other investments approved include Leap Green Energy Pvt Ltd (Rs 10,375 crore), Freetrend Industrial India (Rs 1,000 crore), Kaynes Circuits India (Rs 1,395 crore), Ascent Circuits (Rs 613.6 crore), and Lucas TVS (Rs 510 crore).
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Tata Motors signs MoU with Green Energy Mobility to supply e-buses to Tamil Nadu
Economic Times
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7d ago
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Tata Motors has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Green Energy Mobility, a subsidiary of Universal Bus Services, to provide 100 electric intercity buses in Tamil Nadu. The 44-seater e-buses, offering up to 300 km on a single charge, feature electronic braking and stability control systems. This initiative, supported by Tamil Nadu's government, aims to promote sustainable and efficient mobility, reflecting Tata Motors' commitment to innovation in intercity transportation.
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Demerger to bring strategic clarity, long-term returns for shareholders: Tata Motors Chairman
YourStory
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2m ago
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The demerger of Tata Motors into Commercial Vehicles and Passenger Vehicles (including EV and JLR) is aimed at enhancing strategic focus and shareholder returns. Chairman N Chandrasekaran emphasized it would bring strategic clarity, agility, and foster superior customer experiences, rewarding careers, and long-term shareholder value. Effective by late 2025, the demerger supports Tata Motors’ growth strategy, innovation for cleaner mobility, and adoption of automation and AI, ensuring resilience amid global market volatility.
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