Gujarat, a state in western India, has emerged as a significant hub for the automobile industry. Several top automobile companies have set up manufacturing facilities in Gujarat. Here are some of the notable automobile companies in the state:
- Tata Motors Ltd: Tata Motors is one of the leading automobile manufacturers in India. It has a manufacturing plant in Sanand, Gujarat. The facility produces a range of passenger vehicles, including cars and utility vehicles.
- Maruti Suzuki India Ltd: Maruti Suzuki is the largest automobile manufacturer in India and has a strong presence in Gujarat. It operates a manufacturing plant in Hansalpur, near Ahmedabad. The plant produces various popular models of cars for the domestic market.
- Honda Cars India Ltd: Honda Cars India, a subsidiary of Honda Motor Co. Ltd, has a manufacturing facility in Tapukara, Rajasthan, which is close to the Gujarat border. The plant produces Honda’s popular models, including sedans and SUVs.
- Ford India Pvt Ltd: Ford India has a manufacturing facility in Sanand, Gujarat. The plant produces Ford’s passenger vehicles, including hatchbacks, sedans, and SUVs. It serves both the domestic and export markets.
- Suzuki Motor Gujarat Pvt Ltd: Suzuki Motor Gujarat is a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan. It has a manufacturing plant in Hansalpur, Gujarat, where it produces vehicles for Maruti Suzuki India. The plant caters to the growing demand for Maruti Suzuki cars.
- Hero MotoCorp Ltd: Hero MotoCorp is one of the largest two-wheeler manufacturers in the world. It has a manufacturing plant in Neemrana, Rajasthan, which is in close proximity to Gujarat. The plant produces motorcycles and scooters.
- Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd: Mahindra & Mahindra, a prominent Indian automobile manufacturer, has a manufacturing facility in Chakan, Maharashtra. While not located in Gujarat, it is nearby and contributes to the automotive industry in the region. The company produces a range of vehicles, including SUVs, commercial vehicles, and electric vehicles.