Hyundai Motor India will begin using locally made batteries from Amara Raja Energy & Mobility in its vehicles, beginning in Q4 of FY 2024-2025. This makes it the first auto OEM in India to use localised AGM technology.
The move is in-line with HMIL’s dedicated efforts towards localisation and introducing locally sourced innovative technologies for Indian customers.
The Made-in-India AMARON AGM batteries have successfully outperformed
conventional CMF (Complete Maintenance Free) batteries by about 150% in
rigorous real-world durability tests, the press release notes. They also offer a wider operational temperature and longer life span.
These indigenously manufactured AGM batteries will enable HMIL to introduce next-gen products tailored to the Indian market, offering improved range, performance, and lower emissions.
Gopalakrishnan Chathapuram Sivaramakrishnan, Whole-time Director and Chief Manufacturing Officer – HMIL said, “HMIL is poised to become the first auto OEM in India to introduce indigenously manufactured AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) battery technology in its products, made by Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Limited.
Besides, working with an Indian company for this world-class technology is a true testament to HMIL’s commitment towards localisation, well aligned with the Government of India’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative.”
Harshavardhana Gourineni, Executive Director, Amara Raja Energy &
Mobility Limited said, “This is a significant step in AMARON’s mission to deliver world-class energy solutions that meet the evolving demands of Original
Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). These batteries are designed to meet stringent
Real Driving Emissions (RDE) norms like India’s BS6 Phase 2 standards.”
HMIL is constantly enhancing its localization efforts, with its dedicated Localisation
Team, by working closely with over 194 vendors for 1,238 plus components and trim parts at its Chennai manufacturing facility, while adopting a focused localization
strategy for its upcoming plant in Talegaon, Maharashtra.