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Valeo has inaugurated a new electric powertrain manufacturing line at its Pune, India facility. The line will produce 3-in-1 e-Axle systems for Mahindra’s upcoming Born Electric vehicle platform. The inauguration took place March 28, with executives from both companies present.
Highlights
- Valeo’s Pune line will manufacture integrated 3-in-1 e-Axles combining the motor, inverter, and reducer in a single unit.
- Mahindra selected Valeo to supply electric powertrains for its Born Electric platform.
- The facility features automated hairpin winding stator assembly, reducer assembly, inverter manufacturing, and final e-Axle assembly lines.
- The investment aligns with Valeo’s “Elevate 2028” strategy to deepen localization in India.
Mahindra Partnership Anchors the Line
Valeo developed and will manufacture the 3-in-1 e-Axle locally in India. The integrated unit combines the electric motor, inverter, and reducer into a compact package. It uses Valeo’s latest motor technology and will equip new models on Mahindra’s Born Electric platform.
Xavier Dupont, Valeo Power CEO, said: “India is a key region in Valeo’s ‘Elevate 2028’ strategic plan. Our investments in Pune supports our commitment to deeper localization of advanced technologies in India. By localizing the production of our highly integrated 3-in-1 e-Axle systems, we are strengthening our ability to deliver advanced technologies to our customers and contributing to India’s transition towards safer, and more sustainable mobility.”
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Manufacturing Capabilities
The facility, located at Valeo’s Lonikand plant in Pune, includes four automated production lines: U-Pin/hairpin winding stator assembly, reducer assembly, inverter manufacturing, and final e-Axle assembly. The lines incorporate precision assembly processes and quality control systems with full digitalization and end-to-end traceability.
Jayakumar G, President of Valeo India, said: “The inauguration of this line marks an important milestone in Valeo’s journey in India. Our new e-Axle manufacturing line in Pune is a key step in our growth strategy. It reflects our commitment to bringing advanced technology solutions closer to our customers. We are proud to develop and manufacture this e-Axle for Mahindra’s Born Electric Vehicles and to contribute to the growth of India’s EV ecosystem.”
Valeo’s India Footprint
Valeo has operated in India since 1997. The company runs six production sites across Chennai, Pune, Sanand, and Gurgaon, along with R&D centers in Chennai and Bangalore. The supplier employs more than 7,500 people in India, with over half working as engineers on global R&D and manufacturing programs.
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