Hyundai & TVS Motor Partner for Electric Three-Wheelers in India
Hyundai Motor and TVS Motor have signed a Joint Development Agreement to co-develop and commercialize electric three-wheelers (E3W) for India. The partnership leverages both companies' expertise in electric mobility and local market understanding. The first vehicle is slated for delivery in India, with a focus on localized manufacturing and sustainable last-mile solutions.
This partnership focuses on a specific segment (electric three-wheelers) and its impact on the overall business of both companies is likely to be medium-term.
The announcement details a strategic partnership aimed at developing and launching new electric vehicle solutions, which is generally viewed positively by the market.
Hyundai Motor Company (HMC) and TVS Motor Company have signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to develop and commercialize electric three-wheeler (E3W) solutions for India's last-mile mobility needs. This partnership, formalized after the E3W concept's presentation at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, aims to bring tailored, sustainable urban transportation to Indian consumers. Hyundai Motor will lead the design and co-development, leveraging its R&D expertise and human-centric design approach, while TVS Motor will utilize its electric platform, engineering capabilities, and local market knowledge. TVS Motor will also handle local sales and manufacturing for the Indian market and future exports. The companies aim to deliver the first vehicle in India, emphasizing localized component manufacturing to strengthen the supply chain, create jobs, and reduce costs. The E3W concept features adaptive ground clearance, enhanced safety, ergonomic design, and advanced thermal management.
Joongsun Ko, Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy & Planning at Hyundai Motor Company, stated that the collaboration with TVS Motor is a strategic decision to improve India's transportation environment and provide broader access to safer, sustainable transportation. Sharad Mishra, President, Group Strategy at TVS Motor Company, added that the JDA advances their shared ambition to develop electric three-wheeler solutions by combining complementary strengths. Both companies have established dedicated cross-functional teams to accelerate development and regulatory approval processes.
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