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French auto component major Valeo has inaugurated a new electric powertrain manufacturing line at its Pune facility, marking a strong push for localisation as it begins supplying integrated e-axles for Mahindra & Mahindra’s upcoming Born Electric vehicles.
The new line will produce Valeo’s 3-in-1 e-axle, which integrates the motor, inverter, and transmission into a compact unit. Developed and manufactured in India, the system aims to enhance efficiency, performance, and packaging for electric vehicles.
The initiative is significant for both companies: for Valeo, it expands its local manufacturing footprint in high-value EV components, while for Mahindra, it ensures a reliable local supply of critical powertrain systems for its next-generation electric SUVs.
Executives highlighted that the move aligns with broader localisation efforts across the EV ecosystem. Xavier Dupont, CEO of Valeo’s power division, said, “Local production strengthens our ability to support customers with advanced technologies.” Jayakumar G, President of Valeo India, added that the new line brings advanced manufacturing closer to customers and reflects Valeo’s long-term commitment to the Indian market.
With automakers increasingly looking to localise key EV components to control costs and mitigate supply chain risks, the localisation of e-powertrain systems is expected to play a crucial role in scaling volumes for Mahindra’s Born Electric platform.
Valeo’s Pune investment is part of its global ‘Elevate 2028’ roadmap, under which the company plans to invest over €200 million in India over the next three years, aiming to grow local revenues from approximately €220 million to around €700 million by 2028. The Pune e-axle line is central to this strategy, positioning India not only as a manufacturing base but also as a hub for developing and supplying next-generation mobility technologies. This step reinforces India’s role as a key growth market for electrification technologies in Valeo’s global plans.
