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India Launches Suzuki e-VITARA
Context:
Prime Minister inaugurated Suzuki’s first Made-in-India global strategic Battery Electric Vehicle (e-VITARA) and launched hybrid battery electrode manufacturing at Hansalpur, Gujarat.
e-VITARA and EV Exports
- Suzuki’s first global strategic BEV manufactured in India was flagged off.
- These EVs will be exported to over 100 countries, including Japan and Europe.
- This makes India a global hub for EV manufacturing, aligned with the Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat
Battery Ecosystem Development
- India inaugurated local production of hybrid battery electrodes at the TDS Lithium-Ion Battery plant in Gujarat.
- The plant is a joint venture of Toshiba, Denso, and Suzuki (TDSG).
- Over 80% of the battery value will now be manufactured domestically, reducing import dependency.
Strategic Importance
- Strengthens India–Japan industrial cooperation which began with Maruti Suzuki in the 1980s.
- Supports India’s target of 30% EV penetration by 2030 and contributes to carbon emission reduction goals.
- Linked with PM E-Drive scheme (?11,000 crore outlay) for promoting EVs, hybrid vehicles, and e-ambulances.
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