Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt Ltd (RNAIPL) has reached a remarkable milestone by producing over 4.5 million powertrain units at its Oragadam manufacturing facility. Since commencing operations in 2010, the plant has delivered 2.83 million engines and 1.67 million gearboxes, catering to both Indian and export markets.
The cutting-edge facility features comprehensive capabilities, including the production of engines ranging from 800cc to 1500cc and the manufacturing of seven engine types and three gearbox varieties. RNAIPL has also contributed significantly to the electric vehicle segment with over 160,000 units of EV reducer components produced for export.
Keerthi Prakash, Managing Director of RNAIPL, highlighted the importance of this achievement, stating, “This milestone not only strengthens our position in the market but also enhances our export capabilities.” The company is poised for future growth, supported by a USD 600 million investment from the Renault Nissan alliance. In Guwahati, this production expansion is likely to improve the availability of high-quality engines and gearboxes, thus increasing competitiveness in the region’s automotive sector and attracting potential investments to boost local manufacturing capabilities.
