NEXUS Automotive International announced the creation of NEXUS Automotive India, which has been established to support the development of new business opportunities for the N! Community across the country. With a population of over 1.4 billion and a growing fleet size of more than 50 million passenger vehicles, India is a crucial market for the global automotive aftermarket.
The creation of NEXUS Automotive India responds directly to the growing demand from N! members and suppliers for a structured presence there. NEXUS Automotive India will address the specificities and challenges of the Indian automotive aftermarket accelerating growth for the local N! Community, and capturing a significant share of this rapidly expanding market.
Founding members and national structure
Built on the strength of its founding members – TVS as strategic equity partner, Smart Parts Exports, Maya Trading Corporation, Poomkudy Agencies, Recauto India, United Motors, BKS Motors, Daulat Motor Company and Surya Sales Corporation Daulat Motor Company – the new national structure will:
- Build a strong, collaborative aftermarket ecosystem in India aligned with NEXUS global standards.
- Accelerate and support growth for the local N! Community.
- Capture significant market share.
- Connect aftermarket manufacturers with the Indian market.
- Create new opportunities for Indian manufacturers to export their products globally through the NEXUS network.
Initial focus and supplier partnerships
The organization will initially focus on supplier integration, member development, and the deployment of the NEXUS strategic initiatives. The creation of NEXUS India has been well-received by key suppliers, with first partnerships already underway.
N! Suppliers will benefit from accelerated market access, enhanced local partnerships, and a structured platform to support sustainable growth in India. Working closely with local members and partners, they will strengthen the Indian N! Community, drive strategic growth, and create sustainable value for members and partners.
Leadership and alignment with NEXUS Group strategy
“India is a key market for NEXUS Automotive International. Since its creation, the group has maintained a clear focus on emerging markets with a long-term vision,” Gaël Escribe, NEXUS CEO, said. “This launch marks an important milestone further strengthening our long-standing and trusted relationship with TVS and with Raghavan Srinivasa in his role as NEXUS Chairman of the Board, reflecting our shared ambitions and strong strategic alignment.”
“Connecting the Indian aftermarket to the world provides a significant opportunity for global manufacturers to participate in one of the fastest-growing markets in the world and equally for Indian manufacturers to participate in the global supply chain,” TVS Managing Director G. Srinivasa Raghavan said. “NEXUS has always played a proactive role in partnering with the aftermarket community in developing new business models across garage concepts, innovation investments, Marketparts and Smartparts. NEXUS India will bring all these together in establishing strategic partnerships with our members and suppliers in growing their business.”
