Valeo Launches New Electric Powertrain Manufacturing Line in Pune
Valeo has inaugurated a state-of-the-art electric powertrain manufacturing line in Pune to produce advanced 3-in-1 e-Axle systems for Mahindra’s Born Electric platform.
April 02, 2026. By Mrinmoy Dey
The Pune facility features highly advanced manufacturing capabilities to produce the 3-in-1 e-Axle, integrating the motor, its inverter, and reducer into a compact and efficient system that will equip the new models, the company stated.
It further added that developed and manufactured in India, this advanced e-Axle offers high efficiency, optimised performance, and enhanced reliability – key enablers for next-generation electric mobility. The integrated 3-in-1 e-Axle leverages the latest iteration of Valeo’s motor technology, it said.
Xavier Dupont, Valeo Power CEO, said, “India is a key region in Valeo’s ‘Elevate 2028’ strategic plan. Our investments in Pune support our commitment to deeper localisation of advanced technologies in India. By localising the production of our highly integrated 3-in-1 e-Axle systems, we are strengthening our ability to deliver advanced technologies to our customers and contributing to India’s transition towards safer and more sustainable mobility.”
Jayakumar G, President of Valeo India, said, “The inauguration of this line marks an important milestone in Valeo’s journey in India. Our new e-Axle manufacturing line in Pune is a key step in our growth strategy. It reflects our commitment to bringing advanced technology solutions closer to our customers. We are proud to develop and manufacture this e-Axle for Mahindra’s Born Electric Vehicles and to contribute to the growth of India’s EV ecosystem.”
Located at Valeo’s Pune plant in Lonikand, the facility is equipped with advanced manufacturing capabilities designed to deliver high levels of precision, efficiency and quality for electric powertrain systems. It includes automated manufacturing lines for U-Pin or Hairpin winding stator assembly, reducer assembly, inverter manufacturing, and final e-Axle assembly. These lines incorporate advanced automation, precision assembly processes, and rigorous quality control systems, supported by full digitalisation and end-to-end traceability, the company stated.
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