In a spark of innovation that’s set to electrify the streets of India, Volkswagen Group and Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M) have plugged into a groundbreaking supply agreement, infusing Mahindra’s electric platform, INGLO, with high-voltage components from Volkswagen’s MEB electric toolkit. This deal, sealed on February 16, 2024, in a ceremony that charged the air with excitement in both Chennai and Wolfsburg, marks a significant leap forward in their electrifying alliance that began back in 2022.
Mahindra is revving up to become the first external partner to integrate Volkswagen’s unified cell concept into its electric vehicles (EVs), a move that promises to be as dynamic as it sounds. The agreement outlines the supply of electric components and unified cells over several years, with a total energy transfer of about 50 GWh. It’s a partnership that’s not just about sharing parts but electrifying the future of mobility in India, one of the world’s largest automotive playgrounds.
With plans to launch five all-electric SUVs on its INGLO platform starting December 2024, Mahindra is gearing up to drive the Indian automotive market into an electric future. This collaboration is more than just a supply agreement; it’s a shared vision to accelerate e-mobility and make electric dreams a reality for millions of Indian drivers.
Volkswagen’s MEB platform, known for powering the Group’s brands like Volkswagen, Audi, Škoda, and SEAT/Cupra, and now Ford and Mahindra, is steering the partnership under the expert guidance of Volkswagen Group Technology and its “Platform Business” unit, in collaboration with Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt. Ltd.
As both companies continue to explore the electrifying potential of their collaboration in India, this partnership promises to bring a jolt of excitement to the Indian e-mobility landscape. Stay charged for more updates!
