Snapshot

• Why Hosur is iconic: Hosur, located near Bengaluru, is a strategic automotive manufacturing hub specializing in two-wheeler production, automotive electronics, and precision engineering components. It is home to TVS Motor Company’s global HQ and plants, and over 700 Tier-1, Tier-2, and Tier-3 suppliers serving India’s leading automotive and EV brands.
  
• Industrial strength: Part of the Tamil Nadu–Karnataka auto corridor, Hosur integrates OEM assembly, engineering R&D, and electronics manufacturing. It’s a fast-emerging EV and connected vehicle technology hub with proximity to Bengaluru’s tech ecosystem.
  
• Scale: Over 1,500+ auto and engineering units in SIPCOT Industrial Area and adjoining clusters, with direct supply linkages to OEMs, global Tier-1 suppliers, and export markets.
  

Product Range

Category	Key Products
Two-Wheelers (OEM)	Motorcycles, scooters, mopeds (TVS, Ather Energy).
EV Components	Battery packs, controllers, drive motors, EV electronics.
Auto Electronics & Wiring	ECU, harnesses, sensors, lighting systems.
Powertrain & Engine Parts	Crankcases, cylinder heads, gears, transmission parts.
Precision Engineering Products	Forgings, castings, sheet metal, aluminum die-cast parts.
OEM Assembly Kits	CKD/SKD kits for two-wheelers and automotive electronics.

Cluster Strengths

Feature	Details
Two-Wheeler Manufacturing Hub	Home to TVS Motor Company (4th largest two-wheeler manufacturer globally).
Electronics Integration	Supplies ECUs, sensors, controllers, wiring harnesses for OEMs.
EV Innovation Hub	Houses Ather Energy, Simple Energy and EV component suppliers.
Strategic Location	Part of Tamil Nadu Auto Policy zones and Bengaluru–Hosur industrial corridor.
R&D Focus	Proximity to Bengaluru IT ecosystem supports auto electronics and telematics R&D.

Materials & Sustainability

• Materials Used: Aluminium alloys, steel forgings, precision sheet metal, plastics, electronics components.
  
• Sustainability Initiatives:
  
  • Green-certified manufacturing units with solar energy adoption.
    
  • Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) plants for die-casting and plating operations.
    
  • Strong shift to lightweight alloys and recycled materials for EVs.
    
• Social Impact: Employs 200,000+ workers, driving growth in both Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
  

Cluster Infrastructure

• Industrial Areas:
  
  • SIPCOT Hosur Industrial Area: 2,000+ acres of auto and component units.
    
  • Electronic City Proximity (Bengaluru): Tech integration for connected vehicles.
    
• Institutions:
  
  • ACMA (Automotive Component Manufacturers Association): Supplier development and quality systems.
    
  • NATRiP (Global Automotive R&D Centre, Chennai): Testing and homologation.
    
  • Industrial Training Institutes & OEM Academies: Skilled workforce training.
    
• Connectivity:
  
  • Excellent road and rail links to Bengaluru, Chennai, and Krishnapatnam Port.
    
  • Air connectivity via Bengaluru International Airport.
    

Compliance & Certifications

• Certifications: IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, CE marking, and RoHS compliance for electronics.
  
• Government Support:
  
  • Tamil Nadu Auto Policy 2023 offering incentives for EV and electronics manufacturing.
    
  • PLI Scheme for automotive and ACC (Advanced Chemistry Cell) battery components.
    
  • Part of Industrial Corridor Projects (Bengaluru–Chennai) for export growth.
    

Production Timelines & MOQs

Product Type	Sampling Lead Time	Bulk Lead Time	MOQ Guidance
Two-Wheelers & OEM Kits	3–4 weeks	6–8 weeks	Custom OEM Orders
Auto Electronics (ECUs, Sensors)	2–3 weeks	6–8 weeks	1,000+ units/style
Die-Cast & Forged Components	10–14 days	6–8 weeks	5,000–10,000 pcs/batch
EV Battery & Drive Components	3–4 weeks	8–10 weeks	Custom Development

Branding & Packaging

• Branding:
  
  • OEM laser engraving, QR-code traceability, RFID-enabled tracking.
    
  • Private-label component manufacturing for global Tier-1 suppliers.
    
• Packaging:
  
  • Anti-rust coated packing, export-grade wooden crates, CKD/SKD packaging.
    
  • Anti-static packaging for electronics.
    
• Marketing Narrative: Marketed as “Hosur: South India’s Auto, Electronics & EV Manufacturing Hub.”
  

Quality Control (IndiaUnbox Protocol)

• Casting QC: Metallurgical testing, porosity X-ray, tensile strength.
  
• Electronics QC: EMC/EMI testing, functional validation, ISO/TS checks.
  
• Assembly QC: Torque verification, fitment audits, road simulation testing.
  
• Export QC: ISTA-certified logistics testing for CKD/SKD kits.
  

Price Drivers

• Aluminium, steel, and electronics component costs.
  
• R&D intensity (electronics, EVs).
  
• Certifications (ISO/IATF, CE, RoHS) and sustainability costs.
  
• Batch size (custom OEM vs high-volume components).
  

Buyer Confidence Signals

• OEM Anchor Presence: TVS Motor, Ather, and Tier-1 suppliers drive ecosystem maturity.
  
• Tech-Driven Cluster: Strong synergy with Bengaluru for IoT, telematics, and EV solutions.
  
• Scalable Production: From prototypes to high-volume assembly for domestic and export markets.
  

Global Focus: Increasing share in EV platforms and electronics for Asia-Pacific and Europe.