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Musashi Commences Mass Production Of EV Two-Wheeler E-Axles In India
Musashi Auto Parts India Pvt Ltd (Musashi), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Musashi Seimitsu Industries, Japan, has begun mass production of electric vehicle (EV) two-wheeler e-axles in India. The manufacturing takes place at Musashi India's Bangalore facility, with a line-off ceremony held on 5 June to mark the event.
In Phase I, Musashi has set up the capacity to produce 10,000 e-axles monthly. This capacity will be increased with additional lines from the third year onwards. These e-axles are designed to be compact, lightweight, and quiet, enhancing performance and range for EV two-wheelers.
Mr. Naoya Nishimura, CEO of the India & Africa Region, commented on this development. He said, "The commencement of the manufacturing of e-axles marks a significant milestone in our journey towards accelerating the adoption of EVs in India and enabling a faster transition to green mobility. Our production lines are equipped with state-of-the-art technologies that will ensure a seamless integration across the assembly line, ensuring increased efficiencies and production output."
Musashi plans to invest Rs 160 crore in its EV business during Phase I. This investment will establish new assembly lines for EV transmission components and upgrade existing facilities. In September 2023, Musashi entered the Indian EV segment through a joint venture with Delta Electronics, Inc., and Toyota Tsusho Corporation. This venture led to the creation of Musashi Delta e-Axle India Private Limited.
Holding a 51% stake in this joint venture, Musashi set up a facility in Bangalore to manufacture and sell e-axles for two-wheeler EVs targeting markets in India, Africa, and ASEAN regions. The facility includes both motor assembly and drive unit assembly lines. By the end of this financial year, Musashi aims to achieve a localization level covering two-thirds of the total cost.
Collaborations and Future Plans
Musashi India is also collaborating with BNC Motors to develop products featuring EV drive units. These units will be integrated into BNC's upcoming EV two-wheeler model, which will be comparable to a 125cc internal combustion engine (ICE) scooter.
The company’s efforts reflect its commitment to supporting the growing demand for electric vehicles in India by leveraging its expertise in auto component manufacturing and research and development capabilities. This initiative aligns with India's broader goals of promoting green mobility and building a sustainable ecosystem for electric vehicles.
The start of mass production at Musashi's Bangalore facility signifies an important step towards establishing a robust local supply chain for EV components. This move is expected to enhance the performance and user experience of electric two-wheelers in India.
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