In its initial phase, the JV will start by supplying differential housings sourced from India before expanding to local manufacturing in China.

The new facility is part of the company's plans to produce driveline components for both conventional ICE vehicles and electric vehicles.

Sona Comstar to make electric drive components under licence from Equipmake.

The EV components supplier has formed a strategic partnership with Enedym to develop magnet-less next-generation switched reluctance motors (SRM), electric propulsion, and electrified powertrains for the Indian market - with the aim of beginning series production in 2023.