Maruti Suzuki has achieved a significant production milestone, surpassing 2 million vehicles in a single calendar year for the first time in its history.
A remarkable achievement has been reached by Maruti Suzuki, India’s preeminent automotive producer, as they surpass the 20 million vehicle production mark within a single year. This achievement reaffirms Maruti dedication to the “Make in India” initiative and underscores its vital contribution to India’s economic progress and the growth of the nation’s automotive sector.
Maruti Manesar plant in Haryana achieved a significant milestone by producing its 2,000,000th vehicle, the Maruti Ertiga. This achievement is remarkable as it represents the first instance in the factory’s history, since its commencement of operations in October 2006, where the company has manufactured this volume of vehicles within a single year.
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Maruti Suzuki Manufacturing Facilities and Production Capacity
Maruti maintains a manufacturing presence across India with three production facilities. Two of these plants are strategically located in Haryana, specifically in Manesar and Gurugram. The third plant is situated in Hansalpur, Gujarat. The Manesar facility, encompassing over 600 acres of land, serves as a hub for both domestic and international vehicle production. Cars manufactured at Manesar find their way to global markets, including Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and neighboring Asian countries.
In 2024, approximately 60% of the 20 lakh cars manufactured by the company originated from the Manesar facility, while the remaining 40% were produced at the Gujarat plant. The current combined annual production capacity of these two facilities exceeds 23 lakh units. Furthermore, Maruti Suzuki is in the process of establishing a new manufacturing plant in Kharkhoda, Haryana, which is scheduled to commence operations in 2025. This new facility is anticipated to produce 1 million units annually.
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Maruti Suzuki’s top five production models in 2024 included the Baleno, Fronx, Ertiga, WagonR, and Brezza. These vehicles were instrumental in helping the company achieve its production goals.
Mr. Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO of Maruti Suzuki India Limited, expressed his gratitude and pride in this achievement. He stated, “The 2 million production milestone is a testament to India’s manufacturing potential and our dedication to the ‘Make in India’ initiative. This achievement reflects our commitment, alongside our supplier and dealer partners, to driving economic growth, supporting nation building, and making India’s automobile industry self-reliant and globally competitive. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our customers, employees, and value chain partners for their continued support and for being an integral part of this historic journey”.
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