New Delhi: Twenty years is a long time in the car business, especially in India where partnerships change fast and factories come and go. Yet, the joint venture between Tata Motors and Stellantis has quietly crossed that mark, without much noise but with solid numbers behind it.
The two companies have now signed a fresh memorandum of understanding, not for a new car launch, but to check where this relationship can go next. For Indian auto watchers, this matters. This partnership has shaped one of the country’s most important multi brand manufacturing hubs.
Tata Motors and Stellantis mark 20 years of joint manufacturing in India
The collaboration runs through Fiat India Automobiles Private Limited, a 50:50 joint venture set up two decades ago. Since then, the plant has rolled out more than 1.37 million vehicles. Today, it employs close to 5,000 people and has the capacity to build around 2.22 lakh vehicles every year.
The facility currently produces seven models in total. These include four vehicles from Jeep, along with three passenger vehicles from Tata Motors. Over the years, the factory has handled everything from compact cars to SUVs, adapting as market demand changed.
According to Stellantis Asia Pacific chief operating officer Grégoire Olivier, FIAPL shows what two strong companies can build together, with focus now shifting to future ready manufacturing, innovation and sustainable growth. Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles managing director Shailesh Chandra said the partnership stands on trust, shared values and a common vision, with plans to deepen ties going forward.
Why this matters for car buyers and enthusiasts
For enthusiasts, this joint venture is more than paperwork. It has been the backbone for popular SUVs, export programs, and flexible production lines. With new talks covering manufacturing, engineering and supply chains, it hints at more shared platforms, cleaner powertrains, and smarter factories in the coming years.