Aspiring to have a career in automobile engineering but worried about the job opportunities and drop in automobile sales? 

Read this article to get a complete understanding of the market and recent trends in automobile technologies and how the department of automobile engineering at SVCE helps to pursue your dream career in automobile engineering. 

Employment Opportunities and Automobile Market Overview 

India became the fourth largest automobile industry in 2018, with sales increasing 8.3 percent year-on-year to 3.99 million units. It was the seventh-largest manufacturer of commercial vehicles in 2018. 

 The Two Wheelers segment dominates the market in terms of volume owing to a growing middle class and a young population. Moreover, the increasing interest of the companies in exploring the rural markets further aided the growth of the sector. 

 India is also a prominent auto exporter and has strong export growth expectations for the near future. Automobile exports grew 14.50 percent during FY19. It is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.05 percent during 2016-2026. In addition, several initiatives by the Government of India and the major automobile players in the Indian market are expected to make India a leader in the two-wheeler and four-wheeler market in the world by 2020. 

 Market Size 

• Overall domestic automobiles sales increased at 6.71 percent CAGR between FY13-19, with 26.27 million vehicles getting sold in FY19. Domestic automobile production increased at 6.96 percent CAGR between FY13-19, with 30.92 million vehicles manufactured in the country in FY19.
• In FY19, year-on-year growth in domestic sales among all the categories was recorded in commercial vehicles at 17.55 percent, followed by 10.27 percent year-on-year growth in the sales of three-wheelers.

Investments 

In order to keep up with the growing demand, several automobile companies have started investing heavily in various segments of the industry during the last few months. The industry has attracted Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) worth US$ 22.35 billion during the period April 2000 to June 2019, according to data released by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). 

Some of the recent/planned investments and developments in the automobile sector in India are as follows: 

• Audi India plans to launch nine all-new models, including Sedans and SUVs, along with futuristic e-Tron electric vehicles (EV) by the end of 2019.
• MG Motor India to launch MG ZS EV electric SUV in early 2020 and plans to launch affordable EV in the next 3-4 years.
• BYD-Olectra, Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland to supply 5,500 electric buses for different state departments.
• Premium motorbike sales in India recorded a seven-fold jump in domestic sales, reaching 13,982 units during April-September 2019. The sale of luxury cars stood between 15,000 to 17,000 in the first six months of 2019.
• In H1 2019, automobile manufacturers invested US$ 501 million in India’s auto-tech companies start-ups, according to Venture intelligence.
• For self-driving and robotic technology start-ups, Toyota plans to invest US$100 million.
• In India, 7 Seriesfaceliftlaunched by BMW, and the new X7 SUV has been introduced at Rs 98.90 lakh (US$ 0.14 million). 
• Ashok Leyland has planned a capital expenditure of Rs 1,000 crore (US$ 155.20 million) to launch 20-25 new models across various commercial vehicle categories in 2018-19.
• Hyundai is planning to invest US$ 1 billion in India by 2020. SAIC Motor has also announced plans to invest US$ 310 million in India.
• Mercedes Benz has increased the manufacturing capacity of its Chakan Plant to 20,000 units per year, highest for any luxury car manufacturer in India.
• As of October 2018, Honda Motors Company is planning to set up its third factory in India for launching hybrid and electric vehicles with the cost of Rs 9,200 crore (US$ 1.31 billion), its largest investment in India so far.
• In November 2018, Mahindra Electric Mobility opened its electric technology manufacturing hub in Bangalore with an investment of Rs 100 crore (US$ 14.25 million), which will increase its annual manufacturing capacity to 25,000 units.

Government Initiatives 

 The Government of India encourages foreign investment in the automobile sector and allows 100 percent FDI under the automatic route. 

Some of the recent initiatives taken by the Government of India are – 

• Under Union Budget 2019-20, the government announced an additional income tax deduction of Rs 1.5 lakh (US$ 2,146) on the interest paid on the loans taken to purchase EVs.
• The government aims to develop India as a global manufacturing centre and an R&D hub. 
• UnderNATRiP, the Government of India is planning to set up R&Dcentres at a total cost of US$ 388.5 million to enable the industry to be on par with global standards. 
• The Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India, has shortlisted 11 cities in the country for the introduction of electric vehicles (EVs) in their public transport systems under the FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid) and Electric Vehicles in India) scheme. The government will also set up an incubation centre for start-ups working in electric vehicle space. 
• In February 2019, the Government of India approved the FAME-II scheme with a fund requirement of Rs 10,000 crore (US$ 1.39 billion) for FY20-22.

 Road Ahead 

• The automobile industry is supported by various factors such as availability of skilled labor at low cost, robust R&D centres, and low-cost steel production. 
• The industry also provides great opportunities for investment and direct and indirect employment to skilled and unskilled labour.
• Indian automotive industry (including component manufacturing) is expected to reach Rs 16.16-18.18 trillion (US$ 251.4-282.8 billion) by 2026.

Some Top Automobile Manufacturers scenario :

• Maruti Suzuki India Limited, a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, is India’s biggest carmaker with more than 49.8 percent market share in the passenger vehicles segment in April-August 2019.
• The company recorded its highest-ever sale in FY19 of about 1,862,449 units. During April 2019-January 2020, total sales stood at 1,332,395 units.  India’s biggest car maker.
• About 49.83 percent market share in the passenger vehicle segment during Q1 FY19
• Consolidated Total Income of Rs 88,630.10 crore (US$ 12.68 billion) in FY19 and Rs 38,400.6 crore (US$ 5.49 billion) in H1FY20  
•   Tata Motors was established in 1945 under the Tata Group. It is among the world’s leading manufacturers of automobiles with around 81,090 employee strength.
•  It was the market leader in the commercial vehicles segment with about 44 percent market share in FY18. It is present in segments like cars and utility vehicles, trucks and buses, and Defence.
•  The company has extended its presence internationally through entering into joint ventures (JV) like the strategic alliance with Fiat and Marcopolo.
• Tata Motors is present in about 175 countries with research and development (R&D) centers in the UK, Italy, India, and South Korea.
• Consolidated total income of Rs 301,938 crore (US$ 43.20 billion) for FY19 and Rs 198,575 crore (US$ 28.41 billion) in 9M FY20.  
• Hero MotoCorp Limited (formally Hero Honda Motors Limited) is the world’s largest manufacturer of two-wheelers.
•  It is present in South Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. Hero MotoCorp was the first Indian two-wheeler to establish a manufacturing plant in Latin America. Its key products include Two Wheelers up to 350cc and spare parts.
• Two-wheelers contributed Rs 29,693.52 crores (US$ 4.25 billion), and sale of spare parts contributed Rs 2,835.97 crore (US$ 405.78 million) to the total revenue of the company during 2018-19.
•  The company has an objective to reach 50 global markets by 2020. The company plans to invest Rs 10,000 crore (US$ 1.43 billion) over the next 5-7 years.
• Consolidated Total Income of Rs 34,658.96 crore (US$ 4.96 billion) in FY19 and Rs 23,494.96 crore (US$ 3.36 billion) in 9M FY20  
•   TVS Motor Company is the third-largest 2-wheeler company in India with a revenue of over ₹20,000 crores (US$2.9 billion).
• It has an annual sale of more than 3 million units and an annual capacity of over 4 million vehicles.
•  TVS Motor is also the 2nd largest exporter in India with exports to over 60 Countries.
• A member of the TVS Group, it is the largest company of the group in terms of size and turnover. 

Why choose the Department of Automobile Engineering at SVCE? 

• The Department of Automobile Engineering was established in the year 1999, and it has been accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) since 2006.  
• Choice Based Credit System curriculum allows the students to choose what and when they want to learn courses. This enables them to learn at their own pace and ensures academic success naturally.
• The department is also setting up a “Centre for Electric Vehicle Research” for the benefit of students to have exposure in emerging areas.
• Specialized training is being provided to design and develop Electric & Hybrid Vehicles of various ranges, to design and analyze EV motors, to design and develop EV converters, to select EV batteries and BMS, etc.
• Hands-on-training is offered to the students in emerging areas like IoT, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Electric, and Hybrid Vehicles, etc. Students are given exposure in Autonomous vehicles and advanced software like MATLAB, PYTHON, etc.
• The department also provides a strong practical knowledge in Automotive Engine Testing, Automotive Electrical and Electronics, Modeling and Analysis of Automotive Components, Simulation of Automotive Components, Testing of Fuels and Lubricants, Two andThree WheelerServicing, Vehicle Maintenance and Testing. To list a few important components in the laboratories, AVL Indi module System, AVL Smoke Meter & AVL Five Gas Analyzer, Chassis Dynamometer – Two/Three/Four Wheeler, Computerized Shock Absorber Test Rig, Computerized Wheel Aligner. 
• The Association of Automobile Engineers (AAE) was instituted in 2002. It conducts technical symposium, guest lectures, and organizes In-plant training and industrial tours for the students.
• SAE Collegiate Club of SVCE is one of the most active clubs of the Southern section of SAE. The members of SAE participate in events like Trek, Industrial Visits, Lectures, Workshops, and Student convention every year.
• Through Automotive Research Cell (ARC) many research and consultancy works are being carried out using modern facilities available in the department and the possible investigations are: (i) Performance, emission and combustion analysis of stationary, HCV CI and SI engines fueled with Diesel, Bio-Diesel, etc. with engine modifications, (ii) Durability test of stationary and automotive engines and its components, (iii) Testing of automotive engine radiators with different coolants and (iv) Testing of Two/Three/Four wheelers including electric and hybrid vehicles using Chassis Dynamometer

Explore more at https://www.svce.ac.in/departments/automobile-engineering   

Companies Visited SVCE in the past 

Reputed core companies like Ashok Leyland, Brakes India, DELPHI-TVS, Hinduja Tech Limited, Hyundai Mobis, Hyundai Motor India Ltd, Komatsu India Pvt Ltd., L&T-ECC, Mu-Sigma, NSK Bearing, Renault Nissan, Royal Enfield, SAME Deutz-Fahr, TAFE, TATA AIG, etc. have visited/visiting our College to recruit Automobile Engineering students. Software companies like Accenture, CTS, Ford Technologies, HCL Technologies, INFOSYS, L&T InfoTech, WIPRO, etc. also visited/ visiting to recruit Automobile Engineering students. 

 

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AUTOMOTIVE COMPONENTS MANUFACTURING 

• Over the last decade, the automotive components industry has registered a CAGR of 10.06 per cent.  The auto-components industry accounted for 2.3 per cent of India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), 25 per cent to its manufacturing GDP and provides employment to 50 lakh people in 2018-19. 
• As per Automobile Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA), automobile component exports from India are expected to reach US$ 80 billion by 2026. The Indian auto component industry aims to achieve US$ 200 billion in revenues by 2026. Turnover of automotive component industry stood at Rs 1.79 lakh crore (US$ 25.61 billion) in FY20 (April-Sept 2019) and exports of auto components grew by 2.7 per cent to Rs 51,397 crore (US$ 7.35 billion) during same time. 
• The Indian government has also set up an ambitious target of having only electric vehicles being sold in the country. Indian auto industry is expected to see 8-12 per cent increase in its hiring during FY19. 
• The Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India has shortlisted 11 cities in the country for introduction of electric vehicles (EVs) in their public transport systems under the FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles in India) scheme. The first phase of the scheme has been extended to March 2019 while In February 2019, the Government of India approved the FAME-II scheme with a fund requirement of Rs 10,000 crore (US$ 1.39 billion) for FY20-22. Number of vehicles supported under FAME scheme has increased to 192,451 units in March 2018 from 5,197 units in June 2015. In 2019, government is preparing to promote FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles in India) Phase II scheme to steer India Electric Vehicles (EV) push.

Why to choose the Department of Automobile Engineering at SVCE ? 

• The Department of Automobile Engineering was established in the year 1999 and it has been accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) since 2006.   
• Choice Based Credit System curriculum allows the students to choose what and when they want to learn courses. This enables them to learn at their own pace and ensures academic success naturally. 
• The department is also setting up a “Centre for Electric Vehicle Research” for the benefit of students to have exposure in emerging areas. 
• Special training is being provided to design and develop Electric & Hybrid Vehicles of various ranges, to design and analyze EV motors, to design and develop EV converters, to select EV batteries and BMS, etc. 
• Hands-on-training is offered to the students in the emerging areas like, IoT, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Electric and Hybrid Vehicles, etc. Students are given exposure in Autonomous vehicles and advanced software like MATLAB, PYTHON, etc. 
• The department also provides a strong practical knowledge in Automotive Engine Testing, Automotive Electrical and Electronics, Modeling and Analysis of Automotive Components, Simulation of Automotive Components, Testing of Fuels and Lubricants, Two and Three Wheeler Servicing, Vehicle Maintenance and Testing. To list a few important components in the laboratories, AVL Indimodule System, AVL Smoke Meter & AVL Five Gas Analyzer, Chassis Dynamometer – Two/Three/Four Wheeler, Computerized Shock Absorber Test Rig, Computerized Wheel Aligner. 
• The Association of Automobile Engineers (AAE) was instituted in 2002. It conducts  technical symposium, guest lectures and organizes In-plant training and industrial tours for the students. 
• SAE Collegiate Club of SVCE is one of the most active Clubs of Southern section of SAE. The members of SAE participate in events like Trek, Industrial Visits, Lectures, Workshops and Student convention every year. 
• Through Automotive Research Cell (ARC) many research and consultancy works are being carried out using modern facilities available in the department and the possible investigations are: (i) Performance, emission and combustion analysis of stationary, HCV CI and SI engines fueled with Diesel, Bio-Diesel, etc. with engine modifications, (ii) Durability test of stationary and automotive engines and its components, (iii) Testing of automotive engine radiators with different coolants and (iv) Testing of Two/Three/Four wheelers including electric and hybrid vehicles using Chassis Dynamometer 

Explore more at https://www.svce.ac.in/departments/automobile-engineering 

Companies Visited SVCE in the past 

Reputed core companies like Ashok Leyland, Brakes India, DELPHI-TVS, Hinduja Tech Limited, Hyundai Mobis, Hyundai Motor India Ltd, Komatsu India Pvt Ltd., L&T-ECC, Mu-Sigma, NSK Bearing, Renault Nissan, Royal Enfield, SAME Deutz-Fahr, TAFE, TATA AIG, etc. have visited/visiting our College to recruit Automobile Engineering students. Software companies like Accenture, CTS, Ford Technologies, HCL Technologies, INFOSYS, L&T InfoTech, WIPRO, etc. also visited/visiting to recruit Automobile Engineering students.