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Chennai, also known as the "Detroit of India", is a major hub for the automobile industry in India. The city has a strong industrial base and is home to several leading automotive manufacturers, both domestic and international.

Chennai is the hub of Automobile industry in India. From bicycles to battle tanks "B to B", everything that moves is manufactured at Chennai. Apart from auto majors, Chennai has a number of plants making auto components, electrical machinery, light engineering goods, consumer durables, leather, textiles, garments and many more.

Some of the major automobile companies with manufacturing plants in Chennai include Ford, Hyundai, Renault Nissan, BMW, Daimler, Ashok Leyland, and TVS Motors. These companies have invested heavily in the city, and their manufacturing plants in Chennai produce a wide range of vehicles, including cars, trucks, buses, and motorcycles.


Chennai's strategic location, well-established infrastructure, availability of skilled labor, and favorable government policies have contributed to the growth of the automobile industry in the city. The Tamil Nadu government has also set up industrial parks and special economic zones to promote the growth of the automotive sector in the state.

Apart from manufacturing, Chennai is also home to several research and development centers of automobile companies, as well as a number of engineering colleges and institutes that offer specialized courses in automobile engineering.

The automobile industry in Chennai has had a significant impact on the city's economy, providing employment opportunities to thousands of people, and contributing to the city's overall growth and development.