“The India–EU FTA is a milestone for the automotive sector, and we are proud that FADA could contribute meaningfully to its shaping. On the request of Hon’ble Commerce & Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal ji, FADA undertook a focused study—combining inputs from select European OEMs with rigorous data analysis—and submitted a detailed representation to the Ministry. We later briefed the Minister in person and engaged with the Secretary leading the India–EU negotiations.
The calibrated tariff glide path, TRQ safeguards, and protection for India’s EV trajectory announced today closely reflect the balanced recommendations we had placed on record. With over 95% of European OEM sales already locally manufactured, this FTA strengthens Make-in-India, expands consumer choic,e and opens reciprocal export opportunities for Indian OEMs.
FADA remains committed to providing evidence-led, industry-grounded perspectives that support India’s ambition to emerge as a global mobility hub.”
