A Ford India Confirming this in an official response, the spokesperson said, “After careful review, we have decided not to pursue EV manufacturing for export from any Indian plant.” We are grateful to the government for approving our proposal under the Production Linked Incentives and have been supportive as we continue our search.
Ford EcoSport (Discontinued in India)
Ford India was among the companies that were selected under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) benefit scheme of the Government of India. This created possibilities for Ford to produce EVs in India for domestic sales as well as exports.
After exiting the Indian market in 2021, Ford continued to explore alternative opportunities for its existing manufacturing facilities in India. As part of this effort, the company had applied for conditions under the PLI scheme to manufacture electric vehicles and sell them from a single plant to global markets. Now with EV production from India, the company may go ahead with its initial plans to sell both its factories in Gujarat and Ford. Tamil Nadu,
Ford Mustang (left), Mustang Mach-E (right)
However, no changes to Ford’s short sales presence in India have been announced yet. After exiting September 2021, the company continued to sell its high-end global models such as the Mustang and Mustang Mach-E electric SUVs through the CKD and CBU routes. Owners of models such as Figo, EcoSport, Aspire, Freestyle and Endeavor can expect continued parts support from Ford Service Depots in Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, Sanand and Kolkata.