India’s electric vehicle (EV) dreams have hit a speed bump. The country’s auto sector is reeling under pressure as China tightens its grip on rare earth element exports, triggering production delays and a sharp decline in automobile stock performance.
📉 Auto Stocks Skid on Supply Concerns
The Nifty Auto index has slipped 1.6% in the past five trading sessions, with major players like Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Bajaj Auto, TVS Motor, and Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) bearing the brunt.
Among the worst-hit stocks:
- Samvardhan Motherson International: -1.4%
- Ashok Leyland: -0.82%
- M&M, Bharat Forge, and Maruti Suzuki also witnessed significant dips.
Over the past year, the auto index has declined by 5%, highlighting mounting pressure from global supply chain disruptions.
⚙️ What’s Behind the Crisis?
At the core of the turmoil is China’s export clampdown on rare earth elements, including neodymium and praseodymium—vital elements used in EV motors, braking systems, and steering controls. These magnets are essential for producing energy-efficient vehicles.
With shipments delayed due to Beijing’s new export licensing rules for rare earth element, Indian manufacturers are struggling to secure critical components, derailing production lines across the industry.
🔌 EV Launches and Production Hit
India’s rapidly growing EV sector is particularly vulnerable. Maruti Suzuki has cut its production forecast for the e-Vitara by two-thirds for the first half of FY26.
“A disruption lasting beyond a month can impact EV launches, affect production, and weigh on the sector’s growth momentum,” warned a statement from CRISIL Ratings.
Upcoming EVs likely to be delayed include:
🛠️ Government and Industry Respond
The Indian government has stepped in. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed that negotiations with China are underway, alongside efforts to ramp up domestic rare earth element mining and sourcing. But bureaucratic red tape and China’s dominant position in global rare earth supply mean a quick resolution is unlikely.
🔍 Market Outlook
- Analysts suggest diversifying supply chains and investing in local alternatives will be key for India’s auto resilience.
- Investors are closely watching for government stimulus or policy interventions aimed at shielding EV manufacturers from prolonged disruption.
🧲 Conclusion
This rare earth element clampdown serves as a wake-up call for India’s auto and EV industries. As global supply chains grow more volatile, self-reliance in strategic minerals could determine the future of India’s mobility revolution.
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