Maruti Suzuki e Vitara BEV Production Begins in Gujarat
Why in the news
Maruti Suzuki commenced manufacturing of the e Vitara, its first Made-in-India battery electric vehicle (BEV), with overseas shipments planned at once.
Key facts
- Model: e Vitara, Maruti Suzuki’s first BEV.
- Plant: Suzuki Motor Gujarat Private Ltd.
- Export market: the first batch is headed to Europe in August 2025.
- Significance: marks India’s entry into mass-scale electric vehicle exports.
At a glance
| Point | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Maruti Suzuki |
| Vehicle type | Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) |
| Manufacturing site | Suzuki Motor Gujarat Private Ltd. |
| First shipment | Europe, August 2025 |
Exam angle
- Model name: e Vitara.
- Production state: Gujarat.
- First export destination: Europe.