Tesla Soothes Indian Suppliers Amid Trump Tariff Threat; Auto Parts Stocks in Focus

Elon Musk’s Tesla assures Indian suppliers of unchanged procurement strategy despite Donald Trump’s looming tariff policy, providing relief to component makers like Sona BLW and Motherson Sumi.

Tesla Inc. has reaffirmed its commitment to Indian auto component suppliers, stating that its global procurement strategy will remain unaffected by potential US tariffs on India-made goods, according to people familiar with the matter. The assurance comes at a critical time as the US-India trade pact remains pending, and President Donald Trump pushes ahead with a protectionist tariff agenda.

The American EV giant reportedly conveyed this stance to key Indian partners over the last two weeks, reaffirming its long-term sourcing policy regardless of the political environment. This message eases fears of a supply chain shake-up among Indian manufacturers exporting to Tesla.

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Why This Matters for Indian EV Suppliers and Investors

India is currently negotiating a mini trade deal with the US, aiming to avoid reciprocal tariffs set to kick in after July 31. The potential duties would hit pharma, electronics, and auto components. Affected Indian exporters had raised concerns about disruptions in orders from global OEMs like Tesla.

“Maintaining supply chains makes sense for Tesla,” said a source, citing the complexity of global vendor networks and the strategic importance of India to Tesla’s growth.

Tesla is set to enter the Indian EV market this year, starting with imported models from Berlin, while also leasing 4,000 sq. ft. showroom space in Mumbai.

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