Automotive Industry

The automobile  industry is by far the largest transport sector in the world, powering transport for billions of people every single day. From the industry’s market size at $2.75 trillion in 2020, it’s expected to grow to a massive $3.8 trillion by 2030. In India alone, the automotive market is worth $118 billion. The Indian automobile market is rather unique, with two-wheelers accounting for 80% of the market, with only 13% comprising passenger cars. Analysts believe that by 2026, the Indian market is expected to reach $300 billion.

The evolution of motor vehicles is not only a display of how far our engineering capabilities have come, but a testament to the very human instinct to stay connected and on the move.

Aarna Law has built a considerable legal presence in this industry as an automotive law firm. We have served as legal counsel for several large multinational corporations in the automotive space, extending our legal expertise in matters ranging from drafting agreements, advising them on technical legal queries to representing them before several forums.

Some specific work our automotive lawyers have undertaken is listed hereunder-

  • Conducted extensive due diligence for companies on pending litigation, regulatory compliance of entities that were to be engaged as Official Dealers. We have also advised auto component manufacturers on production of Spare Parts and allied services.
  • Drafting and Vetting of Agreements including Share-Holder Agreements, Licensing Agreements, Dealership Agreements, and Technology Transfer Agreements.
  • Drafted progressive Data Privacy Agreements for large corporations keeping in mind Global Regulatory Requirements as well as the Indian Data Privacy Law and upcoming Regulations.
  • Represented Automotive Companies in Consumer Disputes before the National Consumer Dispute Redressal Commission and State as well as District Level Commissions.
  • Represented Automotive Companies and component manufacturers in disputes before several Courts.

Frequently Asked Questions

We offer comprehensive legal advisory services across the automotive market, covering regulatory compliance, contracts, intellectual property and dispute resolution.

Key regulations include the Motor Vehicles Act, Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR), BS-VI emission standards, Automotive Industry Standards (AIS) and various electric vehicle (EV) policies.

We assist foreign investors in entering the Indian automotive market through FDI, joint ventures, licensing and mergers & acquisitions, ensuring full compliance with applicable regulations.

We support clients in protecting their innovations through patents, trademarks, design rights and trade secret protections, especially for automotive parts manufacturers.

We advise on all legal aspects of the EV ecosystem, including vehicle registration, subsidies under the FAME scheme, battery safety and recycling regulations, charging infrastructure rules and compliance with BIS and CMVR standards. We also assist manufacturers and startups with licensing, approvals and navigating evolving EV-specific regulations in India.

EV manufacturers must comply with safety standards, BIS certifications, FAME policies and infrastructure regulations. We help clients navigate this complex regulatory landscape.

We offer litigation, arbitration and mediation services for contract and technology-related disputes within the automotive sector.

Yes. We assist manufacturers in complying with the Motor Vehicles Act, CMVR, BIS standards and other regulations, including safety features, BS-VI emissions, homologation, vehicle recalls and approvals from bodies like MoRTH, ARAI and SIAM.

We advise clients on legal risks related to defective vehicles, component failures and safety non-compliance. We represent clients in product liability claims under the Consumer Protection Act and help with compensation claims arising from injuries, malfunctions, or design defects.

Absolutely. We provide end-to-end legal support for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and dealership agreements, including due diligence, contract drafting and negotiation, compliance with competition laws and management of IP, licensing and regulatory approvals.

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