India Tyre Exports Hit Record Rs 273.12 Billion

India’s tyre exports reached a record Rs 273.12 billion in FY2025-26, strengthening the country’s position in global tyre supply despite trade volatility and logistics pressure. Data released by India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and cited by the Automotive Tyre Manufacturers Association, showed exports rose 9% year on year in the financial year ended 31 March 2026.

A second year of export growth

The latest result follows another 9% rise in FY2024-25, when Indian tyre exports reached Rs 250.57 billion. That gives the sector two consecutive years of export growth during a period marked by higher freight costs, supply-chain disruption and uncertainty in global trade policy.

ATMA Chairman Arun Mammen said the export performance came “despite significant disruptions in global supply chains, elevated logistics costs, and trade-related uncertainties across major markets.” His comments point to the sector’s ability to maintain overseas demand while managing cost and policy pressure.

US remains the largest destination

The United States remained the largest export market for Indian tyres, accounting for Rs 40.82 billion, or 15% of total export value. Germany followed with 7%, while Italy and Brazil each accounted for 5%. France represented a further 4% of Indian tyre export value.

The US position is significant for tyre manufacturers because the market has also carried tariff pressure. Tyre News previously reported that higher US duties on Indian imports created fresh exposure for exporters serving American buyers, particularly where margins were already affected by shipping and compliance costs.

For UK and European tyre businesses, the figures add further evidence of India’s expanding role in global tyre supply. Indian manufacturers are no longer viewed only as regional producers. Their export reach now covers more than 170 countries, with growing visibility across replacement, commercial and specialist tyre segments.

This export performance also supports the wider rise of Indian tyre manufacturers in global rankings. Tyre News recently reported that MRF, Apollo Tyres, JK Tyre and CEAT had all entered the world’s top 20 tyre makers by 2024 sales, signalling a stronger international presence for India’s domestic industry.

European relevance continues to build

The European market is becoming especially relevant. Germany, Italy and France are all among India’s leading tyre export destinations, while Indian manufacturers continue to build distribution, brand presence and local market capability across the region.

That trend is already visible in company-level activity. Tyre News reported in May that CEAT was building local European presence across key markets, a move that reflects the wider export-led ambitions of Indian tyre makers.

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