Tata AutoComp Appoints Manoj Kolhatkar as New CEO to Drive Global Expansion and Innovation!

Tata AutoComp Systems has announced the appointment of Manoj Kolhatkar as the new Managing Director and CEO, marking a significant step towards the company’s growth and diversification strategy. With over 20 years of experience in the automotive sector, Kolhatkar’s leadership is expected to propel Tata AutoComp’s global expansion and drive innovation across its product offerings.

Arvind Goel, Chairman of Tata AutoComp, expressed confidence in Kolhatkar’s ability to lead the company into its next phase of growth, citing his extensive industry expertise and leadership within the Tata Group. Kolhatkar’s prior experience includes leadership roles at Tata Motors, Tata AutoComp, and ANAND Group, where he served as Managing Director of Gabriel India and Group Co-COO. His appointment is seen as a key move to further strengthen Tata AutoComp’s position in the automotive components industry.

In a related move, Tata Elxsi, another Tata Group company, has partnered with Suzuki Motor Corporation to establish the ‘SUZUKI-TATA ELXSI Offshore Development Center’ in Pune. This facility will focus on advancing green mobility solutions, including lightweight designs and eco-friendly materials for electric and hybrid vehicles. Tata Elxsi’s expertise in advanced simulations and digital transformation will play a crucial role in developing next-generation powertrains and software-defined vehicles, reinforcing its leadership in sustainable automotive technologies.

With Kolhatkar at the helm, Tata AutoComp and Tata Elxsi are well-positioned to lead the automotive industry in innovation and green mobility, further contributing to India’s sustainability goals and reinforcing Tata’s commitment to the future of transportation.