New Delhi - China strengthened its position as India’s largest source of auto component imports in FY26, accounting for 36% of the country’s total imports, according to the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA). The rise highlights India’s continued dependence on Chinese suppliers for key automotive parts despite ongoing efforts to boost domestic manufacturing and diversify supply chains.

ACMA’s latest industry data showed that imports from China continued to outpace those from other major sourcing markets, driven by strong demand for electronics, electric vehicle (EV) components, precision parts, and other high-value automotive products. The . . .