Mahindra & Mahindra has inaugurated two advanced testing facilities in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, aimed at enhancing the safety and innovation of its SUVs. The new facilities include a passive safety lab for evaluating vehicle safety under various conditions and a battery and cell research laboratory for advancing cell technology.
The testing centers, established with an investment of over Rs 300 crore, are located 55 kilometers from Mahindra’s Research Valley (MRV), where all of the company’s SUVs are developed. These state-of-the-art labs will allow Mahindra’s engineers to conduct in-depth research and testing to ensure the highest safety standards for their vehicles.
“Safety and sustainability are top priorities for us at Mahindra, and these labs will enable our engineers to design cutting-edge, safe SUVs for our customers,” said Velusamy R, President of Automotive Technology & Product Development at M&M. The new facilities will complement the work done at the MRV and the Mahindra SUV Proving Track (MSPT), where vehicles are put through extensive testing in diverse terrains and simulations.
M&M is an Indian multinational conglomerate primarily involved in the automotive and farm equipment industries. Founded in 1945 as a steel trading company, it soon expanded into manufacturing vehicles, becoming a major player in the Indian automotive market.
Today, M&M is known for its diverse range of vehicles, including SUVs, commercial vehicles, and electric cars. Its popular models, such as the Scorpio, Thar, and XUV series, have established the company as a leader in utility and off-road vehicles.
Mahindra is also a global leader in tractor manufacturing, supplying agricultural equipment across the world. In addition to automobiles and farm equipment, M&M has interests in various sectors such as IT, hospitality, aerospace, and finance, making it a versatile industrial powerhouse. The company places a strong emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and rural development, with ongoing efforts in electric mobility and green technology.
