First Cars in India

First Car Built in India: Hindustan 10

The Hindustan 10, also known as the Hindustan Motor or HM 10, was the first car built in India. Manufactured by Hindustan Motors Limited, the Hindustan 10 production began in 1949. It was based on the British Morris Ten and played a significant role in kickstarting the Indian automobile industry.

First Indian Indigenous Car: Tata Indica

The Tata Indica, introduced in 1998, holds the distinction of being the first fully indigenous passenger car developed and manufactured in India. It was a significant milestone for the Indian automobile industry and showcased the engineering capabilities of Tata Motors.

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First Indian to Own a Car:

The first Indian to own a car was Mr. Jamshedji Tata, the founder of the Tata Group. He purchased the first car in India, a French-made car, in the early 20th century. This marked the beginning of automobile ownership in India and set the stage for the growth of the Indian car industry.