Milestone marks a decade of Indo-German collaboration and shared commitment to ‘Make in India’
Bangalore , June 16, 2025 — Setting a new milestone & fostering its strong partnership with BMW Group India, Force Motors today announced the roll-out of the 100,000th engine from its state-of-the-art engine assembly facility in Chennai. A BMW X5 has received this special 100,000th engine.
This landmark not only reiterates a significant achievement in volume but also emphasizes on the success of a decade-long partnership built on engineering excellence, shared values, and a firm commitment to the ‘Make in India’ initiative.
The commemorative roll-out was carried out in the presence of dignitaries from both Force Motors Ltd. as well as the BMW Group, namely Mr. Marcus Wollens, Vice President, BMW-Production Network 2, BMW AG & Mr. Thomas Dose, Managing Director, BMW Group Plant Chennai, along with Mr. Prasan Firodia, Managing Director, Force Motors Ltd.
Established in 2015, the Chennai facility was set up exclusively to manufacture engines for the full range of BMW cars produced in India. With advanced automated lines, stringent quality controls, digitally integrated operations & highly skilled employees, the Chennai facility meets BMW Group’s global manufacturing standards while contributing significantly to its India operations. Over the years, it has become a vital part of BMW Group’s localization strategy, ensuring seamless integration of global excellence with local capabilities.
Mr. Marcus Wollens, Vice President, BMW Production Network 2, BMW AG said, “We are thrilled to celebrate roll-out of the 100,000th BMW engine at Force Motors Chennai Plant which is result of a decade of outstanding partnership and dedication. Our engines stand for excellent engineering, innovative technology and high performance. This partnership reinforces BMW Group’s commitment to deliver world-class products in India. The 100,000th engine milestone stands as a testament to our shared vision and exemplifies the robust Indo-German synergy that continues to thrive.”
Mr. Thomas Dose, Managing Director, BMW Group Plant Chennai said, “BMW Group Plant Chennai takes pride in producing cars that have the same international quality standards as any of the BMW Group production and assembly facilities worldwide. Our valuable partnership with Force Motors sets higher benchmarks not only in quality standards but also in our steadfast commitment to ‘Make in India’ and localisation. The roll-out of 100,000th engine is a proud moment that reflects the strength of our robust cooperation with Force Motors.”
Also sharing his views on the occasion, Mr. Prasan Firodia, Managing Director of Force Motors Ltd. added, “This year marks a decade that the Force Motors’ state-of-the-art engine assembly plant in Chennai has been in operation and it gives us immense pleasure to be able to celebrate this significant roll-out of the 100,000th engine. We are honoured to be a trusted and strategic partner to BMW Group in India, and this milestone stands testimony to the commitment, precision, and quality that this collaboration resonates.
“As BMW Group India continues to expand its presence, Force Motors remains committed to supporting its growth through best-in-class manufacturing, operational excellence and in playing a role in making world-class automotive components in India,” he concluded.
The collaboration between BMW Group India and Force Motors is an outstanding example of what Indo-German industrial cooperation can achieve. Both companies have worked closely to deliver high-performance powertrains that go into some of BMW’s most popular models in India, supporting the broader goal of building world-class products within the country. The successful roll-out of 100,000 engines is not just a manufacturing accomplishment—it is a testament to vision, collaboration, and execution at scale.
