Kunshan GLVAC Yuantong New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (GLVAC YT) has partnered with Sterling Tools Limited, the second-largest automotive fastener maker in India. Sterling Tools wants to localise the manufacturing of sophisticated High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) contactors and relays in India through its wholly-owned subsidiary Sterling Tech-Mobility Limited. These components are crucial for controlling current flow in electric and hybrid cars.
By FY30, Sterling Tools estimates that this collaboration might bring in about Rs. 250 crore. With an expected expenditure of about Rs. 40 crore, the business intends to build a new production facility in Bengaluru to support this. This plant will manufacture and assemble HVDC contactors and relays, supporting India’s Made in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat programs while also helping to replace imports. By producing these parts in-house, Sterling Tools hopes to provide cutting-edge technology to Indian OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and other businesses, creating a regional ecosystem for the electric and hybrid car industries.
HVDC contactors and relays are key components in electric and hybrid vehicles, responsible for controlling high-voltage electricity between the battery, motor controller or inverter, and other power systems. These components enhance operational efficiency and safety by managing current flow and providing isolation, thereby reducing risks of electrical faults, fires, or explosions.
Anish Agarwal, Director of Sterling Tools Limited, noted the importance of integrating advanced safety measures within the expanding electric and hybrid vehicle markets. He emphasised that Sterling Tools is committed to strengthening safety in EV and HEV systems. He added that manufacturing HVDC contactors and relays at the new Bengaluru facility will make these components more accessible and affordable for OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers in India.
Li Qinghua, General Manager at GLVAC YT, described India as a key market, adding that the partnership with Sterling Tools aligns with the objective of supporting the country’s electric mobility efforts. Combining GLVAC’s technical expertise with Sterling’s manufacturing capabilities, the partnership aims to deliver high-quality EV components to the Indian market, contributing to a sustainable future in the EV industry.
Through its subsidiary, Sterling Tech-Mobility, Sterling Tools plans to increase local production of electric vehicle components and electrical systems, strengthening India’s EV supply chain while reducing import reliance. With the Indian EV market expected to grow significantly, this partnership positions both companies to capitalise on emerging opportunities in green mobility.
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