Archive · 25 Jan 2026
Uno Minda's Kaul on India's evolving aftermarket accessories sector
Vishal Kaul from Uno Minda talked about how the car accessories market in India is changing.
People are now more interested in adding new technology to their existing cars instead of buying new ones.
This includes things like better infotainment systems, smart lighting, and safety features.
The rise of electric vehicles is also changing what kind of accessories people want.
However, there are challenges like fake products and supply chain issues.
By 2026, the market is expected to focus more on safety and efficiency upgrades, with a mix of electric, CNG, and regular fuel vehicles.
The Indian automotive aftermarket is rapidly evolving due to electrification, connected technologies, and changing consumer tastes.
Consumers are increasingly preferring to 'tech-refresh' their existing cars with advanced infotainment, smart lighting, and safety features.
The EV revolution is driving demand for electronic, software-driven, and lifestyle-oriented accessories.
Challenges in the sector include counterfeit products and supply chain issues, with a focus on educating consumers about safety risks.
By 2026, the aftermarket is expected to focus on functional upgrades like LED lighting, sensor integration, and intelligent CNG solutions.
- Who
- Vishal Kaul, President and Business Head of Uno Minda Aftermarket
- What
- The evolution of India's automotive aftermarket sector driven by EV revolution, customization trends, and safety concerns
- When
- Present and future outlook for 2026
- Where
- India
- Why
- To understand the changing consumer preferences and market dynamics in the automotive aftermarket
- Interviewee
- Vishal Kaul, President and Business Head, Uno Minda Aftermarket
- Key Trends
- EV revolution, vehicle customization, safety concerns
- Consumer Preferences
- Tech-refreshing existing cars, advanced infotainment, smart lighting
- Challenges
- Counterfeit products, supply chain issues
- Future Focus
- Functional upgrades, LED lighting, sensor integration, CNG solutions
- Market Outlook
- Technological maturity by 2026, coexistence of EVs, CNG, and conventional fuels