Introduction:-
The Indian Tyre Industry is a critical part of the Auto Sector and there is a huge interdependent on those of the Automobile players. The Indian tyre industry accounts for approximately 5.0% of the Global tyredemandgeneratingrevenuesofapproximately`30,000cr for FY2011. Out of which 90-95% has come from the domestic market. There are around 40 tyre manufacturers in India and the top 10 tyre player’s account for approximately 90-95% of the total tyre production in India. The growth in domestic tyre industry was negatively impacted by the global slowdown in2009.Nevertheless,the industry experienced are mark able recovery in 2010. This growth was primarily driven by strong revival in automobile demand on the back of improvement in macro economy and easing of interest rates.
The Indian Tyre Industry produced 119.2 mn units of tyres (1.5mntonnes) in 2010‐11. On an average, In Indian early 60.0% of the production is for replacement market, followed by 25.0% sold to OEMs directly and the balance is exported. Globally, the OEM segment constitutes 30.0% of the tyre market, exports 10.0% and the balance from replacement market. Exports turnover for India during 2010‐11 stood at `3,600cr.
Segmental Breakup of Industry Turnover FY11:
The Indian Tyre industry is characterized by its raw material intensity (Raw material costs account for approximately 70% of turnover). There exists huge competition among the top few players who dominate the market and that results in low margins. These players are constantly focused on advertising, branding their products and strengthening their distribution network by increasing dealer network so as to increase their market share.
References: CASE STUDY LINKS :- http://www.supplychaincanada.org/assets/u/CaseStudyNewTires.pdf http://www.drivingforbetterbusiness.com/casestudies/michelin.aspx COMPANY WEBSITES LINKS: www.mrftyres.com www.apollotyres.com www.bridgestone.co.in NEWS ARTICLES:- http://www.business-standard.com/article/markets/tyre-makers-cut-prices-on-high-inventory-poor-demand-113032100530_1.html http://www.tyrepress.com/News/51/north_america/27616.html