New Delhi, Feb. 25 -- India is emerging as an engineering base for global components majors such as Tenneco Inc., BorgWarner Inc., and Valeo SE, which are expanding their manufacturing footprint in the country.

Indian engineering teams are increasingly working alongside counterparts in the US and Europe to develop advanced vehicle technologies, including new suspension systems, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and electric vehicle (EV) components, according to top executives.

The push comes as India finalizes free trade agreements (FTAs) with major economies, including the European Union (EU) and the US, a policy pivot expected to ease technological partnerships. It also coincides with strong domestic momentum, as the world's f...