Supply Chain & Export Logistics for Automotive Parts Manufacturers
ONS Logistics delivers end-to-end logistics solutions for automotive component manufacturers — from JIT inbound supply chain to export freight for OEM and aftermarket parts.
- Pan-India & international coverage
- Transparent pricing, zero hidden charges
- End-to-end shipment tracking
Automotive Components
Specialized Logistics
Precision Logistics for a Zero-Tolerance Industry
The automotive industry runs on precision. OEM supply chains operate on Just-in-Time (JIT) schedules where a late delivery can halt an assembly line. Export aftermarket parts must arrive damage-free and documentation-compliant to maintain buyer relationships.
ONS Logistics has built an automotive logistics practice that understands these stakes. Our team coordinates inbound raw material supply, inter-plant transfers, finished goods export, and reverse logistics for automotive component manufacturers across Punjab and North India.
Automotive Logistics Services
JIT & Scheduled Delivery:: Time-definite road freight for OEM supply chains — with contingency planning for delays.
Export Freight:: Sea and air freight for automotive parts to international OEMs, distributors, and aftermarket buyers.
Specialised Packaging:: Rust-preventive packaging, VCI bags, wooden dunnage, and custom crating for precision parts and assemblies.
Multi-Modal Transport:: Road-to-rail-to-port coordination for cost-optimised long-haul movements.
Customs & Trade Compliance:: HS code guidance, duty drawback filing, and export documentation for automotive parts.
3PL Warehousing:: Managed warehousing with inventory visibility, bin management, and kitting for automotive clients.
India's Growing Automotive Export Opportunity
India has emerged as a significant global hub for automotive component manufacturing, with exports exceeding $21 billion in FY2024. Punjab-based manufacturers supply components to global OEMs in Germany, Japan, the USA, and increasingly to EV manufacturers.
ONS Logistics positions Indian automotive exporters to compete globally by ensuring their supply chains are as efficient as their competitors in Thailand, Mexico, and China. We help manufacturers meet OEM audit requirements, maintain delivery performance records, and reduce landed freight costs through optimised routing.
Your Automotive Components Logistics Questions, Answered
Everything you need to know before partnering with ONS Logistics for your industry's freight needs.
Our JIT service uses dedicated vehicles on fixed schedules, GPS-tracked in real time, with a dispatch team monitoring each run. We maintain buffer time at key transit points and have contingency vehicle arrangements to handle breakdowns or delays without impacting your customer.
VCI (Volatile Corrosion Inhibitor) packaging uses chemicals that vaporise and coat metal surfaces with a protective molecular layer, preventing rust during storage and transit. It's essential for steel, iron, and aluminium automotive parts shipped over long sea freight distances.
Yes. The EU's End-of-Life Vehicles (ELV) directive restricts hazardous materials in automotive components. We advise on documentation requirements and can coordinate with your engineering team to ensure compliance declarations are accurate for EU customs.
Our customs team assists with IGST refund claims and All Industry Rate (AIR) duty drawback filings for automotive component exports. Proper documentation during export significantly reduces the time taken to receive drawback credits.
EV batteries are classified as Dangerous Goods (UN 3480/3481). We have certified DG staff and can coordinate air and sea freight for lithium battery assemblies with full IATA/IMDG compliance, including UN testing certifications and emergency response documentation.
Yes. We offer full 3PL services including dedicated warehousing, inventory management, inbound/outbound coordination, and reporting for automotive clients. Our system integrates with your ERP for real-time inventory visibility.
Continue Reading
India's Automotive Export Boom: Opportunity for Component Makers
How Indian auto component manufacturers can capitalise on growing global demand and position themselves in OEM supply chains.
Just-in-Time Logistics: How to Build a Reliable Supply Chain
The principles of JIT delivery and how automotive suppliers can reduce inventory costs while meeting OEM requirements.
Maximising Duty Drawback for Automotive Component Exports
A practical guide to claiming IGST refunds and AIR duty drawback to reduce the net cost of exporting automotive parts.
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