New Delhi, July 7 -- A surge in electric vehicle sales turned India into a net importer of auto components in the financial year 2026, snapping a two-year run as a net exporter.

According to data released by the Automobile Component Manufacturers Association (Acma) on Tuesday, India imported components worth $25.4 billion in FY26, a growth of 13%. Imports grew 7% in FY25. Exports at $24 billion grew 5%, slower than the 8% growth seen in FY25, amid tariff headwinds and the West Asia war.

The surge in imports resulted in a $1.4 billion deficit, compared with a $0.5 billion surplus in the financial year 2025.

"There was strong growth in the domestic market, especially in electric vehicles. As the level localisation is low in electric vehi...