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A Study on Change Management of Select Automobile Companies

Issue Abstract

Abstract

            The Automobile industry Comprises a wide range of companies and organizations involved in the design, development, manufacturing, marketing, selling, repairing and modification of motor vehicles. It is a Significant Contributor to the Indian economy and provides employment to millions of people directly and indirectly. The industry comprises of different segments, including passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, two wheelers and tractors. The Automobile is made up of two word auto (self) + Mobile (movable). Automobile refers to self-movable vehicles without the help of man or animal force. The automobile vehicle is used for transportation of goods and passenger by various means road, track, water or airway. Automobile industry did not exist in India in the real sense before independence. Only assembly work was done from the imported parts. General Motors (India) Ltd. Started assembling trucks and cars in 1928 in their factory at Mumbai. Automobile Industry in India has made considerable programs during the last three decades.

Keywords: Automobile, Change Management


Author Information
M.R.Kanimozhi Research Scholar, Annamalai University Dr. L. Ganeshamoorthy Research Supervisor, Govt. Arts College Mannalmedu, Mayiladudurai.
Issue No
3
Volume No
8
Issue Publish Date
05 Mar 2026
Issue Pages
35-50

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