TVS Legacy

Founded in 1911 by T. V. Sundaram Iyengar, the TVS Holdings has built a legacy of trust, quality, and excellence. As one of India's leading conglomerates, TVS consistently sets industry benchmarks through its commitment to innovation and integrity.

TVS Legacy

Established over 113 years ago, TVS Holdings has transformed from a regional bus service into a multi-industry leader. With a legacy built on Trust and Customer Obsession, the group has expanded into automotive, logistics, finance, electronics, and real estate.

Guided by its core values— Trust, Customer Obsession, Value Maximisation, Exactness, Speed & Agility, and a Disruptive Mindset—TVS Group remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation. Every venture reflects these principles, focusing on delivering exceptional value and fostering excellence across all sectors.

TVS Legacy

1911

Launches South India’s first rural bus service

1929

TVS brings General Motors to South India

1946

Southern Roadways starts serving the transport needs of India.

1954

IMPAL begins trading auto spares

1962

Lucas TVS formed to make Auto Electricals.

1964

Brakes India begins operations. Sundaram Clayton starts producing Brake Actuation equipment.

1978

Sundaram Clayton Limited opens two-wheeler plant in Hosur.

1984

TVS Srichakra starts operations

1986

TVS Electronics launches Printers and keyboards.

2001

TVS Motor
Company formed

2012

TVS Forays into real estate as TVS Emerald

TVS VALUES

Trust

We demonstrate transparency & fairness in all dealings and honour all commitments diligently

Customer Obsession

We possess a strong mindset to delight customers beyond one’s stated call of duty. We proactively understand and address customer needs with deep insight, customer intimacy & empathy

Value Maximisation

We continuously find ways to deliver / create highest value for customers and all other stakeholders every time and in everything we do

Exactness

We are fact based, clear and sharp in thinking, action and communication – driven by relentless reflection to identify root causes, rigorous execution of solutions, and expressed in simple and clear manner

Speed and Agility

We are willing to move fast, with freedom We aim to take every action with speed and rigour, without any bureaucracy

Disruptive Mindset

We think unconstrained and always challenge the status quo We create and grasp opportunities with boldness and determination