Tenneco, a leading global automotive supplier, has appointed Arvind Chandra as the Chief Executive Officer of Tenneco India. In this role, Chandra will oversee the company’s Clean Air, Monroe Ride Solutions (MRS), Champion Ignition, and Powertrain (Bearings and Sealings) businesses across India. His appointment marks a significant step in Tenneco’s strategy to accelerate its growth and innovation in one of its most key markets.
Chandra brings with him over two decades of leadership experience in the automotive industry. His professional journey includes senior roles at Delphi, Wabco, Faurecia (now Forvia), and Minda Corporation. Most recently, he served as India CEO at Aliaxis Group. Throughout his career, Chandra has led diverse functions including manufacturing, marketing, sales, engineering, global business planning, and C-suite leadership across geographies.
Commenting on the appointment, Jim Voss, CEO of Tenneco, said:
“India continues to be a critical growth engine for Tenneco. Arvind’s leadership, global perspective, and deep understanding of the Indian automotive ecosystem will help us scale further, innovate faster, and deliver greater value to our customers and partners across the region.”
In his new role, Chandra will work closely with Rishi Verma, President of Tenneco India, who will now report directly to him. Verma will continue to lead day-to-day operations while taking on expanded responsibilities that include oversight of the piston, rings, valve seats, and guides (VSG) business under Tenneco’s Powertrain Solutions division. The existing leadership structure reporting to Verma will remain unchanged.
Under Chandra’s leadership, Tenneco India is expected to focus on:
- Accelerating business growth and strengthening customer partnerships, both local and global
- Advancing innovation in lightweight and cost-effective solutions tailored to regional needs
- Establishing India as a global hub for manufacturing and cross-functional excellence
Tenneco has a well-established presence in India, with multiple manufacturing facilities and a growing workforce that supports both domestic and international customers. The company remains committed to long-term investments in the region, reinforcing its focus on growth, innovation, and operational excellence.
About Tenneco
Tenneco is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of automotive products serving both original equipment and aftermarket customers. Through its DRiV, Performance Solutions, Clean Air, and Powertrain divisions, the company delivers cutting-edge technology solutions for light vehicles, commercial trucks, off-highway, industrial, motorsport, and aftermarket applications—advancing global mobility for a cleaner and more efficient future.
