India develops magnet-free EV motors to reduce reliance on China for rare earths

India is accelerating development of magnet-free EV motors to reduce reliance on China for rare earths. Sterling Gtake E-Mobility is fast-tracking trials of these motors, with seven Indian automakers reviewing designs for potential early production within a year. China's export curbs on rare earths, vital for EV components, have prompted Indian firms to explore alternative technologies and domestic processing capabilities.