A
tour of Hindustan Motor's Tiruvallur plant is a journey
into the making of what was named the best premium mid-size
car on the Indian roads (by JD Power Asia Pacific 2000
India Initial Quality Study).
An
Assembly line of Lancers
Welding
in progress
The
chassis is worked on by an assembly line mechanic.
Touch
up area - The car body, after the paint job, is inspected
meticulously for any defects.
Inspection
area - The car is checked here for overall quality.
The
Engine being mounted on a Lancer.
Final
fittings - Small parts, like rubber washers and bolts,
are fitted
The
final outcome from this factory - a stunning piece of
engineering beauty
