The Power List 2026: Automobile & EV Mobility

Recognising Asia's Most Influential Leaders in Mobility

Asia is redefining how the world moves, and the Power List 2026 honours the leaders driving that change. These automotive executives, EV pioneers, battery and component manufacturers, and mobility innovators have delivered real results in production, adoption, and charging infrastructure. The list recognises leaders who are balancing the strength of traditional manufacturing with the speed of electrification, building supply chains, and making cleaner, smarter mobility accessible to millions.

Top Automobile Power List

Anish Shah
ANISH SHAH
MD & Group CEO Mahindra & Mahindra
#Automobile

Anish Shah, Managing Director and Group CEO of Mahindra & Mahindra, is recognised as one of Asia's Most Influential Leaders 2026 in the SpeakIn Power List™. He leads the Mahindra Group, one of India's largest and most diversified conglomerates, with businesses spanning automobiles, farm equipment, financial services, and technology.

Since becoming Group CEO, Anish Shah has driven a sharper focus on capital allocation, return on investment, and scalable growth. Under his leadership, Mahindra has built strong momentum in India's SUV market, invested in a dedicated electric vehicle platform, and strengthened its position as one of the world's leading tractor manufacturers.

Known for a data-driven, performance-first leadership style, Anish Shah has positioned the Mahindra Group for long-term value creation. His inclusion in the SpeakIn Power List 2026 recognises his impact on the automobile and EV mobility industry in India and across Asia.

#SpeakInPowerList #SpeakIn #AsiaLeaders2026 #VisionaryLeadership #GroupCEO #Mahindra #AutomotiveIndustry #SUV #EVMobility #FarmEquipment #India #TopCEO #IndustryTrailblazer

View Profile →
Masakazu Yoshimura
Masakazu Yoshimura
MD & CEO Toyota Kirloskar
#Automobile

Masakazu Yoshimura, Managing Director and CEO of Toyota Kirloskar Motor, is recognised as one of Asia's Most Influential Leaders 2026 in the SpeakIn Power List™. He leads Toyota's Indian joint venture, one of the country's most trusted passenger vehicle manufacturers.

Under Masakazu Yoshimura's leadership, Toyota Kirloskar Motor has expanded production capacity, strengthened its supplier and localisation base, and grown its presence across key vehicle segments. He has championed Toyota's multi-pathway approach to decarbonisation, combining strong hybrid technology with other cleaner mobility options suited to Indian conditions.

Known for bringing Toyota's global manufacturing excellence and quality culture to India, he has also supported skill development and the Make in India mission. His inclusion in the SpeakIn Power List 2026 recognises his contribution to the automotive sector.

#SpeakInPowerList #SpeakIn #AsiaLeaders2026 #VisionaryLeadership #ManagingDirector #CEO #ToyotaKirloskar #ToyotaIndia #HybridTechnology #MakeInIndia #India #TopCEO #IndustryTrailblazer

View Profile →
Dr Pawan Munjal
Dr. Pawan Munjal
Executive Chairman Hero MotoCorp
#Automobile

Dr. Pawan Munjal, Executive Chairman of Hero MotoCorp, is recognised as one of Asia's Most Influential Leaders 2026 in the SpeakIn Power List™. He leads one of the world's largest manufacturers of motorcycles and scooters, a brand trusted by millions of riders across India and international markets.

Over decades of leadership, Dr. Pawan Munjal has helped scale Hero MotoCorp's manufacturing, research and development, and distribution, while expanding its footprint into markets across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. His focus includes premium motorcycles, global growth, and the company's entry into electric two-wheelers.

Known for long-term vision and a strong commitment to social impact, including road safety and community development, Dr. Pawan Munjal has made affordable mobility a reality for millions. His inclusion in the SpeakIn Power List 2026 recognises his lasting contribution to India's automobile industry.

#SpeakInPowerList #SpeakIn #AsiaLeaders2026 #VisionaryLeadership #ExecutiveChairman #HeroMotoCorp #TwoWheelers #EVMobility #GlobalExpansion #India #TopLeader #IndustryTrailblazer

View Profile →
Rajiv Bajaj
Rajiv Bajaj
MD Bajaj Auto
#Automobile

Rajiv Bajaj, Managing Director of Bajaj Auto, is recognised as one of Asia's Most Influential Leaders 2026 in the SpeakIn Power List™. He leads one of the world's leading manufacturers of motorcycles and three-wheelers, and one of India's largest automotive exporters.

Under Rajiv Bajaj's leadership, Bajaj Auto has built strong global brands, a focused product strategy, and a large international business. He is known for a contrarian, first-principles approach to strategy, reflected in innovations such as the world's first CNG motorcycle and the electric revival of the iconic Chetak brand.

His emphasis on brand clarity, engineering excellence, and profitability has made Bajaj Auto one of the most valuable two-wheeler companies in the world. His inclusion in the SpeakIn Power List 2026 recognises his influence on India's automobile and EV mobility industry.

#SpeakInPowerList #SpeakIn #AsiaLeaders2026 #VisionaryLeadership #ManagingDirector #BajajAuto #TwoWheelers #Innovation #EVMobility #GlobalExports #India #TopCEO #IndustryTrailblazer

View Profile →
Santosh Iyer
Santosh Iyer
MD & CEO Mercedes-Benz India
#Automobile

Santosh Iyer, Managing Director and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India, is recognised as one of Asia's Most Influential Leaders 2026 in the SpeakIn Power List™. He leads India's leading luxury car manufacturer, known for its premium sedans, SUVs, and electric luxury vehicles.

A long-serving leader within Mercedes-Benz India, Santosh Iyer held senior roles across sales, marketing, and customer experience before taking charge as MD & CEO. Under his leadership, the company has focused on high-end models, expanded its luxury electric vehicle portfolio, and modernised its retail and customer engagement model for the Indian market.

Known for combining global brand discipline with a sharp understanding of Indian luxury buyers, Santosh Iyer has kept Mercedes-Benz at the forefront of India's luxury automotive segment. His inclusion in the SpeakIn Power List 2026 recognises his influence on the country's premium mobility market.

#SpeakInPowerList #SpeakIn #AsiaLeaders2026 #VisionaryLeadership #ManagingDirector #CEO #MercedesBenzIndia #LuxuryAutomotive #LuxuryEV #CustomerExperience #India #TopCEO #IndustryTrailblazer

View Profile →
Shailesh Chandra
Shailesh Chandra
MD & CEO Tata Motors PV
#Automobile

Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director and CEO of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, is recognised as one of Asia's Most Influential Leaders 2026 in the SpeakIn Power List™. He leads Tata Motors' passenger vehicle and electric mobility businesses, which have played a defining role in India's EV adoption.

Shailesh Chandra was central to the revival of Tata Motors' passenger vehicle business and to establishing the company as a pioneer in India's electric car market. His strategy has focused on making electric vehicles practical and affordable for mainstream Indian buyers, while building the wider ecosystem of charging, financing, and after-sales support.

Known for strategic clarity and strong execution, Shailesh Chandra has helped move electric mobility from a niche choice to a mainstream option in India. His inclusion in the SpeakIn Power List 2026 recognises his leadership in clean mobility and the automobile industry.

#SpeakInPowerList #SpeakIn #AsiaLeaders2026 #VisionaryLeadership #ManagingDirector #CEO #TataMotors #EVRevolution #ElectricVehicles #CleanMobility #India #TopCEO #IndustryTrailblazer

View Profile →
Tarun Garg
TARUN GARG
MD & CEO Hyundai Motor India
#Automobile

Tarun Garg, Managing Director and CEO of Hyundai Motor India, is recognised as one of Asia's Most Influential Leaders 2026 in the SpeakIn Power List™. He is the first Indian to lead Hyundai Motor India, one of the country's largest passenger vehicle manufacturers and exporters.

With extensive experience in automotive sales, marketing, and customer strategy, Tarun Garg brings a deep understanding of the Indian car buyer. His priorities include strengthening Hyundai's SUV portfolio, expanding its dealer and service network, growing exports, and leading the company's transition toward electric vehicles in India.

Known for a customer-first, results-driven approach, Tarun Garg represents a new generation of Indian leadership in global automotive companies. His inclusion in the SpeakIn Power List 2026 recognises his contribution to the growth of India's automobile industry.

#SpeakInPowerList #SpeakIn #AsiaLeaders2026 #VisionaryLeadership #ManagingDirector #CEO #HyundaiIndia #AutomotiveIndustry #PassengerVehicles #EVMobility #India #TopCEO #IndustryTrailblazer

View Profile →