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XPEL, Inc. Accelerates India Expansion With Growing Dealer Network Across Major Cities
XPEL, Inc. A global leader in automotive paint protection film (PPF), window tint, and ceramic coatings, is expanding its authorized dealer network across
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[{"type":"text","content":"XPEL India XPEL India PPF XPEL India PPF XPEL, Inc. A global leader in automotive paint protection film (PPF), window tint, and ceramic coatings, is expanding its authorized dealer network across India XPEL (NASDAQ:XPEL)India represents one of the most exciting growth opportunities in our global portfolio. Indian car owners are increasingly recognizing that high-quality PPF is a smart investment in vehicle longevity.”— Neil AcharyaPUNE, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, April 13, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- XPEL, Inc. (NASDAQ: XPEL), a global leader in automotive paint protection film (PPF), window tint, and ceramic coatings, is expanding its authorized dealer network across India as part of a broader strategy to bring premium vehicle protection technology directly to Indian car owners. The expansion follows the company's acquisition of its former Indian distributor, Uniprotect Ventures LLP, in August 2024, which transitioned XPEL's India operations from a third-party distribution model to a direct, company-managed presence headquartered in Bengaluru. The Indian automotive aftermarket is experiencing significant growth, driven by rising vehicle ownership, increasing demand for premium cars, and greater consumer awareness of paint protection solutions. According to industry estimates, India's PPF market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate exceeding 15 percent through 2030. XPEL's direct entry into this market positions the company to serve a rapidly expanding base of vehicle owners seeking long-term paint protection. \"India represents one of the most exciting growth opportunities in our global portfolio,\" said Abhishek Joshi, Vice President of XPEL India and Middle East. \"Since transitioning to direct operations, the response from both dealers and consumers has been exceptional. Indian car owners are increasingly recognizing that high-quality PPF is not a luxury but a smart investment in vehicle longevity and resale value. Our focus is on building a strong, well-trained dealer network across major cities to ensure every customer receives an installation that meets XPEL's global standards.\" A key differentiator in XPEL's India strategy is its proprietary Design Access Program (DAP), a cloud-based software platform that contains more than 80,000 precision-cut vehicle patterns. DAP enables installers to produce computer-cut f...