Automotive trademarks in India cover a broad range of classes. Class 12 is the primary class for vehicles — cars, motorcycles, trucks, electric vehicles, and auto parts. Vehicle repair, maintenance, and servicing fall under Class 37. Automotive retail dealerships file under Class 35. India's automotive sector — including the rapidly growing electric vehicle segment — makes trademark registration critical for both domestic manufacturers and international brands entering the Indian market.
What trademark class is automotive or vehicles in India?
Automotive trademarks in India are primarily filed under Class 12, which covers vehicles of all types — cars, motorcycles, trucks, buses, electric vehicles, bicycles, and their parts. Tyres are also in Class 12. Vehicle-related services like repairs fall under Class 37.
What class is an electric vehicle (EV) brand in India?
Electric vehicles and EV components are classified under Class 12 in India — the same class as conventional vehicles. EV charging services and EV software platforms may also require Class 42. Battery technology for EVs is covered under Class 9 if it involves electronic components.
What trademark class is a car service centre or garage in India?
Vehicle repair and maintenance services — garages, service centres, car washes, and roadside assistance — fall under Class 37 in India. If the service centre sells spare parts, those parts (as products) would be covered under Class 12.
Can an automobile parts brand be trademarked in India?
Yes. Automobile parts and accessories can be trademarked under Class 12 in India. This includes engine parts, brake systems, exhausts, tyres, mirrors, and all other vehicle components. Many Indian auto parts manufacturers have registered trademarks under Class 12 to prevent counterfeiting.
"Automotive" is relevant to
1 of 45 trademark class
in India's WIPO Nice Classification, covering
1 goods & services entry.
This single class covers the primary goods and services for this industry in India.
Class 9Scientific, research, navigating, surveying, photographic apparatus1 match
Class 9Scientific, research, navigating, surveying, photographic apparatus1 match
Class HeadingScientific, research, navigation, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, audiovisual, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, detecting, testing, inspecting, life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; Apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling the distribution or use of electricity; Apparatus and instruments for recording, transmitting, reproducing or processing sound, images or data; Recorded and downloadable multimedia files, computer software, blank digital or analogue recording and storage media; Mechanisms for coin-operated apparatus; Cash registers, calculating devices; Computers and computer peripheral devices; Diving suits, divers' masks, ear plugs for divers, nose clips for divers, gloves for divers, breathing apparatus for underwater swimming; Fire-extinguishing apparatus
090859scanners [apparatus] for performing automotive diagnostics
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