Tata may be eyeing a return to Australia… again

Could Tata return to the Australian market after two failed attempts?

Tata first launched here in 1996 and lasted for almost a decade before quietly closing up shop in 2005 – before a new attempt by another importer and dealer in 2013.

Now, around seven years after Tata closed its doors for the second time, all signs point to the Indian car maker being on the verge of a third attempt.

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Daily Sparkz has unearthed Tata trademark registrations for the names “Styzor” and “Ladaq” with government agency IP Australia, suggesting the marks could be nameplates for potential future models to be launched here.

Following the success of Chinese carmakers in Australia, as well as the increasing presence of Indian rival Mahindra and other Indian-made vehicles from Suzuki, Fusion Automotive – the Australian importer and distributor owned by Walkinshaw Group – may feel the stars are aligned for a return of the Tata name.

Excluding several small cars and trucks, Tata currently has around nine passenger vehicles on offer in India – from small cars to family SUVs – with a choice of petrol, diesel and electric powertrains.