Are Indian Roads Safe?: EVs, Road Safety, Regulations & Cars ft. Renuka Kripalani | Podcast 06

In this podcast episode, we delve into the dynamics of India's automotive industry with insightful perspectives from industry experts. From the challenges of car safety ratings to the burgeoning EV market and infrastructure concerns, we explore critical issues shaping India's automotive landscape. Join us as we dissect market trends, consumer behaviors, and the future of mobility in a rapidly evolving industry.

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Timestamps

00:00 - Intro
02:32 - India’s Automotive Industry Today
04:43 - Long Waiting List
07:36 - Key Drivers of the Market Today
11:59 - What’s Value for Renuka in a Car?
13:55 - Car Safety in India
15:11 - How Manufacturers View Car Safety
16:30 - Why Maruti Swift’s 1-star Safety Rating
19:30 - Do Indians Know Basic Road Safety?
21:33 - Driving Tests in India
25:44 - EV Market in India
29:50 - Will EV Infrastructure Catch Up By 2027?
32:06 - Pressure on Fossil Fuels to Manufacture EVs
34:28 - Did Govt Go Wrong with Hybrids?
36:28 - Lobbyists Gatekeeping & Hampering Innovation?
38:15 - Where Gen Z Is Spending Their Car Money
39:36 - Are Gen Z Brand Loyal?
40:51 - Should Cars Have Touchscreen?
43:37 - Are Car Buttons Coming Back?
43:58 - Tech Companies Making Cars
46:33 - Tesla in India
51:26 - Why Cars Are Expensive in India?
53:10 - Pre-owned market in India
55:12 - Indians vs International Manufacturing
01:00:55 - Do Manufacturers Listen to Consumers?
01:02:13 - What Happened to Volvo?
01:04:05 - How does Renuka Kripalani Review a Car?
01:08:38 - Indian Mindset for Cars
01:06:44 - India's Push for Infrastructure Development
01:09:52 - Car Pooling in India
01:12:28 - Autonomous Driving in India
01:15:45 - Top 3 Picks Under 10 Lacs
01:17:42 - Top Picks Between 20-30 Lacs
01:19:33 - Top EVs Between 20-30 Lacs
01:20:29 - Top Picks Between 50-60 Lacs
01:22:01 - How Important is After Sales Service?
01:12:33 - Is Quality Possible in Service?
01:27:26 - Is There a Perfect Car?
01:28:26 - Fortuner is Overrated?
01:30:20 - Closing Remarks

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