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Would the Standard Herald have made it if it had better marketing?
07 January 2025 09:55
It's possible. It's possible to say that if it were marketed better, it could've made a cult following that would have survived longer, even though it would not have made it a mainstream success.
Would the Standard Herald have made it if it had better marketing?
07 January 2025 09:55
Yes, I would say, but with a caveat. If it were also backed by improvements in the product itself, marketing could have helped. Marketing alone? Probably not enough.
Was this separate chassis body design a clever feature or a fatal flaw?
07 January 2025 09:55
The idea was clever in theory, but a flaw in practice. Perfect for repairs, but those rattles must have been terrible to live with on Indian roads.
Was this separate chassis body design a clever feature or a fatal flaw?
07 January 2025 09:55
Definitely a clever feature. Making repairs was so much easier and cheaper. This should have been a big selling point in a country where jugaad is king.
Was this separate chassis body design a clever feature or a fatal flaw?
07 January 2025 09:55
Fatal flaw, no doubt. It just wasn’t worth the added weight and complexity, especially in India where fuel efficiency matters.
Was this separate chassis body design a clever feature or a fatal flaw?
07 January 2025 09:55
At the time, I'd say it was clever. That would have been great for commercial uses, and it allowed for easier customization.
Was this separate chassis body design a clever feature or a fatal flaw?
07 January 2025 09:55
Not clever, not fatal, just different. There were pros and cons, but execution mattered more than the concept.
Was this separate chassis body design a clever feature or a fatal flaw?
07 January 2025 09:55
A clever feature turned into a flaw that was fatal. A good idea, but it couldn't survive the rough and tumble of India's roads and maintenance culture.
Was this separate chassis body design a clever feature or a fatal flaw?
07 January 2025 09:55
It was ahead of its time. With better materials and engineering, this could have been a game changer for customization and repairs, today.
Would the Standard Herald be successful if it is relaunched today in the Indian market?
07 January 2025 09:55
No way! Now the Indian market is too competitive. It would be crushed by today's modern features packed cars.
Would the Standard Herald be successful if it is relaunched today in the Indian market?
07 January 2025 09:55
Absolutely! Retro styled cars with modern tech are a huge market, just look at the success of Mini and Beetle globally.
Would the Standard Herald be successful if it is relaunched today in the Indian market?
07 January 2025 09:55
But it could work as a niche product. Sell it as a hipster lifestyle or as a nostalgia item for uncles.
Would the Standard Herald be successful if it is relaunched today in the Indian market?
07 January 2025 09:55
I think it would flop. Indians don't want quirky designs of the past, we want practicality and value for money.
Would the Standard Herald be successful if it is relaunched today in the Indian market?
07 January 2025 09:55
Maybe, if it's electric. A retro styled EV would be able to appeal to the market of both the nostalgia and the eco conscious people.
Would the Standard Herald be successful if it is relaunched today in the Indian market?
07 January 2025 09:55
If priced right, it would be a hit. If you make it affordable, youngsters would love its unique style.
Would the Standard Herald be successful if it is relaunched today in the Indian market?
07 January 2025 09:55
Depends on the execution. It could work if they keep the spirit but modernize everything else. It’s a tough balance to strike though.
Would the Standard Herald be successful if it is relaunched today in the Indian market?
07 January 2025 09:55
I'd bet on its success. The Herald could be huge with the right marketing, because Indians love a good comeback story.
Would the Standard Herald be successful if it is relaunched today in the Indian market?
07 January 2025 09:55
It would need a strong USP, apart from just nostalgia. Maybe you could position it as the ultimate city car – with that famous tight turning radius?
Would the Standard Herald be successful if it is relaunched today in the Indian market?
07 January 2025 09:55
Nah, it's too risky. It would be hugely expensive to develop, and in such a price sensitive market there is no guarantee of success.
Is Standard Herald ahead of its time in India?
07 January 2025 09:55
Definitely! For India, the Herald's design was way ahead of its time. Back then, that front hinged bonnet was like something out of a sci-fi movie.
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