With the shift to electric vehicles, there are a lot of questions about what the long term ownership costs are going to be, especially in regards to maintenance. As a new entrant to the market, the Tata Curvv EV has brought with it a question of how it will stack up against the traditional Indian money spinner – the internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle which Indians know what to expect in maintenance costs and purchase prices. But to some, it makes sense that since EVs have a simpler drivetrain with fewer moving parts, they will be cheaper to maintain. Other EV skeptics are quick to highlight, however, that specialized EV components, such as batteries and electric motors, can be more expensive to fix or replace when they break. One question arises: A service network needs to be available across India – can Tata be sufficiently responsive to EV needs, with its own trained technicians and service centers to meet EV specific problems across India? On top of that, some people are concerned about the longterm costs of battery replacement, which could be pretty expensive. On the other hand, supporters say the savings on fuel and, for example, oil changes could make up for any potential higher repair costs. Given India’s automotive market is still heavily dependent on ICE vehicles, how do you think the Curvv’s maintenance will work in the real world, and will it matter in getting buyers to choose electric?