What does Mahindra’s electric halo car mean for Indian automotive engineering's perception globally?

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With Mahindra announcing an electric halo car, it has once again raised questions on how it can change the global perception of Indian automotive engineering. An Indian car project, this is a far cry from the usual Indian car reputation of being budget and practical. The question it raises is: Can an electric car from an Indian manufacturer compete with established global brands in terms of technology, design and performance? How this could impact Indian automotive secotor such as international collaborations, talent acquisition and investment is also a debatable topic. Moreover, we contemplate how this project could influence India’s image at the global stage in terms of technological innovation and sustainable development. While some see success for India as a serious player in advanced automotive technology, others worry that a potential failure will only reinforce stereotypes.

Priyanka · Accepted Answer

It's a game-changer, man. But if Mahindra pulls this off, it’ll be proof that India can do more than cheap cars. This is cutting edge tech and design that can compete with the best.

Abhijeet · Answer

We shouldn’t get too far ahead of ourselves. You can’t erase decades of perception with a fancy car. That's not going to convince people Indian engineering is on par with German or Japanese automakers.

Abhinav · Answer

It's a step in the right direction, but we should be realistic. Mahindra's still got a long way to go before they're seen as a serious competitor to Tesla or Porsche, but it might turn some heads.

Pranshu · Answer

You’re all missing the bigger picture. We're not competing with luxury brands. It’s all about proving that Indian companies can innovate and take risks. That is huge for changing perceptions alone.

Gaurav · Answer

I’m worried that it’s going to blow up in my face. But if the car doesn't, it could also buttress the notion that Indian companies can't deliver on big promises. This has to be nailed, or we’re going to be set back.

Raj · Answer

It's not perfect, but the simple fact that we're doing something like this is impressive. It shows ambition and vision. That's gotta be at least something for global perception.

Shinde · Answer

Whether the tech will be developed in India will determine how big the impact will be, I think. If it’s mostly imported components it doesn’t do much for our engineering reputation. And we need to show that homegrown innovation.

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