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Is the Tata Ace just a case of 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it' or is the design outdated?
26 December 2024 12:52
I believe we are ignoring the brand recognition factor. At this point, the Ace's design is iconic. But you could change it so much that it hurts sales.
Is the Tata Ace just a case of 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it' or is the design outdated?
26 December 2024 12:52
Perhaps we don’t need a complete redesign, but some updates won’t hurt. Things like better ergonomics for the driver, improved safety features. Evolution, not revolution.
Is the Tata Ace just a case of 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it' or is the design outdated?
26 December 2024 12:52
The Ace is held back from new markets by the current design. If they want to export it, they will have to bring it up to international standards, and that probably means a redesign.
The Tata Ace – is it really the 'Workhorse of India' or just a safety hazard on wheels?
26 December 2024 12:52
The Ace is a double edged sword, look. But at what cost has it given thousands of people the chance to start their own businesses? I don’t recall how many times I’ve almost been sideswiped on the highway by an overloaded Ace.
The Tata Ace – is it really the 'Workhorse of India' or just a safety hazard on wheels?
26 December 2024 12:52
The vehicle is not to blame for bad driving. The problem is not the Ace, the Ace is just a tool, it's how people use it. We don't need to bash a vehicle that has helped so many people make a living, we need better driver training and stricter enforcement of loading limits.
The Tata Ace – is it really the 'Workhorse of India' or just a safety hazard on wheels?
26 December 2024 12:52
I understand the economic argument, but safety has to come before that. When they're overloaded they're death traps, which is like 90% of the time. But there’s gotta be a better solution that doesn’t put everyone on the road at risk.
The Tata Ace – is it really the 'Workhorse of India' or just a safety hazard on wheels?
26 December 2024 12:52
I know from growing up in a small town that the Ace has been a game changer for local businesses. Yeah, there are problems, but it’s literally keeping some communities alive economically. You can't just take that away from me.
The Tata Ace – is it really the 'Workhorse of India' or just a safety hazard on wheels?
26 December 2024 12:52
The real problem is there aren’t any other options. If we had better public transportation and logistics infrastructure, we wouldn't have this desperate need for these overworked mini trucks. The Ace is the symptom of a much larger problem.
Why are Tata Ace drivers always on a hurry?
26 December 2024 12:52
And as someone who has worked in logistics, I can tell you, it's all about the numbers. Because these guys are paid per delivery, every minute counts. I know they drive like that, it’s not right, but I get why they do.
Why are Tata Ace drivers always on a hurry?
26 December 2024 12:52
That's no reason to put everyone else at risk. If you are in a business model that depends on dangerous driving, perhaps it’s time to rethink that business model.
Why are Tata Ace drivers always on a hurry?
26 December 2024 12:52
But it’s not just Ace drivers, is it? All people in India drive as if they are in a hurry. Because there are so many of them and they are smaller, the Ace is just more noticeable.
Why are Tata Ace drivers always on a hurry?
26 December 2024 12:52
I believe it's because the Ace is so underpowered. When they are loaded down, they have to drive aggressively just to keep up with the traffic flow.
Why are Tata Ace drivers always on a hurry?
26 December 2024 12:52
Most of it is really about the thrill, let's be real. I know of Ace drivers who boast about their "skills" at dodging traffic. To them, it’s a game that’s scary as hell for the rest of us.
Is India's entrepreneurial spirit or its economic desperation on display in the popularity of the Tata Ace?
26 December 2024 12:52
It is a bit of both, for sure. The Ace has provided a lot of people with an opportunity they wouldn't have had otherwise, and it's a symbol of the fact that we're not generating enough good jobs in the formal economy.
Is India's entrepreneurial spirit or its economic desperation on display in the popularity of the Tata Ace?
26 December 2024 12:52
I think it's mostly positive. The Ace has brought people to a point where they can control their own economic destiny rather than wait for a big company to give them a job. That's the kind of spirit that creates economies.
Is India's entrepreneurial spirit or its economic desperation on display in the popularity of the Tata Ace?
26 December 2024 12:52
For starters, let’s not romanticize poverty. Yes, there are people who have made a successful business out of the Ace, but most are just scraping by. That shouldn't be celebrated as "entrepreneurship."
Is India's entrepreneurial spirit or its economic desperation on display in the popularity of the Tata Ace?
26 December 2024 12:52
It's just filling a gap in the market. If it wasn’t for affordable last mile delivery, it wouldn’t be so popular. That I’d say is more a sign of India’s practical approach to problem solving.
Is India's entrepreneurial spirit or its economic desperation on display in the popularity of the Tata Ace?
26 December 2024 12:52
It's a stepping stone. Or maybe it starts with an Ace, but I've seen guys grow from that to having multiple trucks and running actual logistics companies. It's starting people, which is more than a lot of government programs do.
How fuel efficient is the Altroz iTurbo, as claimed by Tata?
26 December 2024 12:45
In mixed driving I get about 14-15 km/l. They’re not bad, but they’re hardly reaching the claimed figures.
How fuel efficient is the Altroz iTurbo, as claimed by Tata?
26 December 2024 12:45
Highway mileage is great! On long trips I've seen 19 km/l. It’s another story when it comes to city driving.
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