EQS SUV, EQE demand, new loyalty programme and EV future - Santosh Iyer | Interview | Autocar India

[@prayasdash]

It would be considerably advantageous if Mercedes were to transition all vehicles in their current lineup to a CKD format for assembly. This strategy would likely result in a substantial reduction in the pricing of these automobiles. Furthermore, should the company establish a comprehensive manufacturing facility within India, it could not only cater to the domestic market but also potentially facilitate exports to international markets. Such an initiative would markedly decrease the costs associated with a range of Mercedes models. As prices become more accessible, demand is expected to surge, thereby augmenting sales figures significantly within the Indian automotive landscape.

[@GirishSNaik]

Awesome 🙌

[@dkm8350]

What about hydrogen fuel cells?

[@shankarbalan3813]

All these cars are frankly way high priced. They cost as much as a good apartment! Many normal folks will aspire to these cars, but will buy them only in the second hand market.

[@siddharthsingh2369]

I guess Mercedes isn't far away to surpass all the brands to have most car variants in india

[@shuvamdizun]

It already has

[@farhanaliborker]

They already have more car models than Maruti. Focus is on quantity and not quality.

[@melwynphilips856]

I think adoption to EVs will take some time.