Maruti at 40 - R.C. Bhargava on Maruti Suzuki's journey | Interview | Autocar India

[@autocarindia1]

Chapters - 0:00 - Introduction 0:58 - Maruti's impact 2:33 - How it started 5:05 - Partnering with Suzuki 6:42 - Maruti couldn't be run like other PSUs 8:55 - The Japanese way of working 10:30 - Growing the supplier base 12:20 - Learnings from Maruti's journey 14:15 - Why Suzuki succeeded in India 15:26 - Importance of continuity of leadership 16:48 - On Osamu Suzuki 18:40 - Partnership with Toyota 21:50 - Duties and taxation 24:50 - Unnecessary administrative hurdles need to be addressed 26:30 - EVs need to fit in broader emission goals 29:24 - Small car sales will bounce back 32:50 - Personal favourite Maruti

[@vm-my6hg]

3 legends: two distinguished gentlemen & an Indian automotive icon in a single frame ❤

[@shankarbalan3813]

Maruti got India to ‘move’. Unforgettable. The wheels of change. Literally.

[@noblebeam]

man it's so wholesome to hear Maruti Suzuki's journey with the car that started it all. The 800, along with Maruti's latest and the most expensive offering, the Invicto. Maruti has really come a long way, their journey of 40 years can be felt at every household of India.

[@shivvashishthabhargava4600]

More than pioneers in their respective industries! Such a pleasure to see Bhargava Sir with Hormazd Sir. ❤😊 Legends of the Indian automotive sector.

[@bhaskarnigam8520]

For that very reason I'm truly obsessed by my 25 years old Maruti 800 . Due 2 regulations I can't drive it on road, but my Maruti 800 gets cleaned everyday and stands shining. ❤ u 800

[@vishnupillai300]

I wish Osamu san was also present here in this interview..These gentlemen helped India's car dreams and it still continues..Thankyou Autocar India for this beautiful interview...🙏

[@PhantomVedvrat]

So much value in this discussion. Every minute, Mr Bhargava shares nuggets of wisdom. He should be part of our ministry rather than the politicians we have at the helm.

[@murali7815]

Honored to hear from the man himself! Thank you @autocar!

[@yashbanole5745]

Thanks Autocar India for such rich and inspiring content 🙏🏼❤️🇮🇳🤝🇯🇵

[@MrDeepakvasudev]

Nitpicking - wish the car had its original ORVM ☺️, Maruti customer service, brochures, sales, service, delivery experience was a true delight. Wish more was spoken about SS80 Maruti 800 allocation and product development.

[@vikramrao6391]

I think India is the biggest market in the world for Suzuki. Im positive they make more money in India than they do in Japan.

[@madhusudanpunnakkalappu5253]

Great conversation with the man synonymous with Maruti and an iconic model in the background. Maruti Suzuki success lies in the fact that they value their customers and listen to them.

[@SapphireEngineering]

I still have one of these.

[@vineen1096]

I really miss the classic 800 and the classic zen

[@shaktis6877]

maruti suzuki is not bringing 1.4l turbo to india that decreases its aspirational value. Even in its largest market suzuki is not putting efforts like hyundai and kia. MS being the biggest player doesnot want to turn its image and duee to such safe play will loose its market share . This is a benefit to tata motors and hyundai

[@gaminggun1000]

India is moving to EV’s not because of carbon footprint but to save forex reserves..

[@sapthagirienterprises4340]

Super

[@vishalgaikwad3061]

❤❤❤

[@killtheskill]

Who all wish for the number plate of this lovely car was DIA 0001? What a absolute legend!