EV sales are accelerating globally, yet Indian automakers adopt a balanced approach, investing in EVs, hybrids, and alternative fuels to navigate a mixed-energy future.
The multi-powertrain strategy is putting additional investment pressure on automakers
May 31, 2026
04:09 pm
What's the storyDespite the growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in India, major automakers are taking a more diversified approach to their product strategies.
They are investing in petrol, diesel, hybrid, CNG (compressed natural gas), and flex-fuel technologies. This is mainly because of the uncertainty surrounding India's automobile transition pathway.
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