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Maruti Suzuki’s Chairman RC Bhargava defends the company’s “slow” electric vehicle production, citing a diversified approach to meet national objectives.
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Bhargava emphasizes the need for various technologies, including strong hybrid, CNG, ethanol, and biogas vehicles, to replace petrol and diesel cars.
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Maruti Suzuki commits to budget-conscious buyers and invests in technology development, including ₹165 crore in corporate social responsibility activities.
Maruti Suzuki’s Chairman RC Bhargava addressed concerns about the company’s pace in electric vehicle production, highlighting the need for a diversified approach to meet India’s sustainability goals. Bhargava emphasized that relying solely on electric vehicles is not the solution, and instead, advocated for a range of technologies to reduce carbon emissions and fuel consumption.
Bhargava pledged Maruti Suzuki’s commitment to budget-conscious buyers, ensuring that the company will continue to produce affordable cars while also catering to the growing demand for SUVs and higher-cost vehicles. The company is investing in technology development, including conventional technologies, and urging vendors to enhance their engineering capabilities.
Maruti Suzuki is working towards India’s net-zero emissions goal by 2070, exploring various powertrain technologies, including battery electric vehicles, strong hybrids, biofuels, and CNG. The company’s commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated by its ₹165 crore investment in corporate social responsibility activities this fiscal year.
