Digitalization Powering Innovative Mobility Solutions in India

This Growth Opportunity study seeks to analyze the various trends shaping the Indian automotive space and how that is giving rise to innovative transport models, transforming the way people commute. Some of these transformations can be largely attributed to the Government of India (GOI)s thrust to more sustainable solutions in the country. The GOIs 3-fold strategy shared infrastructure, system integration, and scaled manufacturing has encouraged a whole set of shared, connected, and electric solutions in India. The study elaborates the opportunities for integrated solutions such as car sharing, ride hailing, and micro mobility via use cases. Another area covered is connected mobility, which is gaining traction. Increase in data traffic and connected devices are nurturing innovative solutions driven by major OEMs, which are providing end users with a host of smart solutions ranging from vehicle tracking, emergency assistance, and navigation to other related features. While there is a lot of hype surrounding integrated and connected solutions, alternative models such as leasing and subscription-based solutions are gaining momentum in India. These solutions translate to a very small percentage of the overall market. However, with the COVID-19 pandemic disrupting the market, leasing and subscription-based solutions are likely to garner a lot more market penetration in the short run. With the GOI looking at 30% electrification by 2030, there would be more traction for electric vehicles (EVs). The study explores the opportunities for Evs, covering the market potential, the potential infrastructure spends pertaining to battery and charging, and the regulations that govern EV adoption. The market for eCars, eLCVs and eAutos is expected to experience major growth in the next 7 years, with the last-mile connectivity modes (such as eAuto) set to be fully electrified by 2030, due to a combination of lower ownership costs and regulatory intervention. While, there is no much scope for autonomous solutions in India in the immediate future, the study shows potential scenarios beyond 2030, when mass market OEMs are likely to start offering safety-driven L1 features. The study concludes by discussing the implications of the pandemics disruption on the automotive industry. This covers the short-term impacts, the challenges faced by various segments/stakeholders of the industry, the measures taken, and the new opportunities arising from such a situation.--BEGIN PROMO--

Key Issues Addressed

• What are the mobility offerings in India?
• What are some of the trends shaping new mobility solutions in India?
• What are the emerging business solutions gaining traction in India?
• What is the role of the government in terms of initiatives and regulations for some of the mobility solutions?
• What are the future solutions that are set to disrupt Indian mobility?

Author: Vijay Narayanan Natarajan