Maruti Suzuki’s first EV will rely on an imported BYD Blade battery pack, a clear break from localisation goals. The automaker cites safety, performance, speed of development, and regulatory complexity as key drivers. The decision underlines how technology readiness, geopolitics, and cost pressures are reshaping India’s EV race and supplier strategies.
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