Maruti Suzuki Warns CAFE Norms Threaten Small Cars, Urges Urgent Weight-Based Relief Measures
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Forbes•01/12/2025
Maruti Suzuki Warns CAFE Norms Threaten Small Cars, Urges Urgent Weight-Based Relief Measures
- •Maruti warns small cars may be discontinued without CAFE support.
- •Draft CAFE norms propose weight-based relief for small petrol cars.
- •Maruti argues the provision is crucial for entry-level segment viability.
- •Industry divided on weight-based relief, with most automakers against it.
- •Small cars remain significant despite shift towards SUVs in India.
Why it matters: This could make entry-level cars less affordable for millions of price-sensitive buyers.
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