How different are Indian car designs compared with global models?
The fashion industry in India is growing and is well known globally. There are different colour trends in India. It will be of immense importance to understand it. The Indian auto market is also fairly different. Our team here is studying needs of the Indian market and what really works. Is it a small car or a car with large interior space or a family-our design group here is studying all these factors. Also, price points are a crucial issue in this market. Q: Will the design studio in India design for all GM’s global cars? A: Yes, the design studio here will design for all GM cars. By 2012, it is expected that each and every GM car will have some component or part designed by the Indian design centre. Currently, the design centre will have the capability of designing various components. Going ahead, we expect the design centre to have the capability to develop complete cars. Q: Which GM car that has been more inspired by India or handled extensively by Indian designers? A: I cannot te
