Trade Deals, New Roads: How EU and U.S. FTAs Could Redefine India’s Auto Future

GlobalAutoIndustry.com’s latest Audio Interview “Trade Deals, New Roads: How EU and U.S. FTAs Could Redefine India’s Auto Future” Ron Hesse features Ravi Bhatia. Mr. Bhatia is the President and Board member of JATO Dynamics India. He is a senior Industry leader with more than 20 years experience in the automotive industry and has worked with leading OEMs like Maruti Suzuki and FIAT Chrysler across various functions like Product Planning, Sales, Dealer Development and Strategy. He has a deep understanding of the industry and is a keen observer of commercial and technical forces reshaping and transforming the industry.

In the 10-minute Audio Interview, Mr. Bhatia discusses these questions:

• How could the India-EU and India-US FTAs change export opportunities for Indian OEMs and component suppliers?
• Which parts of India’s auto ecosystem stand to benefit most — and where will competitive pressure rise?
• Could these FTAs materially accelerate India’s emergence as a global auto manufacturing hub?
• How might rules of origin reshape sourcing and localization strategies for automakers in India?
• Will these agreements drive meaningful technology partnerships — or mainly improve market access?

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