Mohnish Bose's blog

There are many situations in the US where individuals traveled from one end of the State to another with the aim of living in an acquaintance’s minivan, and got stuck there due to the international lockdown. Such people are not left with many options other than using the available network connections in that area. In such a case, if availability of cellphone signals is low, then so be it.

The current crisis has been an unprecedented one, especially for the Indian automotive industry. Many companies had already been suffering as a result of low sales, and the COVID lockdown has, quite literally, lent than the death knell. However, this is also an excellent time for auto manufacturers to focus on dealer consolidations. Companies should want to increase sales by offering discounts and keeping only high-quality dealers.

One can expect tremendous uncertainty ahead of the Indian automobile industry that may cause the fraternity to re-plan its selling strategies post COVID. Consumer preferences are undergoing rapid changes and several unprecedented waves are expected to hit the industry. Find out more about these key trends in this article.

Shared mobility is likely to take a hit due to the coronavirus crisis, as more and more people may opt to have their own personal vehicles. The reason for this is the continuation of social distancing norms for some time, even after the pandemic is over. At the same time, fearing imminent job losses and an employment crisis, first time users are likely to opt for two-wheelers and entry-level vehicles.

Despite grocery stores in the neighborhood, most people in India are still not using their personal vehicles. At such a time, when cars are lying idle, it becomes vital for owners to follow certain steps to ensure no unnecessary damage is caused to their vehicles. Remember that you will need to care for the vehicle more if it is an older model.

The following steps will help keep your car in good shape when you start using it again:

Yes, we all are aware that the Indian auto industry is witnessing a massive slowdown during the times of the coronavirus. The problem is being faced by both the companies and consumers, many of whom may have postponed deliveries of their new cars. It would be an understatement to say that the virus has thrown all our plans out of gear, which is why we have drawn up this wishlist from manufacturers.

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