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India's electric mobility sector is garnering significant attention, with its growth driven by policy support and climate change concerns. This report delves into the various aspects of the sector, including its potential, challenges, and opportunities, as well as its sub-segments.

The report also investigates consumer attitudes towards EV adoption, brand perception, and advanced automotive technologies. Consumers in India, it appears, are interested in connected vehicle features, but they are less inclined to subscribe to them. Instead, they prefer to pay for these features upfront or on a per-use basis.

Product quality remains a crucial factor influencing consumer decisions. Consumers continue to place the most trust in dealers, suggesting a need for manufacturers to prioritise quality and after-sales service.

The Indian government's policies, incentives, and low-cost labor make the country an appealing investment destination for the electric mobility sector. This is further bolstered by geopolitical instability, which is causing companies to look for diversification in their EV supply chains, with India emerging as a strong contender.

However, the sector in India faces challenges. Information asymmetry among investors, limited financing options for end users, and insufficient supporting infrastructure like public charging stations are some of the hurdles that need to be addressed. Financing and government assistance are emphasized as important factors in investment opportunities in India's electric mobility sector.

On a global scale, the shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) is gaining traction, but affordability, range anxiety, and a lack of charging infrastructure continue to be significant barriers to adoption in various markets. The United States, for instance, has seen $120.1 billion in investments for EV production, batteries, and battery component manufacturing over the last eight years. These investments are expected to generate 143,000 new jobs, with ten states accounting for more than 86% of the total stated investment.

Federal laws such as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) have provided over $100 billion and $369 billion, respectively, to promote EVs and clean energy policies in the U.S.

The report also summarises the key findings of a global automotive consumer study focusing on EMEA countries. The findings suggest that consumers are becoming more accepting of longer delivery times as a result of the ongoing vehicle inventory crisis.

In conclusion, this report aims to assist companies in the region in prioritising and positioning their business strategies and investments in the electric mobility sector. With the right strategies and investments, India has the potential to become a key player in the global electric mobility market.