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S03 E03: Driving Change: India’s Role in Shaping the Future of Automotive Design

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In this episode of the GESTALTEN podcast, host Martin Groschwald, CEO of Konzepthaus speaks with Pratap Bose, Senior Vice President and Head of Hyundai Design Center.

In this episode, CEO Martin speaks with Pratap Bose, Chief Design & Creative Officer at Mahindra Group, about the evolution of automotive design in India. They explore how India’s unique, highly competitive market has shaped design challenges and opportunities, from the rise of electric vehicles to the burgeoning two-wheeler market. Pratap shares insights into the cultural relevance of Indian design, the importance of creating globally competitive products, and the critical balance between cost, design, and performance that defines success in the Indian market. Reflecting on his career, he discusses the early lack of role models in Indian automotive design, Mahindra’s bold vision for EVs, and the need for collaboration and innovation to push the boundaries of what’s possible in this fast-changing industry.

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Launched in 2018, Gestalten has grown to become the authority podcast on automotive design.

Special guests include industry leaders from the world’s largest manufacturers and mobility design pioneers who are pushing boundaries to shape the future of transportation. Listen to live reviews from the show floors of the world’s biggest auto shows, and learn about the design philosophies and career paths of the industry’s top designers and engineers.

by Konzepthaus Consulting GmbH

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