Automotive Tech, Electrification & Future Mobility

Q1. Could you start by giving us a brief overview of your professional background, particularly focusing on your expertise in the industry?

I have over 32 years of experience in the Automotive/Electrical mobility domain, advising clients on product development/validation, strategic sourcing, component localization, vehicle regulatory certifications, product cost optimization, operations, quality functions, government policies, and frameworks.

I am actively involved in conducting due diligence for the investor fraternity in areas like the latest innovative technologies (Software-Defined Vehicles, Hybrid/Electric, ADAS, Connected Infotainment, ADAS, Cyber Security/ Functional Safety, etc.), identifying Key Moats/ Differentiators, Supply Chain, Leveraging Operation Efficiency, etc.

Q2. What are the long-term implications of the shift towards electrification and autonomous driving on the automotive industry's structure and economics?

The long-term implications of electrification and autonomous driving are that:

• They will enrich the overall Customer User Experience with enhanced safety features built into the system
• Electrification will lead to a Cleaner Environment
• Software-defined Vehicles with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning will play a major role in Vehicle Control Algorithms

Q3. How are sustainability initiatives affecting the automotive supply chain from raw materials to finished products?

ICE Powertrain component suppliers whose relevance will be affected by innovation need to adapt to technological…