How a South Korean Car Company Changed India Forever
Summary
Hyundai entered the Indian car market in the late 1990s and changed the industry by offering new features and modern designs that appealed to Indian consumers. The company is now planning a large investment of $15.5 billion through 2032 to expand its manufacturing and electric vehicle efforts in India.Key Facts
- Hyundai entered India after the country began liberalizing its economy in 1991.
- The company launched the Santro in 1998, a car designed specifically for Indian families with features like more headroom and modern fuel technology.
- The Santro was a fresh option compared to old models like the Hindustan Ambassador and the popular Maruti 800.
- Indian car ownership grew as a symbol of upward mobility during the country’s economic changes.
- Hyundai Motor India was officially created in 1996.
- Hyundai plans to invest $15.5 billion in India by 2032 to build a global manufacturing hub and support electric vehicle development.
- The company will work with local groups to build infrastructure for electric cars and batteries.
- Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan helped Hyundai connect with Indian families through advertising in the 1990s.
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