How do I change the e-sim network provider on my XUV700 & MG ZS EV?

There should have at least been an option to choose our preferred network provider at the time of purchase.

BHPian Smartomotive recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

The Mahindra XUV700 comes with a Vi network, while the MG ZS EV comes with a Jio network, both built-in. Unfortunately, both networks have extremely poor coverage in many of the areas on the outskirts of the city, causing issues with tracking the vehicle and utilizing the built-in features.

I reached out to the service centres to explore the possibility of changing the network, but both informed me that it couldn't be done.

I'm curious why there aren't any legal regulations that would allow us to switch providers. Similar to mobile number portability, there should be a provision for this. How can manufacturers enforce these networks on us, especially when they're not functioning well? If not porting, there should at least be an option to choose the network at the time of purchase from the manufacturer.

How are others addressing this issue, or is it not widespread enough to warrant further action?

To partially resolve the problem, I installed an aftermarket GPS tracker that uses Airtel, and it works reliably. However, I would have preferred to use the manufacturer's apps, which offer additional features.

Unfortunately, due to poor network coverage, these features don't work well in many areas when the vehicles are on the outskirts.

Here's what BHPian PreludeSH had to say on the matter:

Don't think it will be a physical SIM card. Will be eSIM with no facility for us to reprogram. Maybe we should ask Mr Gadkari to legislate and allow us to use any SIM we want

Here's what BHPian staraphd had to say on the matter:

Phones with eSIM have the option of porting exactly like physical SIM. Going by this logic, you should be able to port in your vehicles. Did the vehicle manufacturers provide you with a mobile number corresponding to the eSIM?

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