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Skoda Auto Volkswagen India had been scouting for partners to develop future EVs for India. It even had extensive discussions with Mahindra over a deal that could’ve helped both carmakers share development costs. However, with the talks failing to reach a consensus, the German automaker has decided to develop its own India-specific EV platform.
According to media reports, Skoda Auto VW India is working on the India Main Platform (IMP). It is said to be a heavily localized derivative of the China Main Platform (CMP), which will underpin four electric SUVs – two each under the Skoda and VW brands.
Earlier, the VW Group was evaluating a localized version of the MEB21G platform for India. However, it was deemed unfeasible.
As far as its ICE range is concerned, Skoda Auto VW India’s future products like the next-gen Kushaq, Taigun, Slavia and Virtus will be based on the MQB A037 architecture. It is not only bigger than the current MQB A0IN platform but also supports Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) features and is compatible with hybrid powertrains.
Source:Â Autocar India
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