Because first of all we would like to satisfy local demand. We believe that it in its current and present form a car for developing markets. So we’re looking at specific developing markets. So if you’re living in one of these developing markets, Asia for example, possibly Africa,possibly Latin America, you might be able to buy …(in a year or two perhaps).
Carl-Peter Forster, Group CEO of Tata Motors remarks on the Tata Nano’s overseas journey. It appears like there will be two versions – a refurbished one for similar markets and an all-new one for developed markets.
We believe these two share much DNA, but they have somewhat different characters. Range Rovers are luxurious and can command a premium; Land Rovers have a more practical toughness about them. They’ll always be related, but the two brands can go in slightly different directions.
Tata Motors Group boss Carl-Peter Forster talking to Autocar India about the thickening line between Land Rover and Range Rover models.
Carl-Peter Forster – Group CEO, Tata Motors
Tata Motors has appointed Mr. Carl-Peter Forster as new CEO of the group. Mr. Forster will be in charge of overall Tata Motors operations including Jaguar and Land Rover. Mr. Forster was the former head of GM Europe operations. On behalf of IAB, we would like to congratulate Mr. Forster on his appointment.
A tough job lay ahead for Mr. Forster, but he could not have come at a better time. The economy is recovering, money is back in the market, Tata Motors domestic sales in January was great considering competition and prior months. Well it could be the January effect (new year sales etc), but certainly a good month for Tata Motors.
