
In an exclusive conversation from London, NSE CEO Ashish Chauhan shares insights on how the India–UK FTA affects the Indian automobile industry. He explains why mass-market carmakers remain insulated under the deal, with tariff relaxations focused on high-end vehicles. Chauhan also highlights India's cost competitiveness in four-wheelers, its global leadership in two-wheelers, and fresh export opportunities — including for electric vehicles — emerging from the agreement.