909kg Mini Car Proposal Divides Indian Auto Industry, Reaches Gadkari

• A proposal for a new mini car category (under 909kg) is causing significant disagreement in the Indian auto sector.
• Maruti Suzuki, Toyota, and Renault support the new category, which would include many existing Maruti models.
• Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Kia, and JSW MG Motor oppose the proposal due to safety concerns and potential for an uneven regulatory environment.
• Opponents argue that cars in this weight class have poor international safety ratings and softer emission norms could compromise safety.
• The matter has reached the office of Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari.

Why It Matters: New mini-car weight rules could alter auto safety standards and market dynamics.