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Deep Drive Podcast | Why EV Platforms May Gain Engines
EV platforms find new life as hybrids enter the frame.
09 May 2026
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Electric vehicle sales have fallen short of early forecasts, leaving OEMs with billions tied up in born‑electric architectures. A new strategy is taking shape: re‑engineering dedicated EV platforms to accommodate hybrid powertrains. This pivot offers manufacturers greater flexibility in balancing electrification ambitions with market realities.
In this episode, we explore how global carmakers are adapting their EV investments, the engineering challenges of integrating combustion engines into electric‑first platforms, and what these shifts mean for India’s evolving mobility landscape.
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