Tata Motors opposes proposed changes to India's CAFE norms, arguing they lack justification and could compromise safety. The company asserts it can meet existing standards without special concessions.

Tata Motors has voiced strong opposition to proposed changes in India's corporate average fuel efficiency (CAFE) norms, particularly regarding the definition of small cars. Shailesh Chandra, the MD & CEO, stated that there is 'absolutely no justification' for altering the existing framework or providing concessions to any car category. The company argues that introducing weight as a criterion could undermine safety standards and the industry's progress. Chandra emphasized that the original intent of CAFE norms was to encourage manufacturers to adopt greener technologies without imposing specific targets for individual vehicles. Tata Motors claims it can meet the current CAFE standards without special treatment. The proposed changes, which would give lighter cars an advantage in CO₂ emissions calculations, have been criticized as arbitrary and potentially harmful to safety.