The all-new Mahindra XUV500 and Scorpio, which are slated for launch in India in the coming months, might be delayed due to the current global shortage of semiconductor chips. Semiconductor chips are used for manufacturing ECUs (Engine Control Units) and other car electronics. The shortage is caused by high demand for consumer electronics and new cars. Mahindra expects the supply shortage to spill Q2 2021. New XUV500 and Scorpio will be launched within 2021. Global semiconductors shortage Over the past few months, there has been a global shortage of semiconductor computer chips. This shortage has disrupted the automotive industry’s supply chain and is impacting car manufacturing all around the globe.