With well-informed planning and thoughtful implementation, stakeholders can ensure that the automotive industry continues to be a strong and stable motor for employment in Europe.
Advanced powertrains, new safety technology, demographic changes and increased digitalization will slow growth, increasing consolidation and competition in the aftermarket auto parts industry.
The disconnect between sales motivations for German auto dealers and the need to slash fleetwide C02 emissions could cost automakers billions of euros in annual fines.
Urban mobility is the source of multiple pain points. We believe that ride-hailing fleets made up of autonomous, electric vehicles are the best solution.
E-bikes, e-mopeds, and e-scooters can go from fad to fixture—and win over commuters—if cities consider ways to bundle these modes with public transit.
Kick-starting the market is not enough—governments need to plan, orchestrate, and incentivize the buildout of EV charging stations, setting the stage for private investment.
How can cities discourage the use of SOVs while expanding access for all residents? Start with the BCG Accessibility Index, which helps guide strategy by mapping mobility patterns across and within cities.
With demand and regulation forcing the global shift to green trucks, manufacturers must develop new strategies to survive. The first step: convincing fleet operators and creating the charging infrastructure.
Due to shortages of critical materials and vulnerable supply chains, production of lithium-ion batteries could fall far short of demand. Coordinated action is needed to boost supply in a sustainable way and keep the transition to renewable energy on course.
The recently passed US Inflation Reduction Act’s focus on addressing climate change has significant implications for the transition to e-mobility for the automotive industry.
Sales of electric vehicles are booming. But to meet the necessary targets for cutting worldwide emissions, the automotive industry needs to transition to EVs even more rapidly.
Car subscriptions are gaining traction among consumers. Which providers are best positioned to prevail? And can this segment breathe new life into the industry?
OEMs have harnessed AI’s power under the hood. Now they must apply it in sales. Seven best practices help automakers scale AI across the organization.
Digital-age car buyers will favor customer-centric vehicles that can be personalized and updated just like a smartphone. Automakers must transform to tap this lucrative opportunity.
Five key forces are converging to unlock previously impossible opportunity in new mobility.
Data and analytics drive value through increased productivity, enhanced customer experience, and a positive impact on society and the environment.
Higher levels of automation and flexibility help manufacturers offset labor shortages while boosting service and safety.
