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The return of divided government will have a significant impact on future trends in US public policy on key automotive issues. By Ian GraigThe past two years have been marked by a flurry of legislative and regulatory activity in the US,…

Artificial intelligence can help determine who—or what—is responsible in an incident involving self-driving vehicles. By Neil AllistonAutonomous vehicles are already here, with trucking and fleets leading the way. Autonomous trucks,…

Giorgio Delpiano explores what mobility managers can do to develop a strategy that successfully delivers a net-zero emissions fleetFleet owners and operators, more commonly referred to as mobility managers these days, face some tough…

The supply of minerals, crucial to the advancement of vehicle electrification efforts, has been disrupted as a direct effect of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In early March 2022, there was a 30% increase in the price of nickel—an…

Electrification efforts show no sign of slowing as the industry moves into 2023. Key markets around the world are paving the way for an electric future with both tighter regulations and fresh government funding. But battery prices remain…

Patrick van Hull explores the opportunity for supply chains to turn data into insights that inform decision-makingA universal solution cannot solve all of today’s global supply chain shortages. The circumstances are so complex that even…

The conflict has intensified the Biden administration’s commitment to policies aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing and supply chains. By Ian GraigThe war in Ukraine has had a significant impact on debates in Washington over public…

Freight emissions currently account for roughly 29% of all vehicle emissions globally. Despite significant improvements in energy efficiency, freight vehicle consultant Evenergi has forecasted that freight emissions could grow by 56−70%…

Jasper Konings shares key takeaways from Heliox's recent research into the electric truck industryGovernments play an essential role in closing the adoption gap between electric cars and electric commercial fleets. The European automotive…

Boston Consulting Group explores the implications for a prolonged shortage of chips for Europe's automotive industryThe semiconductor shortage is unlikely to disappear in the next few years. While Europe is slowly growing its semiconductor…

As prices drop and infrastructure improves, there are several steps auto marketers can take to prime the market for new EV buyers. By Jim JohnsonAt first glance, it appears that adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the US is going…

With EV numbers growing, it's high time that an EV repair ecosystem was put in place, writes Pranjal MarkaleMarket growth for electric vehicles (EVs) continues to accelerate as companies improve battery technology and public recharging…

Automation can help plug the skills gap, free up space in factories and ensure new technology is sustainable and futureproof. By Alex ForrestThe automotive industry is far from immune from the workforce shortage, with the UK publication…

In November 2022, Volvo Cars unveiled its flagship Volvo EX90 SUV. Available for pre-order in select markets, the EX90 is just the beginning of Volvo Cars’ plan to deliver a purely electric, software-defined line-up by 2030—releasing a new…

Philip van der Wilt explores how insurance companies can work with connected operations to harness the power of data and incentivise safer drivingWhen it comes to driving for a living, nothing is more important than road safety. Which…