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Automakers seem to be holding all the right cards that would clear the way to becoming one of the few major identity stewards consumers collectively trust, writes Louie AbonadorCES 2024 was packed with innovative tech as automakers showed…

Innovative tariff offerings are emerging as the energy industry steers toward a low-carbon future, writes William GoldsmithAs the transition to clean energy and electric vehicles (EVs) accelerates, the energy tariff landscape is undergoing…

Early identification of supplier distress can help to mitigate risks before a crisis sets in, writes Steve Savoy and Ryan GrossDistress is an inherent part of a company’s lifecycle. Effectively managing and preemptively addressing this…

Adrian Stalham argues that instead of trying to 'futureproof', companies should aim to become 'change-ready'It wasn’t common to see a car in Japan in the late 19th and early 20th century. And if you did, it certainly wasn’t Japanese. The…

Enhanced cold-spraying capabilities will help OEMs to cost effectively meet new particulate emissions regulations when they come into force. By Werner Krömmer and Paolo KirchpfeningAir quality in mature economies—particularly in major…

Automakers should be pivoting their marketing to react to EV market changes and looming EV mandates, writes Ahed Nakad JendzaLooking at the history of electric vehicles (EVs) over the past 20 years or so, it’s easy to interpret the market…

André ten Bloemendal argues that battery telematics software will be pivotal for fleets in the transition to electricElectric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as a revolutionary force in the automotive industry, quickly changing transport and…

Q4 2023 was the fourth successive quarter of y-o-y decline in Tesla's group operating margin. However, the 8.2% margin was 0.6 points ahead of the previous quarter, helped by some reduction in the cost of goods sold per vehicle.Deliveries…

Dirk Kesselgruber explores the shifting relationship between OEMs and the supply chain in an electrified worldThe ever-accelerating shift toward a fully electric future presents both challenges and opportunities for players across the…

In-car navigation can revolutionise the experience of driving an EV, writes Drew MeehanThese days, most drivers aren’t worried about whether their electric vehicle (EV) can go the distance. However, when it comes time to charge, they’re…

t there’s a huge grey area between ‘moving away from’ and ‘phasing out’ fossil fuels, writes Ashley TateNow that there is global alignment on moving away from fossil fuels, it’s important to consider what this will look like in 2024 and how…

Andrew Cunningham highlights why grid-adjacent charging solutions are required in the push towards decarbonised transportWhen it comes to electric vehicle (EV) charging, using renewable electricity from the grid is the optimum solution. But…

Charlie Jardine shares his predictions for the electric vehicle segment's development over 2024Consumers, businesses, and the public sector are switching to electric vehicles (EVs) in ever more significant numbers. In 2023, 14 million EVs…

From autonomous vehicles to hydrogen-powered cars and V2X, Igor Valandro shares his view of the pivotal trends for 2024The automotive sector value chain has evolved massively from its origins as a simple B2C model based on the manufacture…

Marketers are crucial to creating a distinct brand identity and experience, writes Richard PinderMy LinkedIn feed was often filled with articles and posts bemoaning marketing’s lack of gravitas compared to finance or operations and its lack…