Automotive Industry Trends

A recent study by McKinsey and PwC shows that the automotive industry is undergoing massive change. OEMs are evolving their collaboration strategies and ways of doing business to remain competitive. New technology such as fuel economy, sensors, and systems have increased the technical content of a vehicle. The car is also a communications, entertainment, and communication platform, and the OEMs must master all of these elements to stay ahead of the competition.

Rapid digitalization

As technology continues to improve and the cost of integrating new information becomes more significant, the auto industry is under intense pressure to meet consumer expectations. To compete, the industry must develop new ways to capture attention and spend on transportation. As a result, the auto industry needs to transform and focus on maximizing the value of digitalization. This article outlines the major challenges facing the industry as it tries to meet the demands of consumers.… READ MORE ...

Five Trends That Will Shape the Global Automotive Market in the Next Few Years

Global automotive growth is set to outpace the progress of established markets. Currently accounting for nearly 60 percent of total automotive profit, emerging markets are projected to grow at more than three times the rate of the established markets. By 2020, emerging markets will account for two-thirds of all automotive profit. China is the driving force behind this transformation. The following are six trends that are likely to shape the global automotive market in the next few years. This is a good time to invest in global automotive research and development.

Market structure

Globalization has accelerated the process of globalization in the automotive industry, leading to more complex production networks and value creation structures. In addition to the complexity of supply chains, some vehicle models are produced at one location and sold throughout the world. However, demand structures have changed enormously in recent years. For example, Asian demand for large … READ MORE ...