AFLA Conference Archives-The Future of Mobility

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In a comprehensive session, the speaker delves into the transformative phase called the "mobility revolution" affecting urban transportation and auto industries. Recognizing the challenges and opportunities presented by urbanization, traffic congestion, and environmental concerns, the speaker emphasizes a shift towards electric, autonomous, and shared vehicle models. Emphasizing statistical anecdotes, the session outlines the potential cost savings and environmental benefits of embracing electric vehicles (EVs), backed by declining battery costs and increasing governmental and city-level emission regulations.<br /><br />The most significant paradigm shift discussed is the blurring lines between car ownership and comprehensive mobility solutions—combining ride-hailing, car-sharing, and autonomous driving technologies. This disruption is rapidly developing, with significant impacts anticipated within the next decade. Cities worldwide, especially in Europe and parts of the US, are trialing and implementing initiatives to decrease reliance on personally owned vehicles in favor of enhanced public and shared transportation systems.<br /><br />Businesses and OEMs are urged to adapt by exploring dynamic partnerships and expanding service portfolios. New major players, including ride-sharing giants like Uber and Lyft, are influencing transportation beyond individual car ownership models. The discussion also touches upon infrastructure challenges like EV charging stations, predicting that technological advancements, such as wireless charging, will soon mitigate current issues.<br /><br />The pivotal takeaway for industries and businesses is the imperative to recognize and strategically respond to these rapid changes; leveraging these shifts offers a means to thrive rather than be sidelined by obsolescence.

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Lukas Neckermann

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Location Las Vegas, NV

Year 2017

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mobility revolution

urban transportation

electric vehicles

autonomous vehicles

shared mobility

ride-hailing

car-sharing

emission regulations

EV charging stations

wireless charging

Las Vegas, NV

2017