Last year, the automotive industry was focused on technological disruption. The most immediate questions were these: Are you still in the driver’s seat? Are autonomous vehicles really going to happen? When will electric vehicles achieve acceptance by consumers? Is the industry really changing?
For 2020, most would say COVID-19 is in the driver’s seat. The virus has led governments to close factories, sales floors and repair shops. Demand for vehicles is expected to plummet as consumers’ economic fortunes are battered, and many are not commuting as much or able to engage in recreational activities.
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• Commercial Operations
• Product Safety and Liability
• Disputes
• Employment Issues
• New Technologies and Mobility
• Update and Trends
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