Shilpan Amin

Today, I participated in the OKR (Objective and Key Results) Kickoff for FORVIA HELLA Special OE. I believe that OKRs are game-changers and help to roll-out a strategy over locations and hierarchies due to the following reasons: 🎯 Clarity and Focus: Define clear, measurable objectives that inspire and challenge your team. 🚀 Alignment: Ensure everyone is working towards the same big-picture goals, fostering collaboration and synergies. 📈 Measurable Results: Track progress with key results that are specific, measurable, and time-bound. 🛠️ Agility: Adapt and pivot quickly based on real-time feedback and results. I am looking forward to our next OKR cycle. Leon Özcan, Tim Brilka: Thanks for the organization! You did great! #Leadership #OKR #TeamPerformance #GoalSetting #Innovation #Productivity

232

5 Comments

More than 80% of American travelers agree that #sustainability is important to them, and the market is set to explode over the next five years. The continuous shift toward greener travel choices reflects a broader societal commitment to sustainability.

2

#IWork4Stellantis See how #Stellantis is collaborating with suppliers to tackle emissions reduction head-on! Discover in the video the concrete actions we're taking to ensure environmental responsibility at every step. Watch now to learn more!

5

1 Comment

A true commitment towards sustainable development/circular economy.

13

Happy to have been invited to Automotive Europe by Reuters to be one of three keynote speakers together with Carlos Tavarez of Stellantis and Istvan Kapitany of Shell. Very interesting meeting of the industry discussing the current topics in automotive. Top of the list is the question what to expect from the Chinese competition. Carlos Tavarez was very outspoken in how cost competitive Chinese vehicles are - he saw a 30% cost advantage ex works. In my speech I highlighted the opportunity there for both consumers and the environment: finally BEVs will become affordable. Stellantis as well as Arno Antlitz, CFO and COO of Volkswagen Group and I were very much united in our rejection of further tariffs for Chinese BEVs. This would increase inflation inside the protected area (BEVs will become more rather than less expensive), it will not help the OEMs to become more efficient, and Chinese OEMs – including us – will definitely set up local production and be highly competitive anyhow. Taking competition head on will be the right choice, and would be to the benefit of the consumer and environment – everybody should remember what happened in the mobile phone industry. I was happy to share with the attendees that in 2012 I was part of a study that conclusively proved that BEVs would never make sense (cost was just too high just for the raw material of the batteries), only now to see that we have reached levels of efficiency that made all of the conclusions at the time utterly wrong. Innovation, once unleashed and physically possible, can take routes previously unimaginable. Listening two days to all the changes in the industry it is very clear that the future of mobility will be battery electrical.

50

2 Comments

At Enterprise Mobility, our founding philosophy is rooted in listening to customers and tailoring solutions to their needs. Learn more in this article about the long-term relationships that help move our partners forward. #EnterpriseMobility #IWork4EM

7

Our SERES' Q1 2024 earnings report is out, and I think it speaks clearly of our relentless pursuit of innovative, efficient, and sustainable mobility. This past quarter, we brought in 3.67 billion USD in revenue, a year-over-year gain of more than 421.76%. More importantly, we delivered positive net profit. Our gross margin now stands at 21.5% thanks to sales of our hugely popular AITO M5, AITO M7 and AITO M9 models as well as ongoing technological advances, cost optimization, and operational excellence. Seres is now the fourth profitable NEV company globally. Looking toward the horizon, our new MF Platform, unveiled at Auto Show Beijing, will also be a key driver of this growth. This technological tour de force integrates class-leading safety, power, chassis, and software systems, delivering an unparalleled experience in our extended-range, pure electric, and hybrid variants. Meanwhile, we remain committed as ever to our vision of being an industry leader, setting new standards in intelligent, green, and sustainable manufacturing. Exciting times are indeed ahead! #SERES Q1/2024 FINANCIAL REPORT#

13

New research shows how factors like transit deserts can lead to more daily driving in major U.S. metro areas. As #commuting distances continue to increase for many Americans, mobility solutions like #vanpooling can help transit agencies reach more people, taking vehicles off the road and reducing traffic congestion. 

23

"Chinese EV manufacturers like Xpeng, BYD & GWM are making waves in Europe with their innovative and affordable electric vehicles, challenging traditional market trends." While in Paris recently, I spotted a surge of electric vehicles in Paris, including models from BYD and Tesla and was able to see the BYD product up close at a dealership. The Big 3 is in trouble. Are the competitive prices of these Chinese EVs attributed to government intervention, lower labor costs in China? Or is it simply superior manufacturing prowess driving their success? Or perhaps the productivity surge that accompanies workers living in a Socialist worker's paradise? The Biden administration's decision to impose a 100% tariff on imports may safeguard American automakers in the short term but could impact consumers. As an industry professional in Detroit, I understand the importance of the Big 3's stability. However, with electric vehicles gaining traction, adaptation is crucial to avoid a challenging transition. Check out more insights on the evolving EV landscape: [Link to EV Magazine] #ElectricVehicles #EVIndustry #AutomotiveTrends #Innovation #MarketDisruption

2

Tune in to a dynamic conversation that redefines the future of transportation. In this episode of our "Driving the Future" podcast, Emmanuelle Bischoff and Laurence Montanari discuss how advancements in infrastructure and the rise of gigafactories are crucial to the widespread adoption of electric vehicles. Learn about the steps being taken towards a sustainable, electrified future. 🎧 Apple: https://lnkd.in/gm3aZyac 🎧 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gATcZinV #automotive #CircularEconomy #FutureOfMobility

3

Today, we published our annual ESG Report. Flip to page 25 to read all about the Prologis Mobility team’s progress in 2023, including 2 million miles of EV truck travel and charging 1/5 of all Class 8 EV trucks in California. I am so happy and fortunate to work at a company where sustainability is in our core DNA.   I’m especially excited to highlight our 2030 goal: achieving 900 MW of EV charging capacity across a portfolio of hubs, depots and workplace charging locations. Contextually, that big Denker project I shared last week had 9MW of EV charging capacity. It might sound like a nearly impossible goal, but you would be surprised by how many customers are looking to transition their fleets – and our team has the drive to make it happen.    Read the ESG Report: https://prolo.gs/45ctXmF #ESGReport #electrification #EVCharging

138

8 Comments

Our day-to-day driving experiences are increasingly defined by software features, such as satellite navigation, lane change assist, and onboard infotainment. But have you ever wondered what is required to make these software features possible in the first place? Anant Thaker, Aptiv's Chief Strategy Officer, explains the three ingredients that make the software-defined vehicle possible.

106

The U.S. government's imposition of quadrupled tariffs on Chinese electric cars may have negative impact on organic competition in the global #AI #EV industry, and the value of FF as a bridge between the Chinese and U.S. automotive industries has been brought into the spotlight. We welcome communications with any Chinese companies and supply chains who are interested in collectively building the China-U.S. automotive bridge.

29

4 Comments

Immerse Yourself in the Future of Automotive Technology I discovered many years ago that #AutoTechDetroit is the foundational conference for automotive technology, connected vehicles, mobility, and retailing – This year June 5-6, at the Suburban Collection Showplace, Novi MI - no one related in any way to this sector should miss it. https://lnkd.in/g4MZstHR Created and masterminded by the car folks at WardsAuto (100-year history as a driving force in automotive) and Informa, AutoTech: Detroit brings together over 3,000 (that’s thousand) industry leaders from around the world, for two days of incredibly new and informative presentations and immersive B2B networking. For example, I can tell you (because I was there) it’s a fact that connected car and mobility discussions started here, many years ago, way before they were even discussed (let alone buzzwords) anywhere else – this is about as forward-thinking and cutting edge automotive you can get. I’m very privileged and delighted to say that I’ll be moderating a fireside chat panel on the evolving automotive retailing sector, “Shifting Gears – New Business Models for the Automotive Experience,” ( Wednesday, June 5  3:40pm) with industry leaders - Scott Kunes from Kunes Auto and RV Group, and Greg Moran from Zoomcar. We will be tackling the big topics – ·       How can the industry reimagine business models centered on consumer experiences, long-term partnerships, and the entire vehicle lifecycle? ·       What potential conflicts and opportunities arise as OEMs and dealer networks transition from product-centric to service-centric models? ·       What complexities do dealerships face with software updates for EVs, and how can they be addressed? Thank you Lisa Brailsford, Alexa Madden, Lewis Powers, and the entire Informa and WardsAuto team for once again putting on this mega think tank for the automotive industry (and allowing me to be a small part of it!). No one who needs to know “what’s coming down the road” in automotive technology should miss this event – I look forward to seeing you there! #AutoTechDetroit #automotive #automotivetechnology #connnectedcar #EVs #newcarsales #automotiveretailing #Driveitaway #DWAY

34

3 Comments

Has the time come for shops to specialize in electric vehicle (EV) service or advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) calibrations? According to experts at Roland Berger, the cost of equipping your shop for ADAS might just be a fraction (one-third!) of what you'd spend to go EV-ready. #shopupgrades #ADAS  

18

Californian drivers appear to be losing some enthusiasm for Tesla. A California Auto Outlook report shows year-over-year Tesla registrations are down again in the state. The report, published on Monday by the California New Car Dealers Association, summarizes first-quarter vehicle registration figures statewide. The report said Tesla saw a 7.8% dip in sales in California in the first quarter, down from 54,265 in the last quarter of 2023 to 50,025 in Q1. The drop follows last quarter's 9.8% decline. Read more in Business Insider https://lnkd.in/exaHWtm5

10

1 Comment

Hyundai Motor Company (현대자동차) leads U.S. Zero-Emission freight transportation with NorCAL ZERO project launch Hyundai Motor celebrates the official launch of the NorCAL ZERO project to bring zero-emission freight transportation to the San Francisco Bay Area and California’s Central Valley. Hyundai Motor teams up with public and private partners to deploy 30 Class 8 XCIENT Fuel Cell, hydrogen-powered trucks to haul freight containers and vehicles. This delivery marks the single largest commercial deployment of Class 8 hydrogen-powered fuel cell electric truck in the U.S. NorCAL ZERO Project aims to reduce carbon emissions by over 24,000 metric tons. Hyundai Motor sees hydrogen as the clean energy solution for commercial vehicles, leading the way to expand on Hyundai’s efforts for port decarbonization in the U.S. Hyundai Motor America Hyundai Motor Brasil Hyundai Motor Group Hyundai Commercial Vehicle and Hydrogen Business #NorCAL #XCIENTFuelCell #California #decarbonization #hydrogeneconomy #hydrogen #fuelcell Ken Ramirez

149

2 Comments