Business Strategy and Innovation

The foundations of the automotive industry are being shaken as traditional ideas are being re-evaluated. Mainstream automotive companies are being forced to innovate in order to stay relevant through out-of-the-box thinking and thorough market analysis. New companies and solutions are being born, smaller markets are growing and established markets are restructuring to adapt to new strategies.

Frost & Sullivan's Business Strategy and Innovation Program applies expert and critical intelligence to the following four main areas:

  • Innovative and visionary industry trends and strategies
  • Disruptive technologies and engineering advancements
  • Emerging business models and their development strategies
  • Cross industry convergence and future implications
  1. 19 Aug 2021  |  Global

    Theme IV: Key Trends in Circular Economy in Automotive—Voice of Industry Thought Leaders

    Intelligent Mobility Event, Japan, 2021

    Intelligent Mobility Summit, 2021: A Glimpse into the Future of Mobility Frost & Sullivan organized the 13th edition of its flagship Intelligent Mobility Summit 2021 on July 14 and 15, 2021. The focus of the two-day virtual summit was “Intelligent Mobility: Innovating to Zero” with the spotlight on the Asia-Pacific region. This year...

    $2,450.00
  2. Frost & Sullivan organized the 13th edition of its flagship Intelligent Mobility Summit 2021 on July 14 and 15, 2021. The focus of the two-day virtual summit was “Intelligent Mobility: Innovating to Zero” with the spotlight on the Asia-Pacific region. This year, the Summit brought together a stellar group of industry thought leaders, policymake...

    $2,450.00
  3. 19 Aug 2021  |  Asia Pacific

    Theme V: Advent of Electric 2 Wheelers in Asia—Voice of Industry Thought Leaders

    Intelligent Mobility Event, Japan, 2021

    By addressing issues related to higher capital costs and limited charging infrastructure, stakeholders are attempting to drive electric two-wheeler adoption in Asia. This is being reinforced by government incentives/subsidies, localized manufacturing, competitive pricing, growing investments, stringent emission norms, and strategic partnerships. Ch...

    $2,450.00
  4. 10 Aug 2021  |  Global

    Strategic Analysis of Mergers and Acquisitions (M&As) in the Global Automotive Industry

    At Least 140 Start-ups that Offer Disruptive Technology Hold Future M&A Potential in the Automotive Ecosystem

    The global automotive industry is undergoing a massive shift toward electric vehicles (EVs), and strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&As) will help companies leverage this shift and drive growth. Legacy automakers and component manufacturers are constantly scouting for suitable parties to synergize their capabilities and keep pace with the evolvin...

    $4,950.00
  5. 06 Aug 2021  |  Global

    US Vehicle Subscriptions—Voice of Customer Analysis, 2020

    Currently, the Market Potential for Used-car Subscription in the US Ranges from 400,000 to Approximately 1 Million Units, and 10% of All New Vehicles Retailed in 2025 are Expected to Be Offered Under the Vehicle Subscription Business Model

    Globally, the US continues to be the leading market to test and launch vehicle subscription offers. Frost & Sullivan estimates about 32 vehicle subscription programs in the US at various stages of life cycle in 2018, and it is expected to witness more than 50 programs by 2025. Frost & Sullivan carried out more than 2000 interviews among potential c...

    $2,450.00
  6. 02 Jul 2021  |  Global

    The Global Semiconductor Chip Shortage Crisis and Its Effects on the Automotive Industry

    About 1.38 Million Fewer Units Were Produced in Q1 2021 Due to Shutdowns and Production Slowdowns Arising from the Chip Shortage. The Situation Could Worsen, and Production is Likely to Reduce by a Further 2.40 Million Units in Q2 2021

    The rising trend of the electrification of vehicles has increased automakers dependency on semiconductor chips, making them a critical component in new-gen cars. Toward the end of 2020, the global shortage of semiconductor chips forced many OEMs to temporarily suspend vehicle production or reduce the working shifts in their factories. Leading OEMs ...

    $2,450.00
  7. 14 Jun 2021  |  Global

    China Belt and Road Initiative Growth Opportunities

    CBRI to Ensure the Construction of Record-breaking Rail Routes, the Transformational Growth of Smart Cities, Smart Ports, Smart Highways, IoT and Cloud-enabled Smart Logistics Services, and the Proliferation of Mega Trucks and Mega Ships

    In 2013, China initiated the China Belt and Road Initiative (CBRI) to connect Asia, Europe, and Africa through a series of land and sea routes which would ensure greater connectivity and promote commerce between China and the rest of the world. China has aggressively promoted this endeavor that seeks to reestablish a series of trade routes similar ...

    $4,950.00
  8. 08 Feb 2021  |  Europe

    Overview of Stellantis’ (FCA-PSA) Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) Strategies

    With more than a 34% Market Share in 2019, the Plan to Embrace Electrification, and Partnerships with Technology Companies to Develop Autonomous Robo Taxis, Stellantis is Set to become the Leader in the European LCV Market

    The proposed merger between Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and the PSA Group will be one of the most significant mergers among automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The joint entity will be called Stellantis, and it will become the fourth-largest automotive OEM in terms of sales volumes. The new group will have a combined revenue of ...

    $2,450.00
  9. 24 Dec 2020  |  North America

    Intelligent Mobility, Japan, 2020 - Theme II

    New Paradigms – New Business Models

    Intelligent Mobility Japan, 2020 is a virtual summit organized by Frost & Sullivan on November 24 and 25, 2020. This is a 2-day interactive conference, which hosted on a unique virtual platform to discuss and evaluate Growth Opportunities in new Mobility Business models covering Personal and Public Transport Systems. The conference presenters inc...

    $2,450.00
  10. 08 Dec 2020  |  North America

    Strategic Analysis of the Volkswagen-Ford Partnership

    Two of the Largest OEMs Come Together to Collaborate for EV Strategies, with Joint Investments in Autonomous Driving Technology, Electric Mobility, and Mobility Services

    The Volkswagen-Ford Partnership will open many doors for both companies in global markets, leveraging each others strengths and presence across various regions. The aim is to design and manufacture approximately 45 EVs for both companies, using VWs MEB EV architecture, and this will help both companies dominate the global market, given their extens...

    $2,450.00