Autology

Chip crisis – The never-ending story? In this week's episode of Autology, experts from S&P Global Mobility discuss the current state of the ongoing semiconductor shortage that has roiled the automotive industry for more than two years now. We will talk about the impact of the recent announcements around fab expansions from various suppliers and discuss the asset light approach. Furthermore, we...

In this week's episode of Autology, experts from S&P Global Mobility and Parkopedia discuss the current landscape of the EV charging infrastructure and how this is expected to change over the next few years. We will talk about the importance of accurate parking information and challenges the automotive industry has yet to overcome, when it comes to the charging infrastructure and wider EV adop...

In this week's episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss consumer sentiments toward vehicle displays and other human machine interface (HMI) features. We discuss some of the key preferences for display sizes and configurations along with other technology like head-up displays (HUD) and camera displays as they continue to make their way into vehicles. We take a look at how consumer awareness...

In this week's episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss Alfa Romeo's new plug-in hybrid SUV, Tonale, which comes with a non-fungible token (NFT). We get an understanding of what NFTs are and ultimately what they have to do with the automotive industry. With other players in the market utilizing blockchain technology we discuss how automakers, insurers, consumers, and other stakeholders may...

In this week's episode of Autology, S&P Global Mobility experts discuss what American millennials want in their vehicles. As the largest generational group in the US, we take a look at what makes millennials an important consumer segment, as well as what features and technology are of most interest. We look at how COVID-19 has impacted millennials' purchasing behavior and the vehicle buyer jou...

In this week's episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss the topic of how automakers generate revenue from their aftersales activities. Our experts from the aftermarket and connected car teams discuss on-going innovative strategies, including e-retailing of parts, decentralized supply chains, connected services subscriptions and personalization. We also explore future approaches to increasin...

In this week's episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss Tesla's Cyber Rodeo event celebrating the official launch of the Giga Texas factory. Attendees were invited to view the Cybertruck, tour the facility, and hear some of the latest news on Tesla's battery production. News included Tesla's new 4680 battery cell manufacturing and the event was the first time that Tesla demonstrated and mas...

In this week's episode of Autology, S&P Global Mobility experts discuss key takeaways and noteworthy sightings from the New York International Auto Show. NYIAS is back after a two-year pause and we will cover topics such as the dominance of EVs and why there is an increasing emphasis on experiences rather than just cars. With many established OEMs backing out, what role do startups play and wh...

In this week's episode of Autology, S&P Global Mobility experts discuss what governments are doing to keep their EV promises. This includes a look at where the EV industry currently stands in key automotive markets globally and how these markets will evolve in the coming years. The regulatory environment of course plays a big role here, but how effective have regulations really been in advanci...

In this week's episode of Autology, S&P Global Mobility experts discuss what governments are doing to keep their EV promises. This includes a look at where the EV industry currently stands in key automotive markets globally and how these markets will evolve in the coming years. The regulatory environment of course plays a big role here, but how effective have regulations really been in advanci...

A fuel's errand - Will hydrogen vehicles ever be mass market? In this week's episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss the topic of hydrogen internal combustion and fuel cell vehicles. With inputs from the light passenger vehicle team as well as the medium heavy commercial team, we dive into topics including the supply chain of hydrogen vehicles, what regions are driving these technologies a...

This week's episode dives into the impact of Russia's invasion of Ukraine on the automotive industry. As the war continues to rage on, vehicle production, demand, and the global supply chain supporting this sector are experiencing major disruption. We discuss the revised outlook for vehicle production as well as the key supply constraints that will have broad ramifications beyond Ukraine. Sanction...

Lighting Ahead – Staging the future vehicle design In this week's episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss with Todd Morgan, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at Lumax Industries, how vehicle lighting is influencing the automotive design in the coming years. With new lighting and design concepts, the overall vehicle style is changing inside the cabin and outside. New lighting technolo...

In this week's episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss what's needed to establish the right EV charging infrastructure - globally, nationally, and locally. This includes how the charging infrastructure deployment is progressing relative to EV market adoption and which major factors influence this infrastructure deployment. With many business models around, what does the current model for l...

In this week's episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts talk about partnering with material suppliers to create a supply chain for new materials, which are needed for features and vehicle construction. The functions and capabilities of vehicles are rapidly changing with megatrends, but what about their construction and composition? IHS Markit experts discuss the broad concept of "Materials as a Ser...

In this week's episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss how E/E architecture is set to develop over the coming years. This includes when and what new architectures may come into play and the challenges of transitioning from domain to zonal. Does software play a role? And finally, what regional differences might there be in both the approaches and adoption rates of the automotive manufacture...

Pickup trucks are still the highest-selling vehicle segment in the United States. As EV pickup trucks make their way onto automotive assembly lines, it is clear that this new segment of vehicles will have a significant impact on the North American auto industry. In this week's episode of Autology, our experts discuss the increasingly competitive electric truck market, including the Chevrolet Silve...

In this week's episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss navigation technology and the next generation of satellite navigation. We sit down with HERE Technologies to discuss the major trends related to location and how the future looks for embedded vs brought-in navigation. What is the role of the cloud, how important are Over-the Air (OTA) updates and what might the impact of 5G connectivit...

The auto industry discussion of constraints around electric vehicle uptake often centers on the battery and its constituent raw materials. Meanwhile, the broader semiconductor shortage continues to have a damaging impact on vehicle production output of almost all manufacturers. Yet another, lesser known, supply chain crunch potentially looms around the availability of electrical steel for motors....

In this week's episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss battery technology and the battery market. With a basic understanding of how NCM (nickel, manganese, cobalt) and LFP (lithium, iron phosphate) batteries work we dive deeper into the importance and implications of different cathode materials in battery technology. We also look into how these types of cathode materials are used in the do...

In this week's episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss the acquisition of the software company Wind River by Aptiv. We will be delving into the details of the deal, why this acquisition took place, and what this means for the automotive software market. Tune in to find out the answers, and much more! Speakers: • Dr Tawhid Khan, Software and research director at IHS Markit • Richard Dixon,...

Autology brings the final, all-encompassing recap of the biggest automotive news from the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Two years removed from the last physical CES, we've covered all of the big announcements around the future of Mobility, what's next in the tumultuous world of semiconductors, and new opportunities unfolding in the Connected Car. A rotating cast of experts f...

Autology brings daily recaps of the biggest automotive news from the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada throughout the week. Two years removed from the last physical CES, we'll cover all of the big announcements around the future of Mobility, what's next in the tumultuous world of semiconductors, and new opportunities unfolding in the Connected Car. A rotating cast of experts from...

Autology brings daily recaps of the biggest automotive news from the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada throughout the week. Two years removed from the last physical CES, we'll cover all of the big announcements around the future of Mobility, what's next in the tumultuous world of semiconductors, and new opportunities unfolding in the Connected Car. A rotating cast of experts from...

Autology will bring daily recaps of the biggest automotive news from the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada throughout the week. Two years removed from the last physical CES, we'll cover all of the big announcements around the future of Mobility, what's next in the tumultuous world of semiconductors, and new opportunities unfolding in the Connected Car. A rotating cast of experts...