AI & Automation: Mobility’s Next Edge

Q1. Could you start by giving us a brief overview of your professional background, particularly focusing on your expertise in the industry?

I am a Business development and Business strategy professional with a firm grasp of electronics and electric vehicle powertrain technology, intense exposure to South Asia and the Indian market, and a keen eye for future trends and technologies.

Q2. In what ways are changing consumer preferences influencing product innovation and material choices in the mobility sector?

The mobility sector is predominantly driven by government policy and innovation driven by customer demand, such as innovative infotainment systems, LED lamps, and other features.

Q3. How do you see automation, AI, or digitalization changing the nature of value creation in this industry?

Currently, AI is impacting all industries, including mobility. Smart connectivity, real-time road information, calling, and in-car entertainment will all be affected by AI.

Q4. How do you envision the next phase of sustainability — beyond carbon neutrality — redefining industrial competitiveness?

EV and Hybrid technology will drive the next phase of the mobility segment, with greater comfort, higher quality, and better after-sales services, another factor that impacts industry competitiveness.

Q5. How are global disruptions — like raw material volatility…