FT Live: Future of the Car
The Future of the Car 2026 agenda explores the transformation of the automotive industry through electrification, software-defined vehicles, and autonomous mobility. Sessions examine investment strategies, balancing regulatory obligations with market realities, and maintaining commercial viability in the transition to zero-emission vehicles. Panels and interviews address supply chain resilience, cost innovation, and partnerships to sustain competitiveness, while highlighting regional dynamics in Europe, the UK, and the US. Leadership and strategic decision-making are discussed in the context of technological disruption, digital transformation, and evolving business models, including brand loyalty, customer engagement, and monetisation of connected and software-driven vehicles. Sustainability and circular design principles are integrated as core considerations for future production, sourcing, and regulatory alignment.
CLEPA’s Secretary General, Benjamin Krieger, will attend the panel discussion: “Maintaining commercial viability in the race to zero emissions”.
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Programme
Panel: Maintaining commercial viability in the race to zero emissions
EV growth in Europe remains strong, but consumers are cautious as government messaging changes. With the US easing regulations and seeing a rebound in ICE sales, the policy and profitability gap is widening again. How do regulators and OEMs stay aligned whilst tackling changes in consumer buying patterns?
- How can OEMs and policymakers collaborate to meet ZEV and 2035 ICE-phase-out goals without eroding affordability?
- What do policymakers and OEMs need to do to bridge the gap between EVs and ICE?
- Can regulation evolve quickly enough to reflect real-world consumer behaviour?
- How can industry and regulators tackle the next phase of vehicle development together?
