Dear Readers,

Politics. Policy. Production. Just three short words, yet these are some of the biggest challenges shaping the automotive industry. The dynamic variables at play make it more challenging than ever to anticipate future trends. 

To help you keep ahead, we are excited to announce the Global Automotive Outlook Conference in Birmingham, Michigan, on October 24, 2024. 

At the event, you can join industry experts from GlobalData and discover invaluable insights on key areas such as the economy, vehicle sales, production forecasts, and electrification trends. 

Interested? Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details on registration and agenda.

You should attend if you're interested in:

• Global Light Vehicle Sales: Despite outperforming expectations in H1 2024,  there are mixed results in key markets. What does is all mean?

• Economic Outlook: How are we achieving a favorable outlook with headwinds from inflation and external factors?

• Geopolitics: Politics, nationalism, and geopolitical issues are shaping the direction of the economy and global auto industry. How will you navigate them? 

• Policy Changes: Tariffs are taking center stage. What is ahead?

• Production: We're reaching "near normal", but when will we finally reach pre-pandemic levels? 

• Electrification: Slow progress persists. How will this impact OEMs’ financial performance and create investment challenges?

Don't miss this opportunity to network with industry leaders, gain strategic insights, and position yourself for success in the ever-changing automotive landscape.

Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details on registration and agenda.

We look forward to welcoming you on October 24, 2024.

Jeff Schuster, VP of Automotive Research at GlobalData