Fueled by such factors as the climate crisis and the digital revolution, the automotive industry is transforming rapidly.

A typical automotive company today faces the task of transforming from a component manufacturer or assembler to a software and technology company, while also navigating electrification and the race to sustainability.

At the same time, the company may well be striving to become a mobility player, to move from a siloed economy towards an open, flexible shared partner ecosystem, and to reduce time to market by accelerating automation and efficiency.

And, of course, the company simultaneously needs to keep making cars, and to ensure that existing assets are still performant.

Challenges like these call for enterprise-wide agility coupled with rapid innovation.

Episode 44:  Closing the gap: Localizing battery production in Europe

In this episode of Driving the Future podcast, we spotlight insights from the Rising Stars Speak by Automotive News Europe. Join Sebastian Wolf of Volkswagen’s PowerCo and Chiara Kalenberg from Capgemini as they delve into how localized battery production can supercharge Europe’s electric vehicle ambitions—and help close the gap with global leaders like CATL.

They unpack the regulatory hurdles facing the industry, the game-changing potential of digital innovation, and the essential skills needed to build a resilient, sustainable battery ecosystem.

Discover how collaboration, cutting-edge technology, and bold thinking are driving the next wave of Europe’s EV revolution.

Tune in to hear how these rising stars are shaping the future of mobility. Buckle up, it’s time to start Driving the Future. Subscribe now for regular updates!

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