Automotive Overview - Ernst & Young - United States

In our first edition of Capital Confidence Barometer, 59% of the automotive executives surveyed believe they will need to refinance loans or other debt within the next two years. Our findings reiterated that the way organizations manage their capital today will define their competitive position tomorrow. Discover how your company’s capital agenda (pdf, 1.2mb)  compares.

Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) has experienced significant market growth in the past and, we anticipate the promise of more. Two reasons for this include global interest in advanced powertrain technologies and the vast Russian market. See our country profiles for invaluable insights on the state of the automotive sector in CEE (pdf, 2.3mb) .

The availability of private brands and other competitive trends are growing in the automotive aftermarket. Our report shows that companies that can successfully understand and measure consumer behavior will be most effective in developing a unique value proposition. Discover more about gathering consumer-level insights and building a competitive advantage.

Are alternative powertain technologies piquing the interest of consumers worldwide? To learn first-hand, we asked 4,000 drivers in the US, China, Japan and Europe to reveal which factors might encourage or discourage them to purchase a plug-in hybrid or electric vehicle in the future. See what’s “driving” their answers.

Despite the recent slowdown in sales volumes, we remain positive about the long-term prospects for the Russian automotive industry and believe the next few years will be extremely important as the industry’s new competitive landscape develops. Gain perspective on the Russian and CIS automotive markets (pdf, 1.3mb), their various challenges and future outlook.

The response by industry stakeholders to the threat of climate change is transforming the automotive business like never before. Besides reducing emissions and improving the energy efficiency of automotive facilities, how can you address the risks and maximize the opportunities the industry’s response to climate change will bring to your organization?

How can automotive executives manage their companies through the recession and position themselves for growth? After interviewing thousands of executives, we identified some overarching themes. From demonstrating operational flexibility to optimizing market reach, we reveal the lessons that could mean the difference between surviving and thriving in the new economic environment.

In our collection of Global Automotive Center Viewpoints, we offer practical guidance and up-to-date knowledge on pertinent issues affecting the automotive industry, such as mergers and acquisitions, risk management in emerging markets, financial performance management and technology risk. Discover which trends are affecting various automotive markets and see what our executives have to say about the industry’s challenges and opportunities.