Economic lockdowns in the COVID-19 crisis have quickly and severely compromised the automotive supply chain and dealerships worldwide in unprecedented ways. The recession after the crisis will cut global car demand by multi-digit percentages in 2020, followed by a slow recovery that will lag GDP rebound by one or two years. By the time car sales reach pre-crisis levels again in two to three years, powertrain electrification and digitalization will have made additional advances, just as buyers are returning to the market. This confluence creates opportunities in the automotive crisis recovery for those in the industry who set themselves on the right course now.
Executive Update
Setting the Course for Automotive Recovery After COVID-19
Posted May 19, 2020 | Industry | Leadership |
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Alan Martinovich is a Partner at Arthur D. Little (ADL), based in Boston; and heads ADL’s North American Strategy & Organization practice. Mr. Martinovich has over 20 years’ experience advising management on issues related to corporate competitiveness, business strategy, strategic marketing, and new product development. He has served both in an external advisory role and as an operating member of senior executive teams and has extensive… Read More
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