Drivetime

This final episode in our MOVE Monday series features Chris Stokes, UK Country Manager at MICHELIN Mobility Intelligence, whose purpose is to provide customers, fleets and governments with actionable data that helps them make the right decisions. While many people associate MICHELIN with tyres, Chris explains how MICHELIN Mobility Intelligence is helping organisations understand how road users interact with the built environment. By analysing events such as harsh braking, rapid acceleration and corrective manoeuvres, the team can identify high-risk locations, highlight potential safety issues and support evidence-based decision making.

The conversation explores one of the biggest challenges facing mobility today: turning data into action. Chris argues that collecting information is only the first step. The real value comes from making data both actionable and defendable, enabling governments, fleets and transport providers to invest in the right interventions with confidence. The discussion also looks at the future of road safety, connected mobility and navigation services, including a compelling vision where drivers can choose not only the fastest or most economical route, but the safest route as well.

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This bonus episode of Drivetime — MOVE Monday — features Raúl Gómez Garrido, Digital Transformation and AI leader at Toyota Motor Europe, discussing how AI, data and software-defined vehicles are reshaping the way cars are designed, developed and improved. Drawing on his background in performance engineering, Raúl explains how traditional vehicle development is evolving from a long, hardware-led process into a faster, more iterative model powered by software. As vehicles become increasingly connected, manufacturers can respond more quickly to customer feedback, deploy over-the-air updates, and continuously improve the ownership experience long after a vehicle leaves the factory.

The conversation explores one of the biggest challenges facing the automotive industry: how to balance speed and innovation with the safety and quality standards customers expect. He also offers a refreshing perspective on AI's role in automotive development, arguing that the technology should support experts rather than replace them, helping engineers focus on creativity, problem-solving and delivering greater value to customers.

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Denmark has become one of the world's leading EV markets, with more than 90% of private new car sales now electric. But what happens when the transition becomes reality?

In this episode of Drivetime, Jacqui travels to Denmark to speak with Thomas Møller Sørensen, Director of DI Automotive, the organisation representing Denmark's automotive retailers. Together they explore what dealers can learn from one of the most advanced EV markets in Europe. Thomas explains why Denmark and Norway have become the "canaries in the mine" for the EV transition, how dealers are adapting to shrinking new car margins, and why aftersales, data and customer retention will define the next era of automotive retail.

They discuss:
- How dealers are using used EV imports to create new revenue streams
- The growing opportunity in crash repair and battery services
- How AI and data can help retailers unlock missed revenue opportunities
- Why dealers need access to their own data
- Why Thomas believes dealer networks are here to stay
And much more.

If you're trying to understand where automotive retail is heading next, Denmark offers a glimpse into the future.

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This bonus episode of Drivetime — MOVE Monday — features Sven Eckoldt, Head of Global Partnerships at CARIAD, the software company behind the Volkswagen Group's software-defined vehicle strategy. Sven explains how CARIAD is helping transform some of the world's best-known automotive brands by centralising software development across the group. From intelligent navigation and AI-powered voice assistants to app stores and connected services, he shares how software is becoming as important as hardware in defining the ownership experience.

The conversation explores what software-defined vehicles actually mean for drivers, why connected cars are creating entirely new partnership opportunities, and how automotive brands can create experiences that continue to evolve long after the vehicle leaves the showroom. Sven also discusses the growing role of AI, over-the-air updates, and the challenge of building customer-centric digital ecosystems inside the vehicle. Looking ahead, he shares lessons learned from launching connected services across multiple brands, explains why partnership ecosystems are critical to future vehicle experiences, and offers a glimpse into how cars are becoming personalised digital platforms that can grow throughout their lifetime.

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This special MOVE Monday episode of Drivetime features Matt Walters and Amélie De Valroger from Arval, the world's largest fleet leasing provider. They discuss the evolving role of fleet management, the challenges of electrification, and why the future of mobility will be built on data, insight and automation. With Arval managing more than 3 million vehicles globally, Matt and Amélie share their perspective on helping businesses navigate an increasingly complex landscape. From fleet electrification and total cost of ownership to connected vehicles and software-defined mobility, they explain why today's fleet leaders need long-term strategies ratherthan short-term vehicle decisions.

The conversation explores one of the event's biggest themes: connected vehicle data. Both guests argue that collecting data is no longer enough. The real opportunity lies in turning information into actionable insight and ultimately automating decisions that improve efficiency, reduce costs and simplify fleet operations. They also discuss the second wave of EV adoption, the difficulties of electrifying commercial vehicles, the role of AI in fleet management, and why advances in battery technology could unlock the next stage of the electric transition.

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