Embedding the automobile in societal contexts: new services, new uses, new integrated mobility systems, new business models

 
The global automotive industry is on the verge of dramatic change as traditional automotive companies attempt to move outside their typical areas of designing, developing, and manufacturing vehicles into providing new services and uses for their vehicles.  New entrants into the auto industry have already forced change through new technology (Tesla, Waymo), while others have been absorbed into the auto companies, particularly in autonomous vehicle development (Cruise Automation, Argo AI).  Under this theme, we welcome contributions that focus on how and why new uses and services and new integrated mobility systems and new business models will alter the global automotive industry.  How, if at all, will these changes affect automotive manufacturers and suppliers?  How, if at all, will new entrants outside the traditional industry structure force change in the business models that have been in place for over 100 years.