Global Scans · Mobility · Weekly Summary

• [New] The Cloud and IoT: The Future of Smart Mobility The 2025 Mobility Report by PwC indicated that by 2026, 70% of all fleet operators in the world would have switched to cloud-based dispatch models. The National Law Review
• [New] The mining sector faces a dramatic uptick in demand fueled by green technologies, with industry forecasts projecting annual demand for lithium to grow beyond 25% through the mid-2020s, and a further surge by 2026 as renewable energy and electric mobility dominate global priorities. Farmonaut
• [New] The European Commission's mobility strategy calls for large-scale autonomous integration by 2030, while cities such as Hamburg, Gothenburg, and Paris have established dedicated smart-driving corridors. ThinkChina - Big Reads, Opinions & Columns on China
• [New] Policymakers and senior officials will share actionable insights into infrastructure readiness, investment frameworks, and sustainable mobility initiatives shaping Indonesia's rapidly evolving EV and transport landscape. Vulcan Post
• [New] Tesla's strategy involves pioneering pathways through AI and semiconductor advancements that could redefine mobility solutions. OpenTools
• [New] The execution of the 2,000-bus deployment with Wonder Mobility in South Korea will be the ultimate test of its ability to scale production and manage a large, operational fleet. EnkiAI - Find the right insight
• [New] The hydrogen produced will be integrated into the Swiss green hydrogen ecosystem and contribute to further decarbonize regional energy supply and mobility solutions. HydrogenWire
• Standardised, highly compact, and cost-efficient power electronics will boost future electric vehicles and Europe's e-mobility industry. Innovation News Network
• A new multimodal transportation network will improve mobility, make surrounding streets more pedestrian-friendly and link to the nearby Indianapolis Cultural Trail and Downtown Canal for greater connectivity. Institute of Transportation Engineers
• Federal agencies are studying pilot models to extend mobility solutions nationwide by mid-2026. successfulparentingplan.com
• Urban mobility infrastructure upgrades present a USD 1.5 trillion investment opportunity by 2034, driven by technological innovation, regulatory momentum, and demographic shifts. Ainvest
• Korean Air plans to purchase up to 100 Midnight aircraft as South Korea accelerates its urban air mobility ambitions. Zag Daily
• By 2030, a fifth of new cars sold in China will be fully driverless, and 70% will feature advanced assisted-driving technology - highlighting China's aggressive trajectory toward autonomous mobility. Automobility
• The on-demand mobility sector is undergoing a seismic shift, and investors who recognize the structural forces at play today could be positioned for outsized gains in 2025 and beyond. Ainvest
• The National Common Mobility Card enablement will streamline public transportation across cities in India. FinExtra
• Real-world testing will begin in Luxembourg, paving the way for scalable, safe and competitive autonomous mobility solutions across Europe. Morningstar, Inc.
• As the U.S. is a major hub for advanced air mobility innovation and deployment, higher import costs on critical components - particularly from countries like China - could disrupt supply chains, elevate manufacturing costs, and delay project timelines. Yahoo Finance
• Urban air mobility could hit $9 trillion by 2050. Yahoo Finance
• Software revenue from robotaxi services is projected to grow 1,000 times over the next two decades, signaling a seismic shift in urban mobility. 2Ner
• Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) is set to become the corporate operating default by 2035, elevating how enterprises think about commutes, making transportation indicative of an organization's financial agility, carbon accountability, and workforce intelligence. ET Edge Insights

Last updated: 02 November 2025