Amazon takes another shot at car sales: Can the e-commerce giant conquer the auto market?
This edition of The Mobility Week in Review brings you Hyundai and Amazon's collaboration for online car sales, Paris' initiative to prioritize active mobility, Europe's vision for night trains, and speculations surrounding a potential acquisition of FreeNow.
Without wasting any time, let's dive into these latest developments!
📦 Will Amazon's new attempt drive success in the automotive industry?
Hyundai and Amazon have revealed a significant partnership, paving the way for the automaker to directly sell vehicles through the digital platform. This agreement highlights Hyundai's growing enthusiasm for exploring fresh distribution avenues. A move that confirms one of the trends gaining momentum in the sector. In recent years, influenced by the Tesla model, nearly all major players in the automotive market are striving to establish their digital sales channels. However, widespread adoption of these channels among the general public is yet to materialize.