NIMAK - Auto Focus 2021

She has now answered two more questions for AutoFokus: AutoFokus: How will the departure of Donald Trump affect the automotive industry in terms of production locations and supply chains? Ellen Enkel: I expect President Biden not only to re-invigorate economic relations with Europe, but also to continue providing tax advantages for the American economy, which has suffered from the coronavirus crisis. As he also puts climate goals back at the cutting edge of American policy, climate-friendly powertrains will naturally be at the forefront of imports. At the same time, President Biden will reconcile with China, which will unfortunately cancel out certain advantages that Europe has gained from the conflict between America and China. Prof. Dr Ellen Enkel CHAIR OF GENERAL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION & MOBILITY, UNIVERSITY OF DUISBURG-ESSEN AutoFokus: Should the automotive industry respond to the Corona crisis with new filter systems and ventilation systems in vehicles? Ellen Enkel: The coronavirus will stay with us for a long time after the first vaccinations next year. Unfortunately, a car offers little space to keep the recommended social distances. Statistically, however, German drivers mainly use their vehicles alone or with family members, but very rarely for carpooling. Therefore, additional basic equipment with a new filter and ventilation system would not be efficient. However, additional equipment for company cars (no less than 1/3 of all new car registrations), taxis and vehicles used by several households would certainly be a sensible investment. In a live interview with Olaf Tünkers in May, Prof. Enkel reported on the current outlook for the automotive industry – watch here