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E3S Web Conf.
Volume 430, 2023
15th International Conference on Materials Processing and Characterization (ICMPC 2023)
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Article Number | 01221 | |
Number of page(s) | 14 | |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1051/e3sconf/202343001221 | |
Published online | 06 October 2023 |
Now and Future Challenges of the Automobile Industry in the Developing World
1 Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, 360101, Nigeria
2 Department of Mechanical Engineering Science, University of Johannesburg, 2092, South Africa
3 Mechanical Engineering Département, Fédéral University of Agriculture. Abeokuta. Nigeria
* Corresponding author: monyeis@abuad.edu.ng
The automotive sector has fuelled economic expansion in several countries. The automotive industry is changing quickly in the areas of response to shifting consumer tastes, the adoption of stronger government rules, and technology innovation. This study examines the current and future challenges faced by the automotive industry in developing countries and explores strategies for fostering growth and addressing these challenges. The automobile industry in developing countries confronts various obstacles, like infrastructure limitations, environmental concerns, lack of skilled workforce and market competitiveness. These challenges hinder the industrial growth and sustainability. However, there are also promising opportunities and future trends that can reshape the industry, such as electric vehicles, autonomous and connected vehicles, shared mobility services, advanced manufacturing techniques, and sustainable materials. To overcome these challenges and promote growth, several recommendations are proposed. These include: infrastructure development to improve accessibility, skill development programs to address skilled workforce shortage and effective policies. By addressing these challenges and implementing the recommended strategies, developing countries can advance growth, improve sustainability, and create a vibrant and competitive automobile industry. Conclusively, collaboration between governments, industry players, academia, and research institutions are vital for overcoming challenges, and achieving long-term success in evolving automotive landscape.
© The Authors, published by EDP Sciences, 2023
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