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How can automotive executives manage their companies through the recession and position themselves for growth? After interviewing thousands of executives, we identified some overarching themes. From demonstrating operational flexibility to optimizing market reach, we reveal the lessons that could mean the difference between surviving and thriving in the new economic environment.

With its proven competitive product development, manufacturing capabilities and strong engineering know-how, India is positioned to become an integral part of the global automotive value chain as demand shifts toward smaller, less expensive and environment-friendly vehicles. Will India emerge as the world's seventh-largest automobile market by 2016? Read our insights on the key trends and shifting dynamics taking place in this major market to make your determination (pdf, 6.3mb).

The response by industry stakeholders to the threat of climate change is transforming the automotive business like never before. Besides reducing emissions and improving the energy efficiency of automotive facilities, how can you address the risks and maximize the opportunities (pdf, 3mb) the industry’s response to climate change will bring to your organization?

Undoubtedly, the financial crisis has severely impacted the automotive industry— if not more so than — any other industry. What are you doing differently to manage your business during this tumultuous period? Have you shifted your focus? Working with the Economist Intelligence Unit, we asked these questions of leading, global executives. Find out how they're responding to the crisis, and working to sustain their future (pdf, 276kb).

While the media attention continues to focus on dismal sales levels of new vehicles, the current situation paints a rather upbeat outlook for one segment of the automotive industry: the automotive aftermarket business. The Motor and Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) estimates there will be an increase in the need for routine maintenance and vehicle customizations, thus potential revenue growth for aftermarket supplier executives (pdf, 231kb). Learn more.

The growing complexity of compliance and the struggle to agree on  a single set of globally accepted accounting standards (pdf, 838kb) is increasingly relevant for multinational automotive companies. Learn about the requirements of IFRS and see our comparison charts on key issues including, revenue recognition, research and development costs, tooling, restructuring costs and onerous contracts for both vehicle manufacturers and suppliers in the automotive industry.

This global study explores how automotive organizations from both developed and emerging markets manage risk (pdf, 2.6M) as they invest and operate in new emerging regions. Gain insights from senior automotive executives and examine which risk management techniques companies deem most effective and why.

In our collection of Gl obal Automotive Center Viewpoints, we offer practical guidance and up-to-date knowledge on pertinent issues affecting the automotive industry, such as mergers and acquisitions, risk management in emerging markets, financial performance management and technology risk. Discover which trends are affecting various automotive markets and see what our executives have to say about the industry’s challenges and opportunities.