Author: William Glaze Publisher: SAE International ISBN: 0768065747 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 78
Book Description
This book presents an analysis on the potential effects of globalization on the automotive industry and the environment. Energy challenges, market economy growth, and population dynamics are considered. The authors also present future scenarios for transportation technologies to meet the ever growing global demand for transportation of goods and services while minimizing energy and environmental impacts and maximizing cost, value and widespread acceptance.
Author: Paul Niewenhuis Publisher: CRC Press ISBN: 9780849320729 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 282
Book Description
Building on a wealth of research, The Automotive Industry and the Environment addresses current challenges in the automotive industry and how they can be met. The authors discuss the development of the automotive industry and the problems it currently faces and consider possible solutions. The book reviews trends in more environmental-friendly technologies, such as the use of more sustainable fuel sources and new types of modular designs with built-in recyclability. The book also describes new models of decentralized production, particularly the micro factory retailing (MFR) model, that provide an alternative to volume production and promise to be both more sustainable and more profitable.
Author: Paul Nieuwenhuis Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 1118802357 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 256
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The automotive industry is still one of the world's largest manufacturing sectors, but it suffers from being very technology-focused as well as being relatively short-term focused. There is little emphasis within the industry and its consultancy and analyst supply network on the broader social and economic impacts of automobility and of the sector that provides it. The Global Automotive Industry addresses this need and is a first port of call for any academic, official or consultant wanting an overview of the state of the industry. An international team of specialist researchers, both from academia and business, review and analyse the key issues that make vehicle manufacturing still the world’s premier manufacturing sector, closely tied in with the fortunes of both established and newly emerging economies. In doing so, it covers issues related to manufacturing, both established practices as well as new developments; issues relating to distribution, marketing and retail, vehicle technologies and regulatory trends; and, crucially, labour practices and the people who build cars. In all this it explains both how the current situation arose and also likely future trajectories both in terms of social and regulatory trends, as the technological, marketing and labour practice responses to those, leading in many cases to the development of new business models. Key features Provides a global overview of the automotive industry, covering its current state and considering future challenges Contains contributions from international specialists in the automotive sector Presents current research and sets this in an historical and broader industry context Covers threats to the industry, including globalization, economic and environmental sustainability The Global Automotive Industry is a must-have reference for researchers and practitioners in the automotive industry and is an excellent source of information for business schools, governments, and graduate and undergraduate students in automotive engineering.
Author: William Glaze Publisher: SAE International ISBN: 076800439X Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 78
Book Description
This book presents an analysis on the potential effects of globalization on the automotive industry and the environment. Energy challenges, market economy growth, and population dynamics are considered. The authors also present future scenarios for transportation technologies to meet the ever growing global demand for transportation of goods and services while minimizing energy and environmental impacts and maximizing cost, value and widespread acceptance.
Author: Paulina Golinska Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media ISBN: 3642238378 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 261
Book Description
The automotive industry is one of the most environmental aware manufacturing sectors. Product take-back regulations influence design of the vehicles, production technologies but also the configuration of automotive reverse supply chains. The business practice comes every year closer to the closed loop supply chain concept which completely reuses, remanufactures and recycles all materials. The book covers the emerging environmental issues in automotive industry through the whole product life cycle. Its focus is placed on a multidisciplinary approach. It presents viewpoints of academic and industry personnel on the challenges for implementation of sustainable police in the automotive sector
Author: Hans A. Baer Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 1793604894 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 259
Book Description
The world now has more than a billion motor vehicles, and this number continues to increase as developing countries imitate developed societies in their adoption of the culture of automobility. This book explores the political ecology of motor vehicles in an era of growing social disparities and environmental crises, the latter of which are most manifest in anthropogenic climate change to which motor vehicles constitute a major contributor. A political ecological perspective recognizes that motor vehicles, perhaps more than any other machine, embody the social, structural, cultural, and environmental contradictions of the capitalist world system. In addition to highlighting many of the environmental, social, and health, environmental consequences of humanity’s increasing reliance on motor vehicles, particularly private automobiles, this book argues that ultimately we need as a species to move beyond motor vehicles as much as possible but that such an effort will have be part and parcel of creating an alternative world system based on social justice, democratic processes, environmental sustainability, and a safe climate, one termed democratic eco-socialism.
Author: Anurag Anurag Publisher: Anurag Anurag ISBN: Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 77
Book Description
"Driving Change" is an essential guide for industry leaders, policymakers, and consumers interested in the intersection of automotive development and environmental sustainability. This book delves into the historical impacts of the automotive industry, evaluates current challenges and opportunities, and explores innovative solutions to enhance sustainability. Starting with an introduction to the concept of sustainability specific to automotive contexts, the book sets the stage for a deep dive into the evolution and environmental footprint of the industry. It discusses the pivotal shifts required to move towards more sustainable practices, including adopting new materials and technologies, improving manufacturing processes, and complying with evolving regulations. Each chapter in "Driving Change" offers a detailed exploration of different facets of sustainability in the automotive sector—from design and production to consumer involvement and future trends. Topics such as alternative fuels, green manufacturing, and sustainable policies receive thorough treatment, illuminated by case studies and expert insights. The book also forecasts the future of automotive technologies and the ongoing innovations that may redefine what it means to be sustainable. Finally, it provides actionable strategies for all stakeholders to foster a more sustainable automotive industry. "Driving Change" is not just informative but also a call to action, urging all players in the automotive sector to commit to environmental stewardship as a core aspect of their operations and strategy.
Author: Jim Motavalli Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1136534113 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 281
Book Description
This comprehensive account of the past, present and future of the automobile examines the key trends, key technologies and key players involved in the race to develop clean, environmentally friendly vehicles that are affordable and that do not compromise on safety or design. Undertaking a rigorous interrogation of our global dependency on oil, the author demonstrates just how unwise and unnecessary this is in light of current developments such as the fuel cell revolution and the increasing viability of hybrid cars, which use both petrol and electricity - innovations that could signal a new era of clean, sustainable energy. The arguments put forward draw on support from an eclectic range of sources - including industry insiders, scientists, economists and environmentalists - to make for an enlightening read.
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