{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67d05da947983512284e0d20/694ac69430165a956dbf5197?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Reflecting on automotive trends in 2025","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67d05da947983512284e0d20/1766507951063-5327da9c-8d12-404b-a748-5c2d97ffa42a.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this end-of-year special, Jacqui sits down with Paul Hilton from Jato Dynamics to unpack the biggest automotive trends of 2025 and what’s coming in 2026.</p><p><br></p><p>From EV adoption realities to the rise of hybrids, regional surprises, and the growing importance of data-driven strategies, this episode is packed with insights for OEMs, retailers, and anyone passionate about the future of mobility.</p><p><br></p><p>Highlights include:</p><ul><li>Why EV adoption slowed in key markets and which regions outperformed expectations</li><li>How affordability became the battleground for OEMs in 2025</li><li>The South American boom and what drove it</li><li>Why cybersecurity is now a critical priority for the entire automotive ecosystem</li><li>The rise of software-defined vehicles and what features consumers will pay for</li><li>How AI and merchandising can transform used car profitability in 2026</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>Drivetime</em><strong><em>&nbsp;</em></strong>is the global auto tech podcast powered by Keyloop.</p>","author_name":"Keyloop Podcast"}