The document provides an overview of automobile platforms and the future of mobility. It discusses the history of automobiles and their evolution. Key points include:
- An automobile platform includes common components like the chassis, suspension, steering, and drivetrain that can be shared between vehicles.
- Connected cars that communicate with each other and infrastructure are a growing trend, improving safety and reducing traffic.
- Electric vehicles sales are increasing rapidly and many predict they will soon surpass gasoline vehicles.
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning are being applied to areas like autonomous vehicles, predictive maintenance, and traffic optimization.
- The future of mobility involves new shared, electric, and autonomous transportation models that could significantly change transportation systems