The Road to Zero Emissions - by Dennis Evans & Des Evans & Alistair Williamson (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Examines the emergence of innovative but disruptive business models that will change the shape of a vehicle manufacturing business and drive sustainability.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>The emergence of electric trucks will present new challenges, from changes to the facility and investment in tooling and training, to embracing new business models to offset the reduction in maintenance required. <strong><em>The Road to Zero Emissions</em></strong> examines the growing impact of technology, artificial intelligence systems and applications which will drive massive change in the industry.</p><p>The Internet of Things (IoT) presents a significant challenge to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Tier Suppliers and Transport & Logistics providers. Companies will need to master the demands of improved productivity and customer expectations driven by vast amounts of intelligence generated by integrated systems embedded in today's products. <strong><em>The Road to Zero Emissions</em></strong> presents case studies of innovative new entrants into the future automotive space to provide examples to readers of how to adapt and capitalize upon the opportunities available alongside these challenges. The authors also present future plans and models from major manufacturing companies to guide readers in how to develop a forward-thinking zero emission strategy.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><b><i>The Road to Zero Emissions</i></b> details a clear pathway to the future of road transport and its important relationship with the environment. The success of zero emissions technology requires more efficient and shorter product development times. Rapid technology delivery has been accelerated through successful collaboration between manufacturers who are busy developing products for the wider market and product specialists such as Electra. I am delighted that this important book has been written and that the work of Electra Commercial Vehicles has been included.-- "Sid Sadique, Chairman/Owner, Electra Trucks Ltd."<br><br><b><i>The Road to Zero Emissions</i></b> is a timely reminder of the hurdles that need to be overcome in a sector that is currently high risk and low margin. Alternative power source options need to be considered and this will require significant investment.-- "Richard Burnett, Chief Executive, Road Haulage Association"<br><br><b><i>The Road to Zero Emissions</i></b> provides a comprehensive and insightful view of the important issues which will drive the reduction in energy consumption and the environmental impact.-- "Bob Harbey - Executive Director, Microlise"<br><br><i><b>The Road to Zero Emissions</b></i> is a concise narrative of the issues and hurdles that manufacturers, transport operators and their supply chains need to face.-- "Steve Hobson, Editor, Motor Transport"<br><br><i><b>The Road to Zero Emissions</b></i> provides a critical examination of how global vehicle manufacturers, transport and logistic organisations and Governments are tackling the threat of climate change.-- "Professor Tim Baines, Aston University Business School"<br><br>Fossil fuel emissions have significantly contributed towards the climate change challenge that is arguably the biggest crisis facing the world today. This book critically examines the choices that industry and governments must make to reduce the threat of climate change, which in turn will have profound consequences for many of the world's leading business units.-- "Professor Malcom McDonald - Cranfield University"<br><br>Having been responsible for the operation and management of many transport companies and thousands of vehicles over the last 50 years I am well aware of the challenges to achieving Zero Emissions in the future. This comprehensive analysis of the future will provide many transport operators with a guidebook through the maze of options.-- "Glyn Davies - Chairman Landex Holdings"<br><br>The challenge of achieving Zero Emissions will not only require new products, energy systems and infrastructure investment. It will also need to provide training and support for the many levels of management in a very complex supply chain. Business model innovation will be a key driver of change and this book highlights many possible solutions.-- "Thomas Van Mouric -- Chairman Culina Group"<br><br>Whilst there is a lot of government and media messaging about climate change and protecting the environment, there are few publications if any that address these issues so comprehensively and clearly as in this book.-- "Martin Port - Chief Executive Officer, Big Change"<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>Dennis Evans</b> has held senior positions in truck manufacturing companies around the world, most recently with a division of VW Commercial Vehicles. He has worked in the UK, Europe, USA, South America, Middle East and Africa, with all of the major vehicle manufacturers.<br> <b><br> Des Evans </b>is an honorary Professor within the Advanced Services Group at Aston University Business School. He was awarded an O.B.E. for services to the Motor Industry. <p/> <b>Alistair Williamson</b> started as a technical engineer with Bedford Trucks and graduated through senior engineering roles at Scania UK and MAN AG, becoming Global Marketing Director for MAN AG based in Munich. He has operated his own successful Marketing consultancy for 14 years.</p>
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