How major automakers and aircraft manufacturers are moving fast to innovate with smart strategies and big investments
August 13, 2021
Partner Louis Lehot published an article in Thomson Reuters Westlaw titled, “How major automakers and aircraft manufacturers are moving fast to innovate with smart strategies and big investments.”
The article explores the future of the auto industry, which is being driven by technological advances that once seemed to be only science fiction. This technology, combined with an increased focus on sustainability, has led to a boom in investments in startups by major automakers.
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