Arval Mobility Observatory

We hope this publication will give you the key to understand different uses of data and which factors could contribute to make our ecosystem a success for the benefit of all.

What is a Smart City, and what is its impact on Smart Mobility?

Smart Cities are data powerhouses, 'crunching numbers' to manage the ever-changing digital, social and transport ecosystems. The data comes from power grids, water and air systems, businesses,citizens, transport and its infrastructure. All this information helps Smart Cities endlessly adapt, supporting growth and improving quality of life (air quality, traffic, congestion, road safety etc….), sustainability and environment.

The Consumer Electronics Show 2020 which took place in early January in Las Vegas is the most important consumer technology show.
This year, it was the opportunity to demonstrate and to reinforce the fact that the future of mobility will be ACES: Autonomous, Connected, Electrified and Shared.

As we are at the beginning of the year, the timing is perfect to think about the potential impact from changes to statutory taxation and the associated mechanisms. Whilst not exhaustive, hereunder you will find some information regarding important changes in Italy, Netherlands, Austria and France.

Electric Vehicle charging: Where? When? How fast?

This year, European Mobility Week is focusing on safe walking and cycling. In many countries across Europe, large numbers of people choose to walk or cycle as part of their daily lives, often to work. With a favorable geography and significant infrastructure investment, the Netherlands and in particular Amsterdam, can be considered the global capital of cycling.

CSR, or Corporate Social Responsibility, is not a new concept, but it is an integral part of corporate strategies.

Already in 2006, the UK’s Small Business Consortium found that 88% of consumers are more likely to engage with businesses that are actively supporting social causes.
Ten years later, studies like the one by the European Citizens Action Service, show that more and more people are getting politically and socially active.

Arval Mobility Observatory shares with you the findings of the 2019 European Fleet Barometer, independent study, covering 3541 fleet managers interviews in 12 countries.

Electric vehicles offer many different options, each with their pros and cons.
But do you know the difference between Plug In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) and Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) ?