Experts like Steve Man and Tamlin Bason discuss EVs and Apple's EU warning. Loreen Gilbert shares market outlooks while Michael Halen gives insight on North America's restaurant industry. Mike Hyter talks about important issues faced by the Executive Leadership Council.
Ransomware attacks on CDK highlight the urgency for cyber security measures in the automotive industry.
Luxury automakers face trade challenges due to China-EU tensions, emphasizing the importance of strategic trade agreements for market stability.
Deep dives
Diverse Impact of CDK Ransomware Attack on Car Dealerships
A cybercrime gang named Black Suit is blamed for major CDK ransomware attacks affecting 15,000 car dealerships across the US and Canada. This led to disruptions in crucial software systems, impacting functions like scheduling appointments and customer records. The attack resulted in delays in customer service and a reduced number of units sold per day, highlighting the urgent need for a quick resolution to restore normal operations.
Trade Impact on Luxury German Automakers in China and Europe
Luxury automakers like BMW, Mercedes, and Audi, heavily reliant on the Chinese market, are affected by trade tensions and tariffs between China and the EU. With a significant portion of their revenue generated in China, these automakers face challenges due to potential tariff impositions. The trade dynamics, especially between China and Germany, could impact the luxury car market's future, emphasizing the need for strategic trade agreements to maintain market competitiveness.
Tariff Strategies of Canada and Mexico on Chinese-made Electric Vehicles
Canada announces plans to limit imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs), echoing efforts seen in the US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement. The push to curb these imports aims to manage trade flows and protect domestic EV markets. Meanwhile, negotiations in Mexico indicate potential tariffs on Chinese EVs, highlighting a global strategy to regulate imports and promote local EV production amidst evolving trade dynamics.
Hybrid Vehicles as a Transition to Electric Cars
In the automotive industry, hybrid vehicles are seen as a transitional solution to the shift towards electric cars, driven by emission regulations and fuel economy standards. While hybrids offer an interim measure to meet regulatory requirements, automakers are heavily investing in battery electric vehicles (BEVs) as the future due to tighter emission standards. The focus remains on advancing BEV technology to align with evolving environmental regulations and industry standards for sustainable mobility.
Steve Man, Bloomberg Intelligence Global Autos and Industrials Research Analyst, discusses the state of EVs. Tamlin Bason, Bloomberg Intelligence Technology Analyst, discusses Apple being hit by a fresh EU warning over App store abuses. Loreen Gilbert, CEO of WealthWise Financial, joins to discuss her outlook for the markets. Michael Halen, Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Restaurant and Foodservice Analyst, discusses his midyear outlook for North America restaurants and food service. Mike Hyter, President and CEO of the Executive Leadership Council (ELC,) discusses the most important issues the membership is dealing with today.