Automotive and Transport

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Innovate and adapt in a rapidly changing landscape

The future of the automotive and transport industry is both challenging and promising, marked by shifting geopolitical landscapes and an urgent need for sustainability. As the sector drives towards decarbonisation, securing a reliable supply of raw materials, as well as advancing battery technologies are crucial for staying competitive and meeting the expectations of consumers and investors.

CRU equips automotive and transport leaders with transparent, comparable data on pricing, costs, supply and demand, emissions, and technology trends. With direct access to our world-class analysts and consultants, your team can confidently navigate these complexities, ensuring commercial success and long-term sustainability

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"I would like to commend CRU's specialized teams and services, and specifically the Aluminium team, for its robust and transparent methodology, which enhances the credibility of the findings and data. The use of independently assessed price references provides a solid foundation of the analysis ensuring that the data presented is both reliable and accurate." 

- Christian Bluhm, Segment Leader, Valeo 

Insight to fuel strategic planning at a transformative time

The automotive and transport industries are at the forefront of a transformative shift towards electrification and sustainability through adoption of clean technologies.

This transition is fuelled by consumer demand for cleaner, more efficient transportation options and the global push to combat climate change. However, this shift brings challenges in sourcing critical raw materials, optimising supply chains, and managing costs.

CRU can help automotive and transport companies navigate these complexities with expert analysis on market trends, material requirements, and cost structures, enabling them to innovate, adapt, and thrive in a rapidly changing landscape.

  1. Drive innovation with critical insights and data-driven solutions
  2. Navigate complex market dynamics
  3. Optimise supply and demand of raw material supply chains
  4. Get ahead of raw material sourcing and battery technology
  5. Understand decarbonisation strategies and market forecasts
  6. Make informed decisions, mitigate risks, and stay ahead of industry trends
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CRU offers a comprehensive suite of economic and sustainability insights that enable businesses to navigate the complex and rapidly evolving landscape of climate change and the energy transition. 

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Sustainability and Emissions

CRU’s Sustainability Service offers insights on the sustainability value chain, emissions trends, carbon markets and the costs of renewable and alternative energy sources

Supply and Demand

We provide you with crucial consumption, production, capacity, trade, market balance and inventory data across the mining, metals, fertilizer and battery value chains.

Why choose us?

CRU helps automotive and transport companies navigate the transition to electrification, decarbonisation, and evolving raw material demands. With expert analysis on battery supply chains, emissions, and energy markets, we provide actionable insights that enable strategic planning, cost optimisation, and long-term sustainability in a rapidly changing industry.