The pandemic has transformed people’s needs and expectations of social spaces. The city of Oakland, in California, has launched Slow Streets, which reduces traffic to enable physically distanced activities and exercise. Can other cities use this moment to create safer, greener landscapes?

Whether it’s a new-found exercise ritual or the only way of getting from A to B, lockdown has led people to reconsider modern mobility. In Germany, cycling is proving to be a safer and cleaner way to travel, with research suggesting a post-pandemic shift in people’s relationship with the road.

Despite speculation about a decline in private car ownership across Germany, the COVID-19 pandemic has given rise to an interest in novel forms of in-car entertainment. As people search for safe spaces to socialise and have fun, what's driving them towards in-car venues?

Audi is launching an electric scooter designed for last-mile commutes and urban exploration. The scooter can be charged from the boot of the Audi E-Tron car, offering people a flexible and eco-friendly transport option while providing a smooth transition from the suburbs to congested city roads.