The concept of car ownership may be losing its luster for some people, but advances in technology are making it more appealing to others. How are brand innovations helping to turn functional vehicles into a ‘third living space’? And how will drivers and passengers be entertained in the future?

Ridepanda is the first platform of its kind – a one-stop e-ride shop that helps people find the right electric vehicle for their needs. Based in the US, the brand’s early success reflects a burgeoning interest in sustainable, safe, and long-term forms of alternative transport.

The uptake of electric vehicles has boomed since they made their debut in the early 2010s. But with the price point of EVs and entrenched habits proving a barrier to usage, German start-up &Charge is using the loyalty scheme model to make climate change a frictionless part of daily life.

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?