Definition and Market Analysis of the Tesla Motors Model S

Definition and Market Analysis of the Tesla Motors Model S

Author: Erik Somssich

Publisher: GRIN Verlag

Published: 2017-04-04

Total Pages: 21

ISBN-13: 3668428794

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Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Business economics - Offline Marketing and Online Marketing, grade: 1,3, University of applied sciences, Cologne, course: Marketing, language: English, abstract: The purpose of this document is to analyse the strategic marketing positioning of Tesla Motors with the focus on its premium electric car, “Model S”. From the text: - The Company Tesla Motors; - Business Analysis; - Market Analysis; - Market Positioning and Strategy


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Download or read book Definition and Market Analysis of the Tesla Motors Model S written by Erik Somssich and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2017-04-04 with total page 21 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Business economics - Offline Marketing and Online Marketing, grade: 1,3, University of applied sciences, Cologne, course: Marketing, language: English, abstract: The purpose of this document is to analyse the strategic marketing positioning of Tesla Motors with the focus on its premium electric car, “Model S”. From the text: - The Company Tesla Motors; - Business Analysis; - Market Analysis; - Market Positioning and Strategy


Tesla Motors, Inc. Market Analysis and Definition

Tesla Motors, Inc. Market Analysis and Definition

Author: Dominic Birk

Publisher:

Published: 2015-11-25

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9783668087545

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Research paper from the year 2015 in the subject Business economics - Marketing, Corporate Communication, CRM, Market Research, Social Media, grade: 1,3, University of applied sciences, Cologne, language: English, abstract: More than 100 years after the invention of the internal combustion engine, incumbent automobile manufacturers are at a crossroads and face nowadays significant industry-wide challenges. The reliance on the gasoline-powered internal combustion engine as the principal automobile powertrain technology is connected with several negative aspects: It raises environmental concerns, creates dependence among industrialized and developing nations on imported oil and it also exposes consumers to volatile fuel prices. All these challenges offer a historic opportunity for companies with innovative electric powertrain technologies to lead the next technological era of the automotive industry. Therefore, the objective of this assignment is to analyze the market situation of the all-electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla Motors, Inc. and to find out its unique selling proposition. The focus will be on the company's domestic market, the United States of America. Moreover, this assignment will only take Tesla's automotive products into consideration.


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Download or read book Tesla Motors, Inc. Market Analysis and Definition written by Dominic Birk and published by . This book was released on 2015-11-25 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research paper from the year 2015 in the subject Business economics - Marketing, Corporate Communication, CRM, Market Research, Social Media, grade: 1,3, University of applied sciences, Cologne, language: English, abstract: More than 100 years after the invention of the internal combustion engine, incumbent automobile manufacturers are at a crossroads and face nowadays significant industry-wide challenges. The reliance on the gasoline-powered internal combustion engine as the principal automobile powertrain technology is connected with several negative aspects: It raises environmental concerns, creates dependence among industrialized and developing nations on imported oil and it also exposes consumers to volatile fuel prices. All these challenges offer a historic opportunity for companies with innovative electric powertrain technologies to lead the next technological era of the automotive industry. Therefore, the objective of this assignment is to analyze the market situation of the all-electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla Motors, Inc. and to find out its unique selling proposition. The focus will be on the company's domestic market, the United States of America. Moreover, this assignment will only take Tesla's automotive products into consideration.


Tesla Model S. Market and Sales Strategy

Tesla Model S. Market and Sales Strategy

Author: Erik Somssich

Publisher: GRIN Verlag

Published: 2017-04-03

Total Pages: 21

ISBN-13: 3668427380

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Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Business economics - Offline Marketing and Online Marketing, grade: 1,3, University of applied sciences, Cologne, language: English, abstract: The purpose of this assignment was to analyze the market and sales strategy of Tesla and to identify its Model 3 customers. After ten years of waiting, Tesla's CEO Elon Musk has presented Tesla Model 3 to the public for the first time in an evening show at the end of march 2016. Unveiled at the company's design studio in Hawthorne, California in front of a crowd of whooping and cheering customers and journalists, Model 3 is the most affordable Tesla so far, hoped to bring electric cars to the mass market. Musk stated that the car will deliver at least 215 miles of range beginning at just 35.000 dollar. Musk is "fairly confident" that deliveries will begin by the end of 2017, and "you will not be able to buy a better car for 35.000 dollar, even with no options." Also it will be one of the safest cars in the world, according to Musk. Even before Tesla unveiled its new middle-class model, there were more than 115,000 people who had paid already 1.000 dollar to reserve one of the highly-anticipated electric cars. These early buyers didn't know what the car would look like or that it would have a starting price of exactly 35.000 dollar. They also didn't know how long the production and delivery would take.


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Download or read book Tesla Model S. Market and Sales Strategy written by Erik Somssich and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2017-04-03 with total page 21 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Business economics - Offline Marketing and Online Marketing, grade: 1,3, University of applied sciences, Cologne, language: English, abstract: The purpose of this assignment was to analyze the market and sales strategy of Tesla and to identify its Model 3 customers. After ten years of waiting, Tesla's CEO Elon Musk has presented Tesla Model 3 to the public for the first time in an evening show at the end of march 2016. Unveiled at the company's design studio in Hawthorne, California in front of a crowd of whooping and cheering customers and journalists, Model 3 is the most affordable Tesla so far, hoped to bring electric cars to the mass market. Musk stated that the car will deliver at least 215 miles of range beginning at just 35.000 dollar. Musk is "fairly confident" that deliveries will begin by the end of 2017, and "you will not be able to buy a better car for 35.000 dollar, even with no options." Also it will be one of the safest cars in the world, according to Musk. Even before Tesla unveiled its new middle-class model, there were more than 115,000 people who had paid already 1.000 dollar to reserve one of the highly-anticipated electric cars. These early buyers didn't know what the car would look like or that it would have a starting price of exactly 35.000 dollar. They also didn't know how long the production and delivery would take.


Evaluation of the Marketing Strategy of Tesla Motors Inc

Evaluation of the Marketing Strategy of Tesla Motors Inc

Author: Dominic Birk

Publisher: GRIN Verlag

Published: 2015-11-06

Total Pages: 30

ISBN-13: 3668082685

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Research Paper (undergraduate) from the year 2015 in the subject Business economics - Offline Marketing and Online Marketing, grade: 1,0, University of applied sciences, Cologne, language: English, abstract: Tesla Motors, Inc. is a car manufacturer, which polarizes like no other company in this industry. It is often said that with its business model and its special strategic moves, Tesla confuses competitors, utilities and marketing agencies. Therefore, this assignment will focus on the analysis of the key aspects of Tesla’s business model in order to find out why it is considered to be different. Moreover, the objective of this assessment is to find out, whether this strategy is useful, or if it should be changed. The market definition and analysis of the first assignment is hereby the basis for this evaluation of Tesla Motor’s current marketing strategy. Therefore, the focus will be again on the company’s domestic market: the United States of America. Furthermore, only Tesla’s automotive products will be taken into consideration – its recently launched home battery will not be object of this work.


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Download or read book Evaluation of the Marketing Strategy of Tesla Motors Inc written by Dominic Birk and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2015-11-06 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research Paper (undergraduate) from the year 2015 in the subject Business economics - Offline Marketing and Online Marketing, grade: 1,0, University of applied sciences, Cologne, language: English, abstract: Tesla Motors, Inc. is a car manufacturer, which polarizes like no other company in this industry. It is often said that with its business model and its special strategic moves, Tesla confuses competitors, utilities and marketing agencies. Therefore, this assignment will focus on the analysis of the key aspects of Tesla’s business model in order to find out why it is considered to be different. Moreover, the objective of this assessment is to find out, whether this strategy is useful, or if it should be changed. The market definition and analysis of the first assignment is hereby the basis for this evaluation of Tesla Motor’s current marketing strategy. Therefore, the focus will be again on the company’s domestic market: the United States of America. Furthermore, only Tesla’s automotive products will be taken into consideration – its recently launched home battery will not be object of this work.


Competitor Assessment. The electric vehicle industry. Tesla's strategic focus lies on establishing its brand in the mass automotive market

Competitor Assessment. The electric vehicle industry. Tesla's strategic focus lies on establishing its brand in the mass automotive market

Author: Dennis Schindeldecker

Publisher: GRIN Verlag

Published: 2017-06-20

Total Pages: 17

ISBN-13: 3668466254

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Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 1,0, Post University, course: Competitive Intelligence, language: English, abstract: The overall electric vehicle industry has grown significantly in the last five years. One of many reasons for that was the introduction of Tesla`s first electric vehicle in 2009 with a strong differentiation strategy. Tesla is now focused on its entry into the mass automotive market. To achieve that, the company is committed to invest heavily in its production capacity and model line-up, most recently with the introduction of Model 3. Tesla’s competitive advantages for this strategic goal include a superior electric vehicle technology and recharging infrastructure, brand recognition, a first mover market position, and a strong network of strategic partnerships. However, since the company entered the industry in the premium sport and luxury sedan vehicle niche segment, it has a resource disadvantage in regards to know-how, large-scale manufacturing processes and model line-up when it comes to the mass automotive market. Additionally, the company is relying on an overall growth of the EV demand, technological improvements and a high number of customer referrals in the near future. There is a large number of existing premium manufacturers in this space, several of which already enjoy major manufacturing and economies of scale advantages that will make this endeavor highly costly and risky. However, the combination of Tesla’s competitive advantages and aggressive marketing could result in the capture and sustainment of a significant percentage of market shares in the mass automotive segment.


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Download or read book Competitor Assessment. The electric vehicle industry. Tesla's strategic focus lies on establishing its brand in the mass automotive market written by Dennis Schindeldecker and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2017-06-20 with total page 17 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 1,0, Post University, course: Competitive Intelligence, language: English, abstract: The overall electric vehicle industry has grown significantly in the last five years. One of many reasons for that was the introduction of Tesla`s first electric vehicle in 2009 with a strong differentiation strategy. Tesla is now focused on its entry into the mass automotive market. To achieve that, the company is committed to invest heavily in its production capacity and model line-up, most recently with the introduction of Model 3. Tesla’s competitive advantages for this strategic goal include a superior electric vehicle technology and recharging infrastructure, brand recognition, a first mover market position, and a strong network of strategic partnerships. However, since the company entered the industry in the premium sport and luxury sedan vehicle niche segment, it has a resource disadvantage in regards to know-how, large-scale manufacturing processes and model line-up when it comes to the mass automotive market. Additionally, the company is relying on an overall growth of the EV demand, technological improvements and a high number of customer referrals in the near future. There is a large number of existing premium manufacturers in this space, several of which already enjoy major manufacturing and economies of scale advantages that will make this endeavor highly costly and risky. However, the combination of Tesla’s competitive advantages and aggressive marketing could result in the capture and sustainment of a significant percentage of market shares in the mass automotive segment.


Tesla Motors Inc. Market Entry Strategy in Germany

Tesla Motors Inc. Market Entry Strategy in Germany

Author: Andreas Kauerhof

Publisher: GRIN Verlag

Published: 2017-03-01

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13: 3668407304

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Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 1,3, University of applied sciences, Munich, language: English, abstract: The author of this assignment reviews the Tesla’s business model approach and its strategy in the non-domestic German market. Tesla’s firm specific advantages are especially related to innovation of the vehicle, the battery and the infrastructure. Tesla Motors follows a product strategy entering from premium market and moving towards mass market. After starting with a high-price Roadster model Tesla launched the more affordable Sedan and a SUV model. In 2017 Tesla plans to launch its first mass market EV. Tesla shows a new value chain in the automotive industry by a deep of vertical integration from EVs manufacturing towards software, recharging network and battery manufacturing. Tesla entered the German market to export premium EVs. The Automaker also builds a charging network in Germany and prepares the market for its future mass production Model 3 coming in 2017. This work consists of three major parts. The first part deals with the theoretical background of international strategies for MNEs. The second part describes Tesla as a company and its strategy. The last part analyzes the competitive advantages of Tesla and shows how they are used to enter the German market. This work ends with a final reflection and a conclusion of the research.


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Download or read book Tesla Motors Inc. Market Entry Strategy in Germany written by Andreas Kauerhof and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2017-03-01 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 1,3, University of applied sciences, Munich, language: English, abstract: The author of this assignment reviews the Tesla’s business model approach and its strategy in the non-domestic German market. Tesla’s firm specific advantages are especially related to innovation of the vehicle, the battery and the infrastructure. Tesla Motors follows a product strategy entering from premium market and moving towards mass market. After starting with a high-price Roadster model Tesla launched the more affordable Sedan and a SUV model. In 2017 Tesla plans to launch its first mass market EV. Tesla shows a new value chain in the automotive industry by a deep of vertical integration from EVs manufacturing towards software, recharging network and battery manufacturing. Tesla entered the German market to export premium EVs. The Automaker also builds a charging network in Germany and prepares the market for its future mass production Model 3 coming in 2017. This work consists of three major parts. The first part deals with the theoretical background of international strategies for MNEs. The second part describes Tesla as a company and its strategy. The last part analyzes the competitive advantages of Tesla and shows how they are used to enter the German market. This work ends with a final reflection and a conclusion of the research.


Tesla, Inc. and the world's transition to electric vehicles. Risks, strenghts, opportunities and strategic reccommendations

Tesla, Inc. and the world's transition to electric vehicles. Risks, strenghts, opportunities and strategic reccommendations

Author: Sebastian Neumann

Publisher: GRIN Verlag

Published: 2020-08-27

Total Pages: 41

ISBN-13: 3346234746

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Academic Paper from the year 2019 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 2,2, Technical University of Applied Sciences Mittelhessen, language: English, abstract: This compulsory paper covers the most relevant aspects of strategies and strategizing at Tesla, Inc., with a focus on supply chain management, manufacturing services and technology. It supports to identify industrial drivers and leverage strategic opportunities effectively. The reader will learn how to formulate, synchronize, manage and control corporate strategy with regards to business models, goal orientation, environmental fit and stakeholders’ requirements. The reader will learn how to apply state-of-the-art innovation frameworks and techniques. The electric vehicle market has captured worldwide consumer interest. This market segment was according to Kumar valued at $118.864.5million in 2017 and is expected to reach $567.299.8million by 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.3%. Further claims that this rising interest rate is believed to be achieved because of an outperformance in regard to the conventional vehicle, since it provided higher fuel economy, low carbon emission and maintenance, convenience of charging at home, smoother drive and reduced sound from engine. This market segment is still in its growing phase, since it must convince people that it will work and is practical. Therefore, the market for all-electric vehicles is globally small, at roughly 1% of total sales, but Tesla has been doing its part to double it. In late December 2018 (Business Insider, 2018) stated that Tesla, Inc has created a micro-monopoly. Nowadays, according to DeBord,, one of the biggest challenges of Tesla is to maintain the electric vehicle (EV) market they have created.


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Download or read book Tesla, Inc. and the world's transition to electric vehicles. Risks, strenghts, opportunities and strategic reccommendations written by Sebastian Neumann and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2020-08-27 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Academic Paper from the year 2019 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 2,2, Technical University of Applied Sciences Mittelhessen, language: English, abstract: This compulsory paper covers the most relevant aspects of strategies and strategizing at Tesla, Inc., with a focus on supply chain management, manufacturing services and technology. It supports to identify industrial drivers and leverage strategic opportunities effectively. The reader will learn how to formulate, synchronize, manage and control corporate strategy with regards to business models, goal orientation, environmental fit and stakeholders’ requirements. The reader will learn how to apply state-of-the-art innovation frameworks and techniques. The electric vehicle market has captured worldwide consumer interest. This market segment was according to Kumar valued at $118.864.5million in 2017 and is expected to reach $567.299.8million by 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.3%. Further claims that this rising interest rate is believed to be achieved because of an outperformance in regard to the conventional vehicle, since it provided higher fuel economy, low carbon emission and maintenance, convenience of charging at home, smoother drive and reduced sound from engine. This market segment is still in its growing phase, since it must convince people that it will work and is practical. Therefore, the market for all-electric vehicles is globally small, at roughly 1% of total sales, but Tesla has been doing its part to double it. In late December 2018 (Business Insider, 2018) stated that Tesla, Inc has created a micro-monopoly. Nowadays, according to DeBord,, one of the biggest challenges of Tesla is to maintain the electric vehicle (EV) market they have created.


How Tesla changed the car industry. An innovation analysis

How Tesla changed the car industry. An innovation analysis

Author: Philipp Rothe

Publisher: GRIN Verlag

Published: 2023-05-23

Total Pages: 14

ISBN-13: 3346876861

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Academic Paper from the year 2021 in the subject Economics - Innovation economics, grade: 1,7, , language: English, abstract: This Analysis will focus on how Tesla managed to enter the car industry (Porter ́s Five Forces), how they use the mentioned technologies to differentiate from other participants to disrupt the industry (Christensen Module I), and now enter the mass market (Crossing the Chasm). At the end future recommendations for Tesla are given. The automotive industry is changing fast and adopting new technologies which will play central roles in the future of the industry. First the megatrend within the industry is to shift from the classical petrol engine towards electric vehicles. Second, new technologies for the cars include artificial intelligence (AI), big data & analytics, internet of things (IOT) or autonomous driving.


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Download or read book How Tesla changed the car industry. An innovation analysis written by Philipp Rothe and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2023-05-23 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Academic Paper from the year 2021 in the subject Economics - Innovation economics, grade: 1,7, , language: English, abstract: This Analysis will focus on how Tesla managed to enter the car industry (Porter ́s Five Forces), how they use the mentioned technologies to differentiate from other participants to disrupt the industry (Christensen Module I), and now enter the mass market (Crossing the Chasm). At the end future recommendations for Tesla are given. The automotive industry is changing fast and adopting new technologies which will play central roles in the future of the industry. First the megatrend within the industry is to shift from the classical petrol engine towards electric vehicles. Second, new technologies for the cars include artificial intelligence (AI), big data & analytics, internet of things (IOT) or autonomous driving.


Owning Model S

Owning Model S

Author: Nick Howe

Publisher:

Published: 2015-09-01

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 9780996742306

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Owning Model S, 2nd edition, has been updated and enhanced to maintain its place as the go-to user guide every Model S owner (and potential owner) needs. Written by a Model S owner, it provides the inside information you'll need to better understand the world's leading electric vehicle. The 2nd edition considers new Model S battery capacities, new vehicle configurations, new options, and new features that have recently been introduced by Tesla Motors--including dual-motor all-wheel-drive, autopilot, and the 761 hp P90D with "ludicrous mode." In addition, it reflects the actual driving experience of tens of thousands of Model S owners worldwide. Throughout the book and the accompanying website, owningmodels.com, Nick Howe provides you with no nonsense guidance, thorough checklists, and many hidden tricks that will enable you to get the absolute maximum from one of the world's coolest cars. Here are only a few of the many questions he answers inside Owning Model S: * Is Model S the right car for me? * Which options should I choose? * How do I prepare prior to the delivery of my Model S, and what do I look for on the day it's delivered? * What is the true range of Model S if I drive it fast and hard? * What aftermarket accessories will enable me to customize my Model S? These questions along with dozens of others are answered with pragmatic advice, no nonsense instructions, and detailed checklists. After reading Owning Model S, 2nd edition, you'll truly understand the future of motoring.


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Download or read book Owning Model S written by Nick Howe and published by . This book was released on 2015-09-01 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Owning Model S, 2nd edition, has been updated and enhanced to maintain its place as the go-to user guide every Model S owner (and potential owner) needs. Written by a Model S owner, it provides the inside information you'll need to better understand the world's leading electric vehicle. The 2nd edition considers new Model S battery capacities, new vehicle configurations, new options, and new features that have recently been introduced by Tesla Motors--including dual-motor all-wheel-drive, autopilot, and the 761 hp P90D with "ludicrous mode." In addition, it reflects the actual driving experience of tens of thousands of Model S owners worldwide. Throughout the book and the accompanying website, owningmodels.com, Nick Howe provides you with no nonsense guidance, thorough checklists, and many hidden tricks that will enable you to get the absolute maximum from one of the world's coolest cars. Here are only a few of the many questions he answers inside Owning Model S: * Is Model S the right car for me? * Which options should I choose? * How do I prepare prior to the delivery of my Model S, and what do I look for on the day it's delivered? * What is the true range of Model S if I drive it fast and hard? * What aftermarket accessories will enable me to customize my Model S? These questions along with dozens of others are answered with pragmatic advice, no nonsense instructions, and detailed checklists. After reading Owning Model S, 2nd edition, you'll truly understand the future of motoring.


Towards a Sustainable Economy

Towards a Sustainable Economy

Author: Pascal da Costa

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2018-06-26

Total Pages: 143

ISBN-13: 3319790609

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This book provides an interdisciplinary account of how technological advances – mainly in the domains of energy and transportation – contribute to the transformation towards a more sustainable economic system. Drawing on methods from engineering, the management sciences and economics, which it combines in the framework of a systems sciences approach, the book presents qualitative and quantitative studies on government regulation, resources management and firms' strategy. Topics covered include the state-market dilemma of government CO2 emission targets, implications of the electrification of the economy, incentives and coercion in government transport policies, and innovations in the electric vehicle industry.


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Download or read book Towards a Sustainable Economy written by Pascal da Costa and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-06-26 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an interdisciplinary account of how technological advances – mainly in the domains of energy and transportation – contribute to the transformation towards a more sustainable economic system. Drawing on methods from engineering, the management sciences and economics, which it combines in the framework of a systems sciences approach, the book presents qualitative and quantitative studies on government regulation, resources management and firms' strategy. Topics covered include the state-market dilemma of government CO2 emission targets, implications of the electrification of the economy, incentives and coercion in government transport policies, and innovations in the electric vehicle industry.