17 December 2020

Mitchell, the US technology company that trends, industry insights and expert opinions on subjects that resonate across the industry, has released its latest automotive industry trends with the Q4 report highlighting COVID-19’s impact on the industry.

It provides a sneak peek at five trends likely to shape the automotive sector in 2021 – below – and it features an in-depth look at electric vehicles (EVs) and their effect on the claims and repair processes, new opportunities to streamline the repair workflow, and changes to the way P&C organizations manage and use data.

Mitchell:  Five Automotive Trends to Watch in 2021

Trend 1: Personal Vehicle Ownership Over Shared Mobility

Trend 2: Electric Vehicle Expansion

Trend 3: Prevalence of Collision Repair Diagnostics

Trend 4: Increased Focus on Glass

Trend 5: Rise in Accident Severity