Automotive Committee Receives 2023 Contribution Award
This is the fifth time that Automotive Committee Chairman Bill Russo has received recognition on b...
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The world’s leading global expert on the development of the automotive industry and the future of mobility. Nearly 4 decades of experience in the auto, electronics and information technology industries. Currently serving as the Chair of the Automotive Committee at the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai.
A broad experience of over 2 decades in the hi-tech industry, working across a range of management roles and leading dozens of large scale multi-million dollar technological projects with major international companies. He brings experience in B2B to B2C transitions including development of new ecosystems and business models.
Cross-border investment professional, with experience working and living on 4 continents with deep expertise in the Chinese automotive sector. Over a decade of strategy and business development experience, working with OEMs, startups, tech conglomerates and banks.
Experienced strategy and management consultant expertise in market research, market entry, marketing and branding strategy and organization optimization, etc. Passionate about the future of automobile, he is ready to bring insight and know-how from consumer goods and healthcare industry to shape the future with clients.
Had both communication marketing and consulting experiences in cross-industry sectors, including energy, automotive, FMCG, finance and healthcare. Led projects in market entry, market insights, marketing communications, new products development, etc. Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Michigan State University and an MBA from CEIBS.
Previous experiences as a financial consultant cover a wide range of industries, including energy, automotive, finance and Internet industry. Previously at PwC as a Senior Associate, he held successful track record in IPO consulting and PE buyouts. He is also an experienced investment manager who was heavily involved in fund operations, project investment and post-investment management.
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Cognomotiv provides realtime services to automotive and transportation industries to certify the safety, security and proper functioning of connected, semi-autonomous and autonomous vehicles throughout their operational lifecycle.
AutoX is building the most advanced self-driving AI platform for the most challenging traffic scenarios in China. The same self-driving platform can drive different vehicles, including RoboTaxis and RoboTrucks.
Elaphe provides most advanced in-wheel electric powertrains with above 1500Nm of torque packed inside each wheel. It enables new mobility applications and improvements in traditional vehicles. Patented technology is proven on more than 50 different vehicles and can be tailored to specific vehicle requirements.
Enervibe designs energy harvesting solutions with a focus on a chip size Dynamic Vibration Energy Harvester (D-VEH). The D-VEH intended to power IoT devices such as smart industrial sensors for asset monitoring and predictive maintenance, Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) sensors, smart sports equipment, sportswear, and wireless and battery-free switches for commercial and industrial use.
Cipia, formerly Eyesight Technologies, is a leader in computer vision AI for driver and cabin sensing. Its mission is to make cars better understand, cater to, and predict people’s needs by leveraging the power of embedded computer vision AI.
Inspektlabs is a computer vision technology platform focused on automation of inspections of any physical asset using photos and videos. The company’s current focus is on automating car inspections for automotive and insurance players.
Ottopia Technologies, founded in 2018, is a software company engaged in the design, development and commercialization of teleoperation systems.
Addionics is creating the next generation of energy storage by focussing on battery physics and are enabling higher energy density, lower charging time, and improved heat safety, with the largest markets in mind.
Parkingbnb helps drivers to find the cheapest and closest parking space considering personal preferences, and allows parking owners to increase their profit by deploying contactless payment, dynamic pricing and occupancy control system.
KWh Bikes is a developer of electric scooters. Its features include automatic dialing of emergency contacts, telematics with maps, durable chassis with integrated battery and controllers, as well as a mobile app for statistics like mileage covered, drivetrain customization, charging monitoring, locked and unlocked status.
This is the fifth time that Automotive Committee Chairman Bill Russo has received recognition on b...
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The automotive sector is experiencing a profound metamorphosis, propelled by the integration of AI a...
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July 7, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tel Aviv, Israel and Shanghai, China ARMONIC, a mixed reality (MR...
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This is the fourth time that Automotive Committee Chairman Bill Russo has received recognition on ...
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Media Source : EE Times EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS By Ilene Wolff and Alan Patterson November 21, 2023 —Part of an ongoing EE Times series: A Vulnerable U.S. Electronics Supply Chain. Previous parts can be found here. A multibillion-dollar gigafactory that Ford is building in Michigan to......
Media Source : Reuters November 21, 2023 SHANGHAI, Nov 21 (Reuters) – As EV makers in China wage an intense price war to prop up slowing demand, Chinese brands with strong hybrid lineups are emerging as winners, attracting consumers with vehicles with long range that......
Media Source : Reuters November 17, 2023 SHANGHAI, Nov 17 (Reuters) – Li Auto (2015.HK) said on Friday it will start mass production and delivery of its first fully electric car in February, as the up-and-coming Chinese automaker bets on fast-charging technology to solve range......
Click here to the Audio Link Media Source : CGTN Tesla recently celebrated the production of 2,000,000 vehicles at its Shanghai Gigafactory. Automobility CEO Bill Russo offers his views on how Tesla sparked the exponential rise of EV sales in China, and the important role......
Media Source : The China Project The region has some of the largest mineral reserves for this industry, including copper and lithium. Chinese companies also see opportunities in the local vehicle market. Matheus Andrade Published November 6, 2023 Raw materials are crucial to the electric......
Media Source : Bloomberg Western automakers are paying up for minority stakes in Chinese EV companies to gain access to their technology. Bloomberg News November 9, 2023 VW, Stellantis Pay Up for Chinese Tech Two recent deals between legacy auto giants and Chinese electric vehicle......
Media Source : Fortune by LIONEL LIM October 27, 2023 at 5:13 PM GMT+8 Tesla CEO Elon Musk could be getting some good news on the regulatory front, following weeks of bad headlines for him and his EV company. Earlier this month, the European Union......
Media Source : CNBC 26 OCT 2023 by Arjun Kharpal KEY POINTS •Stellantis on Thursday said it will invest 1.5 billion euros ($1.58 billion) in Chinese electric vehicle startup Leapmotor. •Stellantis is looking to boost its presence in China, where it is a small player,......
Media Source : Reuters October 26, 2023 Summary: •Stellantis to acquire 21% stake in EV maker Leapmotor •JV to build and sell Leapmotor products outside China •Deal gives Stellantis crucial foothold in China •Leapmotor shares slide 11%, reversing initial 11% jump HANGZHOU/MILAN, China, Oct 26......
Automobility’s Founder & CEO Bill Russo delivered an opening keynote speech on at the New Ener...
Automobility’s Founder & CEO Bill Russo will be a speaker and panelist at the Mobility Worl...
Committees Event – Automotive Committee November 21, 2023 9AM – 10AM (GMT+8) Event Detai...
On Wednesday, October 18, AmCham Shanghai held its 2023 Automotive Conference at the Hualuxe Shangha...
EVENT THEME: “Competing in the New Intelligent Connected Mobility Game” AmCham Shanghai’...
Bill Russo was a keynote speaker at Morgan Stanley’s Asia Tech Conference 2023, held in Beijing on...
Committees Event – Automotive Committee September 21, 2023 9AM – 10AM (GMT+8) Event Deta...
DATE: August 25, 2023 TIME: 16:30-18:00 LOCATION: No.300, Middle Huaihai Road, Huangpu District,...
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DATE: August 23, 2023 TIME: 14:00-15:15 LOCATION: European Chamber Shanghai Office, Unit 2204,...
Committees Event – Automotive Committee August 22, 2023 9AM – 9:45AM (GMT+8) Event Detai...
Bill Russo will be speaking on his book chapter “China’s Auto Industry: The Race to a Susta...
Committees Event – Automotive Committee July 18, 2023 9AM – 9:45AM (GMT+8) Event...
Ker Gibbs, Bill Russo and Jean Liu will discuss their new book at this event on June 29 in Shanghai....
Committees Event – Automotive Committee June 20, 2023 9AM – 9:45AM (GMT+8) Event Details...
China Auto Chongqing Summit 2023 Shaping the Future of An Industry in Transition June 8-9, 2023 Chon...
Committees Event – Automotive Committee May 23, 2023 9AM – 9:45AM (GMT+8) Event D...
Click here to the Audio Link Bill Russo, Founder and CEO of Automobility Limited has recently joine...
Committees Event – Automotive Committee March 21, 2023 9AM – 9:45AM (GMT+8) Event Detail...
On April 20 Doon Insights will host a salon event near Santa Cruz, CA titled “Mobility Tech in 5D....
Seven years and seven months ago , Bill Russo was invited to a panel discussion hosted by the legendary John McElroy for his Autoline This Week program, which was recorded on the floor of the Beijing Auto Show. John has covered the auto scene in the USA......
We are very proud to share the news that our book “Selling to China” has risen to the #1 ranking in the International Business section of the Amazon bookstore! The book is a compilation of stories from several points of view from executives who have......
Comments from Bill Russo, Founder & CEO of Automobility Ltd. Year-over-Year Shipments Changes from January to July: NEV +41.7% ICE -1.6% Please Note: NEV = New Energy Vehicles (including Battery, Plug-in Hybrid and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles) ICE = Pure Internal Combustion Engine Vehicles “Peak Car” was......
Click here to the audio link GlobalAutoIndustry.com’s latest Audio Interview “Selling to China: for Automotive Industry Professionals” features Bill Russo. Mr. Russo is the Shanghai-based Founder and CEO of Automobility Limited, a strategy and investment advisory firm helping its clients to create the future of mobility. His......
Five Takeaways from the China Auto Chongqing Summit 2023: 1. The End of the ICE Age: Rise of the Chinese NEV 2. Control of the Upper End of the Supply Chain is Vital 3. Chinese Brands are Going Global 4. A Shift from “Big” to “Powerful” 5. A Massive Reckoning......
Bill Russo, the Founder & CEO of Automobility Limited, and the Chairman of the Automotive Committee at AmCham Shanghai was interviewed by AmCham. The End of the ICE Age [Bill Russo Interview] is the cover story of the Summer 2023 edition of The Journal of the American Chamber......
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by Bill Russo and Lorenzo Song The 20th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (referred to as the Shanghai Auto Show) was held from April 18 to 27, 2023. This year’s show was themed “Embracing the New Era of the Automobile Industry” and was housed in......
by Bill Russo and Lorenzo Song The 20th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (referred to as the Shanghai Auto Show) was held from April 18 to 27, 2023. This year’s show was themed “Embracing the New Era of the Automobile Industry” and was housed in......
By Bill Russo and Howard Chao China abruptly dropped its draconian zero-COVID policies and reopened to the world in December of last year, a complete about-face. The Chinese authorities originally stated (and the world believed) that China would wind down these policies gradually, and the......
By Bill Russo, Twyla Zhang and Benjamin Fan Key Takeaways: China’s automotive market will continue to grow due to an expanding and aging car population. The secular shift to connected, electric and autonomous mobility will change the mix of cars being serviced and will fundamentally......
The CES 2023 show featured plenty of exhibitors advancing two of the most compelling technology megatrends of the future, namely sustainability and human security. We scanned for technology trends at CES that enable revenue and profit opportunities in the new “automobility” business model enabled by......
Comments from Bill Russo, Founder & CEO of Automobility Ltd. Year-over-Year Shipments Changes from January to October: NEV +37.8% ICE -0.05% Please Note: NEV = New Energy Vehicles (including Battery, Plug-in Hybrid and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles) ICE = Pure Internal Combustion Engine Vehicles NEV Breaks......
Comments from Bill Russo, Founder & CEO of Automobility Ltd. Year-over-Year Shipments from January to September: NEV +37.5% ICE -0.8% Please Note: NEV = New Energy Vehicles (including Battery, Plug-in Hybrid and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles) ICE = Pure Internal Combustion Engine Vehicles Made-in-China......
We are very pleased to share the 45th Edition of Automobility’s EXCELerate pipeline. As always, we are continually scanning the global mobility technology landscape to curate excellent investment opportunities that we believe offer differentiated solutions which fit our “Internet of Mobility” (IoM) and Energy Transition......
Click here to the audio link An excerpt from the September 21, 2023 AmCham Shanghai Automotive Committee monthly update, where Bill Russo did a deep dive on China auto shipments and rising exports. Highlights: August shipments of 2.58 million vehicles include 846,000 New Energy Vehicles......
Comments from Bill Russo, Founder & CEO of Automobility Ltd. Year-over-Year Shipments Changes from January to August: NEV +39.2% ICE +1.3% Please Note: NEV = New Energy Vehicles (including Battery, Plug-in Hybrid and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles) ICE = Pure Internal Combustion Engine Vehicles China Goes Global......
7th Edition – August 25, 2023 This quarterly newsletter features exciting investment opportunities from our Automobility EXCELerate pipeline. The depicted companies are actively fundraising and aim to close a round in the next 3-6 months. Click on the links in the profiles for further details......
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