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The Future of the Car

Car sales are rising in many parts of the world. But will the popularity of the personal automobile come to an end if the driverless vehicle becomes a reality?

Car sales are rising in many parts of the world. It seems that wherever you are, as soon as people have got a bit of cash the first thing they want to buy is a car. The industry-leading Detroit motor show has launched new models amid a wave of optimism from the US car makers. But will the popularity of the personal automobile come to an end if the driverless vehicle becomes a reality? Colm O Regan reflects on the perils of a hands off approach to driving. Justin Rowlatt and guests look at the future of the global car industry. Justin is joined by: Mark Wakefield, Managing Director at global consulting firm AlixPartners he leads the Automotive practice in North America; Martin Powell, head of Urban Development at Siemens and Christian Stadler, Associate Professor in Strategic Management at Warwick Business School.

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Sun 19 Jan 2014 03:32GMT

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