open to new technologies. The important thing is to use the
best solution where it contributes most efficiently to decar-
bonization.
Sustainability and environmental awareness are becoming
increasingly important in the automotive industry. How has
AVL taken up the challenge of sustainable mobility and what
initiatives has the company introduced to contribute to a
greener future?
AVL holds two thirds of its patents in the field of e-mobility.
Together with our customers, the goal is to reduce and
ultimately eliminate CO2 emissions. We always approach
each other here with openness and a clear understanding of
the needs of both worlds. AVL is strongly committed to the
Paris Climate Agreement and we are aware that we need to
make our full contribution to decarbonization. Ultimately, what
counts is the result that best helps the planet.
Cooperation is an important aspect in AVL’s journey. Could
you give some examples of successful partnerships that
have contributed to the growth and innovations of AVL?
Our active partnerships with renowned universities and
research institutes enable the development of innovative tech-
nologies, processes, and new and sustainable products. AVL is
also represented in many committees, such as the European
Road Transport Research Advisory Council and the Sustain-
able Surface Transport Advisory Group, and thus has an active
role in helping to shape the European research, innovation, and
economic space. The main focus is on linking technological
matters with those of applicability for society, as well as on the
importance of sustainability.
What future trends and challenges do you foresee in the
mobility industry and how is AVL preparing to meet them?
In addition to e-mobility, the trend is moving towards alterna-
tive fuels such as hydrogen or e-fuels. Here, it is important to
use the available resources in a particularly sustainable and
efficient manner. Meaning where they have the greatest influ-
ence on minimizing the carbon footprint. But software-defined
vehicles and cybersecurity – and thus automotated, inclusive,
and safe mobility – will be topics becoming increasingly rele-
vant. Digitization enables us to use generated data to further
develop and optimize existing systems.
What is your message to AVL employees as they look to the
future?
Remain curious and open to all possibilities that lie ahead! And
stay passionate about working on new solutions!
Is longevity also sustainable per se? A company that lasts
for generations?
Longevity is not a value per se. It’s about constantly reinvent-
ing and redefining yourself, taking on new challenges but
acting from experience.
Which of AVL’s qualities can be described as enduring over
the decades?
Our pioneering spirit and problem-solving competence. We
have the ability to identify important trends and developments
at an early stage and reach related goals ahead of the market.
Only the courageous broaden their horizons and make discov-
eries that lead to outstanding innovations. At the same time,
we take responsibility for our society and for humanity. We
want to ensure that our world is a place worth living in – today
and in the future.
“Only the courageous
broaden their horizons
and make discoveries
that lead to outstanding
innovations.”
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