Trend Keyword Overview

The HAWKS SCOPE Trend Map

10 Key Industry Trends · Drivers · Opportunities

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Hyper-Personalized Cockpits

"intelligent digital living space"
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Definition

"intelligent digital living space"

Biometric sensors (fingerprint, face, iris) and AI voice assistants immediately identify occupants to automatically optimize the interior environment, such as seat position, lighting, and temperature, according to individual preferences. Linked with personal accounts like Netflix or Spotify, it provides a seamless content consumption experience. Customers can transform their vehicles into digital living spaces by subscribing to hardware features like autonomous driving functions or heated seats as "Features on Demand (FoD)" as needed.

Drivers

Social

Consumers accustomed to subscription services like Netflix expect the same personalized experience and continuous updates in their vehicles.

Tech

The maturity of Artificial Intelligence natural language processing and biometric technologies has enabled sophisticated user interaction and authentication.

Opportunities

In-Car Service Marketplace

A Platform business that provides third-party apps and content such as games, videos, and commerce through in-vehicle screens and earns commissions as an Intermediary Platform.

Feature-on-Demand (FoD) Subscription Model

Generating recurring revenue (Recurring Revenue) even after vehicle sales by providing features such as heated seats, autonomous driving functions, and acceleration performance in a monthly Subscription Model format.

Definition

"profitable"

Autonomous Level 4 technology (Lv.4) will first settle in commercial areas where economic utility is higher than in passenger cars. The logistics system will operate in a dualized manner, consisting of long-distance freight trucks (middle-mile) running on highways and small robots (Last-mile Delivery) handling urban deliveries. To support this, roads and logistics warehouses will be upgraded to intelligent infrastructure equipped with 5G communication and precision positioning sensors, forming a smart logistics Ecosystem where 24-hour unmanned transport is possible.

Drivers

Economy

Increasing need for unmanned operations and automation due to worsening chronic driver shortages and rising logistics labor costs.

Social

Explosion in Last-mile Delivery demand driven by the continuous growth of the e-commerce market.

Opportunities

Freight-as-a-Service

A logistics Subscription Model service where shippers do not own trucks but reserve and use only the transport capacity (Capacity) of Autonomous Trucks.

Intelligent Logistics Real Estate Development

A next-generation logistics center and hub development business equipped with digital infrastructure that supports charging, maintenance, and V2I communication for Autonomous Trucks.

Definition

"Resilience"

To avoid geopolitical risks and tariff barriers, the past "cost-efficiency" centered supply chain is being reorganized into a "resilience" centered multi-regional production system (nearshoring). Beyond simple factory relocation, it integrates circular economy models—including waste battery recovery, recycled material extraction, and parts remanufacturing processes—to ensure stability in raw material procurement and respond to strengthening environmental regulations.

Drivers

Policy

Increasing global supply chain risks due to US-China trade conflicts and the strengthening of tariff barriers by various countries.

Environment

Strengthening environmental Regulation and increasing demand for sustainability make the use of recycled materials and the Adoption of circular economy models essential.

Opportunities

Battery Circular Economy Solution

A business that reduces raw material costs and secures carbon credits through waste battery collection, diagnosis, recycled material extraction, and the supply of remanufactured parts.

Supply Chain Transparency Assurance Service

B2B data service that tracks and certifies the origin of parts and carbon footprints using technologies such as blockchain.

Definition

"in real-time. Roads in 2026 will transform from simple asphalt into"

Vehicles, pedestrians, traffic lights, and roads exchange data in real-time like a single organism through V2X technology and 5G ultra-high-speed communication networks. Vehicles perform the role of "moving sensors" roaming the city, detecting blind spot risks in advance. The collected data is transmitted to a central city Platform and used as Key Resources for smart city Operations, such as traffic signal optimization, carbon emission reduction, and accident prevention.

Drivers

Tech

The convergence and maturity of 5G, IoT, and Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication technologies enable the establishment of a hyper-connected Ecosystem between vehicles and infrastructure.

Social

Increasing demand for Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) to resolve traffic congestion and accidents caused by intensifying urbanization.

Opportunities

Mobility Data Monetization

Selling processed anonymized data collected from vehicles and infrastructure as insights and targeting information to insurance companies, local governments, and advertisers.

Smart City OS Platform

Business for the building and operations of an operating system and control system that integrates, manages, and controls mobility data and infrastructure across the entire city.

Definition

"Hardware is just a supporting player; the core is software. As the transition to Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) accelerates, vehicles do not become obsolete the moment they leave..."

Vehicle architecture is completely redesigned from hardware-centric to software-centric. Like a smartphone, performance improvements, bug fixes, and new feature additions are continuously made even after vehicle purchase through Over-the-Air (OTA). Through this, manufacturers evolve into tech companies that generate revenue throughout the vehicle life cycle through data and software subscription services, moving beyond one-time profits from hardware sales.

Drivers

Economy

Increasing need for recurring Revenue Models through service and feature subscriptions to overcome decreasing hardware sales margins.

Tech

Centralization of vehicle architecture and advancements in Over-the-Air (OTA) technology enable the separation of hardware and software development cycles.

Opportunities

Vehicle App Store and Ecosystem Building

Operations of an open platform that provides APIs and SDKs for external developers to easily develop vehicle apps and distributes them.

Predictive Maintenance and Remote Diagnostic Services

Maintenance solution that predicts failures by analyzing vehicle status data in real-time and remotely resolves software issues via OTA.

Definition

"as much as they need when they need it, instead of"

Instead of "owning" a vehicle as an asset, consumers choose an "access" method such as calling for a ride (ride-hailing) through an app when needed or using it by paying a monthly subscription fee. Accordingly, for service providers, maintaining high vehicle utilization and protecting residual value after 3-4 years become the keys to business success or failure. Dealerships transition from simple sales outlets to "Mobility Service Hubs" responsible for maintenance, car washing, and charging of shared vehicles.

Drivers

Economy

Preference for economical usage methods over ownership due to high vehicle prices, maintenance costs, and high interest rates.

Social

Lifestyle changes and urbanization among the younger generation who prioritize experience and flexibility over ownership.

Opportunities

Fleet Management Solution (FMS)

B2B software that maximizes utilization rates by efficiently managing the location, status, and maintenance schedules of large-scale shared vehicle fleets.

Mobility Hub Conversion Business

Remodeling and operating existing dealerships or gas stations into comprehensive service hubs responsible for charging, washing, maintenance, and delivery of shared/subscription vehicles.

Definition

"realistic decarbonization Strategy"

Decarbonization proceeds in a form where optimal solutions for each purpose coexist rather than a single technology. Hybrids (HEV/PHEV), which are realistic alternatives, become mainstream for passenger cars, Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV) for long-distance heavy trucks, and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for the aviation sector. Operators employ an "energy arbitrage" Strategy by analyzing regional electricity rates, hydrogen prices, and Regulation situations in real-time to dispatch vehicles using the most economical power source.

Drivers

Economy

Limitations in consumer adoption due to the high price of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) and lack of charging infrastructure, along with increasing demand for hybrids.

Environment

Supply instability of core battery raw materials and the need for technical alternatives for decarbonization in specific transportation sectors (aviation, trucks).

Opportunities

Fleet Energy Optimization Consulting

Providing optimal vehicle dispatch and fuel purchasing strategies to logistics companies by analyzing regional energy prices (electricity, hydrogen, oil) and regulations in real-time.

Alternative Fuel Production and Distribution

Entering new energy markets through hydrogen production and charging station construction, or the refining and supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and e-fuel.

Definition

"how quiet it is"

Air taxis and emergency medical transport services that avoid urban traffic congestion using eVTOL will be introduced. Vertiports, which are take-off and landing sites, and integrated control systems will be established at major urban hubs to connect ground traffic and air traffic. For successful Operations, resolving noise and safety concerns of local communities through low-noise aircraft design and transparent communication to obtain "social flight permits" becomes more important than technology.

Drivers

Social

Demand for new 3D transportation modes to bypass extreme ground traffic congestion in major cities.

Tech

Increased feasibility of eVTOL commercialization due to improved battery energy density and technological advancements in distributed electric propulsion systems.

Opportunities

Vertiport Infrastructure Construction

Real estate and operations business that constructs eVTOL takeoff and landing sites at key urban locations and provides charging and passenger boarding services.

Community Acceptance Consulting

Specialized consulting that supports obtaining the 'social license' essential for Urban Air Mobility (UAM) operations through noise modeling and resident communication strategies.

Definition

"Rather than a car that fits all purposes moderately, Purpose-Built Vehicle (PBV) that perfectly fits a specific purpose becomes the trend. By placing a body suitable for the..."

Modular vehicles that combine "top hats (upper bodies)" suitable for purposes such as delivery, shuttles, and mobile stores like Lego blocks on a flat Electric Vehicle (EV) Skateboard Platform fill the roads. Operators minimize vehicle idle time and maximize asset utilization through a "Vehicle Body-as-a-Service (VBaaS)" model, where a delivery module is installed during the day and a food truck module is replaced at night on a single driving Platform.

Drivers

Economy

Surging demand for purpose-optimized vehicles (designed to reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)) driven by the growth of the on-demand service market, such as ride-hailing and delivery.

Tech

Advancements in Skateboard Platform technology for Electric Vehicle (EV) enable flexible design and modularity of the upper body (top hat).

Opportunities

Vehicle Body-as-a-Service (VBaaS)

A modular hardware subscription service that maintains the expensive driving platform while renting or replacing only the upper body (top hat) according to the purpose.

Mobile Business Space Solutions

Providing the space itself as a service product by converting vehicles into mobile hospitals, pop-up stores, or offices rather than just a means of transportation.

Definition

"quality of experience (XLA),"

The measure of service success shifts from technical indicators (KPIs) such as dispatch time to "total satisfaction felt by the customer in the journey (XLA)." Data from all touchpoints, such as ease of reservation, vehicle cleanliness, comfort during travel, and convenience of payment after getting off, are analyzed and managed. To this end, companies will reorganize into organizations centered on a "Chief Journey Officer (CJO)" who designs a frictionless User Experience (UX) by integrating fragmented departments within the organization.

Drivers

Economy

User Experience (UX) is emerging as the sole differentiation and competitive factor due to the functional commoditization of Mobility services.

Social

In the subscription economy, the importance of managing holistic satisfaction is increasing to prevent customer churn, moving beyond the mere provision of functions.

Opportunities

Journey Management Analysis Tool

A SaaS that measures service quality (Experience-Level Agreements (XLA)) by integrated collection and analysis of experience data throughout the entire process from customer booking to drop-off.

Managed Mobility Services (MMS)

Integrated outsourcing management of all mobility-related tasks for corporate customers, including employee vehicle provision, maintenance, and chauffeur-driven protocol services.

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14 PBV Logistics Customized Interior Full detail in book ->
15 Automotive App Ecosystem Management Platform Full detail in book ->
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17 Public-Private Vertiport PPP Planning & Management Full detail in book ->
18 Urban Vehicle TCO Optimization Package Full detail in book ->
19 Data-driven Risk Management Platform Full detail in book ->
20 Business Model Analysis of V2X-linked Enterprise App Market Full detail in book ->
21 Hyper-Personalized Cockpit SDK Full detail in book ->
22 Automotive Parts Alternative Supplier Auto-Matching API Full detail in book ->
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24 PBV-based Individual Entrepreneurial Mobile Shop Package Full detail in book ->
25 Corporate Welfare-type Family Mobility Full detail in book ->
26 University Campus Delivery Management System Full detail in book ->
27 Digital Twin-based Scenario Simulation Full detail in book ->
28 Safety Coaching Portal for Enterprises Full detail in book ->
29 Urban Mobility Operations Hub Full detail in book ->
30 Mobility Fleet Management SaaS Bundle Negotiation Platform Full detail in book ->
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