Martin Lundstedt, Volvo Group President and CEO, makes some interesting statements on future goods and people transports in a recent interview with The China Post:
Also, we are facing a super opportunity brought on by the e-commerce boom, which is fueling the demand for modern logistics. E-commerce will drive the entire transport system forward, setting a high demand for punctuality.
Currently, we are working on an electricity project in Gothenburg where the first route for electric buses was opened in June. The electric bus is quiet, does not have any exhaust emissions, and is about 80% more energy efficient than a conventional diesel bus.
But what’s more important is about the system. When there is no noise and air pollution, we can have indoor stops and access to Wi-Fi. Buses will no longer be a means of transportation tool. Instead it will become an experience itself.
I believe a developed city is not a city where the poor have a chance to buy a car but the rich are using the public transportation. We want to be part of China’s green initiatives and help drive prosperity through transport and infrastructure solutions.
See the full article: http://www.chinapost.com.tw/china/ceo-talks/2016/05/09/465615/p2/Positive-attitude.htm