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The Automotive Industry in Transition – Opportunities and Requirements for Success
_{The automotive industry is investing in the ramp-up of electromobility and requires the right framework conditions to do so. At the same time, it is evident that European legislation needs to adopt a more flexible approach in order to achieve industrial policy goals. Furthermore, geopolitical conditions and the competitive landscape in key target markets have shifted significantly. Manufacturers and suppliers alike must navigate these changes and adjust their strategies accordingly. Small and medium-sized industrial enterprises, in particular, play a vital role in the regions—a fact that calls for a policy response.}

Air Pollutant Limit Values ​​2030+: Rethinking Clean Mobility – The Interplay of Technology, Traffic Flow, and Environmental Management
_{The revised EU Air Quality Directive (2024) significantly tightens air quality requirements for European cities and presents new challenges for the transport sector. In addition to conventional exhaust emissions, non-exhaust sources—such as brake, tire, and road wear—are increasingly coming into focus. At the same time, measurements and modeling indicate that nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) and particulate matter levels in urban areas remain heavily influenced by road traffic.} 

_{This presentation provides an overview of the EU Air Quality Directive, contextualizes it within current knowledge regarding traffic-related emissions and urban air quality, and discusses effective measures for compliance with limit values. These measures include technological developments—such as lower-emission powertrains and improved braking systems—as well as the reduction of non-exhaust particulate emissions and strategies to improve traffic flow. A particular focus is placed on innovative control strategies using environmentally sensitive traffic management systems and on practical examples demonstrating how the interplay of vehicle technology, traffic control, and strategic planning can sustainably improve air quality and meet ambitious EU targets.}

Mobility Transition in Hamburg
_{Hamburg’s mobility transition exemplifies the profound transformation of urban transport systems in the 21st century. The Hanseatic city pursues an integrated approach that combines technological innovation with sustainable urban development. Key areas of focus include the electrification, automation, digitalization, and connectivity of transport. Electrifying public transit, municipal vehicle fleets, and private transport is a central strategy for reducing CO₂ emissions and air pollutants. At the same time, intelligent assistance systems and autonomous mobility solutions open up new possibilities for more efficient and safer traffic flow. Data-driven, connected transport systems provide real-time information for intelligent traffic management and user-oriented mobility services that interact in a flexible, intermodal, and resource-efficient manner.} 

_{This presentation examines the opportunities and challenges associated with these transformation processes, focusing in particular on Hamburg’s role as a model city for sustainable and intelligent mobility.}