1、Automotive&Automotive&Automotive Technology Automotive Technology Q1 2026Q1 2026M&A INDUSTRY UPDATEM&A INDUSTRY UPDATECopyright 2026 Greenwich Capital Group LLC.All rights reserved.PAGE 2|GCG AUTOMOTIVE/AutoTech INDUSTRY UPDATE|Q1 2026Industry TrendsThe North American automotive industry entered 202
2、6 with a more balanced operating environment,as supply constraints eased and inventories normalized.Growth remains measured amid affordability pressures and moderating pricing,driving sharper focus on cost discipline and platform simplification.Tariff policy and on-shoring incentives are reshaping p
3、roduction footprints,while capital allocation across AutoTech and EV sectors has become more selective.At the same time,AI-enabled fleet platforms and connected-vehicle data are emerging as durable sources of value creation across the ecosystem.2Incentive Rebalancing&Inventory NormalizationNorth Ame
4、rican OEMs are intensifying cost-reduction initiatives amid normalized demand and persistent affordability pressures.Manufacturers are streamlining vehicle platforms,reducing complexity,and renegotiating supplier contracts to drive structural cost savings.The shift reflects a broader focus on sustai
5、ning margins through operational efficiency rather than volume expansion as pricing power continues to moderate.4Fleet Digitization&Telematics ExpansionAdoption of connected fleet solutions continues to accelerate,with GPS fleet tracking now used by 80%of fleet professionals and video-telematics ado
6、ption nearing 50%in N.A.Commercial operators are deploying AI-driven analytics and predictive tech to enhance utilization and reduce downtime.The trend is expanding the role of software and data in automotive value creation,particularly across logistics,last-mile delivery,and service fleets.3Capital