The concept of car ownership may be losing its luster for some people, but advances in technology are making it more appealing to others. How are brand innovations helping to turn functional vehicles into a ‘third living space’? And how will drivers and passengers be entertained in the future?

Despite speculation about a decline in private car ownership across Germany, the COVID-19 pandemic has given rise to an interest in novel forms of in-car entertainment. As people search for safe spaces to socialise and have fun, what's driving them towards in-car venues?

Lockdown measures in the UK caused a sharp reduction in the number of cars on the road, causing cyclists to come out in their droves. Yet while many commuters, students, and casual bikers have appreciated the cleaner air and safer streets, how can they be encouraged to keep pedalling post-pandemic?

As the pandemic continues, Brits are looking for adventures closer to home and are finding bikepacking the perfect way to get back to nature safely. Apidura’s community-centric approach means constant refinement for peak product design.

As the UK emerges from COVID-19 lockdown, public transport capacity is set to be severely limited to reduce the risk of further infection. But is a surge in private car journeys inevitable? Or could the post-pandemic world present a new opportunity to encourage greener, healthier commutes?

The pandemic has transformed people’s needs and expectations of social spaces. The city of Oakland, in California, has launched Slow Streets, which reduces traffic to enable physically distanced activities and exercise. Can other cities use this moment to create safer, greener landscapes?

Dubbed ‘Uber for Seniors’, transport app Eu Vô helps older Brazilians lead more independent lives through rides with drivers trained by psychologists and gerontologists. Helping families struggling to look after older relatives, it’s an innovative service for Brazil’s ageing population.

With luxury cars still in strong demand despite the pandemic, the 2020 Mercedes S-Class is placed to secure those buyers looking for the ultimate in luxury car travel. And by featuring electric engines on the option list, the brand hopes to woo the eco-conscious, too.