Aware of hidden agendas, people no longer believe in the possibility of absolute truth or complete transparency from institutions, public figures, and individuals. Yet they are still drawn to honesty, integrity, and – at times – even vulnerability, which they expect from peers and brands alike.

Latin American demand for used cars is high, but the previously informal market has made purchasing them unreliable. Enter used-car start-up Kavak, which provides secure transactions and financing options: giving consumers a reliable option as well as a safe way to purchase their car.

An insurance company and app, Cuvva enables Britons to insure themselves while they drive for as little as an hour at a time. The company provides policies that are both easy to understand and to use – by offering important servicing reminders, Cuvva is simplifying auto insurance.

Americans are keeping their cars for longer and the average length of their use has reached 12 years. As people rely on their cars to travel and with the pandemic leading to a financial crunch, brands have the opportunity to add features to older car models to help prolong their longevity and value.

How is transport aiding equity? What is the future of clean mobility? And why are people hesitant about automation? In this part of the 2022 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about the ways in which people move around their built environments and how they are changing.