Asia at crossroads in mobility revolution, says new Shell report.

Asia is embarking on a mobility revolution that could revitalise economies and drive more sustainable development for future generations, states a report launched by Shell, last week.

'Cities On The Move: Driving Asia's Mobility Revolution' is Shell's first ever review of mobility in the region. It includes extensive research and interviews, providing unique insights into the emerging mobility trends across five countries - Singapore, Thailand, India, The Philippines and China.

For each country, a range of issues are considered, including the impact of digitalisation, mobility trends of different generations, the variety of mobility solutions, the need for lower carbon choices, evolving consumer demands, developments in fleet services and the challenges created by COVID-19.

The report highlights the frictions that rapid urbanisation, a growing middle class, rising incomes and increasing aspirations are playing on demands for increased mobility options. It also considers other trends such as a desire for greater and faster convenience, the impact of enhanced digital solutions and environmental concerns.

It concludes that while each...