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11:45 — 12:00
Arrival
12:00 — 12:15
Welcome & Introduction: Key themes for the day

The day begins by setting the scene for FutureDrive 2025 — highlighting the themes shaping the agenda and asking the big question: as the industry evolves, are we keeping pace?

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Ian Plummer
12:15 — 12:50
Lunch
12:50 — 13:05
Driving the Future: Young people & EVs

Delve into the data shaping the next decade of car buying with the shift to electric and challenge long-held assumptions in consumer attitudes and expectations.

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Marc Palmer
13:05 — 13:40
No Driver Left Behind: Women and the journey to electric

Buying a car shouldn’t be harder for women. This session explores how the industry can communicate smarter and create marketing that’s inclusive without being stereotypical.

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Rebecca Day
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Laura Harvey
13:40 — 14:10
EV Reality Check: What consumers really think

EVs are everywhere, but are consumers convinced? Explore what drives interest, what holds buyers back, and whether the industry is delivering the right support. 

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Richard Norris
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Laura Harvey
14:10 — 14:30
Break
14:30 — 15:15
Next-Gen Buyers: Rewriting the car-buying playbook

Younger buyers are rewriting the rules. Discover their mindsets, habits, and expectations — and why failing to adapt could cost brands the next generation of customers.

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Dave Stitson
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Mitun Thaker
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Sophie Coley
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Jon Davies
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Anne-Sophie Chanoux
15:15 — 15:30
AI in Action: The future of car buying

AI is reshaping research, retail, and engagement. Explore how it’s changing the game and the risks and opportunities it presents.

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Jon Davies
15:30 — 15:45
Final Thoughts & Close

Reflect on the day’s insights and join a closing drinks reception to continue the conversation.

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Ian Plummer
15:45 — 17:00
Drinks Reception