The Economist | How to Be the Next Tesla

Jun 2021

Originally published by The Economist on June 5, 2021.

The Economist published a recent article featuring Managing Director Patrick von Herz describing the current automotive market as a “global feeding frenzy”.

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Summary

Contributor

Patrick von Herz
Incredible change sweeping through the automotive industry creates challenging and stimulating opportunities. It’s deeply satisfying to provide counsel within this sector to achieve success.

Patrick von Herz

Managing Director

Frankfurt

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