Mover seeks to drive Brazil's automotive modernisation

Significance

The Brazilian market is large and, to date, has been highly concentrated on flex-fuel-powered passenger vehicles. However, there has been a recent sharp increase in the sales of hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs).

Impacts

• The Mover programme highlights the government’s aim of driving the transition in the automotive sector.
• Future automotive technology seems set to be divided between EVs and hybrid ethanol-powered vehicles.
• Divisions between traditional and Chinese carmakers in Brazil mirror the escalating competition globally.