We rarely recognize a tipping point while we’re in the middle of it. Think of the iPhone launch in 2007, the advent of ride-hailing in 2010, or the remote work shift caused by the pandemic. 

Today, fleets are facing a similar moment. Technologies like AI, electrification, autonomy, and connectivity are converging with massive infrastructure investment, regulatory pressure, and evolving customer expectations. But which of these forces represent the next true inflection point, and which are still noise?

This Fleet Forward Conference seminar — “Mobility 360: Understanding the Tipping Point for Fleets” — will answer that question. The Tuesday morning plenary session, which will take place on Oct. 22 from 10:15 to 11:00 a.m.

In the session, panelists will explore how those forces are intersecting with capital flows, policy shifts, and operational readiness to guide the fleet industry’s strategic direction. 

“This session will put the puzzle pieces together for fleets,” said Chris Brown, associate publisher of Automotive Fleet and conference chair. “Rather than focus on individual trends in isolation, the discussion will take a holistic '360-degree' view of mobility’s evolution and examine what’s moving from concept to commercial reality.”

Mobility 360 Panelists

The panelists are: 

• Steve Greenfield, general partner at Automotive Ventures, will offer insights on how capital investment trends are shaping the mobility ecosystem and accelerating innovation in connected, electric, and autonomous technologies.

• Matt Daus, partner at Windels Marx, president of the International Association of Transportation Regulators (IATR), and commissioner of the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission when Uber launched, will provide perspective on how public policy, for-hire regulations, and government partnerships are influencing real-world adoption of emerging fleet models.

• Mark Hazel, associate director at S&P Global Mobility, brings a data-driven perspective informed by hands-on experience across the automotive supply chain — from pricing strategy in shared mobility to product planning for light — and heavy-duty components.

• Chris Brown, associate publisher of Automotive Fleet and chair of the Fleet Forward Conference, will moderate the discussion and include the fleet perspective. 

Attend the 2025 Fleet Forward Conference

The 2025 Fleet Forward Conference (FFC) will be held Oct. 21-23 in San Diego. Registration is open now. 

Under the theme “Fleet Leadership in a Year of Uncertainty," FFC’s educational program is structured around six foundational pillars that define the future of fleet operations:

Mobility & Autonomy

Explore the shift to electric, connected, and autonomous fleets. From hybrids to EVs and hydrogen, from shared mobility to self-driving tech, discover how fleets are preparing for a more sustainable, driver-optional future.

Data Integration, AI & Predictive Intelligence

Unlock the power of connected data. Learn how fleets are integrating platforms and systems to drive smarter decisions through AI, predictive analytics, and real-time insights.

Global Strategy

Hear from international fleet leaders navigating regional regulations, infrastructure gaps, and sustainability mandates to build global strategies.

Fleet Safety & Risk

Reduce liability and improve outcomes by exploring safety technologies, data-driven risk management, and evolving compliance standards that protect people and assets.

Infrastructure & Energy

From EV charging, energy planning, and utility partnerships, this track covers how fleets are powering the transition to zero emissions with smart, scalable infrastructure.

People, Talent & Culture

Dive into best practices for recruiting, training, and retaining drivers and staff. Build a safety-first workforce by reinforcing a culture of accountability and performance.