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Automotive & Smart Mobility
Our team of U.S. and international industry specialists are dedicated to enhancing the global competitiveness of the U.S. automotive and smart mobility industry, expanding market access, and increasing exports, leveraging our presence in 200 global cities to help foster new business relationships and partnerships.
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NEW Market Intelligence
Moving with Africa: Opportunities in Port and Rail for U.S. Companies in Sub Saharan Africa

Automotive & Smart Mobility Industry

Our automotive and smart mobility industry specialists are dedicated to enhancing the global competitiveness of the U.S. automotive and smart mobility industry, expanding market access, and increasing exports. The Automotive & Smart Mobility Team uses our presence in 200 global cities to help you foster new business relationships and expand the world-wide presence of U.S. firms.

Featured Events

Learn more about our upcoming events and featured resources for the automotive and smart mobility industry.
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WEBINAR: Sub-Saharan Africa Business Development: Funding, Financing, and Geo-Political Strategy
May 16, 2024
Virtual - 10:00am EDT

Join this webinar to learn about market entry strategies and resources to support Africa business development for your company.
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WEBINAR: Moving with Africa - 2024 SARA Rail Conference
May 23, 2024
Virtual - 11:00am EDT

Join this webinar to hear about the details of the trade mission to the SARA Conference in Johannesburg and rail and port meetings in Angola, details of the SARA conference B2B and B2G opportunities, and an Angola rail and ports market briefing.
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Sub-Saharan Africa Rail and Port Trade Mission
August 19-24, 2024
South Africa & Angola

Join us for an exciting Rail and Port trade mission to South Africa and Angola, including participation at the South Africa Railway Association's SARA Conference.

How Can We Help You Expand Your Exports?

Our team members are experts in international business development and your best resource for business growth and job creation. Learn more about the ways we can assist your firm:
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Market Intelligence
Our market intelligence addresses market conditions, opportunities, regulations, and business customs for over 125 countries prepared by trade and industry experts at U.S. embassies worldwide.
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Trade Counseling
International Trade Specialists are available to discuss your company’s exporting needs. Locate an industry specialist near you.
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Our Services
From counseling, to matchmaking, to market intelligence, our global network of trade professionals - located throughout the United States and in nearly 80 countries - can help your firm expand your exports.
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Automotive Trade Data
Our Office of Transportation and Machinery compiles a variety of data products for exporters to use to develop their export strategy including, U.S. Automotive Parts Trade, U.S. Exports and Imports of Automotive Parts, and more.
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Smart Mobility Exporter Resource Guide
This Smart Mobility Exporter Resource Guide on Europe and Eurasia provides information on best prospects, trends and market demand, market entry, events, and resources on 20 markets across the region.

Automotive & Smart Mobility Market Intelligence

See our latest market intelligence related to the automotive and smart mobility industry.
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Market Intelligence
Moving with Africa Market Intelligence Report 2024

Ten markets in Sub Saharan Africa have written market briefs to give a high-level overview of the opportunities and challenges in their respective markets. 

Automotive Sub-Saharan Africa Trade Promotion
Market Intelligence
Ghana Energy Transition Plan

Ghana launches an ambitious plan to reach net zero emissions. 

Civil Nuclear Power Africa Climate
Market Intelligence
Brazil Automotive Green Mobility Investment

$22 Billion Green Mobility investment is planned in the Brazilian automotive industry.

Automotive Brazil Investment and Service Barriers

Key Resources for U.S. Exporters


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Foreign Motor Vehicle Import Requirements

The Compilation of Foreign Motor Vehicle Import Requirements is designed to provide motor vehicle exporters with market data and worldwide automotive import restrictions for the major automotive markets around the world.

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U.S. Motor Vehicle Export Documentation

Documentation, license procedures, and assistance for exporting a vehicle.