The development of the digital economy and mobile connectivity has given rise to new technologies and business models that cater to what we see as strong underlying demand for low-cost, convenient and efficient mobility solutions. Within this industry, electric vehicle (EV) technology stands out as a key driver of shared and autonomous mobility solutions. However, there are challenges facing fledgling venture-backed startups within this space, primarily due to incumbents' significant advantages, which are detailed within our latest research spotlight: Electric Vehicles. This spotlight is pulled from our 2Q 2019 Emerging Tech Research: Mobility Tech report. It provides a segment overview, market map, investor list and commentary from our analyst on the outlook, opportunities and considerations for the industry.