Short-Term, Subscription, or Shared? The New Era of Private Cars | Interview with Michael Higgins

Michael Higgins is the co-founder of Loopit, the leading multi-mobility platform enabling rental, leasing, and car subscription solutions for OEMs, dealerships, and fleet operators. With a background in automotive technology and mobility innovation, Michael is passionate about reshaping how businesses and consumers access vehicles in an evolving transport landscape.What you’ll learnHow Car Ownership is Changing – The shift from traditional ownership to flexible access models like subscriptions, rentals, and short-term leases.Why Flexibility Matters – How economic uncertainty and changing consumer preferences are driving demand for alternatives to long-term car commitments.The Blurring of Mobility Options – How leasing, renting, and car subscriptions are merging into a seamless vehicle access ecosystem.Lessons from Other Subscription-Based Industries – What mobility providers can learn from streaming services and other flexible subscription models.The Future of Car Access – Predictions on how automakers, mobility companies, and consumers will shape the future of private car ownership.