Change Management Under the Hood: Automotive Industry Findings on Culture Capability, and Engagement

Published On:
June 05, 2026
Authored By:
APQC
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Automotive industry transformation is moving forward, but the survey findings show that change management support is still taking shape across the industry. The report looks at how automotive organizations approach workforce adoption, HR change capability, culture, recognition, and measurement.

The findings offer a focused view into how automotive HR leaders describe the structures and practices supporting transformation, including where change ownership, employee engagement, and capability building factor into the work.

Key Takeaways

  • Automotive organizations are actively pursuing transformation while continuing to navigate workforce adoption challenges.
  • Change management ownership and support structures vary across organizations.
  • Culture, recognition, and employee engagement remain important components of successful transformation efforts.
  • Organizations emphasize stakeholder involvement, capability building, and measurement to support change initiatives.

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