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Travel by other means

KPMG’s Automotive Leader Gary Silberg explains how changes in the way Americans are traveling will have a mitigating effect on the overall decline of vehicle miles traveled.

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COVID-19 is changing how Americans travel in profound ways. From avoiding public transportation to renting RVs, Americans are exploring different options where they feel more in control of the travel experience. KPMG’s Automotive Leader Gary Silberg explains how these changes in the short run will have a mitigating effect on the overall decline of vehicle miles traveled.

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Gary Silberg

Global Head of Automotive, KPMG LLP (US)

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Matt Weiss

Industrial Manufacturing Corporate Communications Lead, KPMG US

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