Senior Editor at Forbes; Automotive Industry Journalist; Expert in Electric Vehicles & Mobility Trends

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Alan Ohnsman Biography

Alan Ohnsman is veteran journalist tracking technology-driven changes in transportation and sustainability. He is a senior editor at Forbes, where he leads coverage of the automotive industry with a focus on electric vehicles, autonomous technology, and the evolving mobility sector. Ohnsman reports on the business and technological forces reshaping transportation, providing analysis and features that inform industry professionals and the broader public about changes in global mobility.

Ohnsman maintains a consistent presence at major industry events, moderating panels, conducting live interviews with CEOs and innovators, and offering commentary on breaking developments. He is recognized for distilling complex technical and business topics into accessible narratives, contributing to conferences and media appearances. Through his work, Ohnsman connects advancements in the automotive industry with audiences seeking to understand their implications.

While specific awards and public speaking accolades are not detailed in available sources, Ohnsman's editorial leadership and participation in industry forums demonstrate his expertise as a communicator. His reporting covers challenges faced by automakers and technology companies, including supply chain disruptions, regulatory issues, and the transition to electrification, as well as the innovation driving the sector. Ohnsman's work reflects a career dedicated to clarifying the present and exploring the future of mobility, establishing his role in automotive journalism.

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Alan Ohnsman Videos

Analysis of Tesla Self-Driving Safety | Alan Ohnsman

Analysis of Tesla Self-Driving Safety | Alan Ohnsman

Elon Musk keeps hyping the AI-enabled software, and getting more people to buy it is key to his massive new pay package. But in a recent test, it...

Interview on Musk and Trump Relations | Alan Ohnsman

Interview on Musk and Trump Relations | Alan Ohnsman

The House passed President Donald Trump’s “big beautiful bill” in a narrow vote last week. The  legislation – which is over 1,000 pages...

Discussion on Tesla Robotaxi Rollout | Alan Ohnsman

Discussion on Tesla Robotaxi Rollout | Alan Ohnsman

Forbes Senior Editor Alan Ohnsman sat down with Forbes Talks to discuss Tesla's planned rollout of robotaxis in Austin. Ohnsman centers on concerns...

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