Sam Abuelsamid is a principal analyst leading Guidehouse Insights' E-Mobility Research Service with a focus on transportation electrification, automated driving and mobility services. Abuelsamid works with clients to help them understand emerging technology trends and shape strategies. He regularly contributes to Autonomous Vehicle Engineering, Forbes and One Zero and co-hosts the Wheel Bearings podcast. Abuelsamid was trained as a mechanical engineer and worked in the automotive industry for more than two decades, developing advanced electronic control systems and embedded software.