Driving not flying: How investors can capitalise

Companies that embrace the old fashioned motor car are being singled out by analysts as top stock picks amid expectations they will recover from the pandemic much faster than airports and airlines.

With the aviation industry largely crippled by COVID-19 and people fearful of using public transport because of the difficulties of social distancing on trams, trains and buses, the car has been elevated as a transport choice for commuters still heading to work, and for weekend journeys.