The Automotive Update by Autovista24

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The Automotive Update by Autovista24

The Automotive Update from Autovista24 takes you through the major automotive news from the past week.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    EV battery industry skills gap and European new-car market fortunes

    How does the electric vehicle (EV) battery industry overcome a skills gap? Which European markets are performing best after the first half of 2025? And are solid-state batteries finally on the way? Autovista24 special content editor Phil Curry reveals some key updates in The Automotive Update podcast. In this week’s episode, Autovista24 reports back from the Battery Cells and Systems Expo, which took place in Birmingham, UK. There is also a look at how major carmakers are aiming to roll out potentially game-changing solid-state battery technology. Finally, Chinese carmaker Chery confirms plans for a UK launch. Show notes Autovista24 Companion article EVs secure UK new-car registration growth in June Dramatic German new-car market drop despite astonishing PHEV performance French new-car market falters ahead of big changes to EV incentives Worrying times for the Italian new-car market? Spain leads European new-car markets with impressive EV growth

    11 min

  2. 4 JUL

    The future of used-car retail and new model announcements

    What is shaping the future of used-vehicle retail? Could residual values (RVs) bounce back by the end of 2025? Which model announcements were made this week? Tom Geggus, Autovista24 editor, explores these topics in The Automotive Update podcast. This week, what impact will trade tension, increased battery-electric vehicle (BEV) volumes, and artificial intelligence (AI) have on used-car retail? Did RVs stabilise in June, and what role did new-car list prices and supply have? Plus, what major new model announcements made the headlines this week? Show notes Companion article How is used-vehicle retail changing? ⁠Will AI transform the way used cars are bought and sold?⁠ Monthly Market Update: Will European residual values continue to fall in 2025?

    12 min

  3. 27 JUN

    The UK’s industrial strategy and major recalls in France

    A new industrial strategy for the UK, analysis of the Dacia Bigster, and major safety recalls. Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus highlights the latest industry news in The Automotive Update podcast. What does the future hold for the UK’s car market? How does the Dacia Bigster stack up against its rivals? What has caused a major automotive recall in France? This week’s Automotive Update answers these questions, discusses their implications, and looks at the industry reaction. Show notes Autovista24 companion article UK industrial strategy settles some automotive nerves, but challenges remain Launch Report: Dacia Bigster impresses with size and price New-vehicle sales subdued in US as tariff rush runs dry Registration growth in May not enough to bolster EU new-car market What is Autovista Group’s latest automotive market outlook?

    12 min

  4. 20 JUN

    Renault Group’s CEO search and BYD makes waves in Brazil

    Luca de Meo announces he is leaving Renault Group and BYD makes waves in Brazil with its car deliveries. Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus discusses the latest industry news in The Automotive Update podcast. Who is tipped to be the next Renault Group CEO? Why is BYD’s boatload of vehicles making waves with Brazilian industry officials? How has Norway’s EV market outperformed other European countries? Elsewhere, which carmakers are adapting their future powertrain plans? What models are facing recalls? What is the effect of US tariffs on German brands? All these questions are answered in this week’s podcast. Show notes Autovista24 companion article Norway’s trailblazing EV market continues to impress

    10 min

  5. 13 JUN

    China’s EV dominance and Germany’s double-edged electrification push

    Tesla and BYD’s global electric vehicle (EV) race, plus Germany’s electrification push boosts fleets but misses used vehicles. Autovista24 special content editor Phil Curry reveals the latest industry news in The Automotive Update podcast. In this week’s episode, a look at China’s grip on the global EV market. Also, an insight into Germany’s electrification initiatives and their potential impacts. Plus, Tesla faces legal action in France, London prepares for robotaxis, and Polestar enters one of Europe’s biggest markets. Show notes Autovista24 companion article China eclipses US in the global EV stakes Germany’s new EV push boosts fleets but leaves used car gaps Autovista24 survey

    9 min

  6. 6 JUN

    Rare earth restrictions and the European used-car landscape

    How have rare earth restrictions impacted automotive manufacturing? What happened to European used car residual values (RVs) in May? What is the German government’s latest strategy for supporting carmakers? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus breaks down the latest industry trends in The Automotive Update podcast. In this week’s episode, a look at the wider implications of recent rare earth material restrictions. Also, a deep dive into the fortunes of the European used-car market and the impact on RVs. Plus, an exploration of Germany’s new-car market performance, and what new tax breaks could mean for companies’ electrification. Show notes Autovista24 companion article Autovista24 survey Monthly Market Update: Used-car demand drops in May Can tax incentives boost the German new-car market? UK new-car market rebounds to growth in May Hybrid growth not enough to save French new-car market

    11 min

  7. 30 MAY

    China’s expanding EV market and Trump tariff challenges

    Which models and brands celebrated success in China’s booming electric vehicle (EV) market? What is the latest tariff update? Which carmakers have made model announcements? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus breaks down the industry news in The Automotive Update podcast. In this week’s episode, analysis of the expanding Chinese EV market. Also, a look at hurdles to tariffs on imports into the US. Plus, Alpine unveils its sport fastback, Skoda redraws the past, and Xiaomi announces its challenger to Tesla. Show notes Autovista24 companion article Domestic brands surge ahead in booming Chinese EV market Sensational finish to China’s EV markets in the first quarter

    11 min

  8. 23 MAY

    The newest cars and EV market gains

    The latest cars hit the road for testing, just as theEuropean electric vehicle (EV) market gains momentum. Autovista24 special content editor Phil Curry breaks down the key developments shaping the industry in The Automotive Update podcast. In this week’s episode, the latest models appearing on European roads are tested, plus the continent’s plug-in market is assessed. Elsewhere, Honda revises its EV strategyand battery production may finally end at Northvolt. Show notes Autovista24 accompanying article Autovista24 ⁠launch reports⁠ UK Motor Trade Association | Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders | SMMT

    10 min
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