With the first quarter of 2024 complete, Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus discusses the big five European new-car markets with special content editor Phil Curry and journalist Tom Hooker. All of Europe’s big five markets recorded new-car registration growth in the first quarter of the year. However, there were mixed monthly results, while the performance of powertrains varied across the regions. Show notes March sees new-car deliveries drop in big EU markets https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/march-sees-new-car-deliveries-drop-in-big-eu-markets/ Even deeper decline for BEVs in German new-car market https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/even-deeper-decline-for-bevs-in-german-new-car-market/ UK bucks European trend with registrations growth in March https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/uk-bucks-european-trend-with-registrations-growth-in-march/ What is the UK ZEV mandate? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/what-is-the-uk-zev-mandate/

Motor shows can provide useful insights into upcoming brands, models and technology. In this Autovista24 podcast, editor Tom Geggus and journalist Tom Hooker, consider what Europe can expect next. Show notes Has the public perception of electric vehicles changed? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/has-the-public-perception-of-electric-vehicles-changed/ Which Chinese automotive brands will succeed in Europe? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/which-chinese-automotive-brands-will-succeed-in-europe/

Is progress being made with connected and autonomous vehicle technology? In the latest Autovista24 podcast, editor Tom Geggus, special content editor Phil Curry and journalist Tom Hooker discuss the latest developments. Show notes Autovista24: Building a successful connected and autonomous platform in the UK https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/building-a-successful-connected-and-autonomous-platform-in-the-uk/ Autovista24: What is the UK Automated Vehicles Bill and how will it affect the automotive industry? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/what-is-uk-automated-vehicles-bill-industry-affect/ Autovista24: What is an autonomous vehicle? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/what-is-an-autonomous-vehicle/

The Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) returned to Switzerland this year, but was it a success? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus discusses the event with special content editor Phil Curry, and director of business development at Autovista Group (now part of J.D. Power), Christof Ruhland. Show notes Autovista24: Geneva International Motor Show gives glimpse of European automotive destiny https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/geneva-international-motor-show-glimpse-european-destiny/ Autovista24: What does GIMS Qatar mean for the Geneva International Motor Show? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/what-does-gims-qatar-mean-geneva-motor-show/

How will the automotive industry be influenced by wider economic trends in 2024? In this Autovista24 podcast, editor Tom Geggus asks Autovista Group’s chief economist, Dr Christof Engelskirchen, what can be expected this year. Show notes Webinar: Optimising the year ahead https://www.workcast.com/?cpak=1041144643954649&pak=7790775680059631&referrer=podcast Autovista24 article: https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/which-economic-trends-will-drive-the-automotive-industry-this-year/ Autovista24: LinkedIn https://uk.linkedin.com/company/autovista24 Autovista24: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/Autovista24 Autovista24: Email sign-up https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/#signup EV-volumes.com: Homepage https://www.ev-volumes.com/

Battery suppliers are a crucial part of the electric vehicle industry. But which company manufactured the greatest volume of EV batteries in 2023? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus and special content editor Phil Curry explore the numbers. Show notes Which manufacturer supplied the largest volume of EV batteries in 2023? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/which-manufacturer-supplied-the-largest-volume-ev-batteries-in-2023-podcast/ Autovista24: Who makes the most electric vehicle batteries? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/who-makes-the-most-electric-vehicle-batteries/ Autovista24: CATL drove global EV battery production in first three quarters of 2023 https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/catl-drove-global-ev-battery-production-in-first-three-quarters-2023/ CATL: CATL and JAC reach strategic cooperation to promote e-mobility https://www.catl.com/en/news/6207.html CATL: CATL and MHERO signs strategic cooperation agreement on “CATL Inside” https://www.catl.com/en/news/6203.html BYD: BYD to build a new energy passenger vehicle factory in Hungary for localised production in Europe https://www.byd.com/eu/news-list/BYD_to_Build_A_New_Energy_Passenger_Vehicle_Factory_in_Hungary_for_Localised_Production_in_Europe.html LG: LG Energy Solution to invest in promising US lithium metal battery technology startup, solidifying leadership in next-generation battery technology https://news.lgensol.com/company-news/press-releases/2368/

Artificial intelligence (AI) is taking the world by storm and the automotive sector is no exception. Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus, and special content editor Phil Curry, consider what AI means for the industry. Show notes Autovista24: CES 2024: The automotive AI journey has just begun https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/ces-2024-the-automotive-ai-journey-has-just-begun/ Autovista24: CES 2024: How concept cars unveiled new EV strategies https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/ces-2024-concept-cars-unveiled-new-ev-strategies/ Autovista24: CES 2024: Automotive software steals the limelight https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/ces-2024-automotive-software-steals-the-limelight/ Autovista24: What does artificial intelligence mean for automotive retail? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/what-does-artificial-intelligence-mean-for-automotive-retail/ Autovista24: Technology category https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/tech/

All five of Europe’s big five new-car markets ended 2023 by posting registrations growth across the year. However, each country has a story to tell, especially when it comes to battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). In this new episode of the Autovista24 podcast, editor Tom Geggus, and special content editor Phil Curry, examine the trends that played out in France, Spain, Italy, Germany and the UK. The pair also consider what last year’s events mean for 2024. Show notes Autovista24: BEV growth key for two of Europe’s biggest new-car markets in 2024 https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/bev-growth-key-for-two-europes-biggest-new-car-markets/ Autovista24: German new-car registrations plunged in December as EV bonus withdrawn early https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/german-new-car-registrations-plunged-december-ev-bonus-withdrawn-early/ Autovista24: Are battery-electric vehicles really in crisis in the UK? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/are-battery-electric-vehicles-really-in-crisis-in-the-uk/ Autovista24: New-car category https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/new-vehicles/

The Euro 7 emission standard proposals have undergone a dramatic change, and now appear very different to the targets discussed almost a year ago. Why have such bold amendments been proposed, what has been carried over from the initial plans, and how has the automotive industry reacted? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus speaks with special content editor Phil Curry about the new proposals, what they mean for the automotive industry and the environment, as well as the reasons behind the apparent U-turn. Show notes Original Euro 7 legislation text https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-14598-2022-INIT/en/pdf Updated Euro 7 legislation text https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-13084-2023-INIT/en/pdf Euro emission limits https://www.smmt.co.uk/industry-topics/emissions/testing/ What is Euro 7 and the Euro standard? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/what-is-euro7-and-the-euro-standard/ Auto industry: European Parliament Euro 7 vote improves Commission proposal, but still falls short https://www.acea.auto/press-release/auto-industry-european-parliament-euro-7-vote-improves-commission-proposal-but-still-falls-short/ Euro 7 pollution standards for cars “effectively killed off” by Spanish EU Presidency proposals https://www.transportenvironment.org/discover/euro-7-pollution-standards-for-cars-effectively-killed-off-by-spanish-eu-presidency-proposals/ How will delaying the UK ban on new petrol and diesel cars impact the market? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/how-will-delaying-uk-ban-on-petrol-diesel-cars-impact-market/ What is e-fuel? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/what-is-an-efuel/

IAA Mobility 2023 took to the streets of Munich to showcase a wide range of new concepts and technologies. Electromobility and digitalisation featured heavily in the open and accessible motor show. Returning from the event, Dr Christof Engelskirchen, chief economist at Autovista Group, and Dirk-Marco Adams, chief sales officer at Autovista Group, told Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus, all about this year’s show. Show notes IAA Mobility 2023: Mobility festival in Munich inspires and fascinates over half a million people https://www.iaa-mobility.com/en/press/press-releases/iaa-mobility-2023-mobility-festival-munich-fascinates BMW reinvents itself: The BMW Vision Neue Klasse https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0431558EN/bmw-reinvents-itself:-the-bmw-vision-neue-klasse Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class: the electric future of desire https://media.mercedes-benz.com/press-kit/70b1862a-4b4d-4a1f-b274-62b37648bbbd/article/9a63ac3a-efd8-4b6b-817c-2d22ac9eb878 Sporty, electric, emotive: Volkswagen presents the ID. GTI Concept show car https://www.volkswagen-newsroom.com/en/press-releases/sporty-electric-emotive-volkswagen-presents-the-id-gti-concept-show-car-17584 The all-new Renault Scenic E-Tech 100% electric https://www.press.renault.co.uk/en-gb/releases/3079 Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally: The first Mustang ever made to live on tarmac and play in the dirt https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/feu/en/news/2023/09/07/Ford-Mustang-Mach-E-Rally.html

To find out how current battery technology is affecting the market and what work is taking place to create new advanced power-storage units, Autovista24’s special content editor Phil Curry, spoke with Doron Myersdorf, CEO and co-founder of StoreDot. The pair discussed the current state of the EV market, the startup’s technological development, and how fast charging will boost sales in the future. Show notes StoreDot: How advances in XFC are delivering safer batteries with longer lifecycles https://www.store-dot.com/blog/how-advances-in-extreme-fast-charging-xfc-technology-are-delivering-safer-batteries-with-longer-life-cycles EV batteries maker StoreDot secures major investment from Ola Electric https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/electric-vehicle-battery-maker-secures-major-investment-from-india/ Dead EV batteries – why recycling and repurposing matter https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/why-recycling-ev-batteries-matters/ What is an EV solid-state battery? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/what-is-an-ev-solid-state-battery/

Beginning 19 June, Autovista24 will announce the winners of the inaugural Autovista Group Residual Value Awards. As the result of in-depth Autovista Group research and analysis, the pan-European awards will celebrate the models with the greatest residual values. In the run up to the exclusive announcements, Autovista Group’s Christian Schneider discussed the exciting awards with Autovista24 editor, Tom Geggus. As the project’s lead, Schneider explained how Autovista Group experts collated and calculated data from 17 European markets to identify the models with the greatest value retention. This data-defined approach makes the awards even more important for key automotive players such as carmakers and leasing companies. Show notes The Autovista Group Residual Value Awards 2023 https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/autovista-group-residual-value-awards-2023/ Autovista Group https://autovistagroup.com/ What are car residual values? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/what-residual-value/ Autovista24: Used Vehicles https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/used-vehicles/ Autovista24: Launch Reports https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/new-vehicles/launch-reports/

Battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) are making the transition from early adopters to the mass market. This means manufacturers need to consider pricing, while also ensuring residual values (RVs) are protected. Dr Christof Engelskirchen, chief economist at Autovista Group and Viktor Irle, sales director at EV-volumes.com, examine the latest market developments with Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus. The trio discuss Tesla’s pricing tactics, wider industry trends and used-car market implications. Show notes From early adopters to mass market, what is in store for used BEVs? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/what-is-in-store-for-used-bevs/ How lowering prices affects automotive electrification, brand image and residual values https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/lowering-prices-battery-electric-vehicles-brand-residual-values/ Tesla quarterly performance https://ir.tesla.com/#quarterly-disclosure EV-volumes.com https://www.ev-volumes.com/ Monthly Market Update: Residual values hold steady in April https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/mmu-residual-values-hold-steady-in-april/

Organisers of the Geneva International Motor Show are taking the brand to the Middle East, with GIMS Qatar running from 5-14 October 2023. With no main GIMS event this year, what does the new show do for the future of the brand, and what can be learnt from running the show in a different market? Phil Curry sat down with Sandro Mesquita, CEO of Genevea International Motor Show, and Denisa Spinkova, Vice President for Service Excellence , Qatar Tourism, to find out more.

Connected technology can unlock new in-vehicle capabilities, such as over-the-air (OTA) updates and features on demand (FOD), as well as wider industry benefits. But these advances are accompanied by increasing cybersecurity threats. Autovista24 deputy editor Tom Geggus discusses this double-edged sword with Shira Sarid-Hausirer, vice president of marketing for Upstream Security. Show notes Upstream’s 2023 global automotive cybersecurity report https://upstream.auto/reports/global-automotive-cybersecurity-report/ What is an automotive OTA update? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/analysis-what-is-an-over-the-air-vehicle-update/ What is FOD? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/what-is-an-automotive-feature-on-demand/ Decoding the risks and rewards of software-defined vehicles https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/decoding-risks-rewards-software-defined-vehicles/ What can the automotive industry learn from historic cybersecurity issues? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/what-can-the-automotive-industry-learn-from-historic-cybersecurity-issues/

When Tesla announced it would lower the list price of its models across the world, it caused a significant industry reaction. Autovista24 deputy editor Tom Geggus examines the potential effects with Dr Christof Engelskirchen, chief economist at Autovista Group, and Andreas Geilenbruegge, head of valuations and insights at Schwacke (part of Autovista Group). Show notes How lowering prices affects automotive electrification, brand image and residual values https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/lowering-prices-battery-electric-vehicles-brand-residual-vaules/ Tesla turns up heat on rivals with global price cuts https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-cuts-prices-electric-vehicles-us-market-2023-01-13/ Tesla to raise Shanghai output after price cuts stoke demand - memo https://www.reuters.com/technology/tesla-raise-shanghai-output-after-price-cuts-stoke-demand-memo-2023-02-01/ Ford to significantly increase production of Mustang Mach-E in 2023, reduces prices across the board https://s201.q4cdn.com/693218008/files/doc_news/2023/01/mach-e-pricing_press-release-(jan.-23-2023).pdf VW will not match Tesla price cuts for its EVs, CEO Blume says https://www.autonews.com/retail/vw-will-not-match-tesla-price-cuts-its-evs Is now the time for cautious economic optimism? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/is-now-the-time-for-cautious-economic-optimism/ Will phase-out of incentives threaten EV uptake in Germany? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/will-phase-out-ev-incentives-germany-threaten-uptake/ How fast will Asian carmakers become part of Europe’s automotive landscape? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/asian-carmakers-becoming-part-europes-automotive-landscape/

From finding a space to calculating tariffs and fishing for change, parking can be rather demanding. But connected automotive technology is simplifying this laborious task. Parkopedia’s chief operating officer, Dr Hans Puvogel, talks with Autovista24 deputy editor Tom Geggus about transforming cars into credit cards on wheels. Show notes CES 2023: Showstopping automotive technology https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/ces-2023-showstopping-automotive-technology/ Parkopedia powers new BMW in-vehicle parking payments feature https://business.parkopedia.com/press-releases/parkopedia-powers-new-bmw-in-vehicle-parking-payments-feature Skoda launches new pay to park service in Europe https://business.parkopedia.com/press-releases/%C5%A1koda-launches-new-pay-to-park-service-in-europe Parkopedia partners with Desay SV to provide parking services to Chinese automakers https://business.parkopedia.com/press-releases/parkopedia-partners-with-desay-sv-to-provide-parking-services-to-chinese-automakers Autovista24 on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/autovista24/ Autovista24 on Twitter https://twitter.com/autovista24?s=20&t=y1UTNNQozNeEjhkmpokcSw

What automotive design trends will shape the car of the future? Design dictates how vehicles look, operate and perform. Sam Livingstone, director of Car Design Research, and Autovista24 deputy editor Tom Geggus discuss the trends shaping the car of the future. Show notes Car Design Research https://cardesignresearch.com/ How important are concept cars in today’s automotive industry? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/how-important-are-concept-cars/ How are touchscreens changing interior car design? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/video-how-are-touchscreens-changing-interior-car-design/ How can carmakers attract investment? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/video-how-can-carmakers-attract-investment/ How design plays a part in residual values https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/podcast-how-design-plays-part-car-residuals/

In the last few months of 2022, the automotive industry has seen a trio of significant sustainability step changes. COP27, Fit for 55 and Euro 7 each contain the potential to transform the future of vehicles. Autovista24 deputy editor Tom Geggus and journalist Rebeka Shaid consider whether these changes will be successful. Show notes A sustainable automotive industry? Cars, climate change and COP26 https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/a-sustainable-automotive-industry-cars-climate-change-and-cop26/ COP27 reaches breakthrough agreement on new ‘loss and damage’ fund for vulnerable countries https://unfccc.int/news/cop27-reaches-breakthrough-agreement-on-new-loss-and-damage-fund-for-vulnerable-countries#:~:text=UN%20Climate%20Change%20News%2C%2020,UN%20Climate%20Change%20Executive%20Secretary Accelerating to Zero coalition launches at COP27 to drive global transition to zero-emission vehicles https://acceleratingtozero.org/accelerating-to-zero-a2z-coalition-launches-at-cop27-to-drive-global-transition-to-zero-emission-vehicles/ Car CO2 targets: No time to waste for putting conditions for zero-emissions in place, says industry https://www.acea.auto/press-release/car-co2-targets-no-time-to-waste-for-putting-conditions-for-zero-emissions-in-place-says-industry/ First ‘Fit for 55’ proposal agreed: The EU strengthens targets for CO2 emissions for new cars and vans https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2022/10/27/first-fit-for-55-proposal-agreed-the-eu-strengthens-targets-for-co2-emissions-for-new-cars-and-vans/ Infographic – Fit for 55: Why the EU is toughening CO2 emission standards for cars and vans https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/infographics/fit-for-55-emissions-cars-and-vans/ Trilogue agreement on fleet targets: The EU must now take immediate action regarding framework conditions https://www.vda.de/en/press/press-releases/2022/221027_PM_Trilogue-agreement-on-fleet-targets_The-EU-must-now-take-immediate-action-regarding-framework-conditions Brussels Playbook: Breton wants to save Das Auto https://www.politico.eu/newsletter/brussels-playbook/breton-wants-to-save-das-auto-carbon-levy-mellow-meloni/ Commission prioritises automaker profits in historic failure to reduce toxic pollution from cars and trucks https://www.transportenvironment.org/discover/eu-commission-prioritises-automaker-profits-in-historic-failure-to-reduce-toxic-pollution-from-cars-and-trucks/ Commission proposes new Euro 7 standards to reduce pollutant emissions from vehicles and improve air quality https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_22_6495 Stellantis CEO: Europe auto emissions standards a ‘diversion’ https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/stellantis-ceo-euro-7-standards-are-diversion-2022-10-25/ Euro-7 emissions standard: ‘Commission’s proposal cannot be implemented on schedule by industry, imminent cost explosion for consumers’ https://www.vda.de/en/press/press-releases/2022/221110_PM_Euro-7_emissions_standard_Commission-s-proposal-cannot-be-implemented-on-schedule-by-industry--imminent-cost-explosion-for-consumers

Building momentum of electric-vehicle (EV) adoption requires the rapid construction of charging infrastructure. Plugs are a firm favourite at present, but they are far from the only option available. Autovista24 deputy editor Tom Geggus and journalist Rebeka Shaid discuss the advancement of EV-charging infrastructure. Show notes Battery swapping or fast charging: which is the better solution? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/electric-vehicle-battery-swapping/ Power beyond the plug: alternative EV charging https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/power-beyond-the-plug-alternative-ev-charging/ How can charging infrastructure be improved to boost electric-vehicle adoption? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/how-can-charging-infrastructure-be-improved-to-boost-electric-vehicle-adoption/ How is policy shaping Europe’s private EV-charging infrastructure? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/how-is-policy-shaping-europes-private-ev-charging-infrastructure/ How to boost private EV charging infrastructure with connected thinking https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/boost-private-electric-vehicle-charging-infrastructure/ Wireless EV charging – a gimmick or a revolution? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/wireless-electric-vehicle-charging/