The automotive industry did not slow down at the end of 2024, with major announcements across the globe. But what were the most important stories to break over the festive period? In a new podcast, Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus covers the major headlines.

Did Tesla or BYD sell the most battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) in 2024? What to know about Nissan, Honda and Mitsubishi’s merger talks. Why is the UK holding a consultation on its phase-out of pure petrol and diesel-powered cars? What agreement did Volkswagen (VW), IG Metall and the Works Council reach?

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Autovista Group’s 2025 residual value outlook

The automotive industry has seen significant changes this

This year has not been short on big automotive news. From

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Which stories made the automotive headlines in 2024?

Mixed results for major European new-car markets in October

Hybrids hit new high in German new-car market

Did carmakers push BEVs to the front of the UK new-car market in November?

Monthly Market Update: Used car residual values slump further in Europe during November

Blessing or curse: The impact of EU tariffs on BEVs made in China

Highlights from the 2024 Paris Motor Show

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Winners of the 2024 Autovista Group Residual Value Awards

Autovista Group’s 2025 residual value outlook

The Spanish used-car market has seen the supply of younger vehicles increase in recent months. In a new podcast episode, Ana Azofra, Autovista Group’s regional head of valuations for Southwest Europe and Poland, explores the trend with Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus.

Spain is recognised as having one of the oldest car parcs in Europe. However, a recent trend has seen younger models supplied into the used-car market, marking an important change for the country. But what other major trends have been observed in Spain’s used-car market, and what is forecast to happen next?

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Monthly Market Update: Car residual values descend across Europe during October

Europe’s biggest used-car markets remain strong in third quarter

No major improvement for EU new-car market in October

Blessing or curse: The impact of EU tariffs on BEVs made in China

Will the Romanian new-car market’s rollercoaster ride

Romania’s new-car market has experienced a rollercoaster ride so far this year. The first quarter saw a total of 33,228 units registered. This marked a decline of 10.1% compared to the 36,966 units recorded at the same point in 2023.

However, this decline was quickly turned around in the second quarter with a sales boom. Between April and June, Romania recorded 50,277 new car deliveries, up by 37% compared with the same period last year. This explosive growth was mainly driven by the government’s purchase incentive scheme.

Then in the third quarter, the market dropped again. A total of 32,004 new cars were sold between July and September. This equated to a drop of 13.5% from the 37,006 units registered in the third quarter of 2023. However, this dip could be temporary as the incentive programme comes back into play.

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What residual value (RV) trends are currently defining

After years of disruption, Italy’s used-car market is slowly

The latest episode of the Autovista24 Podcast explores the current shape of the Italian used-car market. Pasquetti unpacks what is happening to values, and what performance can be expected by the end of 2024 and beyond.

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Monthly Market Update: Used car RVs forecast to fall further by end of 2024

Petrol and diesel registrations drop dramatically in large European markets

This year’s Paris Motor Show had plenty of world premieres and European debuts. But what did carmakers attending the event have to say? In the latest Autovista24 podcast, journalist Tom Hooker speaks with industry leaders about their design languages.

The 90th anniversary of the Paris Motor Show attracted carmakers from across the globe. Speaking with Autovista24, industry experts gave exclusive insights into the design, technology and ambitions behind their newest vehicles.

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Highlights from the 2024 Paris Motor Show

What to look out for at the 2024 Paris Motor Show

The 90th edition of the Paris Motor Show is just around the corner. So which models and innovations will be unveiled? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus and journalist Tom Hooker discuss what to expect in the latest Autovista24 podcast.

Spread across six halls of the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, this year’s Paris Motor Show will play host a range of carmakers, from local European brands to emerging companies from Asia. New models, concepts and technologies will be on display, so what has the Autovista24 team excited?

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What to look out for at the 2024 Paris Motor Show

Definitive tariffs on BEVs made in China approved in EU vote

Blessing or curse: The impact of EU tariffs on BEVs made in China

New-car registrations in the EU fell sharply in August. Meanwhile, the region's automotive industry highlighted concerns about upcoming emissions targets. Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus discusses this with journalist Tom Hooker and special content editor Phil Curry in a new podcast.

With its latest registrations figures and statements, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), has raised some big red flags. But was last month’s delivery decline a real cause for concern, and could emerging trends impact new regulations moving forward

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EU new-car market suffers worst performance in over two years

Big declines for BEVs in EU new-car markets

German new-car market slumps into worrying decline in August

Germany is home to one of the largest used-car markets in

The German new-car market has endured a turbulent 2024 so far. This has been mainly driven by a BEV decline, particularly in August. But how is the powertrain performing in the country’s used-car market?

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Monthly Market Update: BEVs record another used-car market low in August

German new-car market slumps into worrying decline in August

As new-car registrations fluctuate across Europe’s big

France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK all recorded used-car market growth in the second quarter of the year. These improvements have built on strong performances in the first three months of the year. This means all markets are up in the first half of the year when compared to the same period in 2023.

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How have Europe’s largest used-car markets performed in the first half of 2024?

How are growing used-car markets in Europe affecting the wider industry?

Positive start to 2024 for major European used-car markets

June caps a poor quarter for new-car registrations in EU