What can be expected from the much-anticipated Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA)? Plus, an exclusive report from the Commercial Fleets Summit. Tom Geggus, Autovista24 editor, presents the Automotive Update podcast.

This episode takes a look at the recently unveiled IAA and what it could mean for the European automotive industry. Also, Autovista24 journalist Tom Hooker dials in from the Commercial Fleets Summit, hosted in Brussels.

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Europe’s Auto Forecast 2026: Technology, Policy, and EV Adoption

How did Europe’s biggest used-car markets perform in 2025? Is a slow start to the EU’s new-car registrations cause for concern? Plus, an important autonomous vehicle partnership takes shape. Autovista24 special content editor Phil Curry presents The Automotive Update podcast.

In this latest episode, a look at the biggest used and new-car markets across Europe. Also, an expert-led overview of the new award-winning Mercedes-Benz CLA. Plus, news on a delay to the EU’s Industrial Accelerator Act.

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How did Europe’s major used-car markets perform in 2025?

Should a slow start for the EU’s new-car market cause concern in 2026?

BYD enjoys growth amid declining new-car sales in the EU

Award-winning Mercedes-Benz CLA impresses with range

Delay to crucial new policy announcement 

Wayve closer to UK robotaxi launch

What is happening in China’s electric vehicle (EV) market? How much is Uber investing in autonomous vehicle charging hubs? Can Europe build its own EV batteries? Tom Geggus, Autovista24 editor, discusses these points in The Automotive Update podcast.

In this episode, Autovista24 analyses China’s slowing EV market and reveals the best-selling models in the country. Plus, how has Tesla avoided suspension of its dealer and manufacturer licence in the US?

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Which EVs came out on top in China’s slowing market?

What was the best-selling EV brand in China in 2025?

What was Europe’s best-selling new EV in 2025?

Which brand dominated the European EV market in 2025?

The world’s best-selling new BEVs and PHEVs of 2025

Which brand sold the most EVs in 2025?

⁠Europe’s Auto Forecast 2026: Technology, Policy, and EV Adoption

How did global and European electric vehicle (EV) markets perform in 2025? Which brands sold the most EVs? How has one model navigated EU countervailing duties? Tom Geggus, Autovista24 editor, answers these questions in The Automotive Update podcast.

In this episode, Autovista24 analyses the global and European EV markets and examines the best-selling brands by plug-in volumes. Plus, a look at the latest twist in automotive trade talks between Europe and China.

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Which brand sold the most EVs in 2025?

Which brand dominated the European EV market in 2025?

Launch Report: BMW iX3 brings the Neue Klasse platform to the road

Europe’s Auto Forecast 2026: Technology, Policy, and EV Adoption

Which carmakers are considering partnerships? What are the fastest-selling used cars across Europe? How might the EU's automotive package impact battery-electric vehicle (BEV) sales? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus reveals all in The Automotive Update podcast.

In this episode, an update on a potential partnership between major automotive manufacturers. Plus, a look at how used-car markets performed across European countries during January. Finally, what are the latest views on the EU’s automotive package?

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Monthly Market Update: Which used cars are selling quickly across Europe?

Europe’s auto forecast 2026: Technology, policy, and EV adoption

Automotive package proposes new internal-combustion engine sales after 2035

Which powertrain helped grow the EU’s new-car market last year? How has the automotive industry reacted to a major new international trade deal? Plus, Tesla halts production of two models. Autovista24 special content editor Phil Curry analyses the biggest stories in The Automotive Update podcast.

 In the latest episode, a look into which powertrains soared, and which ones stalled in the EU new-car market last year. Also, details of a major new trade deal between the EU and India. Plus, are electric vehicle (EV) sales in Spain on shaky ground?

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EV sales help foster EU growth in 2025

Problems for Spain’s new EV incentive framework?

EU carmakers upbeat about India trade deal

Tesla to pivot towards AI and scrap two models

Chinese EV maker Chery to enter UK

Do minimum import prices signal the end of EU tariffs for automotive imports? What is the potential impact on regional competition? Plus, which new small models are making waves in the European battery-electric vehicle (BEV) market? Autovista24 journalist Tom Hooker investigates in The Automotive Update podcast.

In this week’s episode, the EU and China appear to have made a breakthrough in trade negotiations. But what exactly are the pieces of this complex jigsaw? Could it shake up tariffs on BEVs entering the bloc? Also, a wider look at the European EV market, featuring the rise of two all-electric vehicles.

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What is a tariff?

Could minimum import prices shake up EU BEV tariffs?

What were the standout premieres at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show? Which model won the Car of the Year award? Autovista24 journalist Tom Hooker explores the show’s highlights with editor Tom Geggus in The Automotive Update podcast.

Many new models premiered at the Brussels Motor Show. Meanwhile, one of the automotive industry’s biggest accolades went to a historic carmaker. Additionally, Autovista24 explores the show's importance for Belgium’s new-car market.

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Inside the record-breaking Brussels Motor Show 2026

⁠Key highlights from the Brussels Motor Show 2026⁠

Can the Brussels Motor Show remain a sales-focused event?

What is the used car residual value outlook for 2026?

Which carmakers and technology companies are betting big on artificial intelligence (AI), and how do they plan to use it? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus picks out key talking points from this year’s CES in The Automotive Update podcast.

Major automotive companies are integrating AI into their vehicles. This means technology companies such as Nvidia are becoming integral partners in this seismic industry shift. However, they are not alone, as automotive suppliers are looking to keep up.

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2026 residual value outlook: Regional shifts and trends

What were the major takeaways from the European Commission’s automotive package? How has the industry reacted to further vehicle emissions flexibility in the EU? Plus, are global electric vehicle (EV) sales increasing, or has momentum slowed? Autovista24 journalist Tom Hooker presents The Automotive Update podcast.

This latest episode dives into the key announcements from the European Commission’s new automotive package.  Autovista24 explores how the various proposals, including more emissions leniency, could transform the future of car sales in the EU.  

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Automotive package proposes new internal-combustion engine sales after 2035

Commission takes action for clean and competitive automotive sector

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