The UK Government’s £300bn post-virus stimulus package announced this week omitted automotive-specific measures. Just a matter of weeks ago, it seemed that the final touches …
Automotive retailing post Covid-19 July 10, 2020 Verdict Staff Public transport risk may drive private vehicle popularity
A survey of 2,000 Brits conducted by insurer Green Flag has revealed that 32% said they are considering getting a private car in the wake …
Cancellation of Geneva Motor Show 2021 raises questions for trade shows
Switzerland’s largest public event has been cancelled for the second year in succession, with the next Geneva International Motor Show pencilled in for 2022. The …
Value and future prospects drive Volkswagen interest in Europcar
Volkswagen Group is said to be interested in acquiring French car rental firm Europcar. Why would VW be interested in such a buy? The answer …
PSA-FCA’s proposed merger under threat with no clear pathway
On 17th June the European Commission (EC) announced it was opening an in-depth investigation into the proposed PSA-FCA merger due to concerns over the merged …
Spain launches scrappage scheme to stimulate auto recovery
Spain’s government has announced a EUR3.75bn plan to support the country’s automotive industry, which has taken a battering in the wake of the global COVID-19 …
May’s global sales a hopeful signal that the market’s past the worst
Data compiled by GlobalData shows that global light vehicle sales fell 33.8% in May to 4.9m from 7.5m a year ago. This is an improvement …
Doubts over the UK introducing a scrappage scheme emerge
Today it’s been reported in the Financial Times that UK government sources believe a scrappage scheme to boost vehicle sales is unlikely. At the weekend …
ECJ on the “cascade reference” – The return of the withdrawal joker?
In the end of March 2020, the Court of Justice of the European Union (“ECJ”) ruled that a so-called “cascade reference” (Kaskadenverweis) does not meet …
Glimmer of hope as Europe’s early epicentre markets record May results
There is a glimmer of hope in the wake of the coronavirus crisis, as Europe’s early epicentre markets record May results that exceed expectations. Industry …
