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To provide a common platform for the finished vehicle logistics industry in Europe through:

  • Information & Awareness
  • Education
  • Networking & Integration
  • Lobbying & Representation
  • Standardisation

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EU automakers welcome improved market access under EU-Australia FTA

ACEA - 2026-03-24

The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) welcomes the conclusion of negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) between the European Union and Australia. …

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Rising diesel prices push operators towards LNG and electric trucks

trans.info - 2026-03-23

Sharply rising fuel prices as a result of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are placing a significant burden on the transport industry. …

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Why green steel suddenly matters more for European automakers

Automotive News Europe - 2026-03-23

Green steel made with sustainable or low-emission energy could play a starring role in the next decade in Europe, helping automakers offset tailpipe emissions that will allow them to sell internal combustion engine cars after a 2035 dead …

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Trump’s EU envoy urges swift approval of trade deal

POLITICO - 2026-03-23

America’s ambassador to the EU called on the European Parliament to back the trade deal struck with President Donald Trump, arguing it would unlock deeper transatlantic cooperation on energy, tech and AI. …

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Volkswagen CEO tells newspaper German carmakers should look to Chinese planning

Reuters - 2026-03-22

Germany's car industry could learn from China's disciplined industrial ​planning, Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume ‌said in an interview released on Sunday, as the automaker pushes ahead with ​deep restructuring to stay ​competitive. …

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Fuel prices continue to climb

IRU - 2026-03-20

This week saw less volatility in Brent, which is nonetheless slowly reaching record highs, staying above USD 100 since Monday 16 March. …

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EV slowdown drives hybrid shift as Stellantis, Ford, GM and Honda reset automotive logistics

Automotive Logistics - 2026-03-19

The global shift to electric vehicles is entering a more complicated phase, with EV demand and production misaligning. …

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EU, Australia set to conclude trade talks early next week

POLITICO - 2026-03-18

The European Union and Australia are expected to conclude talks on a long-awaited trade deal early next week, with Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday announcing she would visit from March 23-25.  …

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Europe sales rose 2% in February; Stellantis, Tesla, Chinese brands post gains

Automotive News Europe - 2026-03-18

New-car sales in Europe were up 1.9 percent in February compared with the same month in 2025, according to market analyst Dataforce, with Stellantis gaining 11 percent as CEO Antonio Filosa tries to turn around the troubled automaker. …

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Chinese automakers nearly double Europe market share to 8% in February as PHEVs drive growth

Automotive News Europe - 2026-03-18

China’s automakers in February nearly doubled their vehicle their European sales, which surged 94 percent to 78,962 and captured an 8 percent market share — led by demand for plug-in hybrids from BYD and Chery, as well as battery-electri …

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