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Chinese carmakers posted their best month ever in Europe, roaring past previous highs in September on surging demand for battery-powered and hybrid-electric models. …

While the political dispute that has led to the prohibition of Nexperia chip exports from China remains unresolved, the situation becomes more critical daily for global automotive manufacturing. …

In light of this month’s surprise move by member states to put the Net-Zero Framework (NZF) on ice, the world’s leading shipping organisations have reaffirmed their support to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as the global r …

This recent momentum has been somewhat driven by the launch of new models, with September alone posting a strong 10% increase. …

The Netherlands’ decision to take control of chipmaker Nexperia in September was due to fears the company’s former CEO was already dismantling the company’s European operations and moving production to China, four sources familiar with t …

The trade dispute between China and the Netherlands over Dutch chipmaker Nexperia that is threatening to disrupt production in the automotive sector needs a quick diplomatic solution as industry alone cannot resolve it, a member of Volks …

UK car production fell -27.1% in September, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). …

The European Commission signalled on Wednesday that it is open to renegotiate the global net-zero shipping deal after the United States blocked it last week at the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). …

Transporting cars across Europe’s roads, railways and sea routes now costs significantly more than just a few years ago. …

In a letter to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, the chemical industry, represented by CEFIC, warns that mandatory zero-emission vehicle quotas risk undermining safety and feasibility for hazardous and sensitive goods. …

A Volkswagen executive said the automaker has secured access to semiconductors from an alternative supplier to avert potential production disruptions from China’s ban on exports of semiconductors produced by Nexperia. …

German auto giant Volkswagen on Wednesday warned of temporary production outages citing China's export restrictions on semiconductors made by Nexperia. …

MEPs backed a review of EU driving licence rules introducing provisions on novice drivers, a digital licence, and driving disqualification. …

IRU welcomes the European Parliament’s final approval of the modernised EU driving licence rules. …

France and Spain have reaffirmed their commitment to the EU’s 2035 zero-emission target for new cars, rejecting calls from Germany, Italy and manufacturers to delay or dilute the phase-out of combustion engines. …

Responding to the statement made by France and Spain during the Environment Council earlier this week, ACEA cautions that the proposed policy approach falls short of providing the lasting and impactful solutions the EU needs to bring tog …

In November this year, Delegated Directive (EU) 2025/1801 will come into effect, introducing a unified checklist, a new classification of risk violations, and expanding the scope of responsibility across the entire logistics chain. …

Germany’s transport ministry (BMV) aims to ramp up the sluggish demand for electric mobility by 2030 with a draft master plan for charging infrastructure. …

French Customs has postponed the mandatory use of the Smart Border’s digital envelope system to early 2026 but hauliers moving goods from the UK to France must already file new ICS2 entry declarations before reaching the port. …

Global automakers are scouring the globe for crucial rare earths ahead of looming Chinese export controls, with executives worried they could lead to parts shortages and plant closures. …