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

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). …

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

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). …

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. …

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. …

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. …

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

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 …

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. …

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. …

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. …

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. …

Governments at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) agreed to delay the planned adoption of the Net-Zero Framework (NZF) for one year in a vote at the Extraordinary Session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC E. …

China's No. 1 automaker BYD considers Spain to be its top candidate for a third car factory to serve the European market, two people briefed on the matter told Reuters, as the company seeks to grow sales on the continent. …

Slack car demand and new competitors like China’s BYD could force Europe’s automakers to shed as many as eight factories as the industry moves through a painful reset, according to consultancy AlixPartners. …

The Trump administration’s weaponisation of trade and shipping reached a new level on Friday, with Washington threatening to sanction nations that vote in favour of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) upcoming Net Zero Framew …