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The annual ECG-The European Association of Vehicle Logistics -report on the Top Ports in Europe for Cars has been released, and shows the ranking of the top 40 players in the sector. …

The ECG Health & Safety Working Group brought together industry professionals on 2 July for a webinar presenting the findings of the 2025 Incident Report, offering members the opportunity to review the latest safety …

At the ECG AI-Day in Karlsruhe on June 24, 2026, technology took centre stage. Yet, participants agreed that humans will always play a crucial role. …

The shortage of professional drivers is a major challenge for Turkish operators. But targeted cooperation between industry and government is opening the profession to new talent. …

Volkswagen may need to cut about 50,000 extra jobs to keep up with ‌rivals in an increasingly fierce car market, its CEO told staff in an internal memo, effectively confirming for the first time that the automaker is looking to reduce up …

On 17 July 2026, the European Commission will unveil a comprehensive proposal to revise the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS), aligning the carbon market with the Union's 2040 climate target and industry competitiveness objectives. …

President Donald Trump on Monday said the U.S. …

Volkswagen Group is weighing a strategic reversal: building vehicles designed for China at underused German factories, a move that could preserve jobs but upends the automaker’s regional product strategy. …

We are pleased to welcome EONIQ as a new ECG Partner!EONIQ: AI-native Transport Management for Finished Vehicle Logistics …

A new Ro-Ro freight line between Trabzon and Russia’s Black Sea port of Novorossiysk launched on July 12, operated by international logistics firm Geo Grand Line Global. …

The security situation in the Strait of Hormuz has deteriorated sharply after a 7,000 teu container vessel operated by Global Feeder Shipping was attacked over the weekend and caught fire, triggering a new round of US and Iranian strikes …

We are pleased to welcome Car4you Logistics as a new ECG Member! …

The ‘positive’ impact of the EU’s EV tariffs:Made-in-China cars dropped to 17% of BEV sales (Q1 2026, EU) down from a peak of 22% in 2024 (activation of EV tariffs). Volumes have stabilised around 350k units. …

According to data from the Chinese Manufacturers’ Association (CAAM), 58.5% of all new car sales in June were battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), and fuel cell vehicles. …

 Volkswagen Group plans to drastically cut its model lineup and further pare back capacity, as Europe’s largest automaker considers a far-reaching overhaul that sources say could cost around 100,000 jobs. …

Global demand for electric vehicles rose ​for a fourth straight ‌month in June, driven by strong growth in Europe as sales ​weakened in China and North ​America, data from consultancy Benchmark ⁠Mineral Intelligence showed on ​Friday. …

The cheapest way to ship a car from China to Europe depends entirely on how many units you're moving — and most dealers only discover the wrong answer after they've paid for it. …

In May, General Motors (GM.N), opens new tab marked a rare milestone for a foreign automaker in China, selling more than 10,000 of its new Buick Electra E7 in the first month. …

The European Parliament has voted through its negotiating position on the EU’s Military Mobility Regulation, clearing the way for trilogue talks with the Council to begin next week. …

We are pleased to welcome Trans Daro Expres as a new ECG Member! …

Commercial shipping around the Strait of Hormuz has been pushed back into crisis mode after three vessel attacks in 24 hours triggered major US strikes on Iran and a sharp escalation across the Gulf. …

Commercial shipping around the Strait of Hormuz has been given another reminder that the waterway is open, but far from normal. …

For Torello, driver shortage is not only a labour market issue. It is also a question of bureaucracy, certification and integration, especially for drivers from outside the EU. The company can identify, recruit and train drivers. …