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IG Metall on the Autodialogue: Politics must now go on the offensive

Christiane Benner, First Chairwoman of IG Metall on today’s auto dialogue in the Chancellery: “Today we reached a common understanding and made agreements. It was important that politicians listened, especially to the works councils, who made their concerns about local employment very clear. This summit sends a clear message: We want and need a strong,… Continue reading IG Metall on the Autodialogue: Politics must now go on the offensive

Industry alone cannot deliver change on all fronts

At the start of the week, SMMT published its latest registration data for new light commercial vehicles with 47,418 vans, pickups and 4x4s joining UK roads in September. That volume is slightly down on last year, by -2.1% but in the longer term view, it’s the best September total in four years and above pre-pandemic… Continue reading Industry alone cannot deliver change on all fronts

Five minutes with… Todd Anderson, CTO, PHINIA

With regards to decarbonisation, what is the best route for the industry? We’re aware that there is a climate crisis; it requires action, and a transformation of our energy system is needed. For us to achieve our global decarbonisation goals, we require the best of every technology in the application it is most suited for.… Continue reading Five minutes with… Todd Anderson, CTO, PHINIA

eFreight 2030: How the scheme is helping operators switch to electric HGVs

The eFreight 2030 project seeks to transform the HGV fleet renewal in the UK, encouraging a widescale switch from diesel to electric power across the sector as the need to decarbonise grows in the coming years.  Set up by charging infrastructure specialist Voltempo, eFreight 2030 aims to help introduce up to 100 electric HGVs and 32… Continue reading eFreight 2030: How the scheme is helping operators switch to electric HGVs

Farizon partners with ChargePoint and Hypervolt

Farizon, the brand behind the new electric SV van, has partnered with two of the UK’s leading charger providers to make charging easier for fleet and retail customers. The new agreements will see ChargePoint become Farizon’s preferred provider of commercial charging solutions for larger business and fleet customers, while Hypervolt becomes the recommended wall box… Continue reading Farizon partners with ChargePoint and Hypervolt

Electra launches two new eCargo platforms

Electra has launched new 7.5-tonne and 9.2-tonne eCargo platforms, expanding its electric line-up below the proven 12-tonne model. The new platforms feature full-size cabs, ensuring enhanced ergonomics, more space, and greater comfort for both drivers and crews, making them suited to urban stop/start operations, municipal collections, and a wide range of commercial applications. This builds… Continue reading Electra launches two new eCargo platforms

SMMT International Update October 2025

Significant milestone for UK trade Frances Woodman, International Manager, shares about upcoming activities for the October edition of the SMMT International Update. Last month, SMMT’s annual Trade Report marked a significant milestone – five years since Brexit – with the UK automotive sector having demonstrated remarkable resilience, boasting £115 billion in trade in 2024. The latest updates… Continue reading SMMT International Update October 2025

EU wants to tighten Stahl-Zölle: Signs for unfair trade-good news for employees

Frankfurt am Main-The EU Commission today presented stricter trade protection instruments to support the European steel industry. IG Metall welcomes the plans as a big step in the right direction. In order to secure the jobs sustainably, in addition to a robust trade policy, additional industrial policy impulses are needed, the union warns. “With the… Continue reading EU wants to tighten Stahl-Zölle: Signs for unfair trade-good news for employees

New van demand dips slightly in September but best month ever for EV uptake

UK new LCV market falls slightly by -2.1% in September, with 47,418 units registered. Electric van uptake surges by 41.1% to deliver best ever month for volume uptake, while taking 8.9% market share. YTD EV demand up by half (55.9%) but still falling short of year’s 16% market share target. Data download UK deliveries of… Continue reading New van demand dips slightly in September but best month ever for EV uptake