While Europe still grapples with the health, social and economic impacts of the coronavirus, and EU automobile manufacturers battle for survival, the second round of negotiations on the future relationship between the United Kingdom and the European Union took place last week. This is not something we can overlook, because a no-deal Brexit at the… Continue reading News – Even if we manage to overcome COVID-19, a no-deal Brexit might be the next threat to the auto sector
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News – EU auto industry actions to fight COVID-19
Automobile manufacturers right across Europe have been playing a key role in the fight against COVID-19, using their resources to manufacture much-needed medical equipment, making employees available, as well as donating vehicles, supplies and money. The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has made an overview of some of the key actions undertaken by its members… Continue reading News – EU auto industry actions to fight COVID-19
Press Releases – Motor vehicle taxation brings in €440.4 billion for governments in major European markets
Brussels, 28 April 2020 – New data shows that motor vehicles generate more than €440 billion in taxation for national governments in the major EU markets plus the UK, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) reports. Motor tax revenues collected by governments have increased by almost 3% compared to the previous year, and the grand… Continue reading Press Releases – Motor vehicle taxation brings in €440.4 billion for governments in major European markets
Publications – ACEA Tax Guide 2020
The 2020 edition of the ACEA Tax Guide presents a comprehensive overview of specific taxes that are levied on motor vehicles in Europe, as well as in other major markets around the world. Counting almost 320 pages, this is the most complete edition to date, which makes it an indispensable tool for anyone interested in… Continue reading Publications – ACEA Tax Guide 2020
Press Releases – Commercial vehicle registrations: -23.2% first quarter of 2020; -47.3% in March
Brussels, 24 April 2020 – In March 2020, demand for new commercial vehicles fell by 47.3% across the EU, as measures to prevent the spread of the coronavirus lead to the closure of dealerships. Total new commercial vehicles In March 2020, demand for new commercial vehicles fell by 47.3% across the EU, as measures to… Continue reading Press Releases – Commercial vehicle registrations: -23.2% first quarter of 2020; -47.3% in March
News – COVID-19 crisis: 23 CEOs and Presidents call for a strong Europe
Michael Manley, President of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), joined other CEOs and Presidents of major European companies and industry federations to address EU heads of state and government about how to overcome the COVID-19 crisis. The joint statement can be found here. “Recovering from the crisis, only European solutions can work, putting the… Continue reading News – COVID-19 crisis: 23 CEOs and Presidents call for a strong Europe
Vehicle ownership in the UK surpasses 40 million, with many still on the roads supporting nationwide coronavirus response
New data reveals record 40.4 million cars, vans, trucks and buses now registered for use in Britain. Van ownership up 2.7% to 4.5 million as UK sees highest number of HGVs in action for 30 years – vehicles now working to keep essential supply chains, emergency services and key workers moving. CO2 emissions from UK’s… Continue reading Vehicle ownership in the UK surpasses 40 million, with many still on the roads supporting nationwide coronavirus response
Press Releases – Fuel types of new buses: diesel 85%, hybrid 4.8%, electric 4%, alternative fuels 6.2% share in 2019
Brussels, 21 April 2020 – Last year, 85.0% of all new medium and heavy buses (over 3.5 tonnes) registered in the European Union were fuelled by diesel, while the market share of petrol in this segment was close to zero. All alternatively-powered vehicles (APV) combined accounted for 15.0% of the EU bus market in 2019,… Continue reading Press Releases – Fuel types of new buses: diesel 85%, hybrid 4.8%, electric 4%, alternative fuels 6.2% share in 2019
Press Releases – Passenger car registrations: -25.6% first quarter of 2020; -55.1% in March
Brussels, 17 April 2020 – In March 2020, the EU passenger car market recorded a dramatic drop (-55.1%) in registrations of new vehicles as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. In March 2020, the EU passenger car market recorded a dramatic drop (-55.1%) in registrations of new vehicles as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak.… Continue reading Press Releases – Passenger car registrations: -25.6% first quarter of 2020; -55.1% in March
Press Releases – Corona crisis: Guidelines for re-launch of EU auto industry
Brussels, 16 April 2020 – As Europe is grappling with the health, social and economic impacts of COVID-19, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has set out four guiding principles for a successful re-launch of the auto industry, which will be vital to the wider economic recovery of the continent. “It is in Europe’s interest… Continue reading Press Releases – Corona crisis: Guidelines for re-launch of EU auto industry