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IG Metall proposes a package for the future

After intensive discussions in the regional tariff commissions of IG Metall, it is therefore clear that the demand for fair change will be of central importance in the upcoming collective bargaining round for the metal and electrical industry. Offer to employers In order to shape change with and in the interests of the employees, good… Continue reading IG Metall proposes a package for the future

Press Releases – Commercial vehicle registrations: +2.5% full-year 2019; +5.7% in December

Brussels, 23 January 2020 – In December 2019, commercial vehicle registrations increased by 5.7% across the European Union, ending three months of decline. Total new commercial vehicles In December 2019, commercial vehicle (CV) registrations increased by 5.7% across the European Union, ending three months of decline. Demand was largely driven by the van segment, which… Continue reading Press Releases – Commercial vehicle registrations: +2.5% full-year 2019; +5.7% in December

Press Releases – Auto industry sets out plan for carbon neutrality under EU Green Deal, amid shrinking market

Brussels, 22 January 2020 – Forecasting the first downturn in EU car sales in seven years this year, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) today outlined the major challenges faced by the EU auto industry, as it embarks on the transition to carbon-neutral transport. “One of the biggest drivers of change for our sector is… Continue reading Press Releases – Auto industry sets out plan for carbon neutrality under EU Green Deal, amid shrinking market

Publications – Paving the way to carbon-neutral transport: 10-point plan to help implement the European Green Deal

The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) strongly believes that carbon-neutral road transport is possible by 2050. This, however, will represent a seismic shift, requiring a holistic approach with increasing efforts from all stakeholders. Indeed, ACEA members are fully committed to deliver the ambitious 2025 and 2030 CO2 reduction targets, but the industry needs legal certainty… Continue reading Publications – Paving the way to carbon-neutral transport: 10-point plan to help implement the European Green Deal

Press Releases – Natural and renewable gas: Joint call to accelerate the deployment of refuelling infrastructure

Brussels, 21 January 2020 – The European Biogas Association (EBA), the Natural & bio Gas Vehicle Association (NGVA Europe) and the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) are calling on EU policy makers to accelerate the deployment of infrastructure to deliver natural gas and renewable gas/biomethane across the European Union. Europe needs to trigger a successful… Continue reading Press Releases – Natural and renewable gas: Joint call to accelerate the deployment of refuelling infrastructure

The 115th anniversary of the Automobile Club of Italy in Turin

01/21/2020 The Motorists Club pays tribute to motor enthusiasts with free access to the exhibition “The history of the ACI is the history of the car”, scheduled at Mauto from 24 to 26 January. The Automobile Club of Italy turns 115 and pays homage to the city of Turin, where it was founded in 1905,… Continue reading The 115th anniversary of the Automobile Club of Italy in Turin

Grey cements position as Britain’s no1 car colour in 2019

Grey remains UK’s favourite new car colour after taking top spot for first time in 2018. 60.7% of new cars registered in grey, black or white – with a primary colour not making the podium since 20101. In 1999 blue was top of the charts, today it’s down to fourth as silver falls to its… Continue reading Grey cements position as Britain’s no1 car colour in 2019

Press Releases – Passenger car registrations: +1.2% in 2019; +21.7% in December

Brussels, 16 January 2020 – In December 2019, EU passenger car demand grew for the fourth month in a row (+21.7%), marking the highest December total on record to date. In December 2019, EU passenger car demand grew for the fourth month in a row (+21.7%), marking the highest December total on record to date.… Continue reading Press Releases – Passenger car registrations: +1.2% in 2019; +21.7% in December

Press Releases – Getting to the Green Deal: Don’t rule out alternative fuels with a track record of success

Brussels, 14 January 2020 – Vehicle manufacturers and fuel coalition call for consistency in defining alternative fuels that will drive the energy transition. The EU’s long-term energy transition goals depend not just on developing new technologies but also on alternative-fuel solutions that already reduce harmful emissions. As the EU reframes important environment and energy legislation… Continue reading Press Releases – Getting to the Green Deal: Don’t rule out alternative fuels with a track record of success