The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced it will adjust the UK’s Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate rules for automotive manufacturers, in response to the new US tariffs in place. Under the plans, new vans with an internal combustion engine (ICE) will be able to stay on sale until 2035, alongside full hybrid and plug-in… Continue reading Government announces adjustments to ZEV Mandate
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Further £70m for electric buses in West of England
First Bus is investing £70m in a further 160 zero emission buses in the West of England, growing the First Bus zero emission local fleet to more than 250 vehicles. In partnership with the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, an additional £20m has been secured through the latest round of the Department for Transport’s… Continue reading Further £70m for electric buses in West of England
Industrial Vehicles Registration – March 2025
Publication period: 10 April 2025 Reference period of data: March 2025 The UNRAE communicates the estimate of the registrations of industrial vehicles (with a total mass greater than 3.5T) Tag: industrial vehicles, enrollments, 2025, March Go to source
Important claims included in the coalition agreement – now it depends on quick implementation
Frankfurt am Main – The IG Metall welcomes that Central claims of IG Metall were accepted in the coalition agreement of the CDU/CSU and SPD presented yesterday and urges quick implementation. Christiane Benner, first chairwoman of IG Metall, on the automotive industry: “In view of the global political and economic situation, it is good and… Continue reading Important claims included in the coalition agreement – now it depends on quick implementation
Political resilience strategies fall short, appeal for a holistic view
Our industrial companies and employees are massively threatened by unfair trade practices in China and the USA. Whether by the Chinese control of critical raw materials, through the capacities of its steel industry, which exceeds the entire European steel demand by more than four and a half, or through the tariffs of the United States,… Continue reading Political resilience strategies fall short, appeal for a holistic view
Just working world and stable economy
The spirit of cooperation between the coalitioners is noticeable. Now it is about getting from negotiations to act. Our country needs confidence. The special fund for the infrastructure and the relaxation of the debt brake were the right way. People in the country, the employees in the companies, families in the regions, the young people… Continue reading Just working world and stable economy
Plans for the destruction of the Continental Group-employee side calls for employment security
The complete destruction of the traditional Continental group is imminent: The company is now planning to sell the industrial business of the Contitech area by the end of 2026. The Contitech (OESL) automotive business is already for sale. The automotive sector will go to the stock exchange as a spin-off on April 25, 2025 in… Continue reading Plans for the destruction of the Continental Group-employee side calls for employment security
UK demand for new vans shrinks for fourth month running
New light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations down -3.2% in March, marking fourth consecutive monthly decline. Surging demand for pick-ups ahead of double-cab tax impact, while other key segments bar small vans shrink in volume. Record monthly volume of electric uptake after 40.3% growth – but still represents just half the 16% market share that is… Continue reading UK demand for new vans shrinks for fourth month running
Best month ever for new EV registrations but market share misses mandated target
New car market rises 12.4% during plate change month as private retail buyers slowly return. Battery electric car uptake rises to highest ever volume at 69,313 units but 19.4% market share still below target set by Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate. Industry maintains call for accelerated regulatory review and government incentives to raise demand to required… Continue reading Best month ever for new EV registrations but market share misses mandated target
Avoiding a trade war must be the priority
A seismic week for the global economy with President Trump outlining his long-promised tariff policy. Starting tomorrow, the UK, like many other countries, will face a 10% tariff – the minimum levied – on most exports across the Atlantic. Whilst charged less than other major economies, it is another deeply disappointing and potentially damaging measure,… Continue reading Avoiding a trade war must be the priority