Frankfurt am Main – The EU Commission has responded to the difficult situation in the automotive industry with a comprehensive package. The proposal contains many elements that IG Metall has called for and suggested in recent months. The revision of the CO2 regulation combines flexibility in the forms of propulsion with maintaining the climate targets.… Continue reading IG Metall: EU Commission with the right proposals, industry now has a duty
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IG Metall on the establishment of the pension commission
Christiane Benner, first chairwoman of IG Metall, comments on the establishment of the pension commission December 17, 202517. 12, 2025 Christiane Benner, first chairwoman of IG Metall, comments on the establishment of the pension commission: “The pension commission set up today is faced with major tasks: to unite and be united where there is still… Continue reading IG Metall on the establishment of the pension commission
IG Metall to extend the period of receipt of short-time work benefits
Christiane Benner, First Chairwoman of IG Metall, on the extension of the duration of the short-time working allowance: December 17, 202517. 12, 2025 “In short and sweet – short-time work benefits are coming. This creates security for our colleagues in uncertain times. We very much welcome this important bridge over economic downturns. Many people in… Continue reading IG Metall to extend the period of receipt of short-time work benefits
IG Metall on the EU Commission’s plans
“There is a clear idea on the table as to how things should continue from 2035. Everything that follows now must secure jobs and strengthen industrial structures, especially among suppliers. The automotive industry has long complained that the 2035 target is a brake. Now that this brake has been released, we must move forward at… Continue reading IG Metall on the EU Commission’s plans
November 2025 new car pre-registration figures
SMMT released figures for November pre-registrations in the UK new car market. The data shows the number of cars disposed of by vehicle manufacturers in November 2025 that were defined as pre-registrations. The Supply of New Cars Order 2000 requires motor manufacturers to publish the number of pre-registered cars supplied and the gross income received… Continue reading November 2025 new car pre-registration figures
SMMT statement on South Korea free trade deal
SMMT statement on South Korea free trade deal Agreement of an upgraded UK-South Korea FTA is great news and something for which the industry has long called. South Korea remains a crucial market for UK automotive exports, with South Korean car marques being some of the most popular in Britain so there is great potential… Continue reading SMMT statement on South Korea free trade deal
Commercial vehicle registrations – November 2025
Statistical data > Enrollments Publication period: 15 December 2025 Data reference period: November 2025 UNRAE communicates the estimate of registrations of commercial vehicles (trucks with gross vehicle weight up to 3.5 t) To view the content is necessary accept the installation of Calameo Cookies TAGS: 2025, Italy, commercial vehicles, registrations, trucks, November Go to Source
Time to build confidence in self-driving vehicles
Self-driving vehicles offer immense potential to improve road safety, transport accessibility and drive new jobs and growth – but it is vital that everyone is on board with this cutting-edge technology. 2026 is set to see automated passenger services piloted on UK roads and government’s new call for evidence to shape a regulatory framework is a welcome… Continue reading Time to build confidence in self-driving vehicles
Future pact for care: “New and solidarity-based paths were missed”
“The big hit has not happened. Unfortunately, the working group has failed to take new and truly solidarity-based paths. With the proposals presented, care continues to be a private and poverty risk for many. It must therefore be clear: these proposals cannot simply become law, but require comprehensive participation by those affected. Higher thresholds for… Continue reading Future pact for care: “New and solidarity-based paths were missed”
FirstGroup acquires sightseeing bus operations
FirstGroup has completed the acquisition of RATP Dev’s sightseeing operations in London and Bath. Currently operating under the brand Tootbus, the acquisition will strengthen FirstGroup’s presence across London and the south-west of England. While the operations are primarily a sightseeing business, with a fleet of 63 buses – 42 in London and 21 in Bath – and about 190… Continue reading FirstGroup acquires sightseeing bus operations