The Automotive Update by Autovista24

What were the major takeaways from the European Commission’s automotive package? How has the industry reacted to further vehicle emissions flexibility in the EU? Plus, are global electric vehicle (EV) sales increasing, or has momentum slowed? Autovista24 journalist Tom Hooker presents The Automotive Update podcast. This latest episode dives into the key announcements from the European Commission’s...

What has drawn two automotive giants to collaborate on future vehicles? How are delays impacting the EU emissions target discussions? Autovista24special content editor Phil Curry discusses the week’s biggest stories in The Automotive Update podcast. In the latest episode, further details on the seismic collaboration between Renault and Ford. Also, a look at what the automotive industry wants to se...

Spain launches a new national electric vehicle (EV) incentive framework. The EU reviews tariffs on Volkswagen (VW) Group’s countervailing duties. Also, a look into Zipcar’s potential UK exit. Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus goes behind the headlines in The Automotive Update podcast. In this week’s episode, Autovista24 is joined by Autovista Group’s regional head of valuation and insights, Ana Azofra...

How will the UK’s Autumn budget impact the country’s electric vehicle (EV) industry? What can be expected from the global new-car market in 2026? Plus, the latest key EV battery production announcements. Autovista24 journalist Tom Hooker presents The Automotive Update podcast. In this week’s episode, a look at what the UK government’s budget means for drivers of EVs. Also, an expert-led webinar fo...

Which brands are driving electric vehicle (EV) sales across Europe, China and the world markets? What does the latest Nexperia development mean for carmakers? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus unpacks the news in The Automotive Update podcast. In this episode, Autovista24 considers how one carmaker has dominated global EV sales in 2025. Its figures were boosted by success in the plug-in hybrid (PHEV)...

Which European used-car markets are balanced on a knife-edge as 2025 nears its end? Why is Nissan cutting jobs? Plus, Toyota’s commitment to the US. Autovista24 journalist Tom Hooker examines all this and more in The Automotive Update podcast.   In this episode analysing the week’s automotive headlines, Autovista24 examines the growth and powertrain split of Europe’s biggest used-car markets. Plus...

How can Elon Musk ensure a record-breaking pay package? What are the results of a new consumer survey? Plus, get up to speed with the latest residual used-car value trends across Europe. Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus goes behind the week’s headlines in The Automotive Update podcast. In this latest episode, an overview of the big numbers that shaped Elon Musk’s unprecedented trillion-dollar deal. P...

What vehicles have been revealed at the Japan Mobility Show? Which companies have made autonomous announcements? Has Europe’s green transition slowed down? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus reviews the news in The Automotive Update podcast. In this episode, Autovista24 reveals the latest electric vehicle (EV) concepts from Japanese brands. Then, a look at how autonomous technology has taken steps forw...

What are the major themes from the Fleet Europe Days event? Could a new semiconductor crisis be brewing? How long did Italian electric vehicle (EV) incentive funding last? Tom Geggus, editor of Autovista24, discusses the week’s news in The Automotive Update podcast. In this episode, Autovista24 journalist Tom Hooker discusses his time at one of Europe’s biggest fleet events. Then, as the industry...

Which vehicles triumphed at this year’s Residual Value Awards? Can European used-car markets improve in 2026? Are automotive industry supply chains starting to strain? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus reviews the week’s headlines in The Automotive Update podcast. In this episode, Autovista24 reveals the 2025 Residual Value Award winners. Then, as economic pressure builds, a new webinar explored the o...

Which Chinese carmakers are excelling in the UK? What is the latest on the EU emissions targets for 2035? What upcoming events should you know about? Tom Geggus, editor of Autovista24, discusses the week’s news in The Automotive Update. In this episode, Autovista24 explores how Chinese brands are making their mark in the UK. Then, as discussions continue around the EU’s CO2 emissions plans for 203...

Which powertrain sees the greatest value depreciation across European used-car markets? What is forecast to happen with global light vehicle sales by the end of 2025? Plus, the latest cybersecurity news. Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus explores this and more in the Automotive Update podcast. In this week’s episode, a look at residual value (RV) trends in key European markets, with a focus on powertr...

How have plug-in hybrid (PHEV) sales fared in China? Is it too early to celebrate EU registrations growth? Plus, the latest news following the cyber-attack on JLR. Autovista24 special content editor Phil Curry examines the latest news in the Automotive Update podcast. In this week’s episode, a look at China’s faltering PHEV registrations, as well as Europe’s booming electric vehicle ( EV ) sector....

How can Chinese brands succeed in the European automotive market, and which carmakers made headlines this week? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus examines the latest news in this episode of the Automotive Update podcast. In this week’s episode, an inside look at Autovista Group’s latest webinar: Cracking the code: Chinese EV brands entering Europe. Plus, the brands making their mark on the region, and...

The 2025 IAA Mobility trade fair in Munich provided a glimpse of the latest models and concepts coming from carmakers. Tom Hooker, Autovista24 journalist, reviews the event with editor Tom Geggus. This year’s IAA Mobility saw a strong presence from manufacturers. They spread themselves across the Messe München and the various ‘open space’ locations in the Bavarian capital. Show notes Companion art...

What are the major trends shaping Europe’s biggest used-car markets? Can a brand’s country of origin boost the residual values (RVs) of its models? Plus, the biggest talking points ahead of this year’s IAA Mobility. Autovista24 journalist Tom Hooker examines the week’s biggest news in the latest Automotive Update podcast. Show notes Autovista24 companion article Monthly Market Update: Plotting use...

In this week’s episode, Autovista24 journalist Tom Hooker analyses Europe’s battery-electric vehicle (BEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) markets. China’s best-selling EVs are also revealed. Additionally, the outcome of the latest tariff discussions between the EU and the US. Plus, a partnership sending shockwaves through the fleet sector, and the latest EV battery news. Show notes Autovista24 companio...

How did Europe’s biggest used-car markets perform in the first half of 2025? What can be expected from Ford in 2027? Which Volkswagen (VW) models will not see their prices rise? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus delves into the week’s news in the latest Automotive Update podcast. In this week’s episode, Autovista24 special content editor Phil Curry discusses Europe’s five biggest automotive markets. N...

Have incentives affected registration results in two big European new-car markets? How are US tariffs impacting carmaker forecasts? Which company is buying up Northvolt? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus presents the latest Automotive Update. In this week’s episode, special content editor Phil Curry talks about battery-electric vehicle (BEV) incentives in the UK. Then, Geggus explores the latest new-c...

What is it like behind the wheel of the Ford Puma Gen-E? How important is a battery health certificate? What are the latest trends in Europe’s used-car markets? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus recaps the week’s biggest automotive developments in The Automotive Update podcast. In this week’s episode, Autovista24 special content editor Phil Curry talks about his road test of the Ford Puma Gen-E. Then,...

Could the EU new-car market return to growth at the endof the first half of 2025? Which models topped the global electric vehicle (EV) market in May? And how close is the European Union and the US to a trade deal? Autovista journalist Tom Hooker examines the week’s biggest news in The Automotive Update podcast. This week, Autovista24 explores the latest data from ACEA,to discover if the bloc’s new...

Will global and European light-vehicle salesimprove in 2025? Which models topped the Chinese and European electric vehicle (EV) charts? And what purchase incentives has the UK government introduced for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs)? Autovista24 special content editorPhil Curry discusses the week’s biggest news in The Automotive Update podcast.   In this week’s episode, Autovista24 joins forces...

How does the electric vehicle (EV) battery industry overcome a skills gap? Which European markets are performing best after the first half of 2025? And are solid-state batteries finally on the way? Autovista24 special content editor Phil Curry reveals some key updates in The Automotive Update podcast. In this week’s episode, Autovista24 reports back from the Battery Cells and Systems Expo, which t...

What is shaping the future of used-vehicle retail? Could residual values (RVs) bounce back by the end of 2025? Which model announcements were made this week? Tom Geggus, Autovista24 editor, explores these topics in The Automotive Update podcast. This week, what impact will trade tension, increased battery-electric vehicle (BEV) volumes, and artificial intelligence (AI) have on used-car retail? Did...

A new industrial strategy for the UK, analysis of the Dacia Bigster, and major safety recalls. Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus highlights the latest industry news in The Automotive Update podcast. What does the future hold for the UK’s car market? How does the Dacia Bigster stack up against its rivals? What has caused a major automotive recall in France? This week’s Automotive Update answers these q...