The Automotive Update by Autovista24

The Spanish used-car market has seen the supply of younger vehicles increase in recent months. In a new podcast episode, Ana Azofra, Autovista Group’s regional head of valuations for Southwest Europe and Poland, explores the trend with Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus. Spain is recognised as having one of the oldest car parcs in Europe . However, a recent trend has seen younger models supplied into t...

Will the Romanian new-car market’s rollercoaster ride continue? Ulmis Horchidan, Autovista Group’s head of valuations for Romania, Hungary, Slovenia, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic speaks with Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus in a new podcast. Romania’s new-car market has experienced a rollercoaster ride so far this year. The first quarter saw a total of 33,228 units registered . This marked a decl...

What residual value (RV) trends are currently defining Italy’s used-car market? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus speaks with Marco Pasquetti, head of valuations at Autovista Group Italy, in a new podcast episode. After years of disruption, Italy’s used-car market is slowly returning to normality. But what is driving the current RV trends in the country, and how are different powertrains performing? T...

This year’s Paris Motor Show had plenty of world premieres and European debuts. But what did carmakers attending the event have to say? In the latest Autovista24 podcast, journalist Tom Hooker speaks with industry leaders about their design languages. The 90th anniversary of the Paris Motor Show attracted carmakers from across the globe. Speaking with Autovista24, industry experts gave exclusive i...

The 90th edition of the Paris Motor Show is just around the corner. So which models and innovations will be unveiled? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus and journalist Tom Hooker discuss what to expect in the latest Autovista24 podcast. Spread across six halls of the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, this year’s Paris Motor Show will play host a range of carmakers, from local European brands to emerging...

New-car registrations in the EU fell sharply in August. Meanwhile, the region's automotive industry highlighted concerns about upcoming emissions targets. Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus discusses this with journalist Tom Hooker and special content editor Phil Curry in a new podcast. With its latest registrations figures and statements, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA),...

Germany is home to one of the largest used-car markets in Europe. This means the performance of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) in this region can have a significant impact. In this Autovista24 podcast, journalist Tom Hooker investigates the market with Eurotax regional head of valuations for Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and CEE countries Robert Madas. The German new-car market has endured a tu...

As new-car registrations fluctuate across Europe’s big five markets, are used-car transactions following a similar trend? Autovista24 special content editor Phil Curry explores the figures, together with editor Tom Geggus. France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK all recorded used-car market growth in the second quarter of the year. These improvements have built on strong performances in the first...

How have provisional tariffs on battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) made in China impacted European electric vehicle (EV) forecasts? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus speaks with Neil King, head of forecasting at EV Volumes (part of J.D. Power), in a new podcast episode. Forecasting the market trajectories of BEVs and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) worldwide is no small feat. Variables include economic trends,...

There have been widespread reports of a slowdown in Europe’s battery-electric vehicle (BEV) market. But has the plug on registrations really been pulled? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus and special content editor Phil Curry analyse the figures in the latest Autovista24 podcast. According to data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association, BEV registrations increased by 1.6% across Europe...

What did the Goodwood Festival of Speed tell us about the future of the automotive market? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus discusses the event with special content editor Phil Curry and journalist Tom Hooker. The Goodwood Festival of Speed gave a glimpse into the future of Europe’s automotive market. It featured new brands, model debuts and a range of powertrains. Set alongside the famous hill climb...

With provisional tariffs now imposed on imports of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) from China, how will this affect the European market? In this Autovista24 Podcast, editor Tom Geggus and special content editor Phil Curry discuss the latest news.  BEVs made in China and imported into the EU are now subject to provisional tariffs. The European Commission confirmed the move as governmental talks co...

How are battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) performing in Germany’s new and used-car markets and what is influencing their pricing? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus asks Andreas Geilenbruegge, head of valuations and insights at Schwacke (part of J.D. Power) for his assessment. As one of Europe’s leading automotive markets, Germany is a key player in the region’s electrification. However, BEVs have seen...

Battery testing is at the forefront of electric vehicle (EV) remarketing. In a podcast interview, Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus asks Dr Marcus Berger, Aviloo’s CEO, CFO and managing director, how his company is advancing its analysis. As more battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) move into the used-car market, establishing and certifying battery health will ensure greater co...

As used-car transactions in Europe improve, how does this affect the battery-electric vehicle (BEV) market, and car parc ages? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus and special content editor Phil Curry discuss the numbers. For the first time since 2021, all five of Europe's biggest automotive markets saw used-ca r sales growth in the first quarter of the year. But while this is a positive step forwar...

What can be expected from global electric vehicle (EV) markets in the coming years? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus and special content editor Phil Curry discuss the latest forecasts from EV Volumes. EV markets across the world are seeing mixed performances. Sales figures look good in certain regions, while others lag. But what does the future hold for light vehicle EV markets? Show notes Global EV...

With the first quarter of 2024 complete, Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus discusses the big five European new-car markets with special content editor Phil Curry and journalist Tom Hooker. All of Europe’s big five markets recorded new-car registration growth in the first quarter of the year. However, there were mixed monthly results, while the performance of powertrains varied across the regions. Show...

Motor shows can provide useful insights into upcoming brands, models and technology. In this Autovista24 podcast, editor Tom Geggus and journalist Tom Hooker, consider what Europe can expect next. Show notes Has the public perception of electric vehicles changed? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/has-the-public-perception-of-electric-vehicles-changed/ Which Chinese automotive brands will...

Is progress being made with connected and autonomous vehicle technology? In the latest Autovista24 podcast, editor Tom Geggus, special content editor Phil Curry and journalist Tom Hooker discuss the latest developments. Show notes Autovista24: Building a successful connected and autonomous platform in the UK https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/building-a-successful-connected-and-autonomous...

The Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) returned to Switzerland this year, but was it a success? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus discusses the event with special content editor Phil Curry, and director of business development at Autovista Group (now part of J.D. Power), Christof Ruhland. Show notes Autovista24: Geneva International Motor Show gives glimpse of European automotive destiny https://a...

How will the automotive industry be influenced by wider economic trends in 2024? In this Autovista24 podcast, editor Tom Geggus asks Autovista Group’s chief economist, Dr Christof Engelskirchen, what can be expected this year. Show notes Webinar: Optimising the year ahead https://www.workcast.com/?cpak=1041144643954649&pak=7790775680059631&referrer=podcast Autovista24 article: https://autovista24....

Battery suppliers are a crucial part of the electric vehicle industry. But which company manufactured the greatest volume of EV batteries in 2023? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus and special content editor Phil Curry explore the numbers. Show notes Which manufacturer supplied the largest volume of EV batteries in 2023? https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/which-manufacturer-supplied-the-large...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is taking the world by storm and the automotive sector is no exception. Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus, and special content editor Phil Curry, consider what AI means for the industry. Show notes Autovista24: CES 2024: The automotive AI journey has just begun https://autovista24.autovistagroup.com/news/ces-2024-the-automotive-ai-journey-has-just-begun/ Autovista24: CES 2...

All five of Europe’s big five new-car markets ended 2023 by posting registrations growth across the year. However, each country has a story to tell, especially when it comes to battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). In this new episode of the Autovista24 podcast, editor Tom Geggus, and special content editor Phil Curry, examine the trends that played out in France, Spain, Italy, Germany and the UK. The...

The Euro 7 emission standard proposals have undergone a dramatic change, and now appear very different to the targets discussed almost a year ago. Why have such bold amendments been proposed, what has been carried over from the initial plans, and how has the automotive industry reacted? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus speaks with special content editor Phil Curry about the new proposals, what they m...