With live industry events taking place again, concept vehicles are once more taking centre stage at automotive exhibitions. But how do these designs influence the automotive industry as it adopts new tech such as electric, autonomous driving and the connected car? Autovista24 editor Phil Curry, chief economist Christof Engelskirchen and senior data journalist Neil King share their thoughts on the subject.
In the connected world, no one is safe from the threat of cyber attacks. In the last decade, particular sectors like healthcare and government have taken some hard knocks. The automotive industry does not appear to have been targeted in the same way, but is this about to change? Tom Geggus, Autovista24 journalist, speaks with Autovista Group’s information security director Jon Winterburn to get the full download.
As the need to electrify intensifies, how does the automotive industry feel about the development and production of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs)? Autovista24 editor Phil Curry attended the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) Test Day, a UK event bringing together journalists and automotive executives. This special podcast recorded at the event features interviews with: - Mike Hawes, chief executive of the SMMT - Mike Orford, head of press and PR at Volkswagen UK - Oliver Rowe, ...
As the automotive industry undergoes a period of electrification and digitisation, electronic components have become increasingly important. This makes any disruption in their supply hugely problematic. Autovista24 journalist Tom Geggus speaks with Dr Wolfgang Weber, CEO of the German Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association (ZVEI), about the bottleneck of semiconductors. Show notes A brave new world – leasing, semiconductors, e-storage and recycling https://autovista24.autovistagrou...
As the automotive sector undergoes an electric transition, Autovista24 examines the burgeoning battery-electric vehicle (BEV) market. From regulations to incentives and residual values, Autovista Group experts answer some of the biggest industry questions. Autovista24 journalist Tom Geggus speaks with Christof Engelskirchen, Autovista Group’s chief economist, Ana Azofra, regional head of valuations and insights, Spain, Andreas Geilenbrügge, head of valuations and insights at Schwacke, and Sonja ...
Carmakers were required to meet strict CO2 emissions targets in 2020. With these figures set to get even stricter in 2021, Autovista24's editorial team discuss who achieved, and who missed their goals, and the fines they will face.
Are regulations responsible for the fast pace of changes seen across the automotive market? Join Christof Engelskirchen, Autovista Group’s chief economist, Phil Curry, Daily Brief editor and journalist Tom Geggus in the latest Autovista Group Podcast to find out. Show notes Carmakers successfully pooled emissions to meet 2020 EU targets https://autovistagroup.com/news-and-insights/carmakers-successfully-pooled-emissions-meet-2020-eu-targets Hitting the target: Lone carmakers that successfully re...
Should Automated Lane-Keeping Systems (ALKS) be labelled ‘self-driving’? Daily Brief journalist Tom Geggus speaks with David Williams, AXA’s managing director overseeing underwriting and technical services. As the insurance company’s driverless cars expert, he is ideally placed to help define self-driving technology. Show notes The UK’s paved and winding road towards driver-assisted vehicles https://www.autovistagroup.com/news-and-insights/uks-paved-and-winding-road-towards-driver-assisted-vehic...
Carmakers are taking aim at electrification targets. Some manufacturers have laid out ambitious plans, while others are making more gradual transitions. Autovista Group Daily Brief journalist Tom Geggus discusses these targets with editor Phil Curry and senior data journalist Neil King. Show notes Stellantis targets 70% electrified-vehicle sales in Europe in 2030 https://autovistagroup.com/news-and-insights/stellantis-targets-70-electrified-vehicle-sales-europe-2030 Volvo to go all electric and ...
The automotive industry is seeking ways to become more responsible for its environmental impact. Autovista Group's Daily Brief team discusses ways in which companies are doing this...
Autonomy is at the cutting edge of automotive advancement. But would you trust a ‘self-driving' car? Autovista Group Daily Brief editor Phil Curry and journalist Tom Geggus discuss full vehicle automation, advanced driver-assistance systems, and how they could change the road forever. Show notes SEAT’s speed detection system could drive down fines https://autovistagroup.com/news-and-insights/seats-speed-detection-system-could-drive-down-fines Making the CASE for advanced commercial vehicles http...
Senior data journalist Neil King and Daily Brief journalist Tom Geggus discuss some of the biggest automotive news topics from the past fortnight. The pair consider leasing by Lidl, the semiconductors shortage, Shell’s electricity-storage system and battery-recycling initiatives. Show notes Lidl supermarket chain offers car leasing online in Germany https://autovistagroup.com/news-and-insights/lidl-supermarket-chain-offers-car-leasing-online-germany Semiconductor factory fire in Japan adds to gl...
What are functions-on-demand and how does the technology halo they bring transfer through to the used-car market? Autovista Group's chief economist Christof Engelskirchen and managing director, consulting, Sonja Nehls, discuss the impact of the tech on potential customers and traders of these used cars and the impact on residual values.
Daily Brief editor Phil Curry and journalist Tom Geggus discuss key activities and developments in the European automotive sector from the past fortnight. These include COVID-19’s effect on the uptake of mobility-as-a-service (MAAS), different fuel types, and autonomous technology. Show notes Cazoo buys Cluno as CaaS options increase https://autovistagroup.com/news-and-insights/cazoo-buys-cluno-caas-options-increase Significant downturns in European registrations in February https://autovistagro...
The Autovista Group Daily Brief team takes a look at some of the biggest automotive trends of the past fortnight. Phil Curry, Neil King and Tom Geggus discuss electrically-chargeable vehicle residual values, electromobility strategies and modular electric platforms. Show notes Surging demand for new BEVs mounts pressure on residual values https://autovistagroup.com/news-and-insights/surging-demand-new-bevs-mounts-pressure-residual-values France invests €100 million in EV-charging infrastructure ...
The Autovista Group Daily Brief team takes a look into some of the biggest automotive news stories of the past fortnight. Phil Curry and Tom Geggus discuss January’s new-car registrations, how carmakers like Ford, Hyundai, and Daimler are tackling electromobility, and whether there should be automotive shows this year. Show notes EU new-car registrations to start recovery in second half of 2021 https://autovistagroup.com/news-and-insights/eu-new-car-registrations-start-recovery-second-half-2021 ...
Which automotive technologies stole the spotlight at CES 2021? Autovista Group’s chief economist Dr Christof Engelskirchen, Daily Brief editor Phil Curry, and journalist Tom Geggus review some of the big tech trends at this year’s show. They discuss the unveiling of new electric models, batteries and bases. How futuristic concepts like autonomous vehicles and VTOLs are taking off, the growth of infotainment systems and how this year’s digital platform changed CES. Catch up on all the related art...
As emissions regulations and consumer demand spur manufacturers towards greener mobility, what will power tomorrow’s vehicles? Autovista Group’s chief economist Dr Christof Engelskirchen, Daily Brief editor Phil Curry, and journalist Tom Geggus contemplate the engines of the future. The trio ask; how essential are incentives to the purchase of new battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), and what might their value be once used? Are plug-in electric hybrids (PHEVs) an essential stepping stone or a poten...
From challenges to breakthroughs and new applications, 2020 has been an important year for autonomous technology. But how might these advances change the relationship between vehicles and people? Autovista Group Daily Brief journalist Tom Geggus speaks with Shaun Helman, chief scientist for behavioural and data sciences, and Camilla Fowler, head of automated transport, from the UK Transport Research Laboratory to find out. Catch up with some of Autovista Group’s other autonomous vehicle insights...
The Autovista Group Daily Brief team discusses the latest used-car figures from around Europe and the implications of internal combustion engine bans, as manufacturers establish smart city projects to develop sustainable infrastructures...
The automotive industry has been dominated by certain significant topics in the last year; from coronavirus to electromobility, and new technologies. But how have developments impacted one of the most important automotive sectors? Daily Brief journalist Tom Geggus discusses the opportunities and challenges facing fleets with Autovista Group’s chief economist Christof Engelskirchen. Catch up with the first three instalments from this series on the Autovista Group website. How has COVID-19 impacte...
In its latest podcast, the Autovista Group Daily Brief team discusses the new Monthly Market Dashboard, plug-in hybrid (PHEV) recalls and manufacturer emissions targets...
In its latest podcast, the Autovista Group Daily Brief team discusses Europe's fluctuating registrations, developments in EV battery manufacturing and more complications arising from Brexit...
Autovista Group's Chief Economist Christof Engelskirchen talks with Sam Livingstone, director at Car Design Research, about the role of design in the success of a newly launched vehicle, how little things can add a lot of character and how a good design can benefit residual values. Sam shares several very precise insights that you cannot afford to miss...
The Autovista Group Daily Brief team takes a look at some of the challenges the automotive industry is facing, besides the ongoing complications caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. In this episode, emissions regulations, Brexit and the increased need for electric vehicles are up for discussion.
Special guest Szabolcs Jánky, head of product management for aiSim at AImotive, talks with Autovista Group Daily Brief journalist Tom Geggus. The topic up for discussion: how over-the-air-software updates are changing the future of vehicles...
As the automotive industry adapts following the European lockdowns brought about by COVID-19, Phil Curry looks back at some of the discussions surrounding new and emerging trends.
The Autovista Group Daily Brief team discusses the biggest automotive news stories of the last fortnight. In this episode, Neil King examines Europe's registration figures, Phil Curry focuses on fuel types, and Tom Geggus studies battery supply chains.
The Autovista Group Daily Brief Team discusses the biggest automotive news stories of the last fortnight. In this episode, Tom Geggus talks incentive schemes, Neil King reviews registration figures and returning special guest Christof Engelskirchen wraps up residual values.
The Autovista Group Daily Brief Team discusses the biggest automotive topics of the last fortnight. In this episode, Neil King discusses the differing residual value developments in Europe, Tom Geggus looks at bi-directional EV charging and Phil Curry suggests the CES 2021 cancellation will have more of an impact on the industry than any other show. Plus a round-up of some of the latest developments in electrification.
