EU dilutes 2035 emissions targets and latest global EV growth analysis

EU dilutes 2035 emissions targets and latest global EV growth analysis

Author: Autovista24 December 19, 2025 Duration: 12:03

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 new automotive package.  Autovista24 explores how the various proposals, including more emissions leniency, could transform the future of car sales in the EU.  

Show notes

Companion Article

Automotive package proposes new internal-combustion engine sales after 2035

Commission takes action for clean and competitive automotive sector

Skoda remains competitive in the European EV marketWuling Mini records outstanding global BEV market triumphPHEV market slowdown sees new model high in China


Each week, the team at Autovista24 sits down to untangle the complex and fast-moving world of the car industry. The Automotive Update by Autovista24 is more than a headlines roundup; it’s a focused conversation that digs into the strategic shifts, economic pressures, and technological innovations reshaping automotive business. You’ll hear clear analysis on everything from electric vehicle markets and regulatory changes to supply chain developments and consumer trends, all delivered with a depth that goes beyond the news bulletin. This podcast serves as an essential audio briefing for professionals who need to understand the implications behind the week’s biggest stories. Tune in for informed perspectives that help make sense of where the industry is headed next, straight from specialists who live and breathe this landscape every day.
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The Automotive Update by Autovista24
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