Unpacking Chinese car brands in Europe

Unpacking Chinese car brands in Europe

Author: Autovista24 September 19, 2025 Duration: 11:21

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 what is it like behind the wheel of the Deepal S07?

Show notes

Companion article

Cracking the code: Chinese EV brands entering Europe 

The road ahead: Residual value trends and the next market shift

Launch Report: Can the retro-inspired Fiat Grande Panda shake up the market?


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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