Which stories made the automotive headlines in 2024?

Which stories made the automotive headlines in 2024?

Author: Autovista24 December 11, 2024 Duration: 20:01

The automotive industry has seen significant changes this year. Electric vehicle (EV) sales, tariffs, motor shows, and residual values all made the headlines. In a new podcast episode, the Autovista24 team reviews the big stories from 2024.

This year has not been short on big automotive news. From residual value (RV) trends to battery-electric vehicle (BEV) registrations and from major motor shows to protectionist policies. But with many topics to choose from, which stories stood out to the Autovista24 team?

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Show notes

Which stories made the automotive headlines in 2024?

Mixed results for major European new-car markets in October

Hybrids hit new high in German new-car market

Did carmakers push BEVs to the front of the UK new-car market in November?

Monthly Market Update: Used car residual values slump further in Europe during November

Blessing or curse: The impact of EU tariffs on BEVs made in China

Highlights from the 2024 Paris Motor Show

Autovista24 Launch Reports

Winners of the 2024 Autovista Group Residual Value Awards

Autovista Group’s 2025 residual value outlook


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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