ACEA welcomes Council approval of CO2 flexibility measures On May 27, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) issued a statement welcoming the EU adoption of the three-year CO2 emissions averaging mechanism. This measure provides essential flexibility for car and van manufacturers during this critical junction in the transition to zero-emission mobility. However, ACEA Director General Sigrid de Vries states that while this mea...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/30

EU passenger car sales down 0.3% in April 2025 On May 27, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) announced new passenger car registrations for April 2025. Passenger car sales in the European Union (EU), European Free Trade Association (EFTA), and the United Kingdom (UK) decreased 0.3% year-on-year to 1,077,186 units in April, while year-to-date sales decreased 0.4% to 4,459,087 units.   April sales in the EU increased 1.3% to ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28

ACEA pushes for AI based vehicle data framework to increase EU automotive innovation On May 19, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) announced that it is calling for stronger cooperation, standardisation, and an industry-led framework to improve access to vehicle data for artificial intelligence (AI). This move aims to support the digital transformation of Europe’s automotive sector and maintain its global competitiveness...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/20

ACEA advocates simplification of EU Deforestation Regulation On May 14, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) stated that the implementation of the Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) places increased burdens on companies, such as through investments that are needed to comply with implementation, setting up technical support and so on. This all comes with an impact on the OEMs’ competitiveness. Therefore, ACEA advocates for fu...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/15

ACEA supports three-year averaging mechanism for emissions compliance for cars and vans On May 8, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) welcomed both the European Parliament’s and Council’s support for a three-year averaging mechanism for emissions compliance for cars and vans. ACEA Director General stated that while this provides some necessary flexibility for manufacturers in the short term, but Europe needs a long-ter...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/12

MW suffering heavy losses in 2024. Meanwhile, the US has turned increasingly protectionist. The Trump administration’s 25% tariffs on imports of foreign-made cars represents another huge blow for the already struggling European OEMs. According to the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA), European manufacturers export up to 60% of the vehicles they make in the US. Additionally, the US is the most important export market for Germa...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/08

ACEA introduces simplified CBAM to balance climate goals and competitiveness On April 28, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) welcomed the European Commission’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which will help to meet climate goals and complements the Emissions Trading System (ETS). However, it could raise supply chain costs and hurt competitiveness. ACEA warns against expanding CBAM to sectors that don’t fac...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/29

EU passenger car sales up 2.8% in March 2025 On April 24, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) announced new passenger car registrations for March 2025. Passenger car sales in the European Union (EU), European Free Trade Association (EFTA), and the United Kingdom (UK) increased 2.8% year-on-year to 1,422,628 units in March, while year-to-date sales decreased 0.4% to 3,382,057 units.   March sales in the EU decreased 0.2% to ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/25

ACEA and Eurelectric call for grid reform for heavy-duty vehicle charging infrastructure On April 15, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) and Eurelectric jointly urged policymakers to prioritize grid readiness for heavy-duty vehicle (HDV) charging infrastructure. In a new joint paper, ACEA and Eurelectric underline the critical role of Distribution System Operators (DSOs) and call for an anticipatory, demand-oriented appro...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/15

ACEA urges EU-U.S. dialogue to resolve auto tariffs, protect automotive industry On April 7, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) urged the European Commission to negotiate with the U.S. and avoid countermeasures that could hurt European competitiveness. In a meeting with the European Commission President, industry leaders, including top European OEMs, discussed the impact of U.S. tariffs on automotive, steel, and aluminum ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/08

ACEA raises concern over rising EU-US trade tensions On April 3, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) raised concerns over rising EU-US trade tensions. ACEA further stated that European automakers are dedicated to supporting the US economy, with around half a million jobs in the auto sector and over 750,000 vehicles exported to the US in 2024. They are also investing in local communities to promote prosperity.  Based on AC...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/03

EU Commission fines carmakers EUR 458 million for illegal end-of-life vehicle recycling cartel On April 1, the European Commission announced that it has fined 15 major carmakers and the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) a total of around EUR 458 million for participating in a long-lasting cartel concerning end-of-life vehicle (ELV) recycling. Mercedes-Benz was not fined, as it revealed the cartel to the Commission under the ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/02

ACEA critical of U.S. auto tariffs On March 27, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) announced that it is deeply concerned by the U.S. President’s announcement of additional tariffs on the automotive sector. “European automakers have been investing in the US for decades, creating jobs, fostering economic growth in local communities, and generating massive tax revenue for the U.S. government,” said ACEA Director Genera...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/27

EU passenger car sales down 3.1% in February 2025 On March 25, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) announced new passenger car registrations for February 2025. Passenger car sales in the European Union (EU), European Free Trade Association (EFTA), and the United Kingdom (UK) decreased 3.1% year-on-year to 963,540 units in February, while year-to-date sales decreased 2.6% to 1,959,580 units.   Sales in the EU decreased 3.4%...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/26

EU passenger car sales down 2.1% in January 2025 On February 25, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) announced new passenger car registrations for January 2025. Passenger car sales in the European Union (EU), European Free Trade Association (EFTA), and the United Kingdom (UK) decreased 2.1% year-on-year to 995,271 units in January.Sales in the EU decreased 2.6% to 831,201 units while sales in the three EFTA countries increase...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/26

ACEA urges EU to support automotive R&D and digitalization On February 17, ACEA urged the EU to remove administrative hurdles and reduce excessive compliance to unlock the automotive sector’s innovation potential at the Strategic Dialogue workshop with EU Commission. Europe must incentivize, not hinder its competitive edge. Automated vehicles are the next big opportunity, but need a strong digital industrial base to lead. Despite discussing com...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/18

ACEA urges for urgent action needed to prevent costly 2025 carbon dioxide penalties for cars and vans On February 3, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) announced that car and van manufacturers are facing risk fines of up to EUR 16 billion or costly compliance measures such as pooling, pricing, or reducing production. They face penalties for issues beyond their control, such as the slow rollout of charging and hydrogen ref...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/04

ission announced that its President has gathered key industry leaders and stakeholders to launch the Strategic Dialogue on the future of the European Automotive Industry. The initiative aims to address the sector's challenges and secure its continued success as a major part of the European economy. ACEA and CLEPA support the EU Commission's initiative to launch the dialogue and the upcoming Action Plan. The European automotive industry is undergo...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/31

range of products and regions, including the EU. In particular, he has mentioned “leveling the playing field” on automobiles by applying the same 2.5%  tariff rate for both sides of the Atlantic. Zipse’s comments came after Ola Kaellenius, CEO of Mercedes-Benz and new president of Europe’s ACEA association, said earlier in January that the EU should seek a "grand bargain" with Trump to avoid a trade war. Zipse previously played down conc...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/30

ACEA and CLEPA call for urgent action in Strategic Dialogue to secure Europe's Automotive Future On January 27, ACEA and CLEPA announced a proposal for an effective Strategic Dialogue on the future of the European automotive industry. The industry supports the EU’s 2050 climate neutrality goal and has already invested EUR 250 billion in the transition to zero-emission mobility. With 13 million jobs at stake, the Green Deal must ensure decarboni...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/29