The automotive market paints a picture of contradictions that reflect more than just a simple transition phase. On one hand, Europe struggles to meet the ambitions of zero-emission regulations, with BEV quotas still far from the target, calling for urgent political reforms to avoid undermining its competitiveness. On the other hand, giants like Toyota are relaunching in the United States by investing 3.6 billion dollars in Texas, with an expansion strategy aimed at strengthening the production core on the continent. The difference is abysmal: in Europe, there is rejection ...

Innova Semplice, one of the leading global investment groups, has announced the acquisition of 51% of the share capital of Moovix, a specialist in long-term rental and fleet management. The operation represents a strategic investment to support Moovix's growth and confirms Innova Semplice's interest in a sector that is increasingly central for companies, professionals, and private customers. Moovix will maintain its operational autonomy, positioning, and continuity of relationships with customers, partners, and rental companies. Innova Semplice's entry aims to strengthen the company's development path by providing ...

Twenty years after its debut at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show, the Peugeot 207 officially enters the realm of youngtimers. Originally conceived as an ambitious project to complement and eventually replace the legendary 206, the 207 immediately stood out for its larger dimensions, increased solidity, and aggressive design characterized by the large front air intake and elongated headlights. Remaining in production until the arrival of the 208 in 2012, the range was able to offer numerous body variants and technologically advanced engines, such as the turbocharged units from the Prince ...

Geely celebrates its first year of presence in the Italian market, under the distribution of Jameel Motors, recording over 3,000 contracts signed since the launch (summer 2025). Driving the success is the C-SUV Starray EM-i Super Hybrid, which alone covers about 90% of orders, positioning itself at the top of the segment for private customers. The sales network has grown rapidly, reaching around 70 sales and service points, with the goal of reaching 100 in the next year. Meanwhile, the Group's premium brand, Zeekr, introduced last February, has ...

During the recent international test drive held in Rüsselsheim, the new Opel Astra demonstrated extraordinary dynamic efficiency, highlighting its multi-energy philosophy expressed through a variety of powertrains designed to adapt to every need. The electrified range takes a significant step forward in terms of autonomy. The Astra Electric variant (156 HP) now boasts up to 454 km of range (+35 km compared to the past) and introduces for the first time the Vehicle to Load (V2L) bidirectional charging technology. For those looking for the best of both worlds, the ...

Volvo is starting to integrate Apple Music in over two million vehicles through an over-the-air software update. The recently unveiled EX60 will also come with native Apple Music integration when the first units are delivered to customers this summer. To help new users get acquainted with the service, Volvo will offer selected customers up to three months of free Apple Music, allowing Volvo drivers to take their time discovering new artists and choosing the soundtrack for their next journey. Owners of Volvo models EX60, EX90, and ES90 will also benefit ...

After the first timid recovery that began in April and was consolidated in May, the Japanese automotive market also continued its growth in June with a total of 426,883 registrations, marking an increase of +8.6% compared to the same month of the previous year. The balance for the first six months confirms the positive trend, bringing the cumulative result since the beginning of the year to 2,387,189 vehicles (+1.8%). Toyota confirms its absolute dominance with 141,567 units and a solid increase of 18.6 ...

The recovery of the automotive market in the United Kingdom saw a significant acceleration in June. According to data from the SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders), registrations grew by 11.4% year-on-year, reaching 213,166 units. This marks the best performance for the month of June in the last seven years. The growth was entirely driven by electrified vehicles. 100% electric models saw a significant leap, reaching a 30% share of the monthly market, thanks to strong end-of-quarter commercial drives and rising fuel prices, followed by traditional hybrids ...

Mercedes-Benz will produce the new compact variant of the G-Class - nicknamed "Baby G" and expected to debut in 2027 - at the Kecskemét plant in Hungary. The decision excludes the German factory in Rastatt, confirming Stuttgart's strategy to relocate entry-level models to Eastern Europe to reduce production costs by 10% by 2027. With an investment of one billion euros, the Hungarian site will double its production capacity (between 300,000 and 400,000 vehicles per year) reaching 30% of the brand's entire European production. The plan will involve ...

The Volkswagen Group is evaluating the sale of its shareholdings in some historic football clubs, including Bayern Munich, as further measures of the drastic restructuring plan that could result in up to 100,000 job cuts globally and the closure of four plants in Germany. According to sources close to the dossier reported by German media, the Wolfsburg Group is reevaluating the shares held through its subsidiaries Audi and Porsche in Bayern Munich (8.3%) and Stuttgart (10.4%). CEO Oliver Blume's goal is to reduce structural costs to ...