U2 used to sing: “I can’t live with or without you”. US and European automakers are asking themselves a similar question: whether they can live with or without access to Chinese rare earths, as they are caught in between the need to transition to EV motors and the need to overcome the geopolitical disruptions that
Forthcoming EU Measures on Greening Corporate Fleets and the 2035 CO₂ Standards Revision
As part of the automotive competitiveness package expected to be published on 10 December 2025, the European Commission is finalising two major initiatives with direct implications for vehicle manufacturers, suppliers, fleet operators and mobility providers: the Greening Corporate Fleets proposal and the revision of the 2035 CO₂-emission standards for cars and vans.
EU Launches Call for Evidence on Revision of Combustion Engine and Vehicle Emissions Regulations
As previously reported on our blog, in January 2025, the European Commission launched a Strategic Dialogue on the Future of the Automotive Industry, aimed at addressing the challenges facing the sector. The initiative featured direct engagement by the industry with over 100 organizations, including automotive manufacturers, suppliers, NGOs, and regional representatives. One of