Strategy & innovation newsletter | Edition 1 | 2025
Renault seeking to maximize value of Nissan shares in Honda merger, says source
PARIS, Jan 29 (Reuters) - Renault (RENA.PA), opens new tab executives travelled to Japan this week to meet counterparts at Nissan in an effort to maximise the value of the French automaker's stake in the Japanese firm ahead of its merger with Honda, a source close to the matter told Reuters.
No new Citroen 2CV! Boss disappoints fans of the classic but promises 'affordable' and 'different' cars
Citroen boss Thierry Koskas has said he has “no specific projects” relating to a reimagined version of the iconic 2CV, but instead will double down on “different” and “more affordable” family cars, Auto Express can reveal.
BYD is now UK’s fastest-growing car brand after 658% sales rise
BYD is continuing its meteoric rise in the UK with soaring sales and public brand recognition. China’s biggest electric vehicle maker launched in the UK in 2023 and increased its volume by 658% to over 8,700 cars during 2024 – making it the UK’s fastest-growing car brand.
Tesla and BMW sue EU as discontent over Chinese EV tariffs mounts
Both BMW and Tesla have been hit with tariffs by the EU on imports of electric vehicles made in China, along with other Chinese manufacturers such as BYD and SAIC.
VW prepared to hand its factories to Chinese electric carmakers
Volkswagen is prepared to let Chinese electric carmakers take over production lines in its struggling factories as Germany’s automotive industry is struck by a downturn...
Insurance news
Trust in ADAS Reported to Rise as Automated Vehicles Near UK Roads
Confidence in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) is growing among UK motorists, according to a recent survey by Venson Automotive Solutions. With automated vehicles (AVs) potentially set to debut on UK roads next year, more drivers are showing a willingness to adopt ADAS features, particularly those designed to improve safety.
Zurich Explores Motor Insurance for Autonomous Vehicles
The rise of autonomous vehicles is transforming the motor insurance sector, prompting insurers to redefine their roles as intermediaries between manufacturers and end-users. As self-driving technology advances, insurers face new challenges and opportunities in liability, risk assessment and coverage models.
Digital marketing and retail news
Amazon Autos launches online sales
Customers can now add new Hyundai Motor Co. vehicles to their shopping carts on Amazon Autos, marking the first time that an automaker has sold cars through the e-commerce giant Amazon, the automaker announced Jan. 7.
Porsche-owned consultancy says transition to digital sales model 'irreversible’
MHP, the consultancy owned by Porsche, believes the transition to digital sales models is “irreversible”, but offers a chance to rethink the entire car buying journey.