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Following the news that auto part suppliers in Indonesia are turning to online platforms to weather the COVID-19 crisis; Bakar Sadik Agwan, Senior Automotive Consultant at GlobalData, a leading research and consulting company, offers his view: “Indonesia currently leads Southeast Asia in terms of the number COVID-19 cases and the country continues to practise large-scale […]
Ford’s Mexico engine supply problems sound warning for global supply chains
Following the news that Ford is facing production bottlenecks in the US due to COVID-19 production constraints at an engine plant in Mexico; David Leggett, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The news from Mexico serves as a wider warning to the auto industry that the COVID-19 pandemic […]
China vehicle market on course for 22 million sales in 2020, says GlobalData
Following the news that the retail sales of new passenger vehicles in China declined by 6.5% to 1.68 million units in June, according to the preliminary data released by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA); David Leggett, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “June’s year-on-year decline was in […]
UK auto industry will struggle without targeted government support
Following the news that the UK Government has launched a stimulus package to support the UK economy, but omitted any automotive sector specific measures such as scrappage incentives; David Leggett, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The UK Government faces a big challenge in getting the UK economy […]
As vehicle makers add model-based sub-brands, the Chevrolet Corvette could be next, says GlobalData
Following the news that Ford is to revive the Bronco nameplate for a rugged lifestyle sub-brand of 4×4 sport utility vehicles (SUVs); Mike Vousden, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Ford is leaning into a nostalgia factor with the launch of its latest range of SUVs, reviving the […]
Small and mid-size vehicles expected to lead post-COVID-19 recovery in India, says GlobalData
Following the news that Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai India reported growth in vehicle sales in June 2020, compared to the previous month; Bakar Sadik Agwan, Senior Automotive Consultant at GlobalData, a leading research and consulting company, offers his view: “Automotive sales witnessed noticeable growth in June 2020 after meagre sales in April and May. Retail […]
Ineos talks with Daimler could deal a big blow to Welsh economy
Following the news that Ineos Automotive – which is planning to launch a new 4×4 utility vehicle in 2022 – is in talks with Daimler over the possible acquisition of its Hambach, France, manufacturing plant; David Leggett, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Although nothing is finally decided […]
UK car market faces long climb back to normal, says GlobalData
Following the news that the UK new car market was down 34.9% in June, an improvement on May’s 89% drop, but leaving the first half of the year down 48.5% on the same period of 2019; David Leggett, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his views: “We have yet to […]
GlobalData forecasts 17.2% decline to global light vehicle market in 2020
The world’s light vehicle market is forecast by GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, to decline by 17.2% to 73.6 million units in 2020, due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and its associated economic fallout. “This is a bigger one-off shock than witnessed in the two years of the global financial crisis,” […]
Tesla resilience will continue to confound COVID-19 crisis, says GlobalData
Following the news that Tesla’s market capitalisation now exceeds that of Toyota, making it the most valued carmaker in the world; David Leggett, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The automotive sector is among the most severely impacted by the COVID-19 crisis and facing decimated markets this year. […]
Geneva Show cancellation could mean the end of traditional motor shows, says GlobalData
Following the news that the organisers have already cancelled the 2021 Geneva Motor Show; David Leggett, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “This second consecutive cancellation of the big annual motor show raises questions about its viability beyond next year. Even before the coronavirus crisis forced a late […]
Rationalization and electrification point way ahead for Tata-owned Jaguar Land Rover, says GlobalData
As Tata Motors gets closer to making making a decision on the strategic direction of its loss-making British premium vehicle manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover (JLR); Calum MacRae, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “There are multiple options for Tata Motors to consider. First and foremost should be the […]
COVID-19 spike clouds US vehicle market outlook, says GlobalData
Following news that COVID-19 cases are on the rise in a number of US States, prompting new restrictions on populations; Calum MacRae, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Rising COVID-19 cases in the US brings further downside to GlobalData’s US light vehicle sales forecast. Increasing infection rates in […]
UK car production plunge highlights restart challenge ahead, says GlobalData
Following the news that UK car manufacturing plunged by 95.4% in May as the COVID-19 crisis halted production at UK factories; David Leggett, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “With UK car plants either closed or just beginning to restart operations last month, the May output numbers are […]
Value and future prospects drive Volkswagen interest in Europcar, says GlobalData
Following reports that Volkswagen Group is interested in acquiring French car rental firm Europcar; David Leggett, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his views: “The car rental business has been hammered by COVID-19, but as economic activity picks up and operators introduce deep cleaning protocols that can reassure customers, the […]
Europe’s light vehicle market faces long recovery climb
Following ACEA’s latest assessment that new car sales in the European Union will fall by 25% in 2020; David Leggett, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his views: “In May, the European passenger car market (EU+EFTA+UK) suffered another sharp drop, with new registrations falling by 57.2% on last year. “However, […]
Pressure growing on UK Government for auto industry stimulus, says GlobalData
Following the news that the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), the trade body representing the auto industry in the UK, has called on the UK Government to introduce a dedicated package to kick-start the industry; Calum MacRae, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his views; “Financial incentives designed […]
BMW and Mercedes reset autonomous drive collaboration due to COVID-19
Following the news that BMW and Mercedes-Benz are putting their autonomous drive technology collaboration on hold; David Leggett, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The two companies cited the cost of developing a new next generation shared autonomous drive technology platform, as well as current business and economic […]
Financial aid to auto parts suppliers in South Korea key for healthy supply chain and timely recovery, says GlobalData
Following the news that South Korea will provide US$830m from state fund to support auto parts suppliers; Animesh Kumar, Director of Automotive Consulting at GlobalData, a leading research and consulting company, offers his view: “Auto components is the third industry to receive support from state funds after shipping and the airline industry. Companies with minimum […]
Nissan’s latest production cuts unsurprising in face of weak global demand
Following the news that Nissan is to further cut production in Japan due to COVID-19 impacts on global vehicle demand; David Leggett, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Nissan is to further cut production at its three Japanese manufacturing facilities – Oppama, Tochigi and Kyushu – with new […]