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European Automotive Industry The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) has released its 2024-2025 Pocket Guide, which provides useful insights into the European automotive sector. #Europe #Production #Sales #Employement #Vehiclesonroad #Trade #co2Emission #R&D #TaxBenefits #Incentives #Eurozone #2024Outlook

Why confine your car business to a single market? The global exporting cars isn't just about selling vehicles across borders; it's about unlocking a world of potential for your business. By venturing into international markets, you can tap into diverse consumer needs, capitalize on currency fluctuations, and build a resilient, globally recognized brand. Imagine the possibilities of reaching enthusiasts in Europe searching for American muscle cars, supplying reliable used vehicles to emerging markets in Africa, These scenarios aren't just dreams, they're tangible opportunities waiting to be seized. Our comprehensive logistics solutions make these possibilities a reality. We understand that exporting cars involves more than just shipping, it's about creating a seamless experience from your lot to the buyer's hands, wherever they may be. Our services cover every aspect of the export process, ensuring a smooth journey for your vehicles. We offer efficient port-to-port shipping with carefully selected carriers, guaranteeing your cars are in safe hands throughout their voyage. Our expert customs clearance assistance helps you navigate the complex regulations of international trade, saving you time and potential headaches. We give you real time tracking updates on your shipments, providing peace of mind and allowing you to keep your customers informed every step of the way. We pride ourselves on secure vehicle handling, ensuring your cars arrive in pristine condition, ready to impress their new owners. Dealing with single car exports or bulk shipments, our flexible solutions can be tailored to meet your specific needs. Our expertise isn't limited to a particular niche. Whether you're a dealership looking to expand, a classic car specialist seeking global collectors, or a fleet manager exploring new markets, we have the knowledge and experience to support your international growth ambitions. Let's work together to rev up your business and drive it towards global success. The road to international markets is open, and it's time to take the wheel. Your journey to becoming a global automotive exporter starts with a single step or in this case, a single shipment. Ready to accelerate your growth? Let's connect and discuss how we can help you start your car exporting journey today. The opportunities are vast, the potential is enormous, and the time to act is now. Don't let borders limit your success, let's make the world your marketplace. Contact us Via https://lnkd.in/gnF5P3ru #AutomotiveExport #GlobalBusiness #LogisticsSolutions #CarIndustry #InternationalTrade #BusinessExpansion

If I had to point out one service that we have improved this year, it would be the Groupage to Spain. Actual Door-to-Door transit time 3 - 4 days , daily departures and very competitive rates 🚚 Read some interesting facts about the #Spain's #Road #Freight #Market.

8.3% of total EU manufacturing employment comes directly from automotive industry. But which countries contribute the most to this? 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗧𝗢𝗣𝟭𝟬 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 👷 Slovakia 16% 👷 Romania 15,2% 👷 Sweden 13,8% 👷 Czech Republic 13,7% 👷 Hungary 12,7% 👷 Germany 11% 👷 Spain 7,5% 👷 Slovenia 7,4% 👷 Poland 7,3% 👷 France 7,2% Data form 2021, credit European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) If we look at these statistics we can also see the 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗽𝗼𝗽𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝘃𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗿𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀, like Slovakia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Germany and France. Our experience on Prilo also shows a 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗮 from both shippers and carriers. And finally, it is worth mentioning that the third largest group of carriers on Prilo is actually 𝗥𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗿𝘀. Have you noticed this data proven in real life as well? Team Prilo 🟣 Challenge under control #prilo #shareofdirectemploymentinautomotiveindustry #automotiveindustry #automotiveemployment

The automotive industry in the Central and Eastern European region faces a myriad of challenges. It serves as a vital economic catalyst, particularly in the Visegrád Group (V4) countries—Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia—where Slovakia 　 holds the distinction of being the world leader in car production per capita. However, this industry grapples with several pressing issues in 2024. By words of our Group Regional Consultant CEE, Gilles Huart, "The European automotive industry is seeking its way to respond to the challenges. Amid these uncertainties, it is clear that the CEE region is struggling to exert a decisive influence on future outcomes." What’s your take on this automotive topic?

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RIGHT TO REPAIR BENEFITS YOU | Thanks to the efforts of Right to Repair South Africa and our global partners, consumers now have more access to affordable repairs, high-quality parts, and the technical data needed to maintain their vehicles. This ensures that you, the consumer, can make informed decisions about how and where to repair your car—whether at a dealership or an independent service provider. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲? In the past, many consumers were limited to using only dealerships for repairs and forced to use OEM-branded parts. This drove up costs and restricted choice. But now, you have the freedom to use non-OEM, matching quality parts without compromising your warranty. Independent service providers often use parts from the same manufacturers that supply OEMs, ensuring the same reliability at a lower cost. “Right to Repair Global is a valuable opportunity for key industry representatives to come together and take action on some of the biggest issues facing the automotive aftermarket worldwide. In Canada, much like in the European Union, there is growing recognition of the need for legislative frameworks that support data accessibility. We are working with government and key industry stakeholders to implement sector-specific automotive legislation to ensure a level playing field for independent repairers. This will empower Canadian consumers with the choice and control over their vehicle data, fostering innovation and competition that benefits both our industry and society as a whole ” – Jean-Francois Champagne, CAE, President of Automotive Industries Association of Canada 💡 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂? You get more choices for repairs, less dependence on expensive dealerships, and the freedom to maintain your vehicle the way that works best for you. It’s about empowering consumers and creating a fairer, more competitive automotive industry. 👉 Have you faced barriers when trying to use independent repairers or non-OEM parts? Right to Repair South Africa is here to help. Report any cases of non-compliance through our Whistle Blower Hotline and help us drive fair competition in the automotive industry. https://vist.ly/3mjgats #RightToRepairSA #RightToRepair #R2RSA #itsyourchoice #seeitsayitsorted #ConsumerRights #FairCompetition #VehicleRepair #Automechanika2024 #NonOEMParts

🚆 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐳𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 The European Commission has imposed a €48.7 million fine on České dráhy (ČD) and Österreichische Bundesbahnen (ÖBB), the rail incumbents in Czechia and Austria, for violating EU antitrust laws. Between 2012 and 2016, the two companies colluded to prevent RegioJet, a new competitor, from accessing used wagons crucial for operating long-distance rail services. By rigging sales procedures and exchanging confidential information, ČD and ÖBB blocked RegioJet’s expansion on routes in Czechia and the Prague-Vienna corridor, which violated Article 101 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU). Their anticompetitive conduct included timing sales of ÖBB’s used wagons to ensure RegioJet could not purchase them and coordinating sales to allow ČD to acquire these wagons instead. Even when ČD wasn’t interested in buying, the two companies agreed on alternative buyers to keep RegioJet out of the market. Such actions undermined competition by restricting RegioJet’s access to high-quality, modern wagons that were already approved for operation in Czechia. ÖBB, however, received a 45% reduction in its fine by cooperating under the leniency programme, aiding the Commission in proving the existence of the cartel. #competitionlawyer #antitrustlawyer #CompetitionLaw #Antitrust

If there’s one thing I’ve learned so far this year it is to expect the unexpected. The results of the Spanish Grand Prix this weekend, which saw Lando and Oscar place 2nd and 7th respectively, are a great example of this. As I cheered on McLaren Racing at the Circuit de Catalunya, I was reminded not only of the extraordinary level of tenacity and focus needed in racing, but also that drivers are always expecting the unexpected. Taking a temperature check on the state of global trade so far this year, we would be remiss if we failed to notice the stark similarities. Between geopolitical tension, climate-related events, and logistical bottlenecks, global trade keeps being put to the test – as so too, logistics providers. Yet, these challenges have also created an enormous opportunity for logistics providers to rise to the occasion. In Europe so far, we have opened new trade routes connecting East and West through a new rail service at Yarimca, Türkiye; opened multiple new freight forwarding offices across Europe to respond to the rising customer demand for end-to-end and last-mile services; unveiled a new logistics hub in Aiud to connect Romania’s industrial heartland with the rest of Europe and the Far East; increased our Modal Shift Programme capacity at London Gateway in response to rising customer demand for solutions that lower their Scope 3 emissions; and started construction on a second rail crane at the Antwerp Gateway terminal at the Deurganck dock to increase the terminal’s rail handling capacity from 240 to 480 containers per day to increase efficiency and ease congestion in Northern Europe’s busy ports. This year has been both challenging and rewarding. We have been pushed to innovate our solutions, think ahead, and reassess the way we think about global trade. However, with the right people, skills, and tenacity, I’m confident we will continue to push the sector even further.