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Residual Value Outlook 2026: What’s Next for Europe’s Used Vehicle Markets?

For the last few years, used-car markets across Europe have been under pressure, and the second half of 2026 is shaping up to be just as unpredictable. However, in this webinar, you’ll get a clear, data-backed view of where residual values are heading, and why. What’s Driving Europe’s Residual Value Movements in the Second Half of the Year? Behind every shift in used-car pricing is a web of macroeconomic pressures, supply-demand imbalances, and powertrain-level dynamics that are constantly evolving. In 2026, that complexity has only deepened.  Meanwhile, the UK used-car market, one of Europe’s largest and most distinctive, is following its own trajectory.  In this session, our valuations experts walk through the latest residual value forecasts, the macro forces behind the numbers, and what it all means for vehicle value retention across the markets you operate in.  VIEW THE ON DEMAND WEBINAR Meet our experts Hear directly from our specialists with hands-on experience across European used-car markets, residual value modelling, and automotive pricing forecasts Who This Webinar Is For This session is designed for automotive industry professionals whose work is directly shaped by used-car values, vehicle depreciation, and market pricing dynamics: Finance, insurance, and risk analysts   Fleet, leasing, and residual value managers   OEMs  Pricing and product managers   Portfolio and remarketing managers   Industry executives and business analysts   Key Takeaways A clear view of the European used-car market conditions: Understand depreciation pressures, supply dynamics, and demand signals determining vehicle value retention across key European markets.  The latest residual value forecasts, straight from the source: Get the most up-to-date RV projections and used-car pricing outlook, explained by the experts.  A focused look at the UK used-car market: Dig into one of Europe’s largest and most unique automotive markets, its depreciation trends, pricing dynamics, and what they signal for the broader region.  The market will remain uncertain for some. Yet, by watching this webinar, you can gain a sharper understanding of the forces shaping residual values and used-car price movements in the second half of 2026, and what they mean for the decisions you’re making right now.  Webinar Recap: What you missed The full webinar recap is now available. Watch the recording below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTFCTM9QVnk
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The Automotive Update: What does China’s slowing EV market mean for global sales?

This content previously appeared on the Autovista24 website. What is happening in China’s electric vehicle (EV) market? How much is Uber investing in autonomous vehicle charging hubs? Can Europe build its own EV batteries? Tom Geggus, Autovista24 editor, discusses these points in The Automotive Update podcast. In this episode, Autovista24 analyses China’s slowing EV market and reveals the best-selling models in the country. Plus, how has Tesla avoided suspension of its dealer and manufacturer licence in the US? Subscribe to the Autovista24 podcast and listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Apple and Amazon Music. China’s slowing EV market Globally, China accounts for 59.1% of battery-electric vehicle (BEV) sales and 70.3% of plug-in hybrid (PHEV) deliveries. But despite dominating the figures, the country saw its total EV numbers struggle in December. Figures rose by just 0.5%, according to the latest data from EV Volumes. Despite total plug-in sales increasing between January and December last year, this was not helped by the country’s PHEV market. It experienced a run of monthly declines from July onwards. One reason for this poor performance was the decline of BYD. The brand accounted for 33.3% of total EV sales in China during 2025 and dominated the PHEV market. Yet its sales were down 9.9% across the year. However, with new players entering the PHEV market, 2026 will see more brand diversification. This could help boost figures, while new BYD models will also help impress buyers. BEV sales rose by just 4% in December 2025 following a run of double-digit improvements. China’s carmakers will be hoping this is not the start of a new trend, especially if the PHEV market continues to struggle. Tesla avoids suspension Tesla has avoided a 30-day suspension of its dealer and manufacturer license in California. This follows the brand halting its use of the term ‘Autopilot’ in its vehicle marketing in the state. The Department of Motor Vehicles adopted a decision that the use of the term is ‘misleading and violates state law’. This is linked to Tesla’s use of Autopilot to describe its advanced driver-assistance systems. Uber invests in autonomous charging Uber Technologies will invest more than $100 million (€84.9 million) into autonomous vehicle charging hubs, according to Reuters. The company will deploy DC fast charging stations at its fleet depots and other locations throughout priority cities. This is expected to begin in the Los Angeles Bay Area as well as Dallas, before hitting other hubs. Uber will also work with charge point operators to establish ‘utilisation guarantee agreements’. This will support the rollout of hundreds of new chargers in cities across the world. EV charging offer in the Netherlands Leasing provider, Ayvens, has launched a new EV charging offering. Ayvens Power promises customers in the Netherlands access to over one million charging points across Europe, spanning different operators. Drivers will get real-time availability and pricing details before arrival. Meanwhile, a fleet portal will provide charging insights, cost visibility and reporting tools. The solution is due to roll out in France, Germany, Italy, Belgium, and the UK later in 2026. Can Europe build EV batteries? Yann Vincent, CEO of the Automotive Cells Company (ACC), has questioned who will make batteries for Europe’s domestic carmakers. ‘One crucial question remains: who will manufacture the batteries for European cars?’ Vincent asked. ‘Asian players, particularly Chinese giants, as is already the case for 99% of them? At the risk of putting the strategic independence of European car manufacturers solely in the hands of BYD, CATL, LG, etc?’. The CEO also confirmed that the ramp-up of ACC’s gigafactory in Hauts-de-France is taking longer and costing more than expected. This is weakening the company’s financial position. He also stated the goal of building the factory was ‘too close to give up on.’
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VW tops European EV market as overall demand rises

This content previously appeared on the Autovista24 website. Electric vehicle (EV) deliveries surged across Europe in the first quarter of 2025, with Volkswagen (VW) reclaiming the top spot in the best-seller rankings. Autovista24 journalist Tom Hooker breaks down the latest data. A total of 847,591 EVs took to European roads in the first quarter of 2025, an increase of 20% year on year. This equated to a gain of 141,543 battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) compared to the first three months of 2024. The growth was mainly driven by all-electric powertrains, which saw registrations surge by 28%. According to the latest data from EV Volumes, March was the plug-in market’s best month, with deliveries rising by 22.3%. Strong growth was also recorded in January, up 20.7%, while February saw the lowest increase of 16.2%. BEVs continued to account for the majority of EV registrations, and its hold on the market grew in the first quarter, compared to one year prior. The technology made up 68.3% of the plug-in total from January to March, up 4.3 percentage points (pp) year on year. This meant the share of PHEVs dropped from 36% to 31.7%. Germany led Europe’s EV market in the first three months of 2025, accounting for 20.7% of all deliveries. The UK followed closely, just 1,761 units behind, with a 20.5% share. France ranked third with 11.3%, while Belgium and the Netherlands claimed 6% and 5.7% respectively. VW takes EV lead VW emerged as Europe’s best-selling brand in the first quarter of 2025, thanks to 94,273 units. This was the carmaker’s highest-ever volume in a quarter. It also marked an increase of 161.2% year on year. The carmaker took an 11.1% share of plug-in volumes from January to March, an improvement of 6pp. The ID.3, ID.4 and ID.7 were VW’s best-performing models, with the trio accounting for 60% of the marque's total. BMW secured second, reaching 78,896 deliveries, up 12.3% year on year. It made up 9.3% of the market, down from 9.9%. The BMW iX1 proved popular in this period, with 14,379 registrations. The brand was also helped by good performances from its X1 and 5-Series PHEV models, with 7,992 and 7,019 units respectively. Poor EV performances Mercedes-Benz came next with 58,152 units, down 8.1% compared to the first quarter of 2024. It also equated to its lowest quarterly figure since the second quarter of 2023. This caused the carmaker’s market share to fall from 9% to 6.9%. Its EQA SUV performed particularly well, posting 10,834 deliveries. Tesla ranked fourth, with registrations falling 37.3% year on year to 54,233 units. This gave the brand a 6.4% market share, nearly half of the 12.2% it held a year earlier. This marked its lowest quarterly total since the third quarter of 2022. However, its Model Y and Model 3 still topped Europe’s BEV market, with 30,407 and 23,388 units respectively. Volvo finished fifth, with 49,923 deliveries in the first quarter. This was a drop of 12.3% compared to the first three months of 2024, its worst performance since the fourth quarter of 2023. The manufacturer represented 5.9% of overall EV registrations, down by 2.2pp compared to one year ago. Its XC60 PHEV enjoyed a good start to the year, reaching 14,817 registrations. Audi claimed sixth with 44,101 units. This represented a 7.7% decline year on year, as its share also fell from 6.8% to 5.2%. The Q4 e-tron was a popular choice among customers, recording 17,164 deliveries. Cupra is coming Cupra secured seventh place with a record 39,106 registrations in the first quarter of 2025, a remarkable 124.6% increase year on year. The brand captured 4.6% of the total EV market, up 2.1 percentage points from 2024. The Cupra Born BEV performed especially well early in the quarter, recording 11,171 units between January and February. Then came Kia in eighth, with 37,624 deliveries, up 13.8%. However, due to increasing competition, its share dropped from 4.7% to 4.4%. The EV3 boosted the marque’s volume significantly, making up 48.7% of its total. Skoda landed ninth, as it saw 35,946 new EV models take to the road. This was a 105.3% improvement compared to the same period last year, giving it a 1.7pp increase in market share to 4.2%. Its Enyaq commanded the performance, representing 55.3% of the brand's plug-in total. Meanwhile, the Elroq, which entered the market in November 2024, recorded 6,531 registrations. The Skoda Kodiaq PHEV also helped, with 6,336 deliveries. Rounding out the top 10 was Renault, trailing Skoda by just 379 units. It posted 35,567 deliveries across the first three months of 2025. This was a year-on-year increase of 90% and marked the brand’s best quarterly period since the fourth quarter of 2022. The carmaker represented 4.2% of the overall EV market, up from 2.7%. The Renault 5, which began registrations in June 2024, made up 52.2% of the manufacturer’s total volume.

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