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Vehicle Dependability in China Shows Modest Improvement; Design-Related Problems Drive Overall Quality Trends
Vehicle dependability of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles in China has increased slightly in 2026.
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Nearly 90% of Customers Using Independent Service Providers Are Still Under Warranty
Overall aftersales service customer satisfaction in China continues to improve, according to the J.D. Power 2026 China Customer Service Index (CSI) Study SM, rising 5 points year over year to 794 (on a 1,000-point scale).
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New EV Sales Growth Forecast Globally in 2026
EV Volumes, part of JD Power, expects global new light vehicle sales to decline marginally year over year in 2026.
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The Automotive Update: What is forecast for Europe’s new EV market?
This episode unpacks the latest update from EV Volumes’ forecasting team. Listen now for key insights into new EV sales in Europe, alongside projections for the region’s big five markets. Which factors could most affect sales of electric models in the future?
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Further EU new-car market growth in May
May delivered another month of growth for the EU new-car market. But while electric vehicle (EV) sales remained strong, some larger markets saw weaker results. Autovista24 content specialist James Roberts assesses the latest data. In May, 955,013 new cars were registered in the EU, according to the latest ACEA data. This equated to a 3.2% […]
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How is Austria’s EV market progressing without purchase subsidies?
Austria’s new electric vehicle (EV) market was previously supported by purchase subsidies. But without their help in 2026, are other incentives sustaining demand? Tom Hooker, Autovista24 journalist, reviews the market. Purchase subsidies can be a major driver in boosting EV sales. This is especially true within the private sector. Austria’s EV market has previously benefited […]
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The Automotive Update: A closer look at key European new-car markets
As Europe’s major new-car markets approach the second half of 2026, how did they fare in May? Which ones are on track for success in 2026? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus reveals all in the Automotive Update podcast. Is the French new-car market becoming reliant on one powertrain? Will the UK meet its zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) […]
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China’s EV decline continues as BEV and PHEV sales struggle in April
The battery-electric vehicle (BEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) markets in China struggled again in April. But was there any consistency among the best-selling models? Autovista24 special content editor Phil Curry examines the latest data. China’s electric vehicle (EV) market continued its downward spiral in April, as BEVs and PHEVs lost ground compared to 2025. The […]
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Can a new support package bolster Italy’s automotive fortunes?
The Italian new-car market enjoyed another month of growth in May. But can a major new industry funding framework provide a catalyst for further prosperity? Autovista24 content specialist James Roberts assesses the latest industry data. May underlined a strong first five months of 2026 for the Italian new-car market. In total, 150,043 new passenger cars […]
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Have Germany’s new EV incentives made an impact?
The online portal for Germany’s new electric vehicle (EV) incentives opened in May. This came as the powertrain group bolstered the overall new-car market, while internal-combustion engine (ICE) models struggled. Tom Hooker, Autovista24 journalist, analyses the impact of incentives. The German new-car market narrowly managed its fourth month of consecutive year-on-year growth in May. Registrations […]
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Is Spain’s new-car market suffering from EV incentive uncertainty?
A leading light in Europe’s new-car market landscape, Spain, witnessed a rare downturn in May. As electric vehicle (EV) incentives continue to be formalised, is there any cause for concern? Autovista24 content specialist James Roberts assesses the latest data. Spain’s new-car market recorded a year-on-year decline in May, the first such fall since December 2025. […]
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Another month of EU new-car market growth spurred by EVs
Propelled by consumer demand, the EU’s new-car market grew again in April. Additionally, the bloc is seeing increased electric vehicle (EV) uptake, disrupting the powertrain dynamic. Autovista24 content specialist James Roberts investigates the latest data. In April 972,314 new passenger cars took to the EU’s roads, according to the latest data from ACEA. This marked […]