: To improve affordability, the EU is introducing "super credits" and a harmonized definition for small electric cars (up to 4.2 meters) to encourage lower-cost EV production [19].
: Companies like Volkswagen are using AI to reduce production costs and improve energy efficiency in real-time [22]. new*cars
: Advanced safety features like LiDAR and improved Automotive Voice interfaces are becoming standard expectations to meet "Safety of the Intended Functionality" (SOTIF) reports [16]. 5. Consumer Buying Advice : To improve affordability, the EU is introducing
: Traditional fuel shares are shrinking; petrol market share fell to 26.6% in 2025, while diesel dropped to 8.9% [9]. 2. High-Profile 2026 Vehicle Launches : To improve affordability
: The EU's Regulation (EU) 2023/851 mandates a 100% emission reduction for new passenger cars by 2035 [13].