Publications

Executive Summary The European Automotive Industry Associations welcome the European Commission’s announcements in the Industrial Action Plan for the European automotive sector[1] to strengthen its competitiveness. This plan includes establishing a European Connected and Autonomous Vehicle Alliance and a dedicated Automotive Joint Undertaking (JU), building on existing Partnerships in the road t...
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The automotive industry is vital for the European economy, jobs, and growth, and it contributes approximately €1 trillion to the EU’s gross domestic product. Nevertheless, the industry is undergoing a drastic transformation, and the US and China are challenging European competitiveness. A sense of urgency exists to safeguard the sector and European prosperity while advancing […]
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EUCAR calls for an ambitious and industry-relevant next framework programme (FP10) to strengthen the EU economy and businesses while prioritising research and innovation for society’s benefit. Bold leadership is needed to reshape the next framework programme to industrial needs while aligning stakeholders behind a common purpose. Agile and flexible tools should facilitate R&I actions in ...
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This meta-study compares the evolution of energy carriers such as electricity, hydrogen, and synthetic fuels in these relevant roadmaps and reports, providing a comprehensive understanding of the EU energy system and its impact on the road transport sector. The international studies considered in their scenarios, vary widely regarding the depicted level of climate ambitions. While […]
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EUCAR is fully committed to achieving the Green Deal target of a climate-neutral continent by 2050. Our highest priority is to mitigate the impacts of climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions from our products and operations. We develop sustainable mobility solutions, by means of energy and resource-efficient technologies that are carbon-neutral over the entire […]
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EUCAR is fully committed to achieving safer, cleaner, smarter and more efficient transport solutions. Digitalisation of Road Transport and its technologies will play a vital role in it: Supporting the Vision Zero targets set for 2050 by decreasing the number of road fatalities and accidents. Further reducing transport emissions and congestion, while ensuring inclusive mobility […]
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