Polestar hits record Q1 sales
Polestar has reported its highest-ever first-quarter retail sales, delivering 13,126 cars in Q1 2026, up 7% from 12,263 units in Q1 2025. Read More...
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Audi delivers 1.6 million vehicles in 2025
Volkswagen Group’s Audi has reported the sale of more than 1.6 million vehicles worldwide in 2025, marking a decline of around 3% year-on-year, as geopolitical and economic pressures continued to weigh on the global automotive market. Read More...
Automotive revenue down for Renault in Q1
Renault Group posted steady results for the first quarter of 2025, though automotive revenue declined year-on-year. Read More...
Stock jumps for Tesla despite Q1 loss
Tesla shares increased this week despite revenue losses in Q1, as CEO Elon Musk announced he would focus more on the company. Read More...
OEMs ready for change in ILM May/June 2025
The automotive industry is bracing itself for a period of change and transformation, and two OEMs are featured in ILM's May/June 2025 edition, available now. Read More...
Polestar exits China despite massive Q1 growth
Polestar reported massive sales volume growth for its first quarter results, but has scaled back its operations in China. Read More...
BYD reports record revenue in 2024
Chinese OEM BYD has reported record revenue and 29% growth for its 2024 financial results. Read More...
Mercedes-Benz reports declines in 2024
Mercedes-Benz has announced declines in its financial results for 2024 and introduced a multi-year strategy to enhance resilience and long-term performance. Read More...
Stellantis anticipates return to growth in 2025
Stellantis has announced declines in its full 2024 financial results but predicts a return to growth and profitability in 2025. Read More...
EU car registrations start 2025 with decline
European Union (EU) passenger car registrations experienced a downturn in January 2025, according to the latest data from the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA). Read More...
