European Commission asks cybersecurity agency to prepare the EU’s certification scheme for 5G networks
The Commission has tasked the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity, ENISA, to prepare the EU's cybersecurity certification scheme for 5G networks that will help address risks related to technical...
03 February 2021 - Read more
European Commission: €2.9 billion public support for a second pan-European research and innovation project along the entire battery value chain
The Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a second Important Project of Common European Interest (“IPCEI”) to support research and innovation in the battery value chain. The project,...
27 January 2021 - Read more
Optimism and caution prevail, entering into 2021 – Newsletter Editorial January 2021
The automotive and mobility technology suppliers have started the year 2021 with mixed feelings of optimism and caution. Optimism, because demand for vehicles and components is picking up more rapid...
21 January 2021 - Read more
EC: New report on ‘Industry 5.0’ published
The EU’s recovery requires the acceleration of the twin green and digital transitions, to build a more sustainable and resilient society and economy. Industry is among the key drivers of this dual t...
07 January 2021 - Read more
EU-China investment agreement is hopeful sign, but clarity on substance is critical
Europe’s automotive suppliers welcome the conclusion of negotiations between the EU and China on a Comprehensive Agreement on Investment
Sigrid de Vries, CLEPA secretary general, comments...
30 December 2020 - Read more
Automotive suppliers comment on the EU-UK trade deal
The European Association of Automotive Suppliers, CLEPA, welcomes the Christmas trade agreement between the EU and UK and thanks all parties involved for their commitment to getting a deal agreed. Th...
24 December 2020 - Read more
Industry statements on SCIP database: mayor concerns on denomination of substances and the submission process
The database of Substances of Concern or 'SCIP' is raisin two mayor concerns around the automotive industry: Both on the denomination of the substances and on the submission process.
On 4 December,...
16 December 2020 - Read more
CLEPA Aftermarket Conference 2021- spring edition announced for 4 March
The 11th edition of the Aftermarket Conference has been announced for 4 March, in form of a virtual event, in order to accommodate to the realities of the current pandemic.
Furthermor...
11 December 2020 - Read more
CLEPA Materials Regulations Event will take place online on 4 and 5 May 2021
The automotive industry uses a large number of materials to build vehicles. These materials have evolved greatly over the decades, becoming more sophisticated, better built, and safer. T...
11 December 2020 - Read more
Keeping mobility affordable will become a crucial question – Newsletter Editorial December 2020
People cherish the freedom, comfort, and safety of their cars, and more goods than ever are being delivered to our doorsteps each and every day. COVID-19 has, apart from the pressure it’s been showi...
10 December 2020 - Read more
A manageable transition to climate neutrality rests on competitive technologies
Sigrid de Vries, Secretary General of CLEPA comments on the Strategy for Sustainable and Smart Mobility, adopted today by the European Commission:
“A manageable transition, for the climate, indus...
09 December 2020 - Read more
EIB Group promises €150 million in support to Artificial Intelligence
Yesterday at the 2020 Web Summit in Lisbon, the European Investment Bank (EIB) together with the European Investment Fund (EIF) launched a new financing instrument, in the form of a co-investme...
03 December 2020 - Read more
Portugal reveals its priorities ahead of EU Council Presidency
Portugal has held the Presidency of the Council on three separate occasions: 1992, 2000, and 2007. Portugal will assume the six-month rotating EU Council presidency for the fourth time on 1 January 20...
03 December 2020 - Read more
Stakeholders’ joint letter: Sustainable renewable fuels should be included in the EU mobility legislation
On 30 November 2020, CLEPA together with 38 associations and companies, collaboratively signed and sent a letter, calling on the European Commission to include sustainable renewable fuels in EU mobi...
30 November 2020 - Read more
GHG emission levels lowest they’ve been in three decades according to EU Climate Action Progress Reports
On 30 November, the European Commission adopted its annual EU Climate Action Progress Report, covering the EU’s progress in cutting greenhouse gas emissions in 2019. What stood out was the conclusi...
30 November 2020 - Read more
Grupo Antolin’s “Clean interiors” most voted supplier aid initiative for COVID-19 relief
The whole automotive supply industry has been greatly affected by the COVID-19 crisis. But not all the news has been disheartening. In response to the health emergency, and especially the cries for mo...
30 November 2020 - Read more
Record number of award entries confirms critical importance of technology leadership in challenging times
Aptiv, BorgWarner, Continental, and Valeo emerge as winners of the 2020 edition of the CLEPA Innovation Awards
The SME Special Prize recognises Automotus, Chargetrip, e-troFit, Robby Moto Eng...
25 November 2020 - Read more
Euro 7: A coalition of transport and energy stakeholders voices their concerns in a letter to the European Commission
A coalition of transport and energy stakeholders has written to the European Commission voicing concerns on the process the Commission is following in the DG GROW Advisory Group on Vehicle Emission...
24 November 2020 - Read more
The ITS World Congress opens call for contributions
The 27th ITS World Congress will take place in Hamburg from 11–15 October 2021 under the banner ‘Experience Future Mobility Now’.
The Congress will focus on innovative ITS soluti...
24 November 2020 - Read more
EEA: 2020 Air quality report shows improvement in Europe’s air quality over past decade
Europe has managed to make significant strides to improve the air quality according to the European Environment Agency’s (EEA) Air Quality in Europe - 2020 Report, which analysed air quality data...
23 November 2020 - Read more
European Commission presents final road safety figures for 2019
15 November marked the 25th World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, a day to remember those killed or injured on the roads.
During the same day, the European Commission presented the ro...
16 November 2020 - Read more
Have your say: Vote for the most relevant initiative carried out by automotive suppliers to help relieve the impact of COVID-19
During the health emergency of 2020, many companies from the mobility ecosystem proactively used their facilities to develop technologies and produce brand-new protective equipment and items which hos...
12 November 2020 - Read more
Final stretch to 2021 to remain bumpy, industry sentiment slightly improved – Newsletter Editorial November 2020
2020 has been an incredibly challenging year for the world, and the remaining weeks will not change that picture. The fall-out from the US elections, the cliff-edge scenario posed by a no-deal Brexit,...
12 November 2020 - Read more
Automotive selected as pioneer ecosystem to be part of the Pact for Skills
On Tuesday 10 November, as part of the European Vocational Skills Week, Commissioners Schmit and Breton officially launched the Pact for Skills, a central element of the European Skills Agenda.
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12 November 2020 - Read more
European Parliament and Council agree on €1.8 trillion package to help build greener, more digital and more resilient Europe
On 10 November 2020, the European Parliament and EU Member States in the Council reached an agreement on the next long-term budget and NextGenerationEU, the temporary recovery instrument.
Once adop...
11 November 2020 - Read more