After weeks of high-level dialogue meetings with industry and civil society, the European Commission has published its highly anticipated Industrial Action Plan for the Automotive Sector.

The German elections had everyone’s eyes on Sunday, and the results were clear. Friedrich Merz and the CDU/CSU have won and are already looking to chart a new course for Germany, especially on security and defence.

As ‘Donald Trump 2.0’ kicks-off by pulling the US out of the Paris Climate Agreement and putting a pause on foreign assistance, Poland has launched its six-month EU Council Presidency under a different rallying cry: “Security, Europe!”.

The Parliament Committee’s Chairs, Vice-Chairs and Coordinators have been chosen. Did we guess correctly in our predictions? Check out our updated cards deck for sustainability, energy and mobility files.

As Hungary assumes the Council of the EU Presidency, it’s clear they have a vision to reshape Europe’s future. Moving away from the European Green Deal, Hungary is championing a New European Competitiveness Deal, emphasising defence and energy security as top priorities.

The automotive industry is a major driver of economic growth and job creation in Europe, but it is also at a critical juncture shaped by factors like global emission targets and automation. In the first episode of ‘tomorrow’s politics’, the logos podcast series looking at Europe’s post-election future, we talk about this strategic sector with our expert and interviewee, Abayomi Otubushin.

The 2024 EU elections could lead us to one of the most right-leaning and fragmented Parliaments the EU has ever seen. Which MEPs might be leading climate and environmental legislation in the coming term? Here’s the logos prediction on new faces, repeat MEPs and returning politicians to look out for.

Europe’s carbon management potential is vital for success in a carbon-conscious market. While the Netherlands, UK and Norway lead with robust CO2 frameworks, countries like Germany are lagging. We analyse efforts, and how an EU-wide regulatory framework will be essential to support take-off.

Brussels is buzzing with activity as the EU prepares for elections. While uncertainties abound, a series of key files for the automotive sector will surely be on the next Commission’s agenda. We analyse what will likely be the 4 most important ones.

Navigating the evolving European Defence landscape amid a consequential election year.