All articles by David Leggett

David Leggett

Just Auto’s Editor since 2000. Past positions include head of automotive forecasting at the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), forecast analyst at IHS Markit and senior economist at the UK’s Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

News

UPDATE: Trump hits pause on Mexico import tariffs

Agreement with Mexico is for one month pause on tariffs to allow for further negotiations.

News

New US tariffs threaten auto industry, could spike car prices by US$3,000

GlobalData warns tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China may cost US auto market 1 million annual sales, with manufacturers and consumers bearing the brunt of rising costs.

Comment

Global automotive: 10 predictions for 2025

GlobalData’s analysts outline ten key trends shaping the world’s auto industry in 2025.

Features

UK election – BEVs must be at the heart of strategy for autos

A new government should address strategy towards an industrial sector that is vital for the economy and ambitious net-zero aims

Features

Stellantis’ Tavares and his delicate Leapmotor balancing act

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares navigates the challenges of managing a multinational corporation, balancing competitive pressures from Chinese EV makers with strategic moves in Europe and beyond.