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).

UPDATE: Trump hits pause on Mexico import tariffs

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

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.

Global automotive: 10 predictions for 2025

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

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

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.

Renault/WeRide autonomous vehicle collaboration awaits Paris debut

Robotised electric miniBus platform based on Renault Master and company sees annual volumes of ‘several thousands’

What the UK Government must do to increase EV uptake

In a guest editorial, Quentin Willson argues the case for UK Government policies that would increase EV take-up and boost Britain’s auto industry

Ford surprises investors with latest financials

Despite a Q4 loss due to one-offs, the full-year 2023 numbers surprised analysts on upside

Auto industry and sustainability under the radar again at COP28

COP28 itself may be underwhelming from an auto industry standpoint, but it’s not the whole story

Global light vehicle production in gradual recovery phase

Capacity utilization stays depressed in GlobalData’s latest forecast