The Road Ahead
Navigating legal change in the global automotive sector (2025 edition)
The global automotive industry is navigating one of its most complex periods of change. Businesses across the value chain are being tested by sweeping US tariffs and new regulations related to emissions standards, EV incentives and autonomous vehicles.
Our annual report brings together the most significant developments from the EU, Germany, France, UK, US, China and Japan.
Drawing on Freshfields’ global reach and sector expertise, it provides a concise overview of recent and upcoming changes in trade, renewables, emissions, corporate obligations, technology, data, and more – helping clients assess both the risks and opportunities ahead.
In the rapidly transforming automotive industry, regulatory change is the constant. We hope this report, drawing on Freshfields’ breadth of experience in all things automotive, will provide our clients in the industry with valuable insights needed to navigate that change
James Roberts
Partner
