For decades, Europe led the global automotive industry, shaping the future of transportation. However, in recent years, Europe has fallen behind in the race for emerging automotive technologies, particularly batteries. As China has come to dominate the EV and battery sectors – producing 12 million EVs annually compared to Europe’s 2.4 million – the balance of power has shifted, putting Europe’s automotive future at risk.
In this webinar, Revolutionary Change – Or Extinction: A discussion on Europe’s Auto & Battery Industry on February 27th at 17:00 CET, we will explore learnings from Dunne Insights’ report for the European Initiative for Energy Security’s “Europe Auto & Battery Industry: Revolutionary Change – Or Extinction.” The report provides a comprehensive roadmap to help Europe reclaim its competitive edge, shedding light on Europe’s current position in the global auto and battery race and the urgency in addressing Europe’s critical mineral and battery supply chain vulnerabilities. Earlier this month, EIES’s Executive Director, Albéric Mongrenier, was quoted in an exclusive S&P Global article that marked the date of the report release.
Join us to learn about the bold policy and industry actions required to secure a competitive future for Europe’s automotive sector. Expert speakers include:
- Michael Dunne: Founder, Dunne Insights
- Jos Dings: Former Director, Public Policy and Business Development EMEA, Tesla
- Fabrice Stassin: Secretary General, Batteries European Partnership Association
- Moderated by Isabelle Dupraz: Deputy Director, EIES
Themes to be discussed:
- The Battery Race: Why Europe is falling behind and the growing threat of reliance on Chinese manufacturers.
- Policy Levers: How policymakers can use tariffs, financial support, and international partnerships to protect Europe’s automotive industry.
- Strategic Action: The immediate steps needed to prioritize innovation, secure supply chains, and enhance industrial competitiveness.
