Anticipating the upcoming stage of the Covid-19 pandemic: Predictions for European automotive industry and supply chain adjustments
After a near-month-long shutdown, vehicle production is gradually resuming in Europe. This resurgence is being closely monitored by the automotive industry, with key players resuming output at their assembly plants across the continent.
A comprehensive report on 2020 European vehicle registrations and production, titled ECG Business Intelligence, offers valuable insights into this critical period. This report is a collaborative effort between ECG and Automotive from Ultima Media, focusing specifically on the vehicle logistics sector.
The report provides data and analysis on how manufacturers and suppliers need to adapt their production processes in the face of the ongoing crisis. It delves into the necessity of adapting supply chains, logistics, and finished vehicle distribution to resume operations effectively in the next phase of the crisis.
ECG Business Intelligence offers a forecast of 2020 European vehicle registrations and production, broken down by month. This forecast takes into account the uncertainties surrounding the ongoing length of lockdown restrictions in Europe and the volatile conditions in the supply and logistics chain.
The report also discusses the need for new health and safety requirements, which will undoubtedly pose constraints for OEMs, suppliers, and service providers. Additionally, it sheds light on market and regulatory issues that industry players are likely to encounter.
It's worth noting that the OEM participating in the resumption of production in European assembly plants, as mentioned in the reports, is primarily KTM. Specifically, KTM's facilities in Mattighofen and Munderfing, Austria, have restarted production as part of a 2025 restructuring and financing effort involving Bajaj Auto.
The report is exclusively available for ECG members and partners. For those interested, ECG Business Intelligence can be downloaded in full.
In conclusion, the resumption of vehicle production in Europe is a significant step towards normalcy in the automotive industry. However, the road ahead is fraught with challenges, and OEMs, suppliers, and service providers will need to navigate volatile conditions to ensure a smooth and sustainable recovery.
