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Reflecting on automotive trends in 2025

In this end-of-year special, Jacqui sits down with Paul Hilton from Jato Dynamics to unpack the biggest automotive trends of 2025 and what’s coming in 2026.

From EV adoption realities to the rise of hybrids, regional surprises, and the growing importance of data-driven strategies, this episode is packed with insights for OEMs, retailers, and anyone passionate about the future of mobility.

Highlights include:

Why EV adoption slowed in key markets and which regions outperformed expectations

How affordability became the battleground for OEMs in 2025

The South American boom and what drove it

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