Serbia’s EU Path in Question: No Progress, Closer Ties with Russia, EP Warns
The European Parliament (EP) has expressed disappointment over Serbia’s lack of progress in advancing EU accession negotiations
Overall in 2019, new-car registrations increased by 1.2% across the European Union, reaching more than 15.3 million units in total and marking the sixth consecutive year of growth. The year started on weak footing due to the lasting impact of the introduction of the WLTP test in September 2018. Yet, the final quarter of 2019, and December in particular, pushed the full-year performance of the EU market into positive territory, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association said.
In December 2019, EU passenger car demand grew for the fourth month in a row (+21.7%), marking the highest December total on record to date. This was partially the result of a low base of comparison, as registrations fell by 8.4% in December 2018. However, specific market changes also contributed to this exceptional growth, the sector association reported.
Throughout the year, Volkswagen has consolidated its place at the top of car sales in the EU, with an increase of 3.1%. The group includes brands such as Audi, Porsche and Skoda.
The French automaker, which owns Peugeot, Citroen, Opel, Vauxhall, ranked second although it reports a 1.1% decline.
Its French rival Renault, ranked third with a 1.1% year-over-year increase, data show.
A significant portion of Bulgarians' savings is already held in euros, signaling the country's readiness for the currency switch, even before its official adoption
Japanese automaker Nissan Motor will cut over 10,000 additional jobs worldwide, bringing total layoffs — including previously announced ones — to around 20,000, or 15% of its global workforce, Japan’s public broadcaster NHK reported on Monday, citing Reut
In the coming months, anti-drone systems will be deployed at Bulgarian airports
In 2025, camping prices across Europe have seen notable increases, with the average cost of an overnight stay for two people – including a pitch, caravan, electricity, and local tax – ranging from €14.18 to €40.40.
In Sofia, the majority of home buyers are leaning toward new construction properties
Inflation in Bulgaria is projected to rise ahead of the country’s euro adoption
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