To make A-segment cars, it's better to have the kind of grouping of several (automakers) that are going to share a given investment and then make derivatives out of the common investment. Carlos Tavares More Quotes by Carlos Tavares More Quotes From Carlos Tavares Governments across the EU need to match the increasing pace at which we are launching these cars by dramatically stepping up investments in infrastructure. Moreover, they also have to put in place sustainable purchase incentives that are consistent across the EU. Carlos Tavares technology The word dialogue has become meaningless in Europe, politicians can decide rules without any discussion with industry. Carlos Tavares business Our partner is in the same mindset, they also want to accelerate. Carlos Tavares business Despite the decline of the global automotive markets for this first half, our commercial teams have managed to increase market shares in several countries. Carlos Tavares business If European carmakers do not sell enough electric vehicles by 2020, 2025 and 2030, they will be ruined by fines. This forces us to reserve significant volumes of batteries with Asian suppliers, who are awaiting us with a big smile. Carlos Tavares business The decision mechanisms in our joint ventures are intolerably slow. Carlos Tavares business