https://gowlingwlg.com/ecaapi/en-ae/rss/resource?sector=AutomotiveGowling WLG Resources RSS Feedaae9cd3f-5a50-4a4d-8bab-1aada05bfee2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/drip-dripfine-the-cma-targets-drip-pricing-againThe CMA has intensified its crackdown on drip pricing, securing nearly £2m in consumer refunds and £6m in fines. New investigations highlight growing risks for businesses that exclude mandatory fees from advertised prices, making pricing transparency and compliance essential.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 Z54d83f3e-400e-4b81-851c-a3f1aa396ffahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/subscriptions-savings-and-scrutinyThe government's latest consumer reforms target misleading pricing practices and subscription traps, placing greater scrutiny on how businesses engage with consumers. We explore the proposed changes, their interaction with the DMCCA, and what organisations should do now.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 Zb853516f-1f4d-437a-9cb1-aff976cda93fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2024/employment-law-changes-2024The Government has advanced employment law reforms, including expanded trade union rights, stronger industrial action protections, updated tips guidance and new right to work obligations from October 2026. Employers should also monitor developments on the Fair Work Agency, gender pay reporting and contract changes.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 Z6b007a25-6c59-414d-9e38-2465b5b0eef9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2026/corporate-team-advises-on-sale-of-jaltek-holdings-limited-to-norautron-asOur Corporate team has advised the shareholders of Jaltek Holdings Limited, a UK-based provider of advanced electronics manufacturing services, on a pre-sale reorganisation and subsequent sale to Norautron AS, supporting the group's continued international growth strategy.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 Zf792d850-9118-4664-b1a0-758f33e4635chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/too-hot-to-work-the-legal-risks-behind-britains-heatwaveAs UK heatwaves intensify, businesses face growing legal risks around workplace safety, infrastructure resilience, contracts and property. With no maximum workplace temperature, organisations must assess and manage heat-related risks proactively to remain compliant and commercially prepared.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z08c8fc85-1d8b-4c96-909b-8c4e5edde654https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/riddor-reform-and-section-250Two imminent legal changes will increase organisations’ exposure to criminal liability, expanding senior manager accountability and broadening incident reporting under RIDDOR. The changes will raise regulatory visibility and risk for those responsible for compliance, health and safety, insurance and governance.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Z0cb4ea07-216e-4735-985d-11850e0ca5f7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/time-to-face-the-music-on-drip-pricingThe CMA is rapidly advancing its crackdown on drip pricing, closing a number of its investigations and securing over £1.95 million in refunds and £5.7 million in fines, signalling a tougher, faster-moving consumer enforcement regime.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Zb370877f-60be-416a-aa42-245288b9b4dehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/you-didnt-tick-it-you-shouldnt-pay-it-cma-targets-online-add-onsThe CMA has fined Marks Electrical £720k for using pre‑ticked boxes to sell add‑ons, with £600k to be refunded to customers. Enforcement on ‘dark patterns’ is accelerating, reinforcing that optional extras must require clear, active consumer consent.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Zafda2d03-0748-4a86-bf49-8211ed23c9f8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/pay-to-parent-ryanairs-family-fees-hit-turbulenceThe CMA is investigating Ryanair’s family seating charges, focusing on fairness and price transparency. The case highlights growing enforcement risk around ‘drip pricing’ and signals a wider regulatory crackdown on hidden or unavoidable consumer costs.Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Z39317f16-8055-4ff3-8093-405eeeafc997https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/reports/2026/risky-businessGeopolitical volatility is no longer a background risk for business leaders. It is shaping strategy, investment and governance decisions in real time. 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These dependencies underpin key industries, meaning maritime chokepoints can rapidly impact supply chains, financing and strategic transactions globally.Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 Z195fba82-9ad3-46ed-b17f-75dddec20700https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/what-cam-pathfinder-signals-for-autonomous-mobility-in-the-ukWed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 Z8b8e8d5c-d308-4e9d-8d6c-3f91a4f44d1dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/fca-motor-finance-redress-scheme-legal-challengeThe FCA has issued updated guidance on its motor finance redress scheme amid legal challenge, confirming delays to implementation while urging firms to continue preparations and plan for a contingency scenario where compensation is driven by complaints rather than an industry-wide scheme.Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 Z275c9350-8522-4ce4-937e-e472339b5191https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/uk-steel-trade-measures-from-july-2026New UK steel trade measures taking effect from 1 July 2026 will reduce tariff free quotas and raise above quota tariffs, reshaping import conditions and supply chains. Businesses should assess exposure and plan ahead. Read the article for key considerations.Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 Z9da5ebb8-4f45-472c-923f-be77217d5fa6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/reports/2026/the-future-in-motionThe UK's transport system is at a turning point.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z492c3296-2a2e-4d84-b2ad-3141354239c3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/big-picture-for-business-2026-q1-snapshotQ1 2026 has reshaped the business outlook. Geopolitical tensions, trade disruption and energy supply shocks are weighing on growth and inflation expectations, while interest rate cuts recede. At the same time, accelerating AI investment is reshaping markets and strategy.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Zac70a7be-634a-4ee8-b0a8-3a53628a1dd5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/putting-the-brakes-on-drip-pricingThe Competition and Market Authority's first use of its new consumer enforcement powers delivers a £5 million hit for drip pricing. Fines are fast and high. If you advertise prices, act now.Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z30228d89-d8e1-4708-bbf5-895ad3372581https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/five-stars-zero-substance-the-cma-takes-aim-at-misleading-reviewsOnline reviews are firmly in the CMA’s sights. New DMCCA powers mean tougher enforcement and bigger fines, with investigations already under way across multiple sectors. Use reviews? Now’s the time to check your policy and practices.Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Zd3c1e08b-a936-4c18-ba31-a8b433fe4b4dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/fca-confirms-motor-finance-redress-scheme-what-you-need-to-know-about-timing-and-eligibilityThe FCA has confirmed its long‑awaited motor finance redress scheme, clarifying who may be compensated, how redress is calculated, and key timelines. We explore what lenders and brokers need to do now, and how to prepare.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Za2e5cf6e-e96f-4f2a-84d8-eb95170ce192https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/bitesize-boilerplate-small-clauses-big-impact-focus-on-force-majeureForce majeure clauses provide vital contractual protection when external events disrupt performance. 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The question the industry must confront is whether the licensing models inherited from an earlier era can still deliver life-saving innovation to patients efficiently, or if something new is required?Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Zbcc0d079-1d33-4695-85e5-91cd1b37fdbahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/bitesize-boilerplate-small-clauses-big-impactSmall clauses can carry big risk. Part two of our Bitesize Boilerplate series explores assignment clauses and why they matter. Read part two now and follow the series to stay ahead of common contractual pitfalls.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Z2134c4e0-2b94-4e99-87db-56dc6bf6764dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/bitesize-boilerplate-small-clauses-big-impact-focus-on-variationSmall clauses can carry big risk. In long‑term contracts, variation clauses often decide who controls change. Part one of our Bitesize Boilerplate series explains why they matter.Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Zbcf2687c-adee-4626-95e5-e73fe20ef00bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/why-legal-strategy-now-defines-supply-chain-strengthVolatility, technology shifts and regulation have made supply‑chain resilience a legal challenge. Smart contracts, risk allocation, ESG and IP strategy now drive competitiveness.Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Z1225288e-7c1b-4133-b235-0db7dcb92f71https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/built-for-humans-challenged-by-aiWho owns AI‑created brands, and does IP law still work when AI buys for us? Discover the answers at INTA 2026 with global experts and new data.Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Z8dedbc4b-a0eb-4345-9882-e54ee01937a9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/uk-machinery-legislation-what-the-governments-response-means-for-advanced-manufacturingMon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Z154240c7-677d-4e10-adc9-47b139d21ef8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/redomiciliation-a-uae-perspectiveRedomiciliation to the UAE offers new flexibility for companies seeking operational, tax and regulatory advantages. From legal considerations to employee impacts, businesses must plan carefully. Read the full article to explore the seven key questions every company should assess.Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 Z00e02d76-65e7-4bff-823e-b84c724e4a20https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2026/how-is-canada-managing-the-end-of-life-for-ev-batteriesCanada’s transition to electric vehicles is bringing new attention to what happens when EV batteries reach the end of their useful life. This article examines the current regulatory landscape, emerging industry-led initiatives, and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 Z8223cad4-b226-42af-94c1-5e4b37e5d355https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2026/capital-markets-team-advises-pipehawk-plcOur Capital Markets team advised PipeHawk on its £1 million disposal of Utsi Electronics to Leidi Global Supply, supporting working capital and refocusing operations. Completion depends on NSI Act clearance. The deal was led by Partner Hugh Maule with Yasmin Samaroo.Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 Z4a8128b0-1a1f-4e2d-aa9f-c1f01a67537ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/face-value-data-scrapingWhat do you need to know about the GDPR’s global reach in the age of AI? In this article, we focus on the Upper Tribunal’s decision in ICO v Clearview AI and what it means for biometric data, international transfers and compliance risk management.Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:00:00 Z08c7f0a8-d6fc-4a80-9eb7-ea5afb90b5a9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/cybersecurity-are-you-prepared-to-report-ransom-paymentsThe UK is moving closer to introducing new ransomware laws, including a potential ban on payments for critical infrastructure and public sector bodies. Proposals also include mandatory incident reporting and a regime to prevent payments under certain conditions. These changes aim to disrupt cybercrime and strengthen national resilience. 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Read our full insight for practical guidance.Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:00:00 Zd0414f76-0fde-40c4-9555-04f3ef6f4f9dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2025/uk-court-of-appeal-clarifies-redaction-test-in-optis-v-apple-frand-licensing-disputeThe Court of Appeal’s latest decision in Optis v Apple clarifies when UK courts will redact confidential information in judgments.Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 Zd33dd0f7-1419-435c-9877-55c477760df7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/informal-communications-formal-consequencesThe Court of Appeal confirmed that under English law, a binding contract can arise informally, here via WhatsApp, calls and email, between DAZN and Coupang over FIFA Club World Cup rights, despite outstanding terms and expectation of a formal agreement.Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 Zfa27054a-5fb9-4b6a-98e5-66bd172ebcf1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/understanding-eccta-what-is-the-reasonable-procedures-defence-and-how-does-it-affect-your-contractsAs of 1 September 2025, large UK companies face criminal liability under ECCTA for failing to prevent fraud by associated persons. Unlimited fines apply unless “reasonable procedures” exist. We explore how contract wording supports compliance, risk assessment, and government guidance.Thu, 09 Oct 2025 00:00:00 Zb04999d5-4e13-41d2-909a-58c72d11d500https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/navigating-climate-challengeAs New York Climate Week unfolds, it builds momentum ahead of COP30 in Brazil. Business will play central part in the event, highlighting the need for cross-sector collaboration on climate action. In this article, we outline the key themes from the week and their significance for business.Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 Z03f9e3f5-6803-4354-b000-74545dee98c0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/supporting-growth-what-does-the-uks-industrial-strategy-mean-for-infrastructureWhat does the UK’s revived Industrial Strategy mean for infrastructure, planning and investment? Explore how sector-based growth, regulatory reform and place-based funding could reshape the UK’s economic future.Fri, 19 Sep 2025 00:00:00 Z78c7808e-0f43-4de3-9223-7bf8bde2c18bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2025/capital-markets-team-advises-aurrigo-international-plc-on-14-million-fundraiseOur Capital Markets team advised Aurrigo International plc on a £14.1m fundraise to scale autonomous vehicle tech, expand teams, and relocate to larger facilities. The deal involved a Placing, Subscription and WRAP offer.Fri, 05 Sep 2025 00:00:00 Zf8b66cdf-2084-4382-ad1d-7ae1564927afhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/your-step-by-step-guide-to-the-uks-important-design-law-consultationThe UK government is consulting on reforms to modernise design law, creating a framework tailored for the digital age to better support UK innovation and creativity.Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:00:00 Zeec90f5e-9652-4835-8582-6aa40a485a96https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/supreme-court-clarifies-no-fiduciary-duty-owed-by-car-dealers-in-finance-arrangementsThe UK Supreme Court ruled on the legality of commission payments in car finance, impacting lenders, dealers, and consumers. We review the key points of the landmark decisions and the implications for the finance industry.Thu, 21 Aug 2025 00:00:00 Zf4319408-ac06-4e8e-a875-51feeb061586https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2025/product-regulation-and-metrology-act-receives-royal-assent-product-safety-reform-explainedThe Product Regulation and Metrology Act 2025 now includes software in UK product safety law, granting government broad powers to regulate digital and physical products. Tech firms, platforms and manufacturers should urgently reassess their compliance and operations.Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 Zb859a280-0ebe-49b2-907a-469ed17024cahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2025/breaking-the-chain-top-tips-for-avoiding-and-resolving-supply-chain-disputesGlobal supply chains face disruption from economic, geopolitical, regulatory, and technological forces. At London International Disputes Week, Gowling WLG's panel explored how businesses can anticipate, mitigate, and seek redress for such issues, with insights from international legal experts.Tue, 15 Jul 2025 00:00:00 Zcb632d3c-e14b-4c19-8269-49be91c067dbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/tech-trade-and-talent-modern-industrial-strategy-launched-to-future-proof-uk-economyThe UK’s 10-year Modern Industrial Strategy sets a bold path for growth, innovation, and investment. With sector-wide reforms and legal foundations in place, it aims to future-proof the economy and position the UK as a global leader. Explore our comprehensive summary of the Strategy and what this means for businesses.Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 Z56c53b67-3ce5-42bd-8096-11055238de38https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2025/what-you-can-do-if-global-supply-chains-break-downOn Wednesday, 4 June 2025 during London International Disputes Week (LIDW) we hosted an insightful event featuring an international panel of experts who discussed the common challenges faced in global supply chains and how to address them.Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:00:00 Z4ce1d59d-a96f-422f-9c06-aa37bd904565https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/diagnostics-data-and-the-drive-to-hybrid-key-takeaways-from-automechanikaAutomechanika returned to the NEC, uniting global OEM and aftermarket leaders. The event highlighted current innovations and future challenges, showcasing the sector’s resilience and commitment to growth, innovation, and adapting to change despite recent industry difficulties.Wed, 11 Jun 2025 00:00:00 Z721fa692-8fb3-4120-b1ef-ea988f1b71b9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2025/gowling-wlg-advised-vision-truck-group-with-acquisition-of-expressway-trucksVision Truck Group has acquired Expressway Trucks, bringing together two established businesses in Canada’s heavy truck sector.Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 Z5446c849-ac1b-4317-8b86-7c17844f4e04https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/eu-courts-can-overreach-in-foreign-patent-disputesThe Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has ruled in BSH v Electrolux case that courts of EU Member States may hear claims for infringement of foreign patents when seised by domicile. We explore the scope of the reasoning and inconsistencies in the court's position.Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 Zb4d455f5-5d38-4252-ae5a-997d2fe3a3fchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/uk-and-us-announce-trade-deal-with-concessions-for-the-automotive-industryThe automotive sector has been a key part of the new UK and US trade deal, with tariffs to be reduced and future concessions a possibility. The deal allows greater job security in the UK automotive industry and a welcome reduction in trade barriers.Thu, 08 May 2025 00:00:00 Zaa9e5294-1471-46c0-b79a-d05bce88f44dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/motor-finance-face-offThe Supreme Court has heard the appeal of Hopcraft, Johnson & Wrench regarding motor finance commission payments to car dealers, often paid secretly to incentivise certain lenders or finance deals to customers. We look at the potential outcomes of the upcoming judgment.Mon, 28 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Zbbc6e883-60a4-4e71-91a1-be33aeee164bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/uk-government-consults-business-on-responses-to-us-tariffsThe UK Government is consulting businesses on its response to the tariffs introduced by the Trump administration.Wed, 09 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Z2d80ce63-a484-41a8-9c4f-1c12b83bc567https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/product-cybersecurity-how-to-comply-with-uk-and-eu-lawThe UK and EU have recently introduced a legislation to address cybersecurity risks in certain digital products. We take a look at the new laws, and how you and your business can ensure compliance and avoid severe penalties in the form of fines or removal of a product from the market.Wed, 09 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Zef063a2d-545d-4e4a-b2c9-46dc5ec21c28https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/from-ad-law-to-influencersThis year's INTA Annual Meeting is once again almost upon us. The event is now global benchmark on the IP industry calendar. This year's no different with more than 10,000 delegates set to descend on the San Diego Convention Center, for five days of meetings, presentations and networking.Tue, 08 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Z75741bf4-f9a0-4b6c-a0b7-6058afd468e7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/critical-minerals-canadas-role-in-the-future-of-energyAs the global push for clean energy and advanced tech accelerates, critical minerals have emerged as the backbone of strategic manufacturing.Thu, 03 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Z44524a07-f75e-480b-8cba-842d2b881687https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/quantum-computing-legal-issues-the-risks-and-opportunitiesQuantum computing is a fundamental topic to all businesses across the globe. While it may not be present in the average office, it's already in cloud technology and central processing hubs. We take a look at the opportunities and risks of quantum computing.Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Zb93bc167-a733-49c7-8150-021b26442bd1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/data-protection-in-a-quantum-enabled-futureQuantum computing is accelerating at pace and while groundbreaking developments are in sight, this new era also brings significant risks. Data protection is a particular area that quantum computing could threaten in the future.Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:00:00 Z1dd6bb0d-80a7-4850-8106-02ccf4a26c3ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/the-final-countdown-the--consumer-part-of-the-dmcc-act-is-now-imminentThe 'Consumer' part of the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 has been long awaited and will come into force 6 April. Consumer law is changing and now is the time to fine tune plans to ensure compliance.Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:00:00 Z6cd8e497-1ec6-4d6a-977b-ba0f365df648https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2025/canada-supply-chain-update-no-2Public Safety Canada’s new guidance will shape this year’s compliance reporting under the Supply Chains Act (S-211). Our latest FAQ covers key takeaways and best practices.Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:00:00 Zfee3f677-fb27-424b-b1c8-7d16dcec5034https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/waterrowers-legal-waves-protecting-products-using-copyright-and-the-artistic-craftmanship-debateHere we uncover the reasons why a recent copyright claim failed to meet the criteria for copyright protection and the impact of this judgment for designers.Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:00:00 Zdff6c146-fd69-4369-a436-c36df38efd31https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2025/how-to-advertise-canadian-products-trade-tensionsSlapping a Made in Canada label on your product isn’t as simple as it sounds. Here’s what you need to know before making a Canadian origin claim.Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 Z92cd9fb2-83c5-4abb-9774-ddf437721c96https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/beware-overreach-by-eu-courts-in-foreign-patent-disputesWhy should companies be wary of overreach by EU courts in foreign patent disputes? We explore the BSH v Electrolux and Fujifilm v Kodak cases that raise critical questions about the jurisdiction of courts of EU Member States and the UPC.Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Z354e2028-c794-4200-b929-331018c915a6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/what-are-the-top-six-data-protection-developments-for-2025What's next for data protection in 2025? We take a look at the key digital protection trends and developments you need to know - from the upcoming Data (Use and Access) Bill to AI regulation and rising cybersecurity threats, 2025 will be a year of significant change.Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Za708d515-b1e5-4cea-bee0-be08081be517https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2025/e-bike-battery-safety-key-issues-and-challenges-for-retailers-and-manufacturersGrowing concerns over e-bike battery safety has prompted the Department for Business and Trade to take action with new statutory guidelines. Read our latest article to learn more about the guidelines and how it will affect retailers and manufacturers.Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Zdc048efa-e2b2-432f-9dc7-fde5d5073d33https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2025/what-are-the-key-actions-for-uk-businesses-in-new-eu-product-liability-directiveHow will UK-based businesses be impacted by the new EU Product Liability Directive? 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Our latest insight details the effects of these dishonest calls, and the steps employers can take to minimise misleading sick leave.Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 Z8eb90351-88ac-48fd-b6a8-6443ab35159ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2024/how-can-supply-chain-contracts-help-to-achieve-your-environmental-goalsSupply chains have a major impact on a organisation's environmental goals so it is essential supply contracts are regularly reviewed to ensure that measures are in place to minimise their carbon footprint. Our Green Contract Toolkit can help organisations with this to strengthen your contracts and align them with your environmental goals.Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 Zde718942-aed4-49e7-85bb-183263dcb545https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2024/top-tips-on-dealing-with-data-subject-access-requestsOur new 'data and cyber school' article series explores some of the fundamental areas businesses need to address in order to manage potential data privacy and cyber security risk. In this first piece, we focus on DSARs, providing key pointers on how to effectively manage these requests and avoid the costly impact to finances and reputation of getting things wrong.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 Z39ae7d83-07e4-4310-89e6-cdd0224992d8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2024/uk-competition-law-investigations-what-are-the-cmas-new-powersThe Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act (the Act) received Royal Assent on 24 May 2024. 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Our latest article considers upcoming changes to the UK merger control regime introduced by the DMCCA, which are expected to enter into force later this year.Tue, 06 Aug 2024 00:00:00 Z927e6ac1-9fab-4670-866c-109e381b29f2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2024/transparency-in-litigation-part-threeIn the final article of our three-part series on transparency in litigation, we take a look at transparency issues from the perspective of the courts of France.Thu, 25 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z9140b0f7-875a-4201-979e-c1e81e668669https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2024/transparency-in-litigation-part-twoIn part two of our series on transparency in litigation, we take a look at the litigation documents that non-parties can obtain in the courts of England and Wales, and the principles underlying document requests.Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z0a5db28a-191e-43e3-a118-b9a1a2e95a9ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2024/transparency-in-litigationIn our three-part series 'Transparency in Litigation' we take a look at the documents that non-parties can obtain in the Unified Patent Court (part one), the courts of England & Wales (part two) and the French courts, with a deep dive into the principles underlying requests for documents (part three). Read the first article here.Fri, 12 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Zc2922fa4-ea1a-49b8-a0bd-3913889c3004https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/reports/2024/making-transport-fit-for-the-futureHow can the UK's transport sector become fit for the future? Our new report, launched in collaboration with London Transport Museum, Mott MacDonald, and Hitachi Rail, explores how policymakers can create a more inclusive, resilient and sustainable transport system in the UK.Wed, 10 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Zeb45087e-5333-45a0-abb9-e5828b56bb6fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2024/canada-launches-30-day-consultation-on-chinese-evsThe Government of Canada will begin a 30-day consultation on July 2, 2024, to address challenges from Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) to Canada’s auto industry. The consultation aims to develop policies protecting Canadian auto workers and promoting the EV sector, countering potential unfair trade practices from China.Wed, 26 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Z4d43de23-8300-4aa0-b797-87fdfa64e830https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2024/canada-clean-economy-tax-credits-royal-assentTo encourage early adoption of clean technologies in response to U.S. incentives, the federal government introduced five refundable clean economy investment tax credits (ITCs) in Budgets 2022 to 2024. On June 20, 2024, the enabling legislation for the first four ITCs (Bill C-59 and Bill C-69) received royal assent, marking a key step toward significant impacts across Canadian industries.Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Z2f66f635-f8cb-47bb-8cb3-1241d5b9d2achttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/reports/2024/sustainability-report-2023Our new Sustainability report 'Let's take a closer look – accepting responsibility', looks at sharing activities and progress across our core ESG programmes, as well as future plans.Wed, 19 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Zf76b9396-cc40-4d08-b1e8-85abc8f9bfeehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2024/tightening-clean-vehicle-tax-credit-advantage-caHow do stricter rules and expanded tariffs published by the US Department of Treasury and the Biden administration uniquely position Canadian businesses to expand into the US clean vehicle industry? We cover the US’ busy month of announcements in our new article.Wed, 05 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Zc8034fc8-238d-4174-bce7-ef616f704801https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2024/new-cyber-security-requirements-for-smart-productsManufacturers, importers and distributors of "smart" products will now need to meet new UK cyber security requirements under enhanced UK law. We look at what's covered under the new Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Regulations 2023, which businesses are "in scope" and what happens if a product fails to comply.Thu, 23 May 2024 13:21:00 Ze03f5967-3122-4845-9057-5dde03bd73f8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2024/a-bad-finfluenceCracking down on 'finfluencers': The FCA brings criminal charges against The Only Way Is Essex and Love Island stars for unlawful financial promotions.Fri, 17 May 2024 00:00:00 Zaccbda88-46da-429f-af59-23da39e572cbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2024/bc-tunes-up-approach-to-vehicle-service-contractsBCFSA's Regulatory Statement 24-008 clarifies vehicle service contracts constitute automobile insurance in British Columbia, with significant implications for manufacturers, retailers, and automobile dealers.Tue, 07 May 2024 00:00:00 Z56dc3229-e218-4592-996b-987001263979https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2024/jd-brule-to-acquire-erOn May 1, 2024, JD Brule Equipment, a construction equipment supplier headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, announced that it would be acquiring ER Truck & Trailer Services, a truck repair shop located in Oshawa.Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 Zb8e44edd-6e53-4e98-99a7-348f3098f635https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2024/uni-grip-acquires-trim-gard-assetsOn April 15, 2024, Uni-Grip Inc., in a cross-border transaction, acquired the assets of Trim-Gard Company Limited, a manufacturer of auto moldings for the aftermarket headquartered in London, OntarioMon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Z234cdb30-5e3f-4be6-a37e-32958bf4de03https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2024/trademark-tactics-greentech-innovators-five-tipsGreen technology – or greentech – companies play a critical role in promoting sustainability across various industries. By fostering innovation, greentech companies address various environmental and sustainability challenges our planet faces.Thu, 11 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Z8f0c8d18-a856-483c-b76d-ffc42ae6b726https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2024/ontario-budget-2024On March 26, 2024, the Government of Ontario released its 2024 budget: Building a Better Ontario (Ontario Budget 2024).Mon, 08 Apr 2024 12:41:00 Z97beb504-500b-4ed0-99f0-559f243a7563https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2024/trade-secret-tactics-10-strategies-counselTrade secrets play a crucial role in the innovation ecosystem. With the fast pace of innovation often rendering recent technology quickly redundant or even obsolete, relying on patent protection as a sole basis for IP protection may not be appropriate or cost-effective.Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z94622cf9-cf74-4c3d-a046-e8230d639acchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2024/the-whole-truth-and-nothing-but-the-truthIn France, and now before the UPC, a saisie is vital for infringement proof, but strictly regulated. Find out more on how the French Supreme Court laid down obligations that the applicant is required to comply with.Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z0b6882f9-4b2b-4e63-a0e8-0ee1c7c1fadahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2024/ontario-s-optimized-process-ev-charging-stationsTo accommodate the growing number of electric vehicles on Ontario roads, the Ontario Energy Board has issued a streamlined process to support the construction of new charging stations.Tue, 12 Mar 2024 16:03:00 Zbd457f21-7529-47f8-9d8c-7943b1bbf291https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2024/the-new-digital-services-act-is-hereSince 17 February 2024, all companies providing online services on the single market, in particular marketplaces, have to comply with new obligations under the Digital Services Act (DSA), proportionate to their role, size and audience. 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Our latest article looks at the decision issued on this matter by the Court of Justice of the European Union on 11 January 2024, its impact in France and Germany, and how this issue is dealt with in Canada, the UK, and China.Mon, 12 Feb 2024 11:36:00 Zca8a8849-c18a-4d2d-8289-6b8a98f5f23fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2024/supply-chain-transparency-reporting-begins-canadaThis is the first in a series of monthly articles to focus on S-211, examining its terms, its enforcement, best practices in compliance and reporting, and answering the many questions that arise as businesses and the federal government work to address the risks of forced labour and child labour in their operations and supply chains.Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z1a46ace0-758c-4f18-a9da-98bedaa2094chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2024/new-costs-cap-under-the-shorter-trial-schemeFor patent and registered design right cases in England and Wales, a new costs cap has been introduced under the Shorter Trials Scheme procedure in the High Court's Patents Court. 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We take a detailed look into the legal framework and recent developments of interim injunctions (Act Preservation Order) in China IP.Fri, 26 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z971ddd34-0385-4525-933a-aae9ba0d8878https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2024/patent-applications-must-identify-human-inventorsUK Supreme Court rules in Thaler case: a patent application must identify a human inventor. The judgment leaves open for later cases the possibility of patents for inventions made by humans involving the use of AI. Our legal experts explore this topic in our latest insight.Wed, 03 Jan 2024 10:54:00 Z69a65ab4-2174-478a-b2ab-2873c46c10d7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/white-papers/2016/are-you-data-drivenAutonomous and connected vehicles run on data. Data about the road, the weather, other traffic, the car's performance, the user's location, destination and so on. But is the industry being helped or hindered by data protection regulation? And how will the General Data Protection Regulation influence the sector's progress?Sat, 16 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Zbf434b2b-e2a8-493a-8bf2-43d5cdf147a6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2023/court-of-appeal-diverges-from-cjeuIn this article, we explore the recent landmark judgment delivered by the Court of Appeal of England and Wales, which diverged from the case law of the Court of Justice of the EU on an aspect of trademark law, specifically the 'acquiescence' defence to trademark infringement.Wed, 13 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z32754e74-9577-446e-91d4-6626bc580d29https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2023/cyber-guidelines-for-providers-of-ai-systemsThe National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) recently announced new international guidelines for secure AI system development. In this article, our Cyber Security and Data Protection team provides a summary of the guidelines and highlights the key points that AI system providers should consider.Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z1b19a2a0-7a35-44c4-ad2e-4837f7d97e03https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2023/trade-secrets-non-competes-ndasAs one method of safeguarding trade secrets and shielding them from misappropriation, companies often use non-competes and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). The problem, however, is that such agreements may not always be legally enforceable, thus falling short of delivering the intended protection.Fri, 10 Nov 2023 13:50:00 Z1d34327c-2e50-49ea-8e04-69b914458f87https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2023/software-development-contract-turns-sourThe High Court's decision on a case relating to the breakdown of a software development contractual relationship highlights a number of key points to note on preventing and managing disputes. We discuss the five key takeaways from this decision.Wed, 25 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Zcd9de36d-8472-4802-b42d-79130cdd445chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2023/new-trade-secrets-directive-in-germanyThe Act relating to safeguarding trade secrets (GeschGehG) entered into force on 26 April 2019 and fundamentally changed the protection of trade secrets in Germany. Find out key details about the Act and its wider impact in our article.Tue, 24 Oct 2023 14:01:00 Z69c73497-ad60-450b-b162-4e58979a9d1dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2023/recording-assignments-with-the-epoThe European Patent Office has confirmed its return to requiring handwritten signatures for the assignment of legal documents. Our intellectual property lawyers discuss the background to the decision and what organisations need to consider when making future applications to the EPO.Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Z2e0c023d-8e9b-4d96-aede-ddf6530d47cahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2023/how-reula-will-impact-ip-law-in-the-ukThe Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023 (REULA) is now on the statute books. As has been reported widely, it revokes, at the end of 2023, a long list of retained direct and subordinate legislation derived from EU legislation. This will impact intellectual property law in the UK as the UK separates further from the EU.Mon, 04 Sep 2023 11:13:00 Zcb5d254f-27de-4f07-aab3-13e431fd1600https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2023/tevva-and-electrameccanica-cross-border-mergerOn August 15, 2023, Tevva, a UK-based pioneer in electric medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles, and ElectraMeccanica (NASDAQ: SOLO), a US-based designer and assembler of electric vehicles, announced that they had entered into a definitive arrangement agreement to merge the companies and list the Delaware-domiciled resulting issuer on the Nasdaq exchange.Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Z2ce801e4-a920-4672-b5f4-6daa107eb70chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2023/corporate-team-advises-evolution-funding-group-1Our Corporate team has advised the shareholders of LDC portfolio company Evolution Funding Group Limited in relation to its acquisition by European technology fund Carlyle Europe Technology Partners, with the continued support of existing investor LDC and Evolution's founders.Thu, 27 Jul 2023 00:00:00 Z40c86662-95c5-456d-a262-85947faef411https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2023/top-10-tips-for-managing-contractual-disputesWhen contractual disputes arise they can have a significant impact on business operations, finances and reputation. Our top 10 tips for managing contractual disputes provides some helpful pointers on de-escalating and even avoiding disputes from arising in the first place.Thu, 20 Jul 2023 08:14:00 Zc44a8127-c0da-4f93-bab2-f1a8adab9628https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2023/china-s-court-customs-ipr-linkage-mechanismIn this article, we explore key features of the often overlooked but significant IPR linkage mechanism between courts and customs in China.Wed, 19 Jul 2023 00:00:00 Z41afeac9-f3ff-4739-9229-a9fcb13f95bahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2023/why-do-your-esg-credentials-matter-to-investorsIn this article, we explore the key reasons why your ESG credentials matter more now to investors than ever before. We delve into how ESG factors have, over time, become a driving force for investor activity, and what this means for your business now and in the future.Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Z3930b06b-1dcc-49d9-8cb8-cafe3106f66ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/guides/2023/data-unlocked-how-data-sharing-can-unlock-valueOur Data Unlocked series sets out what businesses need to know about data, legal structures, ethics and standards, integration and architecture in order to share data safely and successfully.Wed, 31 May 2023 00:00:00 Z719fe182-8358-486f-aeef-fedd2c58fae5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2023/zero-emission-vehicle-zev-mandateLast year, the UK Government's Net Zero Strategy confirmed that the UK will adopt a zero emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate. We explain what the mandate is and what it means.Wed, 03 May 2023 00:00:00 Z7e9f9e2e-53dd-4b29-ac74-a4109cdf9cedhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2023/supply-chain-risks-10-things-you-need-to-knowIn this insight, we share 10 key factors to consider in identifying and managing supply chain risks.Fri, 21 Apr 2023 14:21:00 Z9dfa2c7a-7bde-469a-983f-858fb9a86655https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/reports/2023/decarbonising-transportOur report Decarbonising Transport, in partnership with London Transport Museum, Thales, and Mott Macdonald, explores how and why the transport sector needs our attention, and provides 10 key recommendations for how transport, business, industry and public sector leaders can drive the way to a net-zero carbon transport sector.Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:00:00 Zf5f7e7ef-711d-40f9-8d1f-a19e9a8d9d0fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2023/the-uk-eip-new-goals-for-resources-and-wasteSustainable resource use and waste reduction are two of the 10 stretching goals set out in the newly published UK Environmental Improvement Plan. In this next article in our Green Matters series, we take a closer look at these two areas, the reforms on the horizon and what next steps businesses should consider.Wed, 22 Feb 2023 08:44:00 Zaee0185d-8588-42b1-a598-507d28f009c9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/white-papers/2023/annual-patent-review-paper-2022Our annual review of UK patent judgments in 2022 comprehensively reviews the patent decisions of the courts of England and Wales, with comment and opinion on the big issues arising.Wed, 08 Feb 2023 12:07:00 Z974233a7-b726-446d-8864-67e3e626f6b4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2023/trade-secret-protection-in-sea-and-chinaThis article briefly discusses the legal framework and case studies for trade secret protection in South-East Asia and China, as well as to provide a list of practical tips for companies to protect and manage their trade secrets.Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 Z0d6cd5b7-4bb6-4c0b-982f-fa7ac64e788ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/reports/2023/the-big-picture-for-business-2023Our Big Picture For Business 2023 looks at five macro trends shaping the economic outlook, the global growth map and a 'playbook for uncertainty' for businesses to thrive in the year ahead.Fri, 06 Jan 2023 00:00:00 Za5b83a00-3ede-4e5b-9c93-08ae1860b4a5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2022/what-s-in-a-company-nameWhat is the Company Names Tribunal and what do businesses looking to enforce their intellectual property rights need to know about it? Our IP team explains in this insight.Thu, 15 Dec 2022 00:00:00 Zf6d5f0f6-9660-4d53-9a48-87e9fddc1932https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2022/accelerating-the-transition-to-zero-emissionsThere is now increasing pressure on governments, businesses, and other organisations with an influence over the future of the automotive industry and road transport to rapidly accelerate the transition to zero-emission vehicles. In this insight we explore what this means.Wed, 07 Dec 2022 00:00:00 Z78dca8ff-abbb-45e4-ac76-3d52c0e6b7dbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/reports/2022/tomorrow-s-world-a-snapshotWe explore how Gen Z is driving organisational change from an ESG perspective.Fri, 14 Oct 2022 08:28:00 Z15d705a4-0c6f-427e-8d06-28a1b079fb01https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2022/due-diligence-and-the-forced-labour-regulationOn 14 September 2022, the EU Commission published its legislative proposal to ban all products made with forced labour from the EU market, irrespective of their type and provenance (the Forced Labour Regulation). In this article, we outline the key processes underpinning the Forced Labour Regulation and consider the actions that businesses may take to prepare for its implementation.Wed, 12 Oct 2022 08:31:00 Z866191c6-fb69-49bd-be9f-061f640ddc06https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/reports/2022/tomorrow-s-world-how-gen-z-is-driving-changeIn this report, Tomorrow's World: How Gen Z is driving change, we provide industry insight and key recommendations on how businesses can work alongside Gen Z to create authentic and meaningful ESG strategies that are fit for the future.Wed, 12 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Z430bd747-402f-41f3-b527-aba48e17baadhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2022/how-generation-z-is-driving-changeESG trends, and organisational responses to it, are increasingly being shaped by shifting societal attitudes including a lack of consumer trust. Most importantly, this shift in attitude is being driven by young people, or 'Gen Z'. In this article, we outline some key actions for businesses to consider as Gen Z both enters the workforce and becomes our largest group of consumers.Tue, 04 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Z85e30c79-43fa-4f78-88af-52a5b5b7338chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2022/major-transport-technology-aim-admissionA team of corporate experts has advised Aurrigo International plc, a leading international provider of transport technology solutions, on its successful placing and admission to trading on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange.Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:00:00 Zaa3cf212-bbaf-4dc2-8e27-832c1be97f55https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2022/the-cost-challengeGordon Harris' insightful article 'The Cost Challenge: How can UK courts remain competitive for patent litigation in a new era' explores the success of costs reforms instigated in the last 30 years in England and Wales.Tue, 13 Sep 2022 13:11:00 Z384b6a37-4b11-4dfa-89f5-ef4314ad7ec5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/guides/2022/trade-secrets-guide-uk-2022-trends-developmentsUK trade secret law has been the subject of a number of significant updates. We take a look at the latest trends and developments including the rise of AI, increase in demand and the UK's implementation of the EU's trade secrets directive.Wed, 03 Aug 2022 00:00:00 Z6aa4900d-fec1-41b9-b5c7-4a8f3a3e8afchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2022/joining-the-celebrations-what-can-brands-doWhat can and can't brands do when seeking to join in the celebrations for cultural and sporting events? In this insight, our IP experts detail the legal landscape, outlining the essential points companies need to be aware of without falling foul of advertising regulations.Fri, 22 Jul 2022 00:00:00 Z3efee12f-85d2-4208-a421-81441de01a02https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/reports/2022/making-green-workOur report, 'Making Green Work', explores the development of a green workforce in order to achieve the UK Government's commitments for a more sustainable future.Wed, 29 Jun 2022 00:00:00 Zdb56f2ee-a7b3-450b-b114-52c7b4eb4f15https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2022/quebec-decreases-electric-vehicle-incentivesIn its 2022-2023 budget, the Quebec government reduced the subsidies offered on the purchase or lease of electric vehicles. Although the official government budget indicates that the changes took effect on April 1, 2022, a transition period has been implemented.Thu, 19 May 2022 15:03:00 Z167bdf9e-bc28-46b0-b711-57daae677a01https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2022/uk-trademark-and-passing-off-rightsThe General Court has ruled that grounds of opposition to trademark applications should be assessed at the time of the trademark application, not the opposition. Our global IP experts discuss what the ruling could mean for EU brand owners trading in the UK, and how UK trademark and passing off rights may found oppositions to EU trademarks applied for before 1 January 2021.Mon, 04 Apr 2022 00:00:00 Z00a58eff-319b-466e-93a2-d155873aac8dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2022/exhaustion-of-patent-and-trademark-rightsIf your business is involved in or interested in the movement into Canada of goods protected by an intellectual property right, then you need to understand what the law on 'exhaustion' of the relevant right is in Canada.Wed, 09 Mar 2022 14:54:00 Z5a7689a4-a4e4-4b6d-8ce6-727a356593a3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2022/exhaustion-of-patent-trademark-rights-in-the-ukOur global IP experts explore the UK's 'exhaustion' regime for patents and trademarks, how this governs the import of genuine IP-protected goods, and what it means for businesses.Wed, 09 Mar 2022 00:00:00 Zd5b64b57-ee10-434e-9749-c13ad953a077https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2022/eblock-acquires-fastlane-auto-exchangeOn February 22, 2022, E Automotive Inc. d/b/a E INC (TSX: EINC) and sub-brand, EBlock - announced that EBlock had acquired FastLane Auto Exchange ("FastLane"), an independent dealer only full-service auction marketplace located in Mount Morris, Michigan, 75 miles from Detroit and the Canadian border.Tue, 22 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Z0a7f34a8-3774-4eec-b074-40b98eb380c9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/white-papers/2022/annual-review-of-uk-patent-judgments-2021Read our complete guide to the key patent case law emerging from the courts in the UK in 2021, in which partner Gordon Harris takes you through a blockbuster year of patent case law, noting trends and points to watch out for.Fri, 11 Feb 2022 11:08:00 Zeb09a19a-d303-491b-b44e-e0764a4dcf1ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2022/federal-court-of-appeal-upholds-damagesOn February 9, 2022, the Federal Court of Appeal dismissed an appeal of an earlier-obtained award to the plaintiff Rallysport at the trial level of statutory damages ($357,000 plus prejudgment interest) for copyright infringement as well punitive damages ($50,000) against two Ontario companies and their two directors and officers jointly and severally.Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Zc4cc028b-1dc9-4b1f-a99b-452d3f49c847https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2022/quantum-automotive-acquires-honda-duboisOn February 2, 2022, Quantum Automotive Group ("Quantum") completed the acquisition of a Honda dealership in Woodstock, Ontario. The transaction involved the purchase of 100% of the share capital of the operating company, 1247843 Ontario Inc. (d.b.a Honda Dubois), and the real estate holding company, Dubois Automotive Realty Inc., through Quantum's subsidiaries Quantum Automotive Woodstock Incorporated, Quantum Realty Woodstock Incorporated and Questerra Development Incorporated.Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Zc3edcb1a-3b7a-4cb6-988b-244474b04853https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2022/epo-rejects-patent-application-in-dabus-caseIn the latest on the DABUS case, the European Patent Office has confirmed the decision of the Receiving Section that a patent application cannot succeed where the designated inventor is not a person, but an AI machine.Fri, 07 Jan 2022 09:34:00 Zd8eb3efc-7193-4142-b8f0-b9d92ed0831fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2021/the-uk-s-nsi-act-key-aspects-to-considerWhat will the new UK NSI Regime mean for investment screening on national security grounds, when it enters force on 4 January 2022? Our EU, Trade and Competition experts detail the essential considerations.Fri, 17 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Z645e05f8-3594-466b-a9f6-295cac02177ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2021/exhaustion-in-the-uk-ip-law-under-reviewHow might UK law on exhaustion of IP rights change soon? And what does this mean for parallel imports into post #Brexit Britain? Our IP team detail the key points to note.Fri, 12 Nov 2021 13:42:00 Z461bb5d1-e952-42f0-9008-d1ecbfdd7191https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2021/optis-v-apple-form-of-order-publishedThe Court reiterated that it had made it clear that Apple was expected to 'give a simple and unconstrained undertaking to accept whatever licence was ruled to be FRAND' following a trial planned in June/July 2022.Mon, 25 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Z1d8520de-5ef4-4c92-be41-0811bfb0813bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2021/optis-v-apple-decision-to-be-appealedOnly a week after the judgment the UK Court sat again to hear Apple's request for permission to appealFri, 08 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Ze65f023a-1693-40c1-93cd-5099ad6f53a0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2021/sep-licensing-wars-put-up-or-shut-upUK Court says implementers must either commit to taking a court-determined FRAND licence once a patent trial has been won or face an injunction in Optis v. Apple.Fri, 01 Oct 2021 08:37:00 Zc5aff1b1-3d3d-412f-af01-9aea1bf07c9ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2021/upcoming-deadlines-ontario-new-blue-box-hazardousOn June 3, 2021, the Government of Ontario finalized the Blue Box Regulation under the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act, 2016, creating a new Blue Box Program. This new program will replace the current Stewardship Ontario Blue Box Program, with the transition occurring between July 1, 2023 and December 31, 2025.Tue, 28 Sep 2021 00:00:00 Zb4ca3cf0-5b9d-4f5a-a30b-9d9e37e3013ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2021/agility-auto-parts-inc-acquires-apdiOn August 31, 2021, Agility Auto Parts Inc. ("Agility"), a North American supplier of aftermarket automotive parts, acquired the assets of Automotive Parts Distribution International, LLC ("APDI"), a North American leader in the supply of cooling system automotive parts. Agility also acquired APDI's 400,000 square foot distribution center based in Arlington, Texas.Tue, 31 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Zb68e5ee7-8a08-4046-89a8-d2b3e7c16811https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/videos/2021/what-is-a-15-minute-cityWhat is a 15-minute city and how will the concept help us to rethink how we live, work and travel?Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:18:00 Z78e1e7e6-b5d6-4655-9ddc-f0d7f4d36bb1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2021/is-an-nda-useful-when-doing-business-in-chinaOur global IP team explores the key considerations businesses should make when using NDas in China.Tue, 24 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Z7a20a6ab-6e9d-487e-a939-e426f44e8c0dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2021/gowling-wlg-advises-finncap-on-aim-transactionGowling WLG has advised finnCap, as financial adviser to Cambria Bidco Limited on its recommended cash offer for AIM listed company,Thu, 05 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Z54b47a5f-6dba-44e3-b3ea-b484cc1edef3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/brexit-trademarks-10-key-pointsFor trademarks and the law in relation to trademarks, there are some important issues caused by Brexit for businesses to be aware of.Thu, 29 Jul 2021 10:39:00 Z8232093f-fb97-4d8b-b270-fd6e971a06e9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2021/british-columbia-electric-vehicle-rechargingThe British Columbia Government recently released the Public Light-Duty Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Study. This article summarizes the Study and comments on the legal and regulatory considerations at play.Mon, 21 Jun 2021 19:59:00 Za315e989-fdce-46cd-a66e-da6a3e4399e2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2021/the-future-of-suburban-livingWe take a closer look at what suburban resurgence could mean for infrastructure, green spaces, housing and planning in the future.Fri, 11 Jun 2021 13:49:00 Z14b42aea-5fc7-4500-b683-4dfc4b5c51c0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2021/schrodinger-s-seed-drillIf the alleged disclosure takes place in the open, but there is no allegation that it was actually observed, just what actually constitutes a level of disclosure sufficient to invalidate a patent?Thu, 10 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Ze9c83b95-3a28-4f58-877e-7bd7d7ed869chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2021/regulation-of-electric-vehicle-charging-servicesSo far, all provincial regulators in Canada who have addressed the question of the regulatory status of EV charging stations and services have come to the same conclusion: EV charging stations are not electric utilities, and not subject to regulatory control over their rates and servicesThu, 27 May 2021 14:53:00 Z0f63d17a-57c4-4f55-b0a0-b95813b7887chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/reports/2021/business-as-unusualTo better understand the demographics, characteristics, needs and motivations of in-house teams we conducted a survey of GCs and in-house lawyers. Read our overview of the key findings from the survey as we review just how much priorities have shifted since the beginning of 2020.Tue, 20 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Z69ed1043-005e-468b-b1db-3c9649770103https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2021/12-things-you-didn-t-know-about-electric-vehiclesBeyond transport: find out 12 things you didn't know about electric vehicles.Tue, 06 Apr 2021 09:39:00 Z21769925-9d37-4fac-89d5-25093defa851https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2021/goodyear-closes-offering-of-senior-notesOn April 6, 2021, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) closed its previously announced public offering of US$1 billion aggregate principal amount of 10- and 12-year senior notes. The notes, comprised of US$550 million aggregate principal amount of senior notes due 2031 and US$450 million aggregate principal amount of senior notes due 2033, will be senior unsecured obligations of the company.Tue, 06 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Zb8f1cb1d-cf6c-406e-a8c6-ad3d123c6691https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2021/fiev-pandemic-to-electronic-componentThe purpose of this paper is to propose lines of thought, based on French law, on force majeure, and on the question of its application to the shortage that affects the sector.Fri, 02 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Z5ca4ba13-07d5-4ed3-85b5-72aa15a92844https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2021/tariff-free-trade-understanding-rules-of-originIn this article, we set out an overview of the common Rules of Origin, as well as the key considerations for businesses in complying with these rules.Wed, 31 Mar 2021 15:45:00 Z22dc6971-2258-44be-81e2-253f05fd41bchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2021/a-post-covid-reset-for-the-future-of-mobilityHow will the COVID-19 pandemic impact cities and the future of mobility? Giles Clifford explores the potential future.Mon, 29 Mar 2021 17:40:00 Z7338a4f4-23a7-4774-b5de-3845ebf5e162https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/reports/2021/suburban-resurgenceExplore the suburban resurgence in more detail and how this will impact our infrastructure, housing and planning - looking at what this might mean for how we live in the future.Mon, 29 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z404eb09c-af9d-4223-af47-1b0982427437https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/client-work/2021/acquisition-of-universal-tyre-and-autocentresA team of experts from the international law firm Gowling WLG has advised Halfords Autocentres Limited the UK's leading provider of motoring and cycling products and services on its acquisition of Universal Tyre and Autocentres.Fri, 19 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z17bc01c9-90f7-48c7-a569-beb7ac82bb74https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/regulating-vehicle-emissions-in-the-uk-canadaGowling WLG's Adam Chamberlain, Ben Stansfield and Alex Sadvari examine the emissions regulatory regimes in Canada, the EU and the UK, and highlight how the current rules operate.Wed, 17 Mar 2021 21:16:00 Zed6e70bb-6e64-4ed9-b9dc-63e5abad4c54https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2021/the-employment-lifecycle-smcr-investigationsGetting to grips with the changes that have been brought in as a result of the SMCR for all FCA regulated businesses is not easy. This is a bonus episode where we discuss running an effective investigation in an SMCR context.Wed, 10 Mar 2021 14:45:00 Zef2dbf60-f162-4ebb-ad2a-49ccd97b95c6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2021/sdiptech-ab-acquires-rolec-services-and-one-stopThe electric vehicle (EV) sector team at international law firm, Gowling WLG, has advised the publicly listed  infrastructure technology group, Sdiptech AB (publ) ("Sdiptech") on its acquisition of specialist EV charging point designer, manufacturer and retailer Rolec Services Ltd and One Stop Europe Ltd (together "Rolec").Thu, 25 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Z94b215dd-ba5f-45d6-8045-ad66c0f2843bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2021/the-employment-lifecycle-smcr-cultureIn the sixth episode of our employment and SMCR podcast series we explore the ever present question of culture.Tue, 16 Feb 2021 09:18:00 Zc65d0e2a-82ab-447d-a705-5dfac9fa1869https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2021/powering-our-net-zero-futureOn 18 December 2020, the government issued a white paper on energy reform, which marked the third substantial green infrastructure announcement made by the government in almost as many weeks.Fri, 29 Jan 2021 14:17:00 Zaa9c2555-b79c-45d9-a184-2f215e7e5d39https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2021/brexit-and-copyright-6-key-things-to-knowOn 31 December 2020, the Brexit transition period comes to an end, and significant changes to the law in the UK will take effect. For copyright and neighbouring areas of the law, there are some important soundbites for businesses to be aware of – some of which you may already have heard about, while others may be news outside the UK (even for experienced copyright lawyers).Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:38:00 Z39245029-4526-422f-9ec1-24fe4fc5c5achttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/brexit-and-trade-secrets-6-key-things-to-knowOn 31 December 2020, the Brexit transition period comes to an end, and significant changes to the law in the UK will take effect.Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:38:00 Zd5a0788b-a14d-4384-98a4-3161188396f9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/brexit-and-designs-9-key-things-to-knowOn 31 December 2020, the Brexit transition period comes to an end. For designs and the law in relation to designs, there are some important soundbites for businesses to be aware of.Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:37:00 Z9d8bb56f-169a-4813-af7a-58b363990eeahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/brexit-and-patents-key-things-to-knowOn 31 December 2020, the Brexit transition period comes to an end and significant changes to the law in the UK will take effect.Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:35:00 Ze3d8dffe-08b8-477e-b815-c8fbd3774bf6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2021/electric-vehicles-accelerating-in-bc-and-beyondRecent developments are accelerating the adoption of Electric Vehicles and their associated infrastructure in British Columbia.Tue, 19 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Zfab92d9f-528b-412b-8535-03243475daf1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2020/5g-well-connectedThe idea of connectivity has never been more important. Large parts of the global economy have been mothballed, families kept apart and businesses are operating with limited capacity and workforces scattered across multiple locations, making communication with our families, our places of work and our customers more crucial than ever.Thu, 07 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Zf7f87c30-c09d-4f27-8c83-e1635d20e499https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/the-corporate-human-rights-benchmark-key-pointsIn this article, we highlight ways in which the companies included in the Benchmark have been succeeding in their human rights commitments, whilst identifying gaps and challenges that remain.Fri, 18 Dec 2020 14:29:00 Z214fe73f-74dd-4b8f-b215-88d6955a8b67https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/cyber-security-and-autonomous-vehiclesThe arrival of connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) feels both imminent and far away. Even as we increasingly rely on automation in our daily lives, the idea of self-driving cars that can navigate the chaos of the roads still sounds as fanciful as an episode of The Jetsons or Knight Rider to most people. But there have been significant developments for autonomous vehicle technology—particularly in the last few years—and more clarity on the various degrees of "autonomy" a vehicle may achieve. After years of theoretical discussion, the picture of what a world in which CAVS are the dominant presence on the roads is coming into focus.Fri, 18 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Za363e1ba-ef9e-44ff-a6c8-9044b10522c4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2020/the-employment-lifecycle-through-a-smcr-lens-fiveGetting to grips with the changes that have been brought in as a result of the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR) for all FCA regulated businesses is not easy. In a series of six podcasts, we've brought together our employment and financial regulation experts to simplify this area and explain clearly what those working within legal, risk, compliance, HR and operations need to think about at each stage of the employment cycle when it comes to complying with the SMCR. In this fifth episode, we cover the importance of wellbeing in creating a healthy culture.Tue, 08 Dec 2020 10:21:00 Zb5506497-fe6e-459e-8715-f3e7afe2b0c8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/business-and-human-rights-mandatory-due-diligenceBusinesses must prepare for mandatory human rights due diligence requirements in an increasing number of countries. Our experts discuss the UN and EU's latest initiatives in this area.Fri, 27 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Zec20cfd4-a3c4-4fbc-8cd4-a3dca1511f36https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2020/the-employment-lifecycle-smcr-lens-episode-4Getting to grips with the changes that have been brought in as a result of the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR) for all FCA regulated businesses is not easy. In a series of six podcasts, we've brought together our employment and financial regulation experts to simplify this area and explain clearly what those working within legal, risk, compliance, HR and operations need to think about at each stage of the employment cycle when it comes to complying with the SMCR. In this fourth episode, we cover the issues that might arise on termination of employment.Wed, 11 Nov 2020 12:20:00 Z0de60fdb-69bd-4cf4-9542-fd04c6d1dc03https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/free-trade-agreements-overpaid-customs-dutiesAs the Department of International Trade sallies forth to replace the Free Trade Agreements ("FTAs") that the UK enjoyed as part of its EU membership, we consider the last 'hurrah' available under these agreements - the claim back of overpaid duties.Mon, 02 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Zb5921fba-e795-4046-a9ab-0482cff55a9fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2020/the-employment-lifecycle-smcr-whistleblowingGetting to grips with the changes that have been brought in as a result of the SMCR for all FCA regulated businesses is not easy. In this third episode, we cover the topical issue of whistleblowing.Thu, 29 Oct 2020 15:39:00 Z63a73145-2302-4597-af77-a3848d929c24https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2020/the-employment-lifecycle-smcr-employment-issuesWe shine a light on the SMCR issues that can arise during the employment relationship.Fri, 16 Oct 2020 10:50:00 Zf71c9087-2c4f-4e09-8417-50639eebb2d6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/ip-audits-what-s-in-your-ip-portfolioFundamental to the development of a robust IP strategy is a thorough understanding of the business' IP portfolio, which may include patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, domain names, and industrial designs. An IP audit provides just such an insight.Wed, 14 Oct 2020 20:42:00 Z6954b471-4f9c-4aa8-9b77-7ae1424a382chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2020/gowling-wlg-advises-on-the-disposal-of-the-williamGowling WLG advises on the disposal of the Williams Formula 1 business.Wed, 26 Aug 2020 00:00:00 Z59ad280d-0c5d-497f-9c23-9085c72cc94bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/fca-bans-motor-finance-modelsFCA set to save consumers £millions a year by banning discretionary commission motor finance modelsMon, 24 Aug 2020 15:36:00 Z91f5c0c5-3a02-40b5-9b3a-a0a8d90b60d2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/key-covid-19-considerations-for-your-businessThis document provides the latest updates on four key areas - contracts, employment, insolvency & director duties and government economic support - across multiple jurisdictions.Tue, 04 Aug 2020 17:52:00 Z43249bf6-7722-418e-904a-f36f81eeb356https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/strategies-for-patent-litigation-claimants-viewIn the sixth and seventh episodes in our series, 'Lifecycle of a Smart Idea', Gowling WLG's IP professionals from around the world examine patent litigation strategy in the early stages.Mon, 27 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Z6e992730-5dd1-495e-8b2b-19dacec7bba5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/uk-merger-control-part-twoFurther to the UK government's recent addition of a new public interest criterion under the UK merger control regime, further revisions to the regime have now been enacted.Thu, 23 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Zb6f30d4e-6c94-4a57-9c47-a2a0d81b99fahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/uk-merger-control-key-legal-considerationsWhen planning a transaction, it is increasingly important for parties to consider fully the potential application of merger control regimes worldwide.Tue, 14 Jul 2020 14:46:00 Za37ee858-2266-4a2d-a080-1e15ca8faaadhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/supply-contracts-under-the-new-cigaSupply contracts typically contain terms that allow suppliers to terminate their customer relationship on the customer's insolvency.Thu, 02 Jul 2020 08:44:00 Z09a98ec8-3e10-4c61-b7a0-9660811e593chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/uk-merger-control-and-government-interventionThe UK government recently made and proposed revisions to the UK merger control regime, which are intended to increase its ability to intervene in transactions and investments affecting certain aspects of the UK economy.Thu, 25 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z5b54c3db-93a6-406b-9063-549ed647a950https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/patent-strategy-optimizing-life-sciences-patentsThird on-demand webinar in our 'Lifecycle of a Smart Idea' series exploring the scope of patent protection across jurisdictions.Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z97c2aafc-0c8b-4427-9020-e7c3a4e434d6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/protection-of-secrets-in-patent-infringementThe need to strengthen procedural protection of trade secrets in patent infringement proceedings has recently taken shape. Speech is silver, but silence is golden.Tue, 02 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z3c7aa538-686d-44c4-a748-27e57f250851https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/will-covid-19-usher-a-new-normal-for-pensionsWill COVID-19 usher in a 'new normal' in pensions? Or will it accelerate trends that were already evident before the crisis?Wed, 20 May 2020 00:00:00 Z9ec70c06-6662-47ad-8b15-04e642eb9c54https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/how-will-auto-production-restart-after-covid-19The automotive industry has set out a Code of Business Conduct to facilitate the re-opening of Europe's production lines.Fri, 15 May 2020 17:23:00 Ze8c0c318-4b26-4ab2-9682-5f10c67a3e54https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/to-patent-or-keep-secretGiven the frenetic pace of today's innovation lifecycle, do patents always afford the best protection of proprietary inventions?Thu, 14 May 2020 00:00:00 Z06659dbd-b5c6-4129-aca4-a509930c7c30https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2020/six-months-to-claim-millions-in-duty-refundsThe COVID-19 pandemic is leading legal teams to consider innovative ways of delivering cost savings and increasing revenues. Free Trade Agreements ("FTAs") may be an unexpected source of cash for UK exporters.Tue, 12 May 2020 15:49:00 Z144da70e-0fd2-4f36-9b9d-0e71f3fc6cd9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/automotive-companies-and-the-chrbFrom 2020, 30 automotive manufacturing companies will be ranked by the Corporate Human Rights Benchmark. We look at why the Benchmark is important and some tips for the new automotive entrants.Wed, 06 May 2020 14:04:00 Za705d93d-91f8-4589-b363-3b1b7dcd93b6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-fca-guidance-to-motor-finance-firmsSushil Kuner from Gowling WLG's Financial Services Regulatory team explores the impact of COVID-19 on Motor Finance firms and practical steps which firms should be taking in response.Fri, 24 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Z186d1479-0ac5-4097-845c-f5a3ef271c15https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/developments-in-arrow-declarationsArrow relief continues to develop in the law of the UK, with the Court of Appeal recently refusing to strike out claims for a much broader declaration than has previously been granted.Thu, 09 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Z306385dc-9736-4f48-b3ad-9f1ca56d6fb3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/trade-secrets-directive-has-not-changedSince the implementation of the Trade Secrets Directive in 2018, there has been a question in the UK about the extent to which the protection for confidential information provided by the common law has been impacted.Fri, 03 Apr 2020 13:42:00 Z6a4c13e5-f188-4cee-a4dd-fbb5c84f7a61https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-processing-personal-dataGovernment, public, and private organisations are urgently taking measures to contain and mitigate the virus, some of which have implications on the processing of personal data.Fri, 03 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Zd5788024-9233-48e4-b8c5-6f9abcc88a47https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-and-uk-merger-controlAlthough many companies have put their 'pre-crisis' acquisition plans on hold, the fallout from the current outbreak is likely to present certain companies with opportunities to acquire distressed firms, or the assets of such firms.Wed, 01 Apr 2020 10:01:00 Z82201270-0dc1-4db7-9617-a8daf029db90https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-coronavirus-job-retention-scheme-detailWhen reading the HMRC Guidance it is important to remember that the guidance is for what employers can claim via the Scheme not guidance on employee rights. Here we look at the key points of guidance and highlight some of the employment law issues raised as a result.Mon, 30 Mar 2020 12:42:00 Zc0acf6e5-0a6e-4906-ab95-23b0231cc174https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-uk-holiday-leave-permissible-carry-overOn 27 March the Government amended the Working Time Regulations 1998 (WTR) to allow carry forward of up to four weeks accrued holiday leave.Fri, 27 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Zaca6c2c5-02e3-4d09-91ac-40f9872aab96https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-coronavirus-job-retention-schemeWe look at how the 'Job Retention Scheme' proposed by Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, will affect employers and employees.Mon, 23 Mar 2020 14:10:00 Z67781ece-1488-4fca-b480-d9a85b10cf02https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/german-constitutional-court-delays-upcIn Germany, the Federal Constitutional Court (Bundesverfassungsgericht) has held that the statute by which the German Parliament (Bundestag) sought to ratify the UPC Agreement (the 'Act of Approval') is void.Fri, 20 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Zdc280b7a-504d-440d-990d-13e7dcbb802fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2020/draper-esprit-sells-pod-pointThe corporate team at Gowling WLG advised Draper Esprit, one of Europe's leading venture capital firms, on the sale of Pod Point to EDF Energy.Tue, 10 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Z018b0ee9-4703-4dd4-8a1c-755fcea97445https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/how-to-restart-business-operations-china-covid-19Since end of January 2020, the rapid outbreak of COVID-19 and implementation by the Chinese authorities of epidemic control measures to the highest degree have caused havoc in people's daily lives, consumer spending, business and manufacturing operations, supply chains and logistics. This crisis causes major disruptions in China's economy, with ripple effects in the rest of the world.Thu, 27 Feb 2020 12:32:00 Z8f76f333-ec20-411f-b4fd-c1318d52fe66https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2020/why-a-battery-gigafactory-is-key-for-uk-automotiveThis year, 2020, is essentially 'Year Zero' for EVs in Europe and many expect to see a rapid increase in electric vehicle (EV) production from here on in.Mon, 27 Jan 2020 15:33:00 Z90c1f0b1-e058-4e2b-adfd-dfb338051c71https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/client-work/2020/gowling-wlg-advises-william-f1-on-wae-disposalGowling WLG has advised key client Williams F1 on its disposal of a majority interest in its subsidiary WAE, to funds controlled by EMK Capital.Mon, 13 Jan 2020 00:00:00 Ze747b832-6549-4ab5-a6a1-508af21209fdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2020/ir35-review-announced-but-date-unchangedThe existing public sector restrictions and rules on off-payroll working (IR35) will be extended to medium and large private sector employers from 6th April 2020.Thu, 09 Jan 2020 11:20:00 Zc38b7459-cca6-42d2-882f-5e1f0747a2fdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2020/incoterms-2020-customs-and-trade-considerationsUrsula Johnston discusses the customs obligations under the various Incoterms and how these might inform which you choose for your international trading arrangements.Wed, 08 Jan 2020 00:00:00 Z2e1d7e9f-8d1c-4ac7-ac03-9d5dde714840https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2019/incoterms-2020-the-main-changesDavid Lowe explains more about the key changes in the new edition of Incoterms - Incoterms 2020 - and how you should deal with them.Wed, 18 Dec 2019 00:00:00 Z09bee165-e763-4c18-ba64-da294547bc7dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2019/what-are-incotermsOur Incoterms expert David Lowe, who is also global co-chair of the Incoterms 2020 drafting group, gives an overview here of these important contract terms and how to use them to best effect.Wed, 18 Dec 2019 00:00:00 Zd7304697-4b15-43af-986a-45e9eb9d4534https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/tesla-chooses-germany-for-new-european-factoryPartner and head of Gowling WLG's electric vehicle group Ragi Singh discusses Tesla and their decision to build its first major European factory in Germany rather than the UK.Tue, 03 Dec 2019 15:48:00 Z777e1df7-38c1-4040-8333-d10a3fcbf2d7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2019/long-term-trade-challengesWith Brexit negotiations on hold for the UK election, our team highlights the key international trade risks for your business.Tue, 03 Dec 2019 09:50:00 Z749f2898-08cf-49b5-a639-77d5b8eda8f5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/dismissing-an-employee-maternity-payOur employment and equalities experts consider the SMP tricky issues including 'bonus babies', 'offsetting' and 'exit packages'.Tue, 26 Nov 2019 11:29:00 Z5cf97853-7938-48e9-b7f4-aaca4eab9bb5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/fca-cracks-down-on-commission-arrangements-betweenThe FCA has announced its proposals to address consumer harm in the motor finance market by banning commission models that incentivise brokers (including motor dealers) to increase a customer's interest rate.Tue, 19 Nov 2019 14:46:00 Z3980d350-26a8-4616-8034-950181130ef4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/precast-concrete-cartel-and-the-cmaThe UK CMA has imposed fines of more than £36 million upon three suppliers of precast concrete drainage products for an infringement of UK and EU competition law.Wed, 06 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Z24dfa7f4-70d5-4aac-a600-6fad171da87chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/how-to-ensure-your-supply-chain-is-brexit-readyThis article is intended to help you identify where your key risks are and what you should do.Wed, 09 Oct 2019 14:22:00 Za5579dc2-1ae5-4c4f-8ffa-447e3c935f52https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/automotive-modernization-program-kicks-into-gearIn September, Ontario's Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade announced the launch of the Ontario Automotive Modernization Program (O-AMP) - a $10-million initiative aimed at fostering innovation and efficiency in automotive supply chains.Wed, 09 Oct 2019 00:00:00 Ze84bbaa9-6301-4131-ad19-2cd0b6c121e3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2019/fca-publishes-final-rules-on-extension-of-the-smcrThe FCA published its Final Rules on the extension of the SMCR to all solo-regulated firms in July 2019Thu, 26 Sep 2019 11:03:00 Z96da5f73-815e-4326-b843-997a2bc4425ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/ip-strategy-the-4-signs-you-re-nailing-itCompare your company's IP strategy against your competitors with Gowling WLG's online benchmarking tool.Tue, 17 Sep 2019 10:17:00 Za9c4e583-cc20-4738-8fde-92a7e1a880fehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/icc-incoterms-2020-has-arrivedIncoterms are fundamental to international trade, providing a set of contract terms for international freight delivery.Tue, 10 Sep 2019 00:00:00 Z9dae8750-56ee-49dd-a92c-a39c0cb54bbbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/the-role-of-blockchain-in-electric-vehiclesWhat role will Blockchain play in Electric Vehicle development and how will this help the sector. Our team discuss in our new article on EVs.Wed, 28 Aug 2019 08:34:00 Zc9971091-4cb9-4916-bbe7-834c6a66dd27https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2019/dana-acquires-nordresa-e-powertrain-integratorOn Aug. 26, 2019, Dana Incorporated (NYSE: DAN) announced that it had acquired Les Moteurs Nordresa Inc. based in Montréal, Quebec, and a prominent integration and application engineering expert for the development and commercialization of electric powertrains for commercial vehicles. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.Mon, 26 Aug 2019 00:00:00 Zdbe4ae8d-a582-4071-8e03-e5cf76155b18https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/electric-vehicles-insurance-challengesWith the growth in the popularity of electric vehicles, our Samantha Holland discusses the challenges facing the insurance industry.Wed, 21 Aug 2019 10:30:00 Z99bc543b-3388-4228-a241-979b298ed0bdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/electric-vehicle-charging-points-at-homeOn 15th July 2019, almost unnoticed amid the sound and fury of the Conservative leadership contest, the Department for Transport issued a public consultation on proposals to require, via an amendment to the building regulations, all new homes to be fitted with electric vehicle charging points. The proposal forms part of the government's Road to Zero strategy which aims to "clean up road transport" by moving to zero emission road vehicles.Wed, 14 Aug 2019 00:00:00 Zd16544c0-bab7-4598-b0fd-23aff3455e0fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/the-importance-of-ip-rights-in-technologyOur intellectual property experts consider the importance of IP rights in technology during disruptive times.Thu, 25 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Z6ce9191a-b30c-48a1-aedf-baf4460b9474https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2019/autonomous-vehicles-in-canadaAutonomous vehicles are computer-controlled vehicles with the ability to drive on their own without a human operator.Tue, 16 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Ze0a3d6ab-ba85-4028-a4c2-d4e1a9df3514https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/why-the-c-suite-and-ip-team-should-talkIntellectual property is growing in importance and should no longer be seen as just a legal issue by the C-suite.Tue, 02 Jul 2019 14:48:00 Ze2458540-bb3b-424b-a0ae-e497a8b517e6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/jaguar-land-rover-v-landwind-unfair-competitionThe three-year court battle between JLR and Chinese automotive manufacturer Jiangling resulted in a long-awaited victory for JLR and the wider automotive industry.Thu, 23 May 2019 13:03:00 Zb0d2a92f-f651-4658-8e7a-ce9081b5c9c4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2019/international-data-breach-strategiesThe introduction of the GDPR has seen a surge in breaches being notified to regulators and many further breaches being reported in the media.Thu, 02 May 2019 11:45:00 Z03a0d9d8-39bd-405c-b4e6-87602ece3ffchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2019/ccc-net-zero-economy-recommendationsThe Committee on Climate Change's Recommendation's for the Net Zero EconomyThu, 02 May 2019 00:00:00 Z49faed9b-3080-4849-8bef-c0c191a0fcbehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/white-papers/2019/owning-the-roadOur white paper, in collaboration with UK Autodrive, explores current approaches to patenting connected and autonomous vehicle technology and the existence and development of technical standards associated with these new automotive technologies.Thu, 18 Apr 2019 00:00:00 Z55b847d8-9d9d-4548-b493-f1712c4d984chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/should-your-business-invest-in-blockchainShould businesses invest in blockchain technology to benefit their operations and processes? We explore how it is making an impact across industries.Thu, 21 Mar 2019 13:20:00 Z0c515792-fd89-4fb6-a210-ade4a21cd0e5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/budget-2019-positioning-for-a-fall-electionWith Canada's top marginal tax rates described by some analysts as 'punitively high', and with the Canadian economy sliding to an annualized rate of growth of only 0.4 per cent in the fourth quarter, many were hoping for tax reductions in Budget 2019 that would help make Canada more competitive.Wed, 20 Mar 2019 00:00:00 Ze2f2dcfe-9f36-4c84-810b-ec5be00be60bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/risks-facing-acquiring-companiesOn 14 March 2019, the Court of Justice delivered a landmark judgment regarding the liability of acquiring companies to compensate third parties for infringements of EU competition law committed by acquired companies.Mon, 18 Mar 2019 00:00:00 Zee7768d2-3315-43e4-9739-60222b774ad3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/fca-warns-change-needed-in-motor-finance-marketIn its 2017/18 business plan, the FCA made a commitment to review the motor finance market, largely due to it being the third largest lending sector in the UK worth £64bn.Wed, 06 Mar 2019 10:21:00 Ze2088926-8d7a-44bb-9930-b2cea7190feahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/preparing-canada-s-autonomous-vehicle-insuranceA report by the Insurance Bureau of Canada argues that fully automated vehicles present new risks to the Canadian auto insurance sector and its stakeholders.Tue, 12 Feb 2019 12:00:00 Z406a2fac-2516-4ac5-9f89-5090d9a463e7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2019/customs-vat-and-excise-ready-for-no-brexitThe UK Government is in the process of introducing new legislation in relation to customs, VAT and excise in the event that there is a "no deal" Brexit. A total of 20 Statutory Instruments were laid before the Parliament in January 2019.Fri, 08 Feb 2019 00:00:00 Z2fef6d2e-f69d-4898-a08a-39b46f641ebfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/uk-publishes-no-deal-export-licenceGowling WLG's experts discuss the impact of the OGEL and how to register for the new licence.Thu, 07 Feb 2019 00:00:00 Za0400075-cdb4-4ca2-b8da-bd28b3588172https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2019/eu-japan-trade-agreement-enters-into-forceGowling WLG's experts discuss the EU Japan Economic Partnership Agreement and what it will entail.Fri, 01 Feb 2019 08:24:00 Z4f4c121d-df7a-4be6-9e7f-2ebcdbabe4b9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/the-fca-consults-on-optimising-the-smcrThe Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published its Consultation Paper 'Optimising the SMCR and Feedback to DP16/4 - Overall Responsibility and the Legal Function' to provide extra clarity on the SMCR and help firms adjust to the SM&CR.Mon, 28 Jan 2019 09:50:00 Zb181e4ac-9591-4f09-8e97-9c1250dac6cehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/uk-clean-air-strategy-2019-issues-for-businessOn Monday the 14th of January, DEFRA issued the UK Clear Air Strategy, as a follow on from December's Waste Strategy, demonstrating its green credentials.Wed, 16 Jan 2019 00:00:00 Zc99ea383-59fe-4120-8376-edcc99851823https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2019/changes-to-the-uk-s-trademarks-lawThe EU Trademarks Directive 2015 comes into force in the UK; bringing with it some key changes to the UK's legal system governing the application, registration, enforcement and licensing of trademarks.Mon, 14 Jan 2019 00:00:00 Z62515acc-a0f5-431e-b85b-fdb198049b22https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2019/brexit-cross-border-trade-challengesThe customs and trade perspectives have never been more important to consider, as the potentail for a no-deal Brexit intensifies.Fri, 11 Jan 2019 00:00:00 Z85950000-fd40-40e0-a420-8438e5bc9119https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2018/digital-protectionism-trade-and-the-wtoGowling WLG discusses the modernisation needed in order to tackle the challenges presented to free trade by both traditional and digital protectionism.Wed, 19 Dec 2018 00:00:00 Z8dfbbf03-f175-4780-8012-8803ec818ae6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2018/it-masterclass-gdpr-updateGowling WLG's IT Masterclass webinar gives a legal update on GDPR six months on.Fri, 30 Nov 2018 00:00:00 Zd2b2b3f3-bb10-4e37-918d-9555d92f673fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/new-at-gowling-wlg-customs-tradeIn five months, the UK is due to leave the EU and the 145,000 VAT-registered UK businesses that currently trade only with the EU will become importers and exporters.Tue, 06 Nov 2018 15:15:00 Z6727072b-31ec-49ed-b78d-6a89f5ab315chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/new-advertising-rules-in-quebecOn August 1, numerous provisions of An Act mainly to modernize rules relating to consumer credit and to regulate debt settlement service contracts, high-cost credit contracts and loyalty programs (the "Act") came into effect in Québec.Wed, 24 Oct 2018 16:03:00 Z4e4dc1f6-7e07-4b1b-bc9c-21dbd4489ecfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/disruptions-provide-opportunities-in-auto-industryAutomotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and their suppliers face major hurdles as their industry continues to transform under the weight of technological disruption, government protectionism policies from the United States, evolving government views on taxation and new regulations.Wed, 24 Oct 2018 15:59:00 Za9aabeab-85a2-49a3-ac19-f0ab8112fafbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2018/governing-law-and-jurisdiction-clause-in-contractsIt is important when drafting international contracts to include express reference to the forum for resolving disputes.Mon, 15 Oct 2018 00:00:00 Zff25bc78-a1b7-498a-b413-13f32f988285https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2018/blockchain-the-ultimate-disruptorBlockchain technology is changing the landscape in a major way. However, this innovative technology comes with highly complex laws and processes that require sophisticated legal and technical expertise, and an insider's understanding of the ever-evolving regulatory space.Wed, 10 Oct 2018 00:00:00 Z6479f0e0-0c3f-497f-aa65-e43e5bc23224https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2018/customs-trade-compliance-brexit-preparationIn this session we strip back the debate to identify the challenges business will face, and provide practical guidance on how to navigate the post Brexit customs landscape.Wed, 10 Oct 2018 00:00:00 Z39ae4637-8026-4833-a69a-1406830b66fbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/the-united-states-mexico-canada-agreementPresident Donald Trump called the North American Free Trade Agreement "one of the WORST Trade Deals ever made". Late Sunday night, the prolonged NAFTA renegotiations ended with the unveiling of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement ("USMCA") that will replace NAFTA.Mon, 01 Oct 2018 00:00:00 Zfc87699e-dcc2-4b46-8133-14f8dc265e6dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/automotive-product-health-safety-after-brexitThis article will outline the current interplay between domestic law and EU legislation in relation to health and safety and product safety law.Mon, 01 Oct 2018 00:00:00 Z09df7f7a-907a-408b-80e1-3ce87d602129https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/brexit-customs-tradeBrexit will cause a fundamental change in the way the UK trades with the EU. The guide is intended to provide practical advice to assist businesses to start to prepare for this change.Thu, 27 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Z5477c5cb-b757-453e-a362-29914c7853a5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/brexit-and-state-aidThis guide looks at what the post-Brexit state aid regime may look like and what this means for business.Wed, 26 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Zb585f9d2-a49c-41ba-9213-8cb529bdeac5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2018/the-impact-of-brexit-on-existing-uk-company-lawEvery business involved in UK automotive is organised into some form of corporate entity which, usually, provides limited liability to its owners and a clear control structure through the board of directors.Tue, 18 Sep 2018 08:49:00 Z9b448fe2-bb96-446d-9d28-052cded76392https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/why-you-should-avoid-resale-price-restrictionsOn 24 July 2018, the European Commission announced that in four separate cases it had fined four manufacturers for infringements of Article 101 of the Treaty of the Functioning of the European Union.Tue, 11 Sep 2018 11:37:00 Zbd5bf0ac-98aa-4b41-81d2-a216404d9683https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/new-automotive-technology-and-brexitThis short guide highlights key areas requiring action by companies in the UK's automotive sector involved in the development of new technology: access to funding; access to skilled workers; potential divergence in legal and regulatory frameworks; intellectual property; and technical standards.Fri, 07 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Z6b0b1205-3808-4b97-bf17-93dd4e25b886https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2018/how-will-brexit-affect-automotive-regulationIn this article we consider some of the ways in which regulatory requirements relating to the UK automotive sector may be affected by Brexit.Wed, 05 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Zfc1b794e-8742-4e21-b166-0dba3831b36ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/no-deal-brexit-implications-for-automotive-ipThis article explores the implications of a no deal Brexit, for IP regimes supporting the UK automotive sector.Wed, 05 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Z2a3a4b54-ef7a-4a1a-8365-2364a20ffac0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/anticipating-the-tax-implications-of-brexitWhile it is still too early to take a position on the actual consequences of Brexit, the main tax implications for groups with operations both in France and in the UK can and should already be anticipated.Wed, 05 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Z83818e5f-faaa-4180-a4b6-60d39895f671https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/brexit-environmental-law-and-automotive-industryThis article assesses the impact on UK environmental law of the UK's decision to leave the European Union (commonly known as "Brexit") and the likely direction the negotiations (in terms of environmental standards) will take in anticipation of the departure on 30 March 2019.Wed, 05 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Z73c8de9c-9d27-4d1b-b708-049f63a2f54dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/what-might-brexit-mean-for-international-disputesInternational supply arrangements give rise to the risk of cross-border disputes. What should British businesses consider when it comes to cross-border disputes?Wed, 05 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Zd5642485-399e-460f-af53-7ed44e53caafhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/brexit-employment-law-and-access-to-skillsThis guide will help you understand what has and hasn't been decided on immigration and what the government's current position is on UK employment law.Wed, 05 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Z70c5671c-9f55-4201-a29d-b1d00141c8bchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/brexit-what-will-it-mean-for-dispute-resolutionGowling WLG's Brexit Taskforce look at what the UK Government's Brexit white paper, the future relationship between the United Kingdom and the European Union, means for dispute resolution.Tue, 28 Aug 2018 09:04:00 Z31db5058-2f73-43a6-b54a-5fc611d47ff7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/competition-law-director-disqualificationThe UK competition authority is consulting on proposed changes to its current guidance on director disqualification in competition law cases.Fri, 10 Aug 2018 00:00:00 Z9a3e2fee-f6df-4bfa-8758-ec13728a6d0fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/liable-for-violations-by-overseas-subsidiariesWhen will a parent company in the UK be held accountable for human rights failings by its subsidiaries in other countries? Will having a global human rights policy leave the parent company more exposed?Thu, 09 Aug 2018 10:59:00 Zada648f6-a986-4c01-b699-2c9605ea4fb2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/shorter-trials-schemeIP partner John Coldham looks back at the aims and achievements of the Shorter Trials Scheme pilot, which has been running in the High Court since October 2015, and considers how litigants may successfully make the most of the scheme.Wed, 08 Aug 2018 14:24:00 Zcf385d55-73b5-4a8d-8920-2c227504025ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/podcasts/2018/the-contract-law-lifecycleAt our most recent ThinkHouse Foundations event, Associate, Alex Wrixon, from our Commercial Litigation team gave an update on the latest developments in contracts law, looking at how key cases have a bearing on the 'contract lifecycle'.Mon, 06 Aug 2018 14:42:00 Z4e1bd83f-021d-45a0-9883-df696cbd005ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/uk-merger-control-requests-for-informationThe UK competition authority (the CMA) has recently imposed fines for procedural breaches of the UK merger control regime. Given the risks of non-compliance (including fines, and possible criminal sanctions), this update outlines key issues to be considered when engaging with the CMA.Thu, 02 Aug 2018 00:00:00 Z7c0bde74-44ac-459a-b752-bec33221e576https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/employment-essentials-july-2018What issues will affect your business in July 2018? Our employment, labour & equalities experts bring you the latest legal developments.Wed, 01 Aug 2018 00:00:00 Z20c8dee9-b22d-45c2-9414-b58dffbe1727https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/challenges-facing-the-automotive-sectorResearch from our new report found that 86% of industry experts expect to see more litigation in the automotive sector.Tue, 10 Jul 2018 00:00:00 Zc993461c-ae06-4b25-992e-cd1ca4637a15https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/the-eu-withdrawal-act-what-you-need-to-knowIn this article we set to one side the political debates around Brexit and outline what businesses need to know about how the EU (Withdrawal) Act actually works and what it will do.Thu, 05 Jul 2018 00:00:00 Zbc30037c-88b5-4db3-86c9-715fa4e3fe87https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/alcon-puts-the-brakes-on-ap-racingAlcon has successfully resisted AP Racing's appeal against an Intellectual Property Enterprise Court (IPEC) decision. The case concerns Alcon's high performance brake caliper designs and technology.Wed, 27 Jun 2018 00:00:00 Z0872e39a-f432-4697-a13d-8d3220835adchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/what-the-growing-trust-in-ai-means-for-driverlessUK investor perceptions regarding the Government's plans for investment in autonomous vehicles.Mon, 11 Jun 2018 00:00:00 Z3a095ceb-ff5f-40ac-8c2a-5c5350472c8fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/trade-secrets-directive-becomes-directly-effectiveOn 9 June 2018, the deadline expires for EU Member States to implement the necessary legislation to give effect to the 'Trade Secrets Directive'.Thu, 07 Jun 2018 00:00:00 Z26ef80ce-203c-4f52-a7b7-fe122c1cdd15https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/canadian-regulations-on-defective-vehicle-recallsOn March 1, the Strengthening Motor Vehicle Safety for Canadians Act (Bill S-2) (the Act) received royal assent, giving Canada’s minister of transport sweeping authority to execute a range of measures designed to protect drivers from vehicle defects.Fri, 04 May 2018 14:19:00 Zc25e3b40-20c0-4c4a-8f6b-557bbffcd992https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/quebec-to-recognize-regulate-autonomous-vehiclesOn April 17, 2018, the Québec legislature enacted Bill 165, An Act to amend the Highway Safety Code and other provisions. Bill 165 marks the first time that autonomous vehicles will be recognized – and regulated – in Québec.Mon, 30 Apr 2018 18:13:00 Z6f88356f-2228-49e1-a634-ef7addb1e365https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/uk-ratifies-the-upc-agreementOn 26 April 2018 the UK completed its ratification of the UPC Agreement by depositing its instrument of ratification with the European Council.Fri, 27 Apr 2018 00:00:00 Z8e2d7755-19a5-4cdb-b5f1-29c1f312ed92https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/brand-owners-beware-how-gdpr-will-make-online-enfThe EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into effect on 25 May 2018, and it will see the implementation of tighter controls on the collection, processing, storage and making available of personal data. This will impact the ability of intellectual property rights holders to identify the individuals behind websites undertaking infringing activities.Wed, 21 Mar 2018 00:00:00 Zee0dc78a-37ee-4a25-9cbc-7751d366c7fdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/uk-ratifies-hague-agreement-on-industrial-designsIn an important step for design right owners, the United Kingdom has completed its ratification of the 'Hague Agreement' concerning the registration of industrial designs.Wed, 14 Mar 2018 12:22:00 Z4e2785b1-c03f-49f5-9325-5d13c564b512https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/implications-of-the-actavis-v-eli-lilly-judgmentIn a landmark judgment in July 2017, the UK Supreme Court introduced a doctrine of equivalents into modern UK patent law.Thu, 01 Mar 2018 00:00:00 Zcf0b1b73-8425-4329-90a9-8d11b6431214https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/mobility-revolution-rethinking-urban-mobilityCities are a magnet for people as centres for jobs, economic activity and innovation, and urban mobility systems lie at the very heart of what makes cities attractive and viable.Tue, 20 Feb 2018 00:00:00 Z97b0924c-fb70-49a7-8a4e-cb9f93e7818fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/car-market-to-be-stuck-in-the-slow-lane-in-2018Professor David Bailey examines what impact the latest car registration figures will have on the automotive manufacturing sector.Thu, 15 Feb 2018 11:33:00 Z07bc00e4-85dd-4e61-a501-dafe7d220884https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/white-papers/2018/paving-the-wayOur latest white paper discusses the challenges of developing both physical and digital infrastructure to make CAVs a reality.Wed, 07 Feb 2018 00:00:00 Z583613e2-501c-4d87-80d0-26f529f4d633https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/government-support-for-electric-vehiclesOn Wednesday 10 January 2018 the government published its Automotive Sector Deal, which established its industrial strategy across the automotive sector.Thu, 01 Feb 2018 09:59:00 Z24409853-b927-43a5-b116-25c449a11e38https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2018/brain-to-vehicle-technologyNissan took the opportunity at this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) to showcase its latest efforts to add a layer of artificial intelligence (AI) to its vehicle driving technology.Thu, 25 Jan 2018 00:00:00 Z1a1bdae5-971f-41a9-bdfa-20155f395130https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/trademark-for-black-cab-shape-is-invalidThe trademarked three-dimensional shape of the traditional London taxi has been found invalid by the Court of Appeal of England and Wales.Thu, 16 Nov 2017 00:00:00 Z7f373e27-f0f7-4543-87d6-5c44e12e67eahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2017/russian-federal-antimonopoly-service-threatens-renParallel importation has been a hot topic in Russia for some time.Mon, 23 Oct 2017 00:00:00 Zf4d3759a-11aa-4c69-989f-7996ef233ed4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/automated-and-electric-vehicles-billThe Automated and Electric Vehicles Bill was introduced to the House of Commons and given its First Reading just this Wednesday, 18th October 2017.Fri, 20 Oct 2017 00:00:00 Zdd6ad572-cb59-410d-8034-aa6a9e0ab3d9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/is-car-industry-set-to-grow-with-goods-mortgagesFinance has long played an important part in driving vehicles out of the showroom and onto the tarmac. So, could proposed Law Commission reforms on how individuals can use cars as security for loans and other obligations inject further life into the automotive sector and to those who provide finance within it?Sun, 08 Oct 2017 19:00:00 Z0e75698d-0dab-4c40-b9e1-eeefc58c45b0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2017/battery-technology-demand-takes-the-leadThe firm's natural resources practice recently co-sponsored and organised a battery minerals seminar in conjunction with Women in Mining (UK) and SRK Consulting UK Ltd. Given the formidable panel line up of industry and mining experts speaking at the event, guests were certainly not disappointed.Tue, 26 Sep 2017 12:00:00 Z4e8e062c-7e9f-4cc3-829c-2b2a0bd939dehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/automated-vehicles-disrupting-the-traditional-ciAutomated vehicle (AV) technology is rapidly improving and AVs will represent the greatest disruption to the model of the traditional, personally-driven automobile city since the inception of the motor vehicle. Across North America, cities are not prepared.Tue, 19 Sep 2017 00:00:00 Zcc910176-2190-46e8-a93d-80925427eb5ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/driverless-vehicles-a-hacker-s-delightThe commercial pressure of being first-to-market means those writing software code for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs) are potentially exposed to unrealistic deadlines when it comes to ensuring cyber resilience for their products, potentially attracting malicious hackers.Mon, 11 Sep 2017 00:00:00 Z1b779685-3f2c-4678-a448-92b8569f6eaehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/battery-technologies-the-way-forwardNews that the UK has pledged to ban the sale of petrol and diesel cars by 2040 has put a feather in the cap of the electric car industry on the back of claims that charging cars and vans from the grid, like a laptop or phone, is sure to be cleaner than petrol or diesel power.Tue, 05 Sep 2017 10:40:00 Zeb1c35d0-89ae-4b48-8a69-a84df3282a4bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/white-papers/2017/a-hacker-s-delight-cyber-securityThis white paper looks at the growing risks of cyber-attacks and discusses how the motor industry and law makers need to react to the increased importance of all-things-cyber while they develop CAVs.Fri, 01 Sep 2017 00:00:00 Zb0f2894c-5483-4cdb-9608-8ae91f9424eehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/electric-vehicle-market-sparks-into-lifeIt seems that electric vehicles (EVs) are finally coming of age as barriers to take up start to fall, costs decline, and range and performance improves.Tue, 25 Jul 2017 11:29:00 Z3595d3d8-0e2f-4238-a291-12343dc28998https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/the-most-investible-brands-in-the-driverless-markeRecently the Financial Times reported on the accelerating pace of investment in the autonomous vehicle (AV) market, after start-up Drive.ai raised $50m in new funding.Tue, 11 Jul 2017 11:19:00 Z8b8ac6d2-1669-46cd-9661-2f27ef09406bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/brexit-one-year-on-what-it-means-for-autoThis week the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) chief executive Mike Hawes said: 'We accept that we are leaving the EU and we share the desire for that departure to be a success.Fri, 23 Jun 2017 05:13:00 Z327ed7f9-4c33-4a81-9570-5544773a4707https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/jaguar-land-rover-to-embark-on-huge-recruitment-drJaguar Land Rover (JLR) is drawing up plans to hire an extra 5,000 engineers and technical staff in the next 12 months. That’s a major vote of confidence in the UK for developing and designing cars. The announcement could come as early as this week.Tue, 20 Jun 2017 04:48:00 Z383e5b49-343c-4c56-9e13-e3647e955bb0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/lotus-saved-by-chinese-firm-geelyLotus, famous for F1 success decades ago and James Bond’s underwater Esprit has been taken over by the Chinese firm Geely.Tue, 30 May 2017 04:52:00 Z402d6e33-28fe-4991-9515-6bfd7e66d2behttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/addressing-cyber-risks-in-a-driverless-futureWith the prospect of fully driverless cars in the UK on the horizon, potential threats from hacking need to be seriously addressed.Thu, 25 May 2017 00:00:00 Zeadb567d-62dd-4335-9bf0-14f9afd2aa8chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/are-car-sales-finally-running-out-of-roadNew car registrations fell month-on-month by almost 20% to 152,076 units in April, as new Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) rates came into force and imported car prices rose.Tue, 09 May 2017 06:56:00 Ze485bd4e-ea2c-47a8-9bb3-fb1487398b10https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2017/driverless-vehicles-safety-risks-and-regulationDriverless vehicles continue to raise difficult legal and moral questions around safety. What are the regulatory implications for this fast-paced industry?Fri, 28 Apr 2017 11:32:00 Zcd22643e-8b4a-4934-addd-1c72346c110dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/house-of-lords-looks-to-accelerate-driverlessA report released today by The House of Lords Science and Technology Committee has warned that the UK risks missing out on the benefits of driverless vehicles unless urgent government action is taken.Wed, 15 Mar 2017 08:40:00 Z0a159450-1826-4863-a4a3-0c677175e923https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/driverless-vehicles-and-the-moral-algorithmStuart Young refers to some detailed research and the reality behind driverless vehicles and looks at ways of regulating moral programming in order to move forward in this area.Mon, 13 Mar 2017 00:00:00 Zcd9ac21a-ecfb-487b-bc0a-6d66bc0d82f6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/the-fall-and-rise-of-union-powerIf you've opened a newspaper or been on social media in the last few months you'd be forgiven for thinking that we are in the midst of a wave of industrial action not seen since the "bad old days" of the 70s.Wed, 01 Mar 2017 00:00:00 Z8bdcb297-8788-434a-a5ff-5786757dadfehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/guarantor-loans-and-default-noticesThe FCA has published guidance on the requirement to serve a default notice before a creditor enforces a guarantee or indemnity following breach of an agreement. Greg Standing, partner and head of the retail and finance automotive sector group at Gowling WLG, analyses the key points.Mon, 27 Feb 2017 12:24:00 Z2011d4ea-ac72-4116-b933-e22c16b47197https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/is-uk-getting-serious-about-industrial-strategyThe new UK government under prime minister Theresa May has brought with it a welcome change of tone on industrial strategy.Mon, 13 Feb 2017 00:00:00 Zfd91d96a-e601-457c-8906-ede5664c520ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/driving-towards-a-driverless-futureThe government recently responded to a consultation on driverless cars. Stuart Young, partner at Gowling WLG, explains the scope of the consultation and considers the government response.Tue, 07 Feb 2017 00:00:00 Z626ab7c8-c9d7-49cf-bab3-704c692226d3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/promote-and-enforce-the-right-cultureIn the second of Motor Finance's two pieces on the FCA's review on early arrears management in unsecured lending, Greg Standing, partner and head of the retail and finance automotive sector group at Gowling WLG, outlines the key report’s primary findings.Mon, 30 Jan 2017 00:00:00 Z17b4c668-becc-4baf-a10c-7331afce9a16https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/new-stewardship-plan-available-for-automotive-mateOn April 1, 2017, Ontario companies that supply automotive materials to the Ontario market - such as antifreeze and antifreeze containers, empty oil containers and oil filters - will have the option to join Automotive Materials Stewardship's (AMS) new Industry Stewardship Plan (ISP).Wed, 25 Jan 2017 00:00:00 Z4cb968e3-3935-4524-9897-a714ebff0549https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/what-brexit-means-for-automotiveThe outcome of the UK's EU referendum has certainly created a degree of uncertainty among US automotive businesses, with almost half (45%) being concerned about the negative impact of potentially protracted negotiations on their organisation.Wed, 11 Jan 2017 07:00:00 Z8939c94f-670f-4ee6-94fb-5582e5198bbfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2017/brexit-the-cars-dilemmaProfessor David Bailey considers what ‘Brexit’ means for the UK’s car industry.Tue, 10 Jan 2017 00:00:00 Zcf2a4b14-f5df-4088-8697-5efaad13943fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/protect-your-business-from-financial-crimeThe FCA has issued a booklet - and launched a webcast - to assist consumer credit firms in assessing the adequacy of financial crime systems and controls.Mon, 19 Dec 2016 00:00:00 Z49581b98-9c34-44c3-84cb-6bd879780f37https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/jaguar-land-rover-throws-down-the-gauntlet-to-goveJaguar Land Rover's chief executive, Dr Ralf Speth, has set out a vision for producing electric vehicles (EVS) that will see 10,000 new jobs created in the West Midlands.Mon, 12 Dec 2016 04:50:00 Zdbf15042-05a0-492f-b91d-5fb029707baehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/four-cities-are-cracking-down-on-diesel-vehiclesFour of the world's biggest cities are to ban diesel cars from their city centres by 2025, in order to improve air quality.Mon, 12 Dec 2016 00:00:00 Z5c9f6627-75fa-41ca-b608-0a92d0aebd10https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2016/driverless-vehicles-regulating-moral-programmingThis week, in a statement to the US highways regulator, Apple has confirmed that it is working on technology for a self-driving car.Tue, 06 Dec 2016 00:00:00 Zc223b79d-d023-42b5-8f03-667c54151468https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/white-papers/2016/the-moral-compass-for-autonomous-vehiclesOur white paper, in collaboration with UK Autodrive, explores some of the issues around ethical decision-making by autonomous vehicles and the necessity for urgent regulatory clarity to facilitate development in this area.Thu, 01 Dec 2016 00:00:00 Z85693ccc-6e27-4b7d-95e3-0437ba38e0cahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/fca-gets-tough-on-money-laundering-failingsThere is an abundance of guidance for firms on how to meet requirements relating to anti-money laundering and financial crime. Ignore it at your peril, warns Gowling WLG’s Greg StandingThu, 24 Nov 2016 00:00:00 Z98de7317-7ebb-46e6-b35f-83a0026e5b0ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/a-deal-with-mclaren-would-see-apple-shift-up-a-geaThis article was written by Aston Business School professor, David Bailey. It was originally published on theconversation.com on 27 September 2016.Wed, 05 Oct 2016 04:41:00 Zc52aa294-d56d-40c5-9222-94b0e9d78487https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/is-the-end-of-the-road-for-ppi-claims-in-sightThis article originally appeared in Motor Finance magazine in September 2016.Thu, 29 Sep 2016 00:00:00 Zb670d47a-1f54-4291-aae4-2ec5475bf8d8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/shanghai-auto-stops-mg-assembly-at-longbridgeThis article was originally published in The Birmingham Post on 26 September 2016.Thu, 29 Sep 2016 00:00:00 Z9fe3d128-46e7-4244-b19c-dd12a79c3f78https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/bespoke-clauses-prevail-over-standard-t-c-sThis article originally appeared in Leasing Life magazine in September 2016.Thu, 29 Sep 2016 00:00:00 Ze25c870b-441e-4a5d-8f02-0f0cd71b9b1dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/client-work/2016/charme-capital-partners-acquisition-of-jd-classicThe Gowling WLG corporate team has advised on the sale of the majority stake in JD Classics to the pan-European mid-market private equity firm Charme III.Fri, 16 Sep 2016 04:00:00 Z43f929a4-f61c-43bc-a2e6-9e1f4d7720c6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/the-world-s-first-driverless-taxi-trialWhilst on secondment for a month in Singapore, Professor David Bailey spotted a driverless taxi being trialled in a small area of the city.Thu, 01 Sep 2016 04:25:00 Z6b5b115f-0eac-45b0-a869-1cf169c21cbehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/client-work/2016/gowling-wlg-helps-mazda-revolutionise-the-car-buyiGowling WLG has advised car manufacturer Mazda on its innovative Mazda MyWay programme, which champions the use of 'virtual' dealerships to sell cars to the public.Tue, 16 Aug 2016 00:00:00 Zbae805cc-f76f-472e-b846-0aa340e80ad8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/complaint-handing-the-new-requirementsThis article was originally published in Motor Finance magazine in August 2016.Tue, 16 Aug 2016 00:00:00 Ze9882ce6-09d3-486c-850b-f7051275def6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/how-autonomous-vehicles-will-change-insuranceIn April 2016, the headlines read: 'Tesla nearing 400,000 model 3 orders'. This is very exciting news for proponents of all electric vehicles and, very likely, the world's first mass-market, semi-autonomous vehicle (SAV).Mon, 08 Aug 2016 10:41:00 Z5a71f5aa-7655-431a-8eda-995965303807https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/unfair-relationship-but-limited-reliefThere is no precise or universal test to determine an unfair relationship under s140A of the Consumer Credit Act 1974 (CCA).Fri, 29 Jul 2016 00:00:00 Zbb4e7c91-418b-4465-b59c-7b5fe277e3fbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2016/redress-for-failure-to-disclose-ppi-commissionThis article was originally published on Motor Finance in January 2016.Thu, 21 Jul 2016 00:00:00 Z4871620d-98b5-4554-bac1-2483f3b73904https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/brexit-what-does-it-mean-for-the-automotive-sectNow that the UK has voted to leave the European Union (EU), what are the possible ramifications for the Automotive sector?Wed, 06 Jul 2016 00:00:00 Za00c25a9-4695-44c8-8c75-1a5dfcdfc808https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/get-ready-for-the-new-gdprThe new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) was recently agreed and will come into force two years from publication, so by 25 May 2018.Mon, 06 Jun 2016 00:00:00 Zd4a74fab-d1c0-4801-874a-c837325cc1f1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/varying-contract-terms-despite-no-variation-clauseThe aim of a variation clause is to exclude the possibility of informal or even inadvertent variations being binding. However, an agreement can in fact be varied orally or by conduct, as confirmed by the Court of Appeal in Globe Motors Inc & others v TRW Lucas Varity Electric Steering Limited.Mon, 09 May 2016 00:00:00 Z3f0b40f3-d468-486b-b7b1-fe122566f7e3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/increasing-individual-accountability-in-all-regulaThis article was originally published on Motor Finance in May 2016.Fri, 06 May 2016 00:00:00 Z8885fdab-0b3d-45c2-9f0c-a27e88c9b4c5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/best-practice-for-dealing-with-customers-in-vulnerThis article was originally published on Motor Finance in April 2016.Mon, 04 Apr 2016 00:00:00 Zb6874b2c-4737-4699-9772-86744e6b5442https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/a-mini-trade-mark-victory-for-bmwBMW successfully opposed, before the General Court, registration of the MINICARGO trade mark for 'apparatus for locomotion by land, namely trailers', relying on its earlier Community Trade Mark for MINI.Thu, 24 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Z9e52ce69-9dde-4ae6-b8c7-e5e210c89fbehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2017/london-taxi-company-s-trademark-for-the-shape-ofThe trademarked three-dimensional shape of the traditional London taxi has been found invalid by the High Court of England and Wales.Fri, 11 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Z942ac68e-b65a-4415-bead-af1276f2fd72https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/a-binding-contract-despite-no-price-specificationAgreements to agree are generally unenforceable as too uncertain. However, the Court of Appeal has recently found that a binding contract had been concluded for the sale of a limited edition Porsche even though there was no set price, no vehicle and no delivery date at the time the contract was made.Tue, 08 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Z8acfb475-0050-4636-aed7-d2d4161207bbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2016/getting-what-you-bargained-forThe importance of due diligence for purchasers cannot be overstated, including for companies purchasing debts.Thu, 11 Feb 2016 00:00:00 Zdd8a45da-cbc9-42d7-abef-0690263d6d6chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2015/regulatory-round-up-november-2015Wragge Lawrence Graham & Co's regulatory experts provide their monthly bite size overviews of the major legal and regulatory developments and news for the consumer, asset and automotive finance sectors.Fri, 27 Nov 2015 00:00:00 Z2afc7b49-2f17-4c66-b3a7-9dccf384fe0chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2015/fca-s-new-approach-to-supervisionOn 17 September, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) announced changes to the way it will supervise the firms it authorises, including how firms are classified, in order to support its sector-based approach.Tue, 10 Nov 2015 00:00:00 Z13ae94c9-ff1e-48d3-adfe-9dfe112801cahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2015/the-pic-group-acquired-by-trigo-groupOn October 30, 2015, TRIGO Group, an international provider of operational quality solutions headquartered in France and a portfolio company of UK-based IK Investment Partners Limited, acquired the Canadian and US operations of The PIC Group Inc.Fri, 30 Oct 2015 00:00:00 Z1b77320b-56c6-4649-9f79-a8868e497c89https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2015/appeal-court-reverses-case-where-unregulated-agreeIn February, we reported on the decision in NRAM PLC v McAdam and others, in which the High Court held in excess of 40,000 unregulated consumer credit agreements to be regulated - at a cost of some £258 million to the lender - due to the way they had been administered by NRAM.Fri, 16 Oct 2015 00:00:00 Ze0cba2fb-ff0c-4fb5-9cf5-44c14f01bd4ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2015/cma-warning-to-cartelists-expect-a-prison-sentenceStephen Blake, head of the Cartels and Criminal Group at the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) recently warned that individuals convicted of cartel offences should expect prison sentences.Wed, 14 Oct 2015 00:00:00 Zb1cc1464-b332-45dc-a5d5-83071d7e3bb8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2015/the-consumer-rights-actThe Consumer Rights Act 2015 (CRA) came into force on 1 October 2015, and will apply to contracts made between businesses and consumers.Thu, 01 Oct 2015 00:00:00 Zdfd00c4a-a5f1-42b4-872d-581d9aafaa3bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2015/regulatory-round-up-september-2015Our experts provide their monthly bite size overviews of the major legal and regulatory developments and news for the consumer, asset and automotive finance sectors.Wed, 30 Sep 2015 00:00:00 Z6dd2893d-5f5c-4d19-a0a3-fc9e55cd41dbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2015/energy-savings-opportunity-scheme-time-is-runninWith financial penalties of up to £90,000 for non-compliance - but also potentially huge savings to be made through the scheme - it's essential that qualifying companies are prepared for the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS).Mon, 21 Sep 2015 00:00:00 Z4f53627e-f882-4d4c-9d7e-654fad50cf76https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2015/practical-justice-permits-return-of-a-not-so-nNeither depreciation, intermittent use nor delay prevented a purchaser from rescinding a contract to purchase a 'brand new' car and recovering the purchase price.Tue, 01 Sep 2015 00:00:00 Z984915f9-1070-4b1a-8be2-fcba0ba3cbf4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2015/novatech-acquires-assets-of-cover-industriesOn August 31, 2015, Novatech Group Inc. acquired the assets of Cover Industries Inc., including manufacturing plants in Anjou, Saint-Apollinaire and Saint-Agapit, Québec.Mon, 31 Aug 2015 00:00:00 Z2ed4db46-6b96-4cf3-8cef-b02c06d9995ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2015/unregulated-agreement-remains-unregulatedThe Court of Appeal has handed down its judgment in the NRAM PLC v McAdam and others test cases bringing relief to NRAM PLC, and undoubtedly other lenders.Fri, 31 Jul 2015 00:00:00 Zdaaa6333-1c31-4ddc-a5af-112c46fb0beehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2015/mind-the-gapThis article was originally published in the July 2015 issue of Motor Finance.Mon, 27 Jul 2015 00:00:00 Z7d360a90-aa49-467d-835b-e155e8bac827https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2015/changes-to-disp-come-in-to-force-on-9-julyThis article was originally published in the June 2015 edition of Motor Finance.Tue, 30 Jun 2015 00:00:00 Ze7bcd855-11d8-41ee-bd6b-1da4a2f0f9e5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2015/lymax-holdings-and-asgard-pacific-holdings-acquireOn June 15, 2015, Lymax Holdings Ltd. and Asgard Pacific Holdings Ltd. purchased all the shares of M2 Distribution Ltd.Mon, 01 Jun 2015 00:00:00 Zd46d16d5-361f-43c2-916b-5864b5efb374https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/client-work/2015/vmoto-successfully-raises-a8-9-millionOn 12 June 2015, Vmoto Limited (ASX/AIM: VMT) announced that it had received firm commitments to raise approximately A$8.9 million through an oversubscribed placement of 19,780,000 ordinary shares of no par value at $0.45 per placement share.Mon, 01 Jun 2015 00:00:00 Z4dd49910-938b-45ab-89cf-f7ce320a0cb4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2015/the-consumer-rights-act-2015The Consumer Rights Act 2015 (CRA) received Royal Assent on 26 March 2015 and is expected to come into force on 1 October 2015.Tue, 26 May 2015 00:00:00 Z86d3846b-3813-4e15-ae39-957d0f534216https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2015/informed-consent-and-commissionThis article originally appeared in Motor Finance April 2015.Wed, 13 May 2015 00:00:00 Za8f960d2-5aa6-4ce4-9220-85fc759a87ffhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2015/drugs-and-driving-a-cocktail-to-be-avoidedThe drug driving law changed on 2 March 2015 to make it easier for the police to catch and convict drug drivers under the influence of both illegal and certain legal drugs. Michael Hafen examines the implications of the new legislation for individuals and employers and suggests some steps that employers may consider taking to ensure their employees drive safely.Thu, 19 Mar 2015 00:00:00 Zfead9c89-4dce-4869-a05e-914f72f2c606https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2015/how-transparent-is-your-supply-chainOur Commercial IT and Outsourcing team looks at the transparency measure in the Modern Slavery Bill, the effect this may have on businesses and how businesses can prepare themselves...Wed, 18 Mar 2015 00:00:00 Z54b7544f-42cc-414d-9583-3fd5f8939c7dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2015/creditor-s-pre-contract-obligationsThis article was originally published in the March 2015 edition of Motor Finance.Sat, 14 Mar 2015 00:00:00 Z23058762-a00a-4444-82da-b8acdcea7a8dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2015/clearing-the-road-for-driverless-carsThis article was first published on Lexis®PSL Commercial on 19 February 2015.Thu, 05 Mar 2015 00:00:00 Z5b2aae4b-e809-4e00-ab03-20e923353ba9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-ae/insights-resources/articles/2015/vehicle-finance-drives-strong-car-salesGreg Standing looks at the different factors contributing to growth in UK car sales, the impact of PCP products on the industry and both the challenges and opportunities facing the industry in the future.Thu, 26 Feb 2015 00:00:00 Ze85ec4c5-5051-4dea-aaec-978d63b4ca35https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2015/regulated-unregulated-agreementsThis article was originally published in the February 2015 edition of Motor FinanceSat, 14 Feb 2015 00:00:00 Z30bd6b29-e7ff-4df8-8311-1e6ca8b31cfehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2014/mediation-say-no-at-your-perilThis article was originally published in the November 2014 edition of Motor FinanceSat, 20 Dec 2014 00:00:00 Ze988fdea-850e-47ea-b75f-a9e7c45b0570https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2014/non-disclosure-of-commission-renders-relationshipThis article was originally published in the November issue of Motor Finance.Tue, 09 Dec 2014 00:00:00 Ze8d9cd67-1248-445f-865f-c8cdd5c31a86https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2014/product-recall-litigation-will-uk-follow-the-usOur automotive specialists and Professor David Bailey consider the future of product recalls and what they may mean for the automotive sector in the US and UK.Tue, 29 Jul 2014 00:00:00 Zcad52717-3a32-4793-bf47-a3817c901dd0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-AE/insights-resources/articles/2014/transfer-of-consumer-credit-regulation-to-the-fcaFrom 1 April 2014, the FCA will have responsibility for the regulation of activities relating to consumer credit including credit broking and debt adjusting.Tue, 25 Mar 2014 00:00:00 Z