Insights · The Marqstats Desk

Market research insights from our research desk.

Long-form analysis, sector briefings and methodology notes built on validated data, primary interviews and traceable sources — reviewed by a sector lead before it ships.

What we cover Continuously updated
↳ Passenger Vehicles
↳ Commercial Vehicles
↳ Two-Wheelers and Three-Wheelers
↳ Electric Vehicles and Charging
↳ Auto Components and Tires
↳ Truck Bodies and Upfitting
↳ Aftermarket and Car Care
↳ Used Vehicles and Trade
↳ Connected and Autonomous Vehicles
↳ Mobility and Fleet Services
↳ Off-Highway Vehicles
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01 / Insights — page 21

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How a Kei Car Became a Connected Vehicle
Blog
Connected and Autonomous Vehicles 8 MIN

How a Kei Car Became a Connected Vehicle

Japan's cheapest cars were the last place you'd expect connectivity. Marqstats explains how electric kei cars changed that, and why it wasn't about price at all.

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Why Italy's 2G Shutdown Risk Is Smaller Than the Forecast Assumed
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Connected and Autonomous Vehicles 12 MIN

Why Italy's 2G Shutdown Risk Is Smaller Than the Forecast Assumed

A downside scenario for Italy's connected car market assumes an imminent 2G shutdown. Marqstats finds that shutdown hasn't started, and isn't expected for years.

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Why Does a Province With 2% of Italy's Population Get 28% of Its Leased Cars?
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Connected and Autonomous Vehicles 8 MIN

Why Does a Province With 2% of Italy's Population Get 28% of Its Leased Cars?

One Italian province captures 28% of national leased-car registrations with just 2% of the population. Marqstats explains the tax arbitrage behind the number.

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The 3 Million Italian Black Boxes That Aren't Actually Insured
Sector Briefing
Connected and Autonomous Vehicles 15 MIN

The 3 Million Italian Black Boxes That Aren't Actually Insured

Nearly a third of Italy's reported insurance black boxes have no active policy attached. Marqstats explains where the missing 3 million devices actually are.

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Why France's 2G Shutdown Is Happening in 2026, Not 2025
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Connected and Autonomous Vehicles 12 MIN

Why France's 2G Shutdown Is Happening in 2026, Not 2025

France's 2G shutdown is widely described as a finished 2025 event. It isn't. Marqstats traces Orange's actual phased 2026 rollout and why the correction matters for planning.

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Does Your French Connected Car Count Include a Dormant eCall Module?
Sector Briefing
Connected and Autonomous Vehicles 15 MIN

Does Your French Connected Car Count Include a Dormant eCall Module?

Almost every new French car has an eCall module. Almost none of that is commercial connectivity. Marqstats explains the difference and why it matters for market sizing.

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Company Car or Personal Car: Which One Gets the Connected Features First in France?
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Connected and Autonomous Vehicles 8 MIN

Company Car or Personal Car: Which One Gets the Connected Features First in France?

A French company car is far more likely to be connected than your own. Marqstats explains why fleets pay for telematics without hesitating while private buyers say no.

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Why Does One Province Set the Bar for Canada's Connected Car Privacy Rules?
Sector Briefing
Connected and Autonomous Vehicles 15 MIN

Why Does One Province Set the Bar for Canada's Connected Car Privacy Rules?

Quebec is 23% of Canada's connected car market by value and sets data-governance policy for all of it. Marqstats explains how one province's privacy law became the national standard.

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Why Canada's Connected Car Market Didn't Slow Down When EV Sales Fell 35.7%
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Connected and Autonomous Vehicles 12 MIN

Why Canada's Connected Car Market Didn't Slow Down When EV Sales Fell 35.7%

Canada's EV sales collapsed 35.7% in 2025. Its connected car market kept growing anyway. Marqstats explains why the two numbers measure completely different things.

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Rogers Shut Down 3G in July 2025 — Does Your Connected Car Still Work?
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Connected and Autonomous Vehicles 8 MIN

Rogers Shut Down 3G in July 2025 — Does Your Connected Car Still Work?

Rogers shut down 3G on 31 July 2025, and some connected cars silently stopped reporting. Marqstats explains who is affected and how to check.

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