The Alliance

Who are ESCA?

ESCA, the European Small Volume Car Manufacturers Alliance, is the trade body for Europe’s car manufacturers who produce fewer than 10,000 cars registered within the EU per year. Our members are responsible for some of the world’s most recognisable, iconic and innovative brands, breaking the mould in the automotive industry.

Established in 2009, ESCA was formed in response to evolving EU legislation requiring significant reductions in average CO₂ emissions from 2012 onwards. A number of small volume manufacturers recognised the need to unite in order to ensure their unique position within the automotive sector was properly understood.

By joining forces, these manufacturers formed ESCA to represent their shared interests, advocate for proportionate regulation, and ensure that the voice of Europe’s small, innovative and independent car sector continues to be heard at EU level.

What do we do?

ESCA advocates on behalf its members in the European institutions and its member states to ensure their interests are represented alongside the mainstream automotive industry.

We believe in the diversity of the automotive industry and in maintaining consumer choice. As small volume manufacturers we are committed to continuously improving the performance of our vehicles and to create new innovations in order to remain competitive within the market place.

We are committed to the EU’s carbon reduction measures and playing our part in the development of connected automotive technology as well as ensuring regulatory equivalence with our export markets.

Our Mission

  • To communicate with decision makers on the common interest and positions of the small volume manufacturing industry on issues relating to emissions, safety and trade

  • To provide strategic counsel to members and affiliates on specific issues and regulations

  • To advocate for small volume manufacturers interests within the EU

  • To promote the role of the small volume manufacturing sector leading the wider automotive industry at the forefront of technological advancement and innovation.