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Top executives from Mercedes, BMW, Opel say lofty technology ambitions will take longer to generate profits, with Europe falling behind other markets.
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Automakers face ‘perfect storm’ in Europe as EV emphasis adds pressure
Top executives from Mercedes, BMW, Opel say lofty technology ambitions will take longer to generate profits, with Europe falling behind other markets.
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November 27, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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CATL’s approach for Spain contrasts with its Hungarian site in Debrecen, where it has hired mostly locals to build its largest European plant
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China’s CATL breaks ground on huge Spanish battery plant — bringing its own workers
CATL’s approach for Spain contrasts with its Hungarian site in Debrecen, where it has hired mostly locals to build its largest European plant
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November 27, 2025 at 9:23 AM
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The industry is pushing for concessions from the EU that include CO2-neutral fuels, such as biofuels, as well as plug-in hybrids or range-extended EVs.
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European automakers hope for reprieve on 2035 combustion-engine ban
The industry is pushing for concessions from the EU that include CO2-neutral fuels, such as biofuels, as well as plug-in hybrids or range-extender vehicles.
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November 27, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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Xpeng believes the technology could appeal to buyers who are not ready to go full-electric. Automakers see EREVs as a way to persuade the EU to allow the sale of ICE vehicles after 2035
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VW partner Xpeng sees potential for EREVs in Europe amid tougher CO2 emissions limits
Xpeng believes the technology could appeal to buyers who are not ready to go full-electric. Automakers also see it as a way to persuade the EU to allow the sale of ICE vehicles after its 2035 ban on c...
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November 26, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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The move toward localized production follows GWM’s announcement last month that it would launch at least seven new models or derivatives aimed at key volume segments in Europe.
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China’s Great Wall targets 300,000 annual production with first Europe car plant
The move toward localized production follows GWM’s announcement last month that it would launch at least seven new models or derivatives aimed at key volume segments in Europe.
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November 26, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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Chinese automakers at Guangzhou showcased large luxury minivans, led by Geely’s Zeekr 9X, Lynk & CO 900 and Geely M9, and sleek fastback sedans such as the Xpeng P7
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Guangzhou auto show takeaways: Chinese brands go big, boxy sedans are out
Chinese automakers at Guangzhou showcased large luxury minivans, led by Geely’s Zeekr 9X, Lynk & CO 900 and Geely M9, and sleek fastback sedans such as the Xpeng P7,
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November 25, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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Nearly 1.1 million new cars were sold in Europe last month, with China's BYD and MG climbing while Tesla fell 45 percent. Growth was partly boosted by automaker/dealer registrations
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Europe sales increase 5% in October as tariff and other worries recede
Nearly 1.1 million new cars were sold in Europe last month, with China's BYD and MG climbing while Tesla fell 45 percent. Analysts said growth in automaker/dealer registrations and rental car channels...
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November 25, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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VW's restructuring must accelerate as the automaker faces a €11 billion funding gap, China price war, and delayed investments while pushing Scout and China EV initiatives, experts say.
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How VW is tackling uneven EV transition, U.S. tariff hit and growing Chinese challenge
VW's restructuring must accelerate as the automaker faces a €11 billion funding gap, China price war, and delayed investments while pushing Scout and China EV initiatives, experts say.
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November 24, 2025 at 7:14 AM
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Stellantis-backed Leapmotor is expanding its lineup into Europe's second-largest segment with the B03X small EV.
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Leapmotor B03X small EV targets Hyundai Kona, Peugeot 2008, Ford Puma
Stellantis-backed Leapmotor is expanding its lineup into Europe's second-largest segment with the B03X small EV.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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Ford has ended production of the Focus at its factory in Saarlouis, Germany, amid the automaker's restructuring of its European business.
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Ford’s final Focus rolls off the line in quiet farewell
Ford has ended production of the Focus at its factory in Saarlouis, Germany, amid the automaker's restructuring of its European business.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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Leapmotor booked about $35 million in European credits from Stellantis, which holds a 20 percent stake in the Chinese EV maker.
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Stellantis carbon credits help China’s Leapmotor swing to Q3 profit
Leapmotor booked about $35 million in European credits from Stellantis, which holds a 20 percent stake in the Chinese EV maker.
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November 20, 2025 at 12:17 PM
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China electric vehicle player Xpeng envisions localized production in every major region as it quickly grows international sales.
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China EV maker Xpeng eyes expanding Europe production beyond Magna plant in Austria
China electric vehicle player Xpeng envisions localized production in every major region as it quickly grows international sales.
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November 20, 2025 at 11:27 AM
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The electric version expands the lineup of the ever-important Cayenne, a nameplate that battles with the smaller Macan crossover to be Porsche's No. 1 seller globally. www.autonews.com/volkswagen/p...
2026 Cayenne Electric, packing up to 1,139 hp, expands Porsche EV lineup as market cools
The electric version expands the lineup of the ever-important Cayenne, a nameplate that battles with the smaller Macan crossover to be Porsche's No. 1 seller globally.
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November 20, 2025 at 10:25 AM
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The industry had 48,700 fewer employees than a year earlier at the end of September, a decline of 6.3 percent and the biggest drop in any major industrial sector.
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Employment in German auto sector at lowest level in over a decade
The industry had 48,700 fewer employees than a year earlier at the end of September, a decline of 6.3 percent and the biggest drop in any major industrial sector.
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November 20, 2025 at 10:21 AM
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In our opinion, the spectacle betrayed decades of apolitical words and actions by Toyota Motor Corp., and did so in gleeful celebration of a man whose deeds this year have caused billions in losses to the auto industry.
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In our opinion: Akio Toyoda’s MAGA moment a tone-deaf mistake
The spectacle betrayed decades of apolitical words and actions by Toyota Motor Corp., and did so in gleeful celebration of a man whose deeds this year have caused billions in losses to the auto indust...
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November 20, 2025 at 3:08 AM
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The move eases a standoff with Beijing that has hampered automotive production worldwide. But longer-term issues remain, including Nexperia's future role in the industry.
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Dutch return control of Chinese-owned chipmaker Nexperia, defusing immediate crisis
The move eases a standoff with Beijing that has hampered automotive production worldwide. But longer-term issues remain, including Nexperia's future role in the industry.
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November 20, 2025 at 12:45 AM
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Europe's top dealer group, Emil Frey, represents China’s Chery, Xpeng and Great Wall while the third-largest group, Hedin Bil, includes BYD, Honqi and Xpeng in its portfolio.
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Europe’s biggest dealer groups add Chinese brands, eyeing profit, risk reduction
Europe's top dealer group, Emil Frey, represents China’s Chery, Xpeng and Great Wall while the third-largest group, Hedin Bil, includes BYD, Honqi and Xpeng in its portfolio.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:45 AM
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Audi’s new SUV will be an electric model with a range extender, designed specifically for American consumers.
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Audi plans to build Land Rover Defender rival in U.S. on Scout platform
Audi’s new SUV will be an electric model with a range extender, designed specifically for American consumers.
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November 17, 2025 at 11:56 PM
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In London, a seamless self-driving test with UK startup Wayve — and no honking

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In London, a seamless self-driving test with UK startup Wayve — and no honking
A Ford Mustang Mach-E equipped with Wayve's self-driving technology was able to navigate complicated pedestrian crossings in a test drive.
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November 17, 2025 at 11:55 PM
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Akio Toyoda goes MAGA in star-spangled, BBQ-slathered, F-150-truckin’, NASCAR-styled charm offensive
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Akio Toyoda goes MAGA in star-spangled, BBQ-slathered, F-150-truckin’, NASCAR-styled charm offensive
Akio Toyoda hosts a NASCAR showcase at Fuji Speedway highlighting American car culture.
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November 17, 2025 at 5:03 AM
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Ineos staff across multiple locations globally were impacted by the head count reduction program, which began Nov. 13.
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Ineos Automotive cuts hundreds of jobs to become more customer-focused
Ineos staff across multiple locations globally were impacted by the head count reduction program, which began Nov. 13.
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November 14, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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The move is part of CEO Ivan Espinosa's global restructuring and turnaround plan that includes a 15 percent cut in headcount as the automaker seeks to return to profit.
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Nissan to cut jobs at European regional office as part of global overhaul
The move is part of CEO Ivan Espinosa's global restructuring and turnaround plan that includes a 15 percent cut in headcount as the automaker seeks to return to profit.
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November 14, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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The gigafactory in Termoli would have been one of three European EV battery hubs for Stellantis.
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Stellantis-backed ACC to cancel plans for Italy gigafactory, report says
The gigafactory in Termoli would have been one of three European EV battery hubs for Stellantis.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:40 AM
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VW's investment package delay threatens a future Audi plant in the U.S., the German newspaper Bild said.
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VW said to delay investments amid financial uncertainty
VW's investment package delay threatens a future Audi plant in the U.S., the German newspaper Bild said.
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November 14, 2025 at 8:36 AM
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Companies across the battery supply chain are asking for rules to anchor cell and pack production in the EU and give investors and automakers certainty.
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European battery suppliers urge local content rules to protect jobs and cut China reliance
Companies across the battery supply chain are asking for rules to anchor cell and pack production in the EU and give investors and automakers certainty.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:26 PM