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Tuesday 4 February 2025
EU auto industry headwind: tariffs, emission rules, and Chinese EVs
The European Union faces mounting pressure to recalibrate its automotive policies amid unprecedented industry challenges. These include potential tariffs under US President Donald...
Monday 3 February 2025
Trump's tariff gamble puts North America's auto industry on edge
The Biden administration is set to impose a 25% tariff on imported goods from Canada and Mexico, with the automotive sector taking the hardest hit.
Friday 31 January 2025
AI robots emerge as new competitive frontier for automakers
The convergence of AI robotics and automotive manufacturing presents a critical turning point for the industry. As automakers explore artificial intelligence (AI) robots, the technical...
Monday 27 January 2025
EVs steadily growing; fuel cell EVs align with the future
As environmental awareness rises, consumer demand for electric vehicles (EVs) is gradually increasing, providing opportunities for the development of the EV market. The Taiwanese...
Friday 24 January 2025
Price war looms large for Chinese new energy vehicle vendors despite reclaiming market share
In the past two years, China's independent car brands have gained dominance in the Chinese automobile market, thanks to the rapidly rising popularity of new energy vehicles. Chinese...
Friday 24 January 2025
Nissan to cut 9,000 jobs globally as restructuring efforts accelerate amid Honda merger talks
Nissan Motor plans to cut approximately 9,000 jobs worldwide as part of a major restructuring effort, according to reports from Kyodo and Nikkei Asia. More than...
Friday 24 January 2025
European automakers face carbon penalty storm, pressuring EU to reconsider regulations
The European Union (EU) has raised carbon emission standards to 93.6g/km starting in 2025, leading to penalties that could reach EUR15 billion (US$15.6 billion), according to the...
Friday 24 January 2025
Trump's new policies accelerate changes as major automakers buckle up
Upon taking office, US President Donald Trump swiftly targeted immigration, electric vehicles (EVs), and energy with his first executive orders. He is considering imposing a 25% tariff...
Friday 24 January 2025
EV showdown: Can China outpace the US in the electric vehicle race?
On his first day back in the White House, President Donald Trump issued a series of orders, notably revoking electric vehicle (EV) subsidies and vowing to revive the glory of the...
Friday 24 January 2025
European carmakers face multiple challenges in EV transition
Conventional automakers in Europe have faced multiple challenges as they transition to EV production. In addition to declining car sales in Europe, they must confront tough competition...
Friday 24 January 2025
Foreign automakers accelerate plant closures in China
China's domestic automakers are rapidly expanding their local market presence, creating an existential threat to foreign brands and their joint ventures. Several international manufacturers...
Friday 24 January 2025
BYD expands Southeast Asian presence through Grab partnership
BYD has formed a strategic partnership with Grab, Southeast Asia's leading ride-hailing platform, to offer discounted rates on up to 50,000 EVs for fleets and drivers. The collaboration...
Friday 24 January 2025
Tata to strengthen India's EV market position through battery manufacturing
Tata Motors, India's leading electric car manufacturer, is leveraging locally produced EV batteries to maintain its competitive edge amid rising competition from new launches.
Thursday 23 January 2025
Taiwanese export suppliers hesitant to react to Trump's trade policies, MOEA survey finds
Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) has indicated that US President Donald Trump's most significant tariff policies are still pending announcement. A recent MOEA survey on...
Thursday 23 January 2025
Chinese PHEVs surge in global markets, leaving Tesla and legacy automakers in a tight spot
Chinese automobiles have consecutively secured the title of the world's largest automobile exporter in 2023 and 2024. Despite being impacted by the trade war surrounding battery electric...