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Honda cuts China ICE production by 50% as EVs gain momentum
Honda is cutting ICE production in China as EV demand surges. Facing fierce domestic competition, the automaker is betting on a new electric SUV to regain ground.
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hofer powertrain and Pollmann International accelerate EV powertrain manufacturing
hofer powertrain and Pollmann International have teamed up to accelerate the industrialisation of next-generation electric powertrain solutions.
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Zeekr reshapes automotive manufacturing with Lynk & Co takeover
Zeekr’s takeover of Lynk & Co signals a major shift in EV production strategy, streamlining manufacturing, supply chains and R&D for competitive gains.
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European automotive production in dire need of efficiency gains
A McKinsey report warns that Europe’s automotive sector is losing ground in global markets. Without decisive action, its competitive edge may erode even further.
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Automakers win reprieve on 2025 EU CO2 vehicle emissions targets
The European Commission is giving automakers until 2027 to comply with strict CO2 targets, offering relief to an industry struggling with EV sales and global competition.
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IONETIC appoints Steve Boulter as Chief Technology Officer
IONETIC appoints Steve Boulter as CTO to accelerate growth, lead innovation, and expand its Arc technology for custom EV battery packs.
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US tariffs take effect in Canada, China and Mexico; tariffs on EU soon
Trump’s 25% tariffs on Mexico & Canada are now in effect, while China faces a 20% import tax. Global markets react as automakers brace for higher costs and disruption.
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Honda upgrades production with advanced processes for 2026 Passport models
Innovative manufacturing enhances efficiency, quality, and ergonomics at Alabama Auto Plant.
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Lucid CEO steps down as losses mount and Gravity launches
Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson steps down as the EV maker reports a $397 million Q4 net loss, pivots strategy and prepares for the Gravity crossover’s market expansion.
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Mercedes-Benz develops flexible van architecture for EV and ICE powertrains
To meet customer demand Mercedes-Benz Vans will offer vans with ICE powertrains alongside electric vehicles (EV) built on a single architecture going forward.
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Verne begins constructing Croatia’s first autonomous EV plant
Verne has begun construction on Croatia’s first autonomous EV plant at VGP Park Zagreb, a project set to boost the region’s role in future mobility and green tech.
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Flexis streamlines electric van production in Europe
Flexis is streamlining electric van production with a modular EV platform, localised battery supply and scalable manufacturing to cut costs and boost efficiency.
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Nissan cuts vehicle production and jobs as profits plummet by 78%
Nissan is closing factories, cutting shifts and slashing jobs as it fights to recover from mounting losses and an abandoned merger with Honda.
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Europe’s $208.4bn AI investment to catapult automotive production
The EU’s InvestAI fund will drive AI adoption in automotive, supercharging manufacturing with smart factories, enhanced automation, next-gen production technologies.
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Nissan’s green steel commitment to see 500% surge across Japan
Nissan announces its pursuit of a fivefold increase in green steel usage across its Japan operations, reinforcing its commitment to carbon neutrality and joining a broader industry shift towards sustainable materials.
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VW adopts Dassault’s AI-driven cloud platform for vehicle development
Volkswagen will implement Dassault Systèmes’ AI-driven 3DEXPERIENCE cloud platform to accelerate software-defined vehicle development and streamline processes.
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What does China’s Deepseek AI mean for the automotive industry?
DeepSeek’s AI claims to train models with minimal Nvidia chips, shaking Wall Street and raising questions about computing power in automotive AI.
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Rockwell expands with Clearpath Robotics acquisition
Rockwell Automation completes its acquisition of Clearpath Robotics and OTTO Motors, expanding its autonomous material handling capabilities in smart factories.
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Mercedes-Benz introduces new paint finish to improve sustainability at Wörth plant
The Mercedes-Benz plant in Wörth is rolling out a new painting technology for its truck cabs, which is expected to cut energy consumption by up to 40%.
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JLR invests £65m ($80m) in sustainable luxury paint expansion
JLR is investing £65m ($80m) to expand its luxury paint operations, doubling bespoke colour capacity while cutting emissions in Castle Bromwich and Nitra.