Why Ford is turning to Renault for its next B-segment EVs Ford’s decision to source two small electric vehicles from Renault’s AmpR platform marks a shift away from deep alliances toward pragmatic manufacturing partnerships. Ian Henry
Smart Factory Trends and Lessons for 2026: People, Process and Technology In this AMS livestream, our editorial team and industry experts reflect on the year’s most significant developments and discuss what they mean for the future.
Trump-era policy shift slows US EV investment plans EV growth in the US is cooling as trade tariffs and weakened regulations under the second Trump administration reverse course from Biden-era incentives. Automakers including Ford, GM, and BMW are delaying or downsizing battery plant investments, reshaping the country’s electric future. Ian Henry
Europe: Chinese brand’s sales and localised production on the increase Despite steep EU tariffs, Chinese automakers are rapidly expanding their footprint across Europe – doubling market share. With hybrid models gaining traction and production scaling locally, their momentum shows no signs of slowing. Ian Henry
