AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY

Jan 25 2026BUSINESS

Car Companies Brace for Tough Times Ahead

The U. S. car industry has had a wild ride since 2020. Factories shut down, parts ran out, and prices shot up. Now, in 2026, things aren't looking much smoother. Car bosses are planning for the worst while hoping for the best. Prices are a big worry. The average car now costs about $50, 000. That's

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Jan 13 2026BUSINESS

China and EU Find Common Ground in EV Trade Talks

China and the EU have taken a big step forward in their electric vehicle (EV) trade dispute. The European Commission has asked Chinese companies to share their plans. They want to know about future investments and how many cars they will send to Europe each year. This could help lower the high taxes

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Jan 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

The Future of Driving: AI Takes the Wheel at CES 2026

CES 2026 in Las Vegas is buzzing with excitement about autonomous driving. This year, AI and self-driving tech are stealing the spotlight from electric vehicles. The industry is making a big bet on AI to boost growth after facing challenges with EVs. For years, CES was the place to see the latest e

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Jan 04 2026BUSINESS

Leapmotor: A Bright Spot in the EV Market?

Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology, a rising star in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, has caught the eye of analysts. Alexander Potter, a well-regarded expert, has recently given the company a thumbs-up. He believes the stock is a good buy and predicts it could reach HK$69. 00. This is notable because

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Jan 01 2026BUSINESS

A Powerful Return: Ram Brings Back the TRX

Ram is bringing back its high-performance TRX pickup truck. This time, it's even more powerful. The new 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX will hit the market late in 2026. It will cost around $100, 000. This truck first appeared in 2021 but was discontinued in 2024. The company stopped making it because it want

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Dec 16 2025POLITICS

EU's 2035 Gas Car Ban: A Step Back or a Smart Shift?

Europe's plan to stop selling new gas and diesel cars by 2035 is getting a makeover. This change is happening because some countries and carmakers are pushing back. They want more wiggle room, saying the switch to electric vehicles (EVs) is happening too fast. Germany and Italy are leading the char

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Dec 16 2025BUSINESS

Ford's Electric Dreams Take a Backseat

Ford has decided to slow down its electric vehicle (EV) plans. The company is facing big losses and not enough people are buying EVs. So, Ford is changing its strategy. It will stop making the electric F-150 Lightning truck. Instead, it will make a version with a longer range that uses both electric

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Dec 15 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's EV Sales Dip: What's Going On?

Tesla's electric vehicle (EV) sales in the U. S. are taking a hit. November 2025 saw fewer than 40, 000 new Teslas sold, a 23% drop from the same month last year. The Cybertruck, which has been underperforming since its launch, only sold about 1, 200 units in November, the lowest so far this year.

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Dec 14 2025BUSINESS

China's Luxury Car Market Hits the Brakes

In China, the love affair with luxury cars is cooling down. People are now choosing more affordable Chinese brands over expensive foreign ones. This shift is a big deal because European carmakers like Porsche and BMW have long been the top choices for wealthy Chinese buyers. The slowdown in China's

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Fuel Efficiency Rules: Trump's Big Change

President Donald Trump made a big announcement. He said his administration is undoing vehicle fuel efficiency rules. These rules were set by former President Joe Biden. Trump called them "ridiculously burdensome" and "horrible. " He said they cause problems for carmakers. Trump made this announceme

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