Ford CEO admits defeat: “We can’t compete with BYD”
Speaking on The Verge’s Decoder podcast, Ford's CEO admitted bluntly: “Right now, it’s impossible to compete with BYD, especially on cost”.
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Goodbye $7,500 EV tax credit, but not for everyone: how can Ford keep it alive?
The fact that Ford is going to such lengths to preserve the credit underscores how valuable it was for manufacturers and buyers.
200,000 Peugeot 3008 produced at the Sochaux plant
The PEUGEOT 3008 continues its commercial success. On September 24, 2025, the historic Sochaux plant produced its 200,000th…
Success story: how Hyundai is slowly overtaking Toyota in innovation and reliability
Hyundai has shown that EVs don’t have to be soulless appliances. Toyota, despite its hybrid legacy, is increasingly seen as hesitant.
Volkswagen’s final offer: Chattanooga workers face a defining choice
Volkswagen has taken a decisive step in its lengthy standoff with the United Auto Workers, presenting what it…
Ford, GM, Stellantis won’t owe billions to Tesla and Rivian under Trump
With the cancellation of federal EV incentives, Stellantis, Ford and GM save billions while Tesla and Rivian lose a key profit stream.
Hyundai-LG Battery plant halted: eyes on the human rights of South Korean workers
The Hyundai-LG case has therefore become more than just a labor issue: it is a litmus test for the future of US–South Korea relations.
Small EVs, big future: why Honda’s N-One e could work in the US
With its mix of efficiency, range, and everyday usability, the Honda N-One e could be an ideal second car for many families.
Stellantis reaches 3 million units produced at the El Palomar automotive complex in Argentina
The El Palomar plant has reached the milestone of 3 million units produced,
Stellantis close to final scenario on U.S. tariffs: Filosa prepares American comeback
Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa outlines the company’s strategy to tackle U.S. tariffs, boost revenue with Jeep and RAM, and restore investor confidence.
Hyundai-LG plant in Georgia, Trump’s surprise: South Korean workers offered to stay in US
In addition to South Korean workers, around 150 workers of other nationalities, including Japanese and Chinese, were also detained.
From resilience to innovation: Ford’s marketing strategy for the future
According to Lisa Materazzo, Ford’s Global Chief Marketing Officer, the campaign it’s about repositioning the entire brand.
Immigration, tariffs and industry: Hyundai-LG case shakes US-South Korea ties
The Hyundai-LG plant had already been under scrutiny by local media for safety concerns and poor working conditions.
Stellantis CEO opposes EU’s 2035 ban on combustion cars, urges corrective measures
Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa calls the EU’s 2035 ban on gas, diesel, and hybrids “unrealistic,” urging incentives and flexibility.
Record-breaking August: Hyundai and Kia hit new sales milestone in America
This sales momentum far exceeded any previous August results, underlining a particularly strong moment for Hyundai Motor Group.
Stellantis gives up on key EV target: here’s why
Stellantis scraps its 2030 all-electric goal in Europe, with Imparato warning EU targets risk fines, plant closures, and job losses.
Volkswagen ready to invest billions in US to ease tariff pressure and grow
The US investment would represent one of Volkswagen’s most significant steps to consolidate its presence in the world’s second-largest car market.
Stellantis CEO Filosa urges Europe to support auto industry with more flexibility
Stellantis CEO Filosa calls for urgent action, pushing a flexible strategy with hybrids, EVs, and kei car-style models.
Ford’s B-Segment mystery: why no subcompact crossover in the US?
The B-segment crossover market in the US has skyrocketed, climbing from just 274,000 units in 2015 to over 1.3 million in 2024. What is Ford gonna do?
After Trump, Europe emerges as a safe haven: EVs shift focus to Munich
With federal subsidies for electric vehicles in the US set to end on September 30 under the Trump…
Why the US Air Force wants to buy Tesla Cybertrucks as military targets
The Tesla Cybertrucks are part of a broader acquisition of 33 vehicles to be delivered to White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico.
Ford F-150 Lightning leads electric pickup market despite sales drop
Although negative, the last results keep the F-150 Lightning at the top of a niche yet increasingly monitored segment.
Tesla at a crossroads: explosive growth or Irreversible decline in 2025?
At the end of 2025, can Tesla recover and return to meaningful growth, or is it sliding toward a deeper structural crisis?
The Leapmotor B10 officially sets sail for foreign markets: European launch in September
The Leapmotor B10, has successfully set sail for Europe