Nick Carey
GM signs supply deal with Vianode for synthetic graphite for EV batteries
The deal will run from 2027 when Vianode launches production at a plant in North America, through to 2033.
Analysis: How Trump’s Mexico tariffs could hurt Europe’s auto industry
Trump's proposed tariffs on Mexico could harm European carmakers like Volkswagen and Stellantis more than EU-specific tariffs.
Ford to cut European jobs as EV shift, Chinese rivals take toll
Ford to cut 14% of European workforce, citing EV losses, weak demand and rising competition.
Bentley to launch SUV EV in 2026, extend sales of plug-in hybrids to 2035
Bentley delays full EV shift to 2035, launching its first electric SUV in 2026 with plans for hybrids till 2035, citing demand.
US autonomous truck startup Outrider raises $62 million to scale up
Outrider raises $62M in Series D to scale autonomous truck services in distribution yards, led by Koch and NEA.
Top EU countries spend $45 billion subsidizing fossil-fuel company cars, study says
The EU's five biggest members spend 42 billion euros annually subsidizing fossil-fuel company cars, according to a recent study.
Germany’s Vay gets $37 million from EIB for remote-driven services in Europe
German startup Vay secures €34M from EIB to expand its remote-driving tech across Europe, targeting Hamburg or Belgium.
China-Europe rivalry heats up at Paris car show as EV tariffs loom
Chinese and European automakers clashed at the Paris car show as the EU plans tariffs on Chinese EVs amid weak demand.
Analysis: Stellantis CEO follows Chinese route to avoid EV tariff ‘trap’
By Nick Carey, Nora Eckert and Joseph White LONDON/DETROIT (Reuters) – Stellantis wants to adopt the low-cost mindset of Chinese EV makers despite...
Volkswagen labour clash spotlights Europe’s car factory problem
Despite the challenges VW faces, a review shows the carmaker may fare better than its European rivals regarding underused plants.
