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Uber, Chinese self-driving tech startup announce partnership to launch robotaxis in UAE
Uber Technologies and WeRide announced a partnership on Wednesday to bring the Chinese self-driving technology firm’s vehicles to the rideshare platform, starting in...
B.C. party leaders talk mining promises on campaign trail
British Columbia’s New Democrats and Conservatives issued their plans for the mining industry while campaigning in the province’s resource-rich communities. Both NDP Leader...
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.
High costs, slowing China: Volkswagen’s perilous road ahead
Volkswagen faces high costs, China competition, and a troubled EV transition, as tense pay talks with unions begin.
Quebec opposition calls for transparency amid Northvolt layoffs, $7 billion battery plant investment
Opposition parties demand answers about Quebec's investment in the planned Northvolt battery factory near Montreal.
Trump says he will put 100 per cent tariffs on every car coming across Mexico border
"We will put a 100% tariff on every single car coming across the Mexican border," Trump said in a speech in Georgia.
ECB starts issuing fine notices to banks not meeting climate expectations
The ECB has started fining banks not meeting climate risk rules, warning penalties will grow if remedial deadlines lapse.
GB Energy announcement welcomed as Starmer urged to ‘accelerate’ action
The announcement of GB Energy being based in Aberdeen has been welcomed, as ministers were urged to “accelerate” the creation of the agency....
Australia’s Macquarie to take minority stake in D.E. Shaw’s green energy arm for up to $1.73 billion
Macquarie Group is investing up to $1.73 billion for a minority stake in D.E. Shaw's green energy arm, signaling strong demand for renewable...
Elon Musk looking to invest in lithium hub Argentina
Argentina is the world's fourth-largest producer of lithium, a critical component of electric vehicle batteries.
