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FILE PHOTO: The logo of Leapmotor is seen on media day at the 2024 Paris Auto Show in Paris, France, October 14, 2024. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier/File Photo
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Stellantis, partner Leapmotor scrap plan to make second EV model in Poland, sources say

Chinese automakers were recently told to pause their large-scale investment plans in EU countries that had backed the tariff proposal.

FILE PHOTO: A Lucid Air electric vehicle is displayed in Scottsdale, Arizona, U.S., September 27, 2021. Picture taken September 27, 2021.  REUTERS/Hyunjoo Jin/File Photo
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Lucid beats revenue estimates, reaffirms annual production

The company reported third-quarter revenue of $200 million, narrowly beating estimates of $198 million, according to data compiled by LSEG.

FILE PHOTO: A logo of Bentley is seen outside a Bentley car deale in Brussels, Belgium May 28, 2020. REUTERS/Yves Herman/File Photo
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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.

FILE PHOTO: Omoda 5 EV manufactured by Chinese automaker Chery is displayed during an event to launch Omoda and Jaecoo cars on the Italian market in Milan, Italy, July 4, 2024. REUTERS/Daniele Mascolo/File Photo
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Italy cuts automotive industry support to avoid funding cars made in China

Italy plans to cut 4.6 billion euros from auto industry funds to avoid supporting electric cars made in China, says minister.

An E Concept electric vehicle (EV) of AUDI, a new EV brand Audi co-developed with Chinese automaker SAIC, is displayed onstage during a launch event in Shanghai, China November 7, 2024. REUTERS/Brenda Goh
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Audi unveils new EV brand in China without four ring logo

Audi has launched a China-specific EV brand without its iconic four-ring logo, aiming to appeal to younger Chinese buyers.

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Global clean technologies booming: Markets projected to reach $2 trillion by 2035

This report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) explores the economic potential of manufacturing clean energy technologies, focusing especially on the market for...

FILE PHOTO: Different models of Mercedes-Benz cars are parked at the company's vehicle assembly plant in Chakan, in India's Maharashtra state, June 11, 2015. REUTERS/Danish Siddiqui/File Photo
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India says Mercedes improved pollution management at plant after failing checks

Mercedes is India's top luxury car seller — and it plans to invest $24 million in India this year.

FILE PHOTO: Electric vehicle chargers from Electrify America are shown in a shopping center parking lot in Oceanside, California, U.S.,October 19, 2023.  REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo
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Automakers brace for new tariffs, EV changes under Trump presidency

Automakers face Trump's tariffs on Mexican imports, potential EV rollbacks, risking billions in green tech and shifting production plans.

FILE PHOTO: The logo of Stellantis is seen on the company's building in Velizy-Villacoublay near Paris, France, March 19, 2024. REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes/File Photo
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Stellantis to lay off 1,100 workers at Ohio Jeep plant

The automaker recently shook up its senior management in an attempt to turn around its slipping sales in the region.

Carlos Tavares, Chief Executive Officer of Stellantis, speaks at the Paris Automotive Summit during the 2024 Paris Auto Show in Paris, France, October 15, 2024. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier/File Photo
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Stellantis CEO did not confirm Maserati EV plans, union says

Unions criticize Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares for not confirming Maserati’s electrification plans, raising concerns.

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