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China’s BYD plans $894 million EV parts project, state media says
Proposed BYD factory will produce core parts for electric vehicles.
Ottawa approves sale of Teck’s steelmaking coal business to Glencore
Ottawa says it has approved Teck Resources sale of a majority stake in its steelmaking coal business to Swiss commodities giant Glencore.
China steps up pressure with EU brandy probe hearing as EV tariffs begin
China has repeatedly called on the European Union to cancel its tariffs, expressing a willingness to negotiate.
China’s BYD opens EV factory in Thailand, first in Southeast Asia
The facility is worth $490 million and will have a production capacity of 150,000 vehicles per year.
Nissan, Honda consider partnering on software, charging infrastructure: Nikkei
The automakers are looking to jointly develop the operating system that controls cars in a bid to bring down costs.
New lithium plant inaugurated in Argentina
The plant is expected to produce up to 24,000 tons of battery-grade lithium carbonate per year at full capacity — enough for 600,000...
Fisker seeks judge’s approval to sell Ocean EVs at $14,000 per SUV
Following the judge's nod, Fisker will be able to offload 3,321 EVs to New York-based American Lease for $46.25 million.
Hyundai Motor, LG Energy Solution launch Indonesia’s first EV battery plant
The plant is part of a commitment by Hyundai Motor and LGES to invest up to $9.8 billion in Southeast Asia's largest economy...
Analysis: Rough road ahead for US EV makers despite upbeat quarterly sales
Demand for EVs has grown more slowly than expected due to high borrowing costs, economic uncertainty and consumer preference for gasoline-electric hybrids.
Rivian says no plans to produce vehicles with VW after media report on early talks
Rivian denied a media report on Tuesday that said the U.S. electric vehicle company was in early talks with Volkswagen to extend their...
