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Canadian Fuels Association: How lower-carbon fuels can help decarbonize transport sector

The report outlines a strategy for decarbonizing Canada's transportation sector by 2050, emphasizing the critical roles of low-carbon fuels, hydrogen, and carbon capture...

FILE PHOTO: A general view of the new factory of China's Chery Auto, at Zona Franca, in Barcelona, Spain April 19, 2024. REUTERS/Albert Gea/File Photo
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China’s Chery to delay Barcelona production start to Q4 2025, Spanish partner says

The Chery-Ebro venture said in April it would aim to produce up to 150,000 vehicles a year by 2029.

FILE PHOTO: People look at Kia electric vehicles at the carmaker's Asia Pacific EV Day in Taipei, Taiwan November 13, 2024. REUTERS/Ben Blanchard/File Photo
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Kia sees near-term market challenges but sticks to 1.6 million annual EV sales target by 2030

"We're not pushing volume to market. Especially this year, the market is changing very rapidly and there are so many uncertainties."

FILE PHOTO: Workers assemble second-generation R1 vehicles at electric auto maker Rivian's manufacturing facility in Normal, Illinois, U.S. June 21, 2024.  REUTERS/Joel Angel Juarez/File Photo
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Rivian shares surge on $5.8 billion Volkswagen investment in JV

Rivian and Volkswagen's joint venture will integrate advanced electrical infrastructure and software for both companies' future EVs.

FILE PHOTO: Workers assemble second-generation R1 vehicles at electric auto maker Rivian's manufacturing facility in Normal, Illinois, U.S. June 21, 2024.  REUTERS/Joel Angel Juarez/File Photo
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Rivian, Volkswagen Group launch $5.8 billion joint venture

Rivian and Volkswagen Group's $5.8B joint venture will merge EV software and architecture, targeting future electric models.

FILE - California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during a press conference in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Eric Thayer, File)
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom will spend part of week in DC as he tries to Trump-proof state policies

Newsom to seek Biden's support on climate rules amidst concerns over potential policy challenges from the Trump administration.

The inquiry will initially examine 47 models produced by 20 brands (Alamy/PA)
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UK govt investigating dozens of vehicle models over diesel emissions concerns

The UK government is investigating 47 diesel vehicle models over possible emissions cheating, a probe that could expand and lead to recalls if...

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.

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: 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.

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