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Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump gestures as he speaks during a rally in Juneau, Wisconsin, U.S., October 6, 2024. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
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Trump threatens a 200% tariff on vehicles imported from Mexico

Trump made his remarks on tariffs as he pledged to bolster the U.S. auto industry. Experts have said his plans could increase vehicle...

FILE PHOTO: The logo of Stellantis is seen on the company's building in Poissy, near Paris, France, September 4, 2024. REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier/File Photo
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Stellantis sues UAW in US federal court over strike threats

Automaker Stellantis has filed a lawsuit against the United Auto Workers in federal court in California, claiming the union's actions around possible strikes...

FILE PHOTO: Cars are parked in the courtyard of Skoda Auto factory in Mlada Boleslav, Czech Republic, March 18, 2020. REUTERS/David W Cerny/File Photo
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Czechs seek partners to challenge EU’s CO2 goals for car sector

The Czech Republic will seek EU allies to counter stricter 2025 CO2 limits, which risk hefty fines and impact on its car sector,...

FILE PHOTO: A view of cars on the road during rush hour traffic jam in San Francisco, California, U.S. August 24, 2022. REUTERS/Carlos Barria/File Photo
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Trump says no state would be allowed to ban gas-powered cars if he is elected

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump says if he is elected in November, no state will be able to ban gas-powered cars or trucks.

FILE PHOTO: A Tesla Model 3 vehicle warns the driver to keep their hands on the wheel and be prepared to take over at anytime while driving using FSD (Full Self-Driving) in Encinitas, California, U.S., October 18, 2023. REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo
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US Uber, Lyft drivers use Teslas as makeshift robotaxis, raising safety concerns

Tesla's Full Self-Driving software is being used by ride-hail drivers, despite safety concerns.

French President Emmanuel Macron said that Chinese subsidies for electric vehicles introduced a 'bias' into the market (AFP)
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Macron backs Chinese EV tariffs as Scholz calls for dialogue

French President Emmanuel Macron reaffirmed his support for EU tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, during a visit to Berlin on Wednesday.

FILE PHOTO: 2020 Ford Explorer cars are seen at Ford's Chicago Assembly Plant in Chicago, Illinois, U.S. June 24, 2019. REUTERS/Kamil Krzaczynski/File Photo
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Ford reports weak US sales for third quarter

Ford reported weaker U.S. vehicle sales growth in Q3, causing shares to drop two per cent, reflecting ongoing buyer affordability concerns.

FILE PHOTO: The new GM logo is seen on the facade of the General Motors headquarters in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., March 16, 2021. Picture taken March 16, 2021.  REUTERS/Rebecca Cook/File Photo
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GM seeks to ease shareholders’ nerves at investor day

GM aims to reassure investors that despite slowing EV demand, profit growth remains achievable, focusing on stability.

FILE PHOTO: A Nikola Hydrogen Fuel Cell EV is displayed during the press day preview of the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, U.S. November 16, 2023.  REUTERS/David Swanson/File Photo
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Nikola’s hydrogen-powered truck deliveries to dealers rise 22% in Q3

Nikola delivered 88 hydrogen fuel cell trucks in Q3, up from 72 in Q2, maintaining steady demand for its big rigs.

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