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FILE PHOTO: Tesla cars are seen parked at the construction site of the new Tesla Gigafactory for electric cars in Gruenheide, Germany, March 20, 2022. REUTERS/Hannibal Hanschke/File Photo
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Germany’s auto industry calls for stricter climate targets for fuel suppliers

In Germany, fuel targets from the EU might not be enough to reach climate-neutral road traffic, warns auto association in call for ambitious...

FILE PHOTO: People check a Tesla Model X sport utility vehicle at a new Tesla showroom in Shanghai, China May 8, 2020. REUTERS/Yilei Sun
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Tesla issuing new recall for 9,100 Model X SUVs over trim issue

Physical recall for more than 9,000 Tesla Model X vehicles over cosmetic roof trim that could separate.

FILE PHOTO: MG Motor vehicles, a brand of Chinese state-owned carmaker SAIC, are seen reflected in the glass of a car showroom in Santander, Spain, 2024. REUTERS/Vincent West/File Photo
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SAIC vows to take further measures after EU tariffs draft

Chinese car manufacturer SAIC says it will protect its rights and interests as plans for EU tariffs on EVs published.

FILE PHOTO: Electric vehicle (EV) models are displayed at the booths of Denza, a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz Group AG and BYD Auto, and Chinese EV maker Voyah, at a shopping mall in Beijing, China November 3, 2023. REUTERS/Tingshu Wang/File Photo
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China auto body says EU draft on tariffs for Chinese EVs brings ‘risks’

Chinese carmakers oppose European Commission's draft policy to impose 36% EU tariff on EVs from China.

FILE PHOTO: The logo of Stellantis is seen outside a company building in Chartres-de-Bretagne near Rennes, France, March 11, 2024. REUTERS/Stephane Mahe/File Photo
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EV startup Rivian’s production chief joins Stellantis

Stellantis picks Tim Fallon to head up North American manufacturing as it prepares to roll out 25 EV models by the end of...

A Waymo self-driving vehicle moves through an intersection in Chandler Arizona, U.S., December 2, 2017.  REUTERS/Natalie Behring/File Photo
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Alphabet’s Waymo robotaxi unit doubles its paid rides in three months

Robotaxi firm Waymo registers 100,000 paid rides per week after expanding into new areas with 700 total vehicles.

FILE PHOTO: United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain speaks to the attendees during a campaign rally for U.S. Vice President and Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz in Romulus, Michigan, U.S., August 7, 2024. REUTERS/Rebecca cook/File Photo
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Stellantis says Illinois investment plans delayed

United Auto Workers warns of potential action as Stellantis delays Illinois factory plans.

According to the Atlantic Council, Chinese sales of EVs abroad rose 70 percent in 2023, reaching $34.1 billion. Almost 40 percent went to the European Union (AFP)
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EU plans 36% tariff on Chinese EVs, lower for Tesla

EU Tesla tariffs pegged at just 9% as the bloc continues trade battle with China over state subsidies.

FILE PHOTO: A logo of XPeng is seen on the electric flying car XPeng Voyager X2 by XPeng AeroHT, before a demonstration flight in Beijing, China June 18, 2024. REUTERS/Tingshu Wang/File Photo
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XPeng projects lower-than-expected quarterly revenue

Tough competition in the EV market and increased EU tariffs on Chinese-made vehicles lead to lower XPeng revenue forecasts.

FILE PHOTO: A Stellantis sign is seen outside its headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan, U.S., June 10, 2021.   REUTERS/Rebecca Cook/File Photo
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UAW workers at Stellantis could strike over Illinois plant reopening

Several UAW locals at Stellantis plan grievances, claiming the automaker breached investment commitments, potentially leading to a strike.

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