Focus on Automotive
Toyota to launch first EV with advanced self driving system for China in 2025
Toyota is planning to launch its first EV equipped with an advanced autonomous driving system for the Chinese market next year.
Renault-backed BeyonCa plans to build Hong Kong’s first EVs
Premium EV maker BeyonCa, said on Friday it plans to set up a final assembly plant and its international headquarters in Hong Kong
Walmart Canada adds Nikola’s hydrogen fuel cell-powered electric semi-truck to fleet
Nikola has delivered a hydrogen fuel cell-powered electric semi-truck to Walmart Canada, marking the first major retailer in the country to add such...
Electric vehicle tariffs: What’s next for the future of EVs in Canada?
The Conversation: As the Canadian federal government considers a tariff on Chinese electric vehicles — intended to offset some of China’s intentional market...
Rivian says lower-cost second generation EVs to help in push for profitability
Rivian shareholders will seek details on the company's upcoming models and progress in cutting costs at an investor day event on Thursday
Mercedes-Benz spending more than previously planned on combustion engines
Mercedes-Benz is investing more than previously planned in combustion engine technology, including 14 billion euros this year on its passenger cars
China hopes for EV tariff deal with EU that suits both sides
China hopes negotiations with the EU on preliminary tariffs on Chinese EVs will lead to a "mutually acceptable solution"
Zeekr’s sales jump as Chinese dominate Russian EV market
Sales of Zeekr electric vehicles have shot up in Russia in the last year, putting Chinese carmakers ahead of local competition
Autonomous car rules advancing faster than the vehicles themselves: UN
Fully autonomous cars are still years away from hitting the streets, but internationally-agreed rules on their use could be ready by mid-2026
Republican state AGs challenge new US fuel economy rules
The AGs have called the ne requirements unworkable and forcing automakers to build more electric vehicles.
