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VW, unions likely to strike deal in small hours or break off till next year, source says
Volkswagen talks with labor leaders continue into a second day over proposed wage cuts and potential plant closures.
Europe’s carmakers discount EVs, hike petrol car prices as new emissions rules loom
European automakers raise petrol car prices while offering EV discounts to meet stricter emissions rules, facing profit challenges.
China resident who stole Tesla trade secrets gets 2-year US sentence
Klaus Pflugbeil was sentenced to 24 months in U.S. prison for stealing Tesla trade secrets for his EV battery business in China.
New Delhi tightens anti-pollution measures as air quality worsens
Delhi recorded "very poor" air on Monday with an air quality index reading of 379 in the 24 hours to midday, the Central...
US finalizes $9.63 billion loan for Ford, SK On joint battery venture
The U.S. Energy Department finalized a $9.63 billion loan for Ford and SK On to build three battery plants in Kentucky and Tennessee.
Lamborghini delays first EV launch to 2029 as market not ready
Lamborghini plans to launch its first electric model in 2029, citing market readiness concerns, while Ferrari debuts its EV in 2025.
Trump transition team plans sweeping rollback of Biden EV, emissions policies
Trump's transition team proposes cutting EV support, imposing global tariffs on battery materials, and rolling back emissions standards.
VW union calls for compromise in last-ditch talks before Christmas
Volkswagen's works council demands no plant closures as negotiations with management resume, amid threats of future strikes.
Premiers united in fight against threatened tariffs despite ‘chaos’ in Ottawa: Ford
Canada's premiers are meeting in Toronto to address Trump's proposed 25 per cent tariffs, focusing on trade, border security, and healthcare.
Stellantis swiftly reshapes strategy under Elkann after Tavares exit
Steered by Chairman John Elkann, Stellantis is acting swiftly to repair relations with dealers, industry partners, governments and workers.
