Focus on Transport
China’s Xiaomi to launch new SUV next summer amid rising demands
Xiaomi will launch its first electric SUV, the YU7, as it ventures deeper into China's competitive auto market.
NHTSA closes preliminary probe into 7,745 Fisker Ocean SUVs after software update
The U.S. auto safety regulator opened a probe into unintended vehicle movement in thousands of the startup’s electric vehicles.
US Supreme Court may limit federal environmental reviews, lessening scrutiny of projects’ climate impacts
Should bureaucrats be required to think through the extended effects of decisions like approving an offshore wind farm?
German VW workers kick off second round of strikes
Volkswagen workers strike for 4 hours, opposing plans to close 3 German plants. Talks with unions stall as savings proposals clash.
BYD on track to top 2024 sales goal and outsell Ford, Honda
BYD gains market share in China's fast-growing auto market, poised to exceed 4M annual sales, surpassing Ford and Honda in 2024.
Jet zero? Why net zero in aviation can’t get off the ground
Jet zero councils strive for aviation sustainability but risk failure due to incremental goals, industry bias, and limited innovation.
Collaboration on steel and cement emissions standards is crucial for global markets
For industry, interoperable standards can provide a common language to facilitate global markets and help accelerate the energy transition.
EV maker VinFast to build second production plant in Vietnam
VinFast said the new facility is expected to produce 300,000 units annually in its initial phase.
US clean energy, defense to be impacted by China export curbs
Beijing announced this week it would ban exports of gallium, germanium and antimony to the US, targeting materials used in climate tech.
Stellantis to rejoin ACEA auto manufacturers association, signaling potential shift in electrification plans
Stellantis plans to rejoin auto lobby ACEA, signaling a potential shift in electrification strategy after former CEO Tavares' exit.
