Focus on Transport
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.
Trump may cancel US Postal Service electric mail truck contract, sources say
Trump's team may cancel USPS contracts for electric delivery trucks, aligning with his rollback of Biden's EV and climate policies.
Stellantis, Zeta Energy agree to jointly develop lithium-sulfur EV batteries
Stellantis partners with Zeta Energy to develop lithium-sulfur batteries, targeting cost, weight, and performance gains by 2030.
Opel confident on electric strategy amid Stellantis leadership turmoil
Opel stays committed to electrification despite CEO Tavares' exit, as Stellantis faces leadership changes and market challenges.
