Focus on Transport
Analysis: Why GM could suffer under Trump policies to ‘save’ Detroit automakers
GM faces dual threats from Trump’s EV subsidy cuts and tariffs, as regulatory shifts challenge its electrification strategy.
Union says nearly 100,000 workers joined Volkswagen strikes across Germany
Volkswagen workers protest site closures and wage cuts, with 98,650 joining strikes as union warns of more action.
Tesla’s China-made EV sales drop 4.3% in Nov
Tesla's share of the world's largest EV market shrank to 6% in sales terms in October.
Explainer: After China’s mineral export ban, how else could it respond to U.S. chip curbs?
China’s export curbs on minerals like graphite highlight its leverage in EVs and chips during the energy transition.
Airlines not switching quickly enough to green jet fuel, study says
Study finds airlines lagging on sustainable jet fuel adoption, with limited oil industry investment stalling market growth.
GM to sell its stake in Michigan battery plant to LG Energy Solution
GM to sell Lansing battery plant stake to LG, trims EV plans amid slow market growth and shifts in production strategy.
Chinese lidar sensors pose hacking risk to US defence equipment, report says
A report warns Chinese-made lidar in U.S. defence gear risks hacking, urging bans and allied efforts to build secure supply chains.
US proposes $7.54 billion loan to Stellantis, Samsung SDI battery joint venture
The U.S. Energy Department plans a $7.54 billion loan to Stellantis and Samsung SDI for two EV battery plants in Indiana.
From China woes to EV troubles, VW faces rocky road
Chinese EV makers like BYD thrive with tech-packed models, while VW struggles with its electric transition.
Tesla leads November’s global market value surge
Tesla's value rose 38.1% to $1.1T on reports of Trump's transition team plans to ease self-driving car rules.
