Focus on Transport
Stellantis CEO did not confirm Maserati EV plans, union says
Unions criticize Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares for not confirming Maserati’s electrification plans, raising concerns.
Musk now says it’s ‘pointless’ to build a $25,000 Tesla for human drivers
Elon Musk suggests Tesla dropped plans for a human-driven $25K EV, instead focusing on a fully autonomous "Cybercab" by 2026.
GM recalls 107 Bolt vehicles over fire risk
GM recalls 107 Bolt EVs over fire risk after diagnostic software issue; owners urged to limit charging and follow safety steps.
Europe auto struggles lead to cuts at Michelin, Germany’s Schaeffler
Michelin and Schaeffler's job cuts reflect challenges in the European auto industry amid rising energy costs and market shifts.
German air-taxi maker Lilium hires KPMG to explore M&A options
The move to explore options comes after a court granted Lilium's application for self administration, the company said.
Norway speeds ahead of EU in race for fossil-free roads
Electric cars make up 96.4% of new car sales in Norway, which aims to be fossil fuel-free by next year.
Beijing files complaint at WTO over EU tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles
Beijing has filed a WTO complaint against the EU, challenging anti-subsidy tariffs of up to 35 per cent on Chinese-made EVs, citing protectionism.
Manitoba eyes speedier approval, more Indigenous involvement in mining sector
The Manitoba government has released a new critical mineral strategy that it says will speed up projects and better involve First Nation communities.
China EV price deal needs be as effective as tariffs, says EU official
EU seeks enforceable minimum prices for Chinese EVs as alternative to 45.3% tariffs, says trade chief nominee Sefcovic.
Tesla’s Oct China-made EV sales fall 5.3%
Tesla reported a 5.3 per cent decline in October EV sales in China. Meanwhile, Chinese rival BYD hit a record 500,526 units.
