Focus on Transport
Automakers to pool CO2 emissions with Tesla, Polestar to meet EU 2025 rules
EU 2025 intermediate carbon reduction targets could cost automakers billions of euros in fines.
US self-driving car companies seek boost under Trump
Autonomous vehicle firms urge U.S. to lead on AV adoption, citing regulatory delays and competition from China.
Renault slashes price of low-cost electric car as emissions rules tighten
European carmakers are expected to rely on discounts to boost EV sales and meet tougher emissions rules.
US opens probe into 2.6 million Tesla vehicles over remote driving feature
Tesla's Actually Smart Summon feature was launched in September and allows users to remotely move their vehicles using their smartphones.
Pace of German emissions cuts slows in 2024: study
Germany’s 2024 emissions fell three per cent, a slower drop than 2023, hindered by stalled green investments in industry and households.
Global crude exports dip as trade routes reshuffle again
The volume of global crude exports in 2024 declined 2%, the first fall since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Deere boosts bet on autonomous tractors with new machines
Deere unveils autonomous tractors and industrial equipment at CES 2025, addressing labor shortages with advanced AI tech.
‘Lost year’: Germany electric car sales go into reverse
Germany's EV sales plummeted 27.4 per cent in 2024, with 380,609 registrations, amid subsidy cuts and high prices, marking a lost year.
Lucid beats estimates for EV deliveries as price cuts, cheaper financing spur demand
Lucid tops Q4 delivery estimates, raises production, fueling a six per cent share jump for the Saudi-backed luxury EV maker.
China seeks to bolster ports and aviation hubs in western regions
China's Politburo last year urged 'new urbanization' in Western China, including efforts to bolster energy resources.
