VW, union agree to cut 35,000 jobs in Germany, avert strikes
Volkswagen strikes deal with unions, avoiding mass strikes; plans 35,000 job cuts, cost reductions, and future investments.
EPA head Regan, who championed environmental justice, to leave office Dec. 31
Michael Regan, who has led the EPA throughout Biden's four-year term, said Friday he will leave the agency Dec. 31.
Automaking countries press EU to relax rules on CO2 fines
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said it did not make sense to add to the difficulties the industry faces.
Nigerians press for solar jobs and electricity, with little success
In Nigeria, solar ambitions falter due to government inaction, despite rising demand for clean energy and micro-solar solutions.
Marathon VW talks to resume in search for pre-Christmas deal with unions
Volkswagen and unions are in crunch talks over German operations cuts, aiming to avoid major strikes before Christmas.
VW, unions likely to strike deal in small hours or break off till next year, source says
Volkswagen talks with labor leaders continue into a second day over proposed wage cuts and potential plant closures.
Europe’s carmakers discount EVs, hike petrol car prices as new emissions rules loom
European automakers raise petrol car prices while offering EV discounts to meet stricter emissions rules, facing profit challenges.
Can UN summits save the planet? A faltering year of talks brings up questions about the process
Global environmental talks are faltering, with recent UN negotiations failing to address climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss.
Lamborghini delays first EV launch to 2029 as market not ready
Lamborghini plans to launch its first electric model in 2029, citing market readiness concerns, while Ferrari debuts its EV in 2025.
VW union calls for compromise in last-ditch talks before Christmas
Volkswagen's works council demands no plant closures as negotiations with management resume, amid threats of future strikes.
