Volkswagen appoints former Rivian executive as head of American business
Volkswagen appoints Kjell Gruner as head of its American business, as the automaker faces a choppy electric transition and UAW negotiations.
Crisis-hit EV battery champion Northvolt struggles to hit production targets
Northvolt, a key player in Europe’s EV battery market, struggles with production, curtails output, and faces financial woes.
Rivian shares surge on $5.8 billion Volkswagen investment in JV
Rivian and Volkswagen's joint venture will integrate advanced electrical infrastructure and software for both companies' future EVs.
Global EV sales up 35% in October, Europe ekes out a gain
Global EV sales rose 35 per cent in October, led by China’s 54 per cent jump; Europe saw modest gains as the market...
Rivian, Volkswagen Group launch $5.8 billion joint venture
Rivian and Volkswagen Group's $5.8B joint venture will merge EV software and architecture, targeting future electric models.
Bentley to launch SUV EV in 2026, extend sales of plug-in hybrids to 2035
Bentley delays full EV shift to 2035, launching its first electric SUV in 2026 with plans for hybrids till 2035, citing demand.
India says Mercedes improved pollution management at plant after failing checks
Mercedes is India's top luxury car seller — and it plans to invest $24 million in India this year.
EV maker Rivian may report first quarterly revenue drop since IPO
EV maker Rivian's plight comes amid a broader slowdown in electric vehicle demand due to cheaper hybrids.
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.
Czech Republic joining Italy to fight carmakers’ CO2 fines
Czech Republic will join Italy in seeking to prevent carmakers from facing penalties when tougher CO2 emission rules take effect in the EU.
