The autonomous driving landscape is poised for a significant shift in 2025, as manufacturers race to integrate advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) despite uncertain profit prospects. According to McKinsey analysis, the autonomous driving market could reach $400 billion by 2035,…
General Motors’ dramatic fall from market leader to 16th place in China represents one of the most significant shifts in global automotive history, with sales plummeting 42.5% in the first 11 months of 2024 and forcing a $5 billion write-down…
Japanese automotive giants Honda and Nissan are exploring a potential merger as both companies face mounting pressure in the global electric vehicle market, particularly from Chinese competitors. The historically independent automakers are weighing this unprecedented step to maintain competitiveness in…
Chinese electric truck manufacturers are leveraging their established EV supply chain advantages to dominate the nascent electric trucking sector, capturing 70% of global sales in 2023 despite electric trucks representing less than 1% of worldwide truck sales. However, this expansion…
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Nio has unveiled its most ambitious vehicle to date – the ET9 executive sedan – directly targeting the stronghold of German luxury automakers in China’s premium vehicle segment. The $110,080 electric flagship, slated for March deliveries,…
The European Union’s transition to electrified vehicles hit a significant milestone in 2023, with hybrid and battery-electric vehicles collectively matching traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) registrations for the first time. New data from Eurostat reveals that electrified vehicles captured 48.3%…
The global electric vehicle market reached another milestone in November 2024, with sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles climbing 32.3% year-over-year to 1.83 million units, marking the third consecutive record month according to data from market research firm…
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers are establishing a growing presence in Mexico, marking a strategic move that could reshape North America’s automotive landscape. BYD, the world’s largest EV maker by volume, is leading this charge with makeshift dealerships appearing across Mexico…
VinFast plans to construct a second manufacturing facility in Vietnam’s Ha Tinh province, aiming to double its production capacity to 300,000 units annually. The Vietnamese automaker announced the expansion as part of its strategy to meet international demand, particularly for…
BYD’s aggressive expansion strategy is paying off as the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer prepares to announce November sales figures that will likely cement its position ahead of traditional automotive powerhouses Ford and Honda in global sales volume. The company’s remarkable…
Tesla’s dominance in the Australian electric vehicle market is showing signs of erosion, with November sales dropping 35.5% year-over-year to 2,540 units according to Electric Vehicle Council data. This decline contributes to the brand’s first annual sales decrease of 20.9%…
General Motors faces a significant financial setback in China, announcing a $5.5 billion write-off as its joint venture struggles amid the country’s rapid transition to electric vehicles. This development marks a crucial turning point in the world’s largest automotive market…
