2023 Prius Prime on display, April 6, 2023. Scott Mlyn | CNBC PLANO, Texas — Twenty-five years after introducing many Americans to hybrid vehicles with the Prius, Toyota Motor is targeting significant growth in plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, or PHEVs. Such cars can function as an all-electric vehicle for a certain number of miles before… Continue reading Hybrid leader Toyota targets major growth in plug-in vehicles amid industry’s EV uncertainty
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Auto giant Stellantis appoints Antonio Filosa as new CEO
Stellantis North America Chief Operating Officer and former Jeep CEO Antonio Filosa speaks during the Stellantis press conference at the Automobility LA 2024 car show at Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles on Nov. 21, 2024. Etienne Laurent | Afp | Getty Images Auto giant Stellantis on Wednesday appointed North American Chief Operating Officer… Continue reading Auto giant Stellantis appoints Antonio Filosa as new CEO
Musk’s role leading DOGE qualifies as ‘continuing and permanent,’ federal judge says
Elon Musk listens as reporters ask U.S. President Donald Trump and South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa questions during a press availability in the Oval Office at the White House on May 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. Chip Somodevilla | Getty Images In its bid to have a lawsuit against Elon Musk, the Department of Government… Continue reading Musk’s role leading DOGE qualifies as ‘continuing and permanent,’ federal judge says
India’s Construction Equipment Share May Grow 5X; Exports to Rise Mid-Double Digits in FY26
India’s share in the global construction equipment market has the potential to grow fivefold, according to top industry executives, who cite rising demand from developed markets and supportive trade agreements such as the UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as key drivers. The industry also anticipates mid-double-digit export growth in FY26, buoyed by upgraded emissions and… Continue reading India’s Construction Equipment Share May Grow 5X; Exports to Rise Mid-Double Digits in FY26
Antonio Filosa Appointed CEO of Stellantis, Effective June 23
Stellantis N.V. has named Antonio Filosa as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective June 23, following a unanimous decision by the company’s Board of Directors. Filosa, who currently serves as Chief Operating Officer for the Americas and Chief Quality Officer, will take over CEO responsibilities as the company enters a critical phase of global transformation… Continue reading Antonio Filosa Appointed CEO of Stellantis, Effective June 23
Chinese Export Curbs on Rare Earth Magnets Could Disrupt Indian Auto Production: Reuters
Indian auto manufacturers may face production shutdowns within days due to China’s export restrictions on rare earth magnets, according to industry sources and documents seen by Reuters. China, which processes over 90% of these magnets globally, implemented new rules in April requiring import permits—initially seen as a response to U.S. tariffs. However, the impact is… Continue reading Chinese Export Curbs on Rare Earth Magnets Could Disrupt Indian Auto Production: Reuters
Alpine confirms V6-powered Ferrari SF90 rival for 2028
Alpine will launch a supercar in 2028 with a turbocharged V6 hybrid powertrain pumping out more than 1000bhp, the head of the Renault Group’s premium brand has said. The new supercar was previewed by the firm’s Alpenglow concept, which also featured a V6. However, Alpine has opted to add twin electric motors on the front axle to create an all-wheel-drive… Continue reading Alpine confirms V6-powered Ferrari SF90 rival for 2028
Skoda Favorit reimagined as ‘minimalistic’ EV for new age
Skoda has reimagined the Favorit as a modern electric car, melding the original’s Bertone-penned lines with the brand’s new Modern Solid design language. Conceived by designer Ljudmil Slavov in some 120 hours of his own time, the project was intended to retain the feel of the 1987 hatchback without leaning on overtly retro cues, such… Continue reading Skoda Favorit reimagined as ‘minimalistic’ EV for new age
New BMW i4 M60 brings more power than petrol M4 CS
BMW has launched a new range-topping M60 version of the i4 electric saloon with 593bhp – outpunching the petrol-powered M4 CS by a full 50bhp. Replacing the 537bhp i4 M50, the i4 M60 is priced from £70,910 and can complete the 0-62mph sprint in 3.7sec – down 0.2sec on the old car. That makes it some £50k cheaper than… Continue reading New BMW i4 M60 brings more power than petrol M4 CS
“New CEO Antonio Filosa could be what Stellantis really needs”
In the six months since Carlos Tavares was ousted from his role as Stellantis CEO, there’s been plenty of speculation about his replacement, whether a high-profile executive from another firm (both the Renault Group’s Luca de Meo and ex-Cupra man Wayne Griffith were linked to the role) or a big-name outsider from the tech industry. You can see… Continue reading “New CEO Antonio Filosa could be what Stellantis really needs”