Tag: Daimler

German FAZ: Autoland has burned down010041

The list of horror news from the auto industry was last long: Bosch reduces another 13,000 jobs in the automotive division, Daimler Truck 5000, ZF 14,000. Until winter, further misfortune messages from the headquarters of the car companies and suppliers are expected. The proud Autoland Baden-Württemberg, where the companies mentioned and many other companies are… Continue reading German FAZ: Autoland has burned down010041

German FAZ: Rust under the Autolack010041

A few days ago, the German auto industry in Munich literally had its muscles play. After a long phase of weakness, the industry switched to attack, it said at the IAA car show-with new e-models, better software and refreshed burners. Now the picture falls together again. With its shortened forecast, Porsche has disclosed how expensive… Continue reading German FAZ: Rust under the Autolack010041

Europe’s silent surrender and the new industrial colonialism

Europe once led the automotive and renewable energy revolutions. Now, as China builds factories on European soil, the continent risks relegating itself to junior-partner status in the technologies of the 21st century, argues Paul Bennett of Madox Square Advisory. Europe stands at a critical crossroads, and it appears to be choosing the path of least… Continue reading Europe’s silent surrender and the new industrial colonialism

Electrify America’s Plug&Charge Now Available on the All-New 2026 Nissan LEAF

The adoption of Plug&Charge technology continues to grow among automakers RESTON, Va., Sept. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Electrify America announced the expansion of Plug&Charge technology with the addition of Nissan as the latest automaker to offer seamless charging capabilities to its upcoming electric vehicles (EV), beginning with the all-new 2026 Nissan LEAF. Continue Reading… Continue reading Electrify America’s Plug&Charge Now Available on the All-New 2026 Nissan LEAF

German identity doesn’t rely on cars – Brussels should face down the mighty automakers | Tania Roettger

An employee checks a Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle on the assembly line in Sindelfingen, Germany Photograph: Bloomberg/Getty Images View image in fullscreen An employee checks a Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle on the assembly line in Sindelfingen, Germany Photograph: Bloomberg/Getty Images German identity doesn’t rely on cars – Brussels should face down the mighty automakers Tania Roettger Mercedes-Benz… Continue reading German identity doesn’t rely on cars – Brussels should face down the mighty automakers | Tania Roettger

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Editor’s Note: This week, Peter discusses the current situation in the auto industry – and it is beyond grim. In On The Table, we detail the “affordable” Toyota GR Corolla and the much less affordable new Audi A6. Our AE Song of the Week is “From The Beginning” by Emerson, Lake & Palmer. In Fumes, we have Part V of Peter’s series on his all-time favorite… Continue reading @niche: TICK, TICK, TICK.004082