German FAZ: EU Commission imposed millions of fines against 15 car manufacturers009100

The European Commission has imposed millions in terms of millions against 15 car manufacturers due to a cartel in connection with recycling, scrapped vehicles. The VW Group has to pay the highest fine with around 128 million euros, as the Commission announced on Tuesday. Mercedes had disclosed the cartel in Brussels and therefore escapes a… Continue reading German FAZ: EU Commission imposed millions of fines against 15 car manufacturers009100

New Auto Tariffs Now Bring the Unthinkable

Finished automobiles no longer flow freely across North America, and key automotive free trade agreements have been scrapped. Graphic: BBM As our Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke feared, the “unthinkable” has happened. New automotive-specific tariffs of 25% on all imported vehicles are now in place.  Finished automobiles no longer flow freely across North America, and key… Continue reading New Auto Tariffs Now Bring the Unthinkable

Aisin to produce hybrid motor for Mitsubishi in Thailand

The hybrid drive motor and gearbox, will be produced at Aisin Powertrain (Thailand) Co for use in the Mitsubishi XForce HEV and will mark Asin’s first electric unit production in the ASEAN region, which is part of its strategic plan to develop a global production system for electrification. Mitsubishi Motors has awarded new hybrid electric vehicle… Continue reading Aisin to produce hybrid motor for Mitsubishi in Thailand

Aisin to produce hybrid motor for Mitsubishi in Thailand

The hybrid drive motor and gearbox, will be produced at Aisin Powertrain (Thailand) Co for use in the Mitsubishi XForce HEV and will mark Asin’s first electric unit production in the ASEAN region, which is part of its strategic plan to develop a global production system for electrification. Mitsubishi Motors has awarded new hybrid electric vehicle… Continue reading Aisin to produce hybrid motor for Mitsubishi in Thailand

Clean Technica: Despite Tesla Dip, Australia Over 14% Plugin Penetration003953

Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News! Last Updated on: 5th April 2025, 02:15 am Combining the numbers for plugin electric vehicles (PHEV plus BEV) gives Australia a penetration rate of 14.5% for March, a significant increase over last month. New Zealand numbers have been stuck… Continue reading Clean Technica: Despite Tesla Dip, Australia Over 14% Plugin Penetration003953

German FAZ: EU Commission imposed millions of fines against 15 car manufacturers009093

The European Commission has imposed millions in terms of millions against 15 car manufacturers due to a cartel in connection with recycling, scrapped vehicles. The VW Group has to pay the highest fine with around 128 million euros, as the Commission announced on Tuesday. Mercedes had disclosed the cartel in Brussels and therefore escapes a… Continue reading German FAZ: EU Commission imposed millions of fines against 15 car manufacturers009093

Impact Modifiers Market Poised for 5.7% CAGR Growth, Driven by Demand in Plastics and Polymers

“Impact Modifiers: Global Markets looks at the special materials used to make plastics stronger and more durable. It covers market trends, major companies, and how these modifiers are driving growth in industries around the world.” BOSTON, April 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — According to the latest study from BCC Research, the demand for Impact Modifiers: Global… Continue reading Impact Modifiers Market Poised for 5.7% CAGR Growth, Driven by Demand in Plastics and Polymers

Clean Technica: What Did Elon Musk Know About EV Battery Swapping And When Did He Know It?003950

Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News! The dramatic fall from grace of the Tesla brand almost seems like it happened overnight, but almost is the operative word. The clouds of doom have been building for several years. Among the missed opportunities missed by Tesla and… Continue reading Clean Technica: What Did Elon Musk Know About EV Battery Swapping And When Did He Know It?003950

All the EVs (and PHEVs) you can buy with 0% financing in April 2025

Lease deals get all the hype, but most people still want to own the car after they’re done making all those payments on it. If that sounds like you, and you’ve been waiting for the interest rates on auto loans to drop, you’re in luck: there are a bunch of great plug-in cars you can… Continue reading All the EVs (and PHEVs) you can buy with 0% financing in April 2025

Price hikes, layoffs and import fees: How car giants are reacting to Trump’s tariffs

An employee mounts a VW logo on a new Volkswagen Tiguan at the VW main plant. Picture Alliance | Picture Alliance | Getty Images Auto giants have responded to U.S. President Donald Trump‘s tariffs by announcing plans to raise prices, impose import fees, pause production and even lay off staff. As part of plans designed… Continue reading Price hikes, layoffs and import fees: How car giants are reacting to Trump’s tariffs