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

German FAZ: EU Commission imposed millions of fines against 15 car manufacturer009087

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 manufacturer009087

GENESIS CARES INITIATIVE TO MAINTAIN MANUFACTURER’S SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE FOR THE NEXT TWO MONTHS

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Genesis Motor America today launched the Genesis Cares initiative to maintain the manufacturer’s suggested retail price for its entire lineup for the next two months in response to dynamic market conditions and the potential impact of tariffs on the automotive industry. “At Genesis, we remain committed to… Continue reading GENESIS CARES INITIATIVE TO MAINTAIN MANUFACTURER’S SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE FOR THE NEXT TWO MONTHS

Hyundai Launches Customer Assurance to Maintain Current Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price

Hyundai will not raise MSRP for its current model lineup for the next two months, starting today until June 2, 2025 Builds on Hyundai’s long history of Assurance programs that support American consumers Closely follows Hyundai’s recent $21 billion U.S. investment and the grand opening of Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America in Georgia Since entering… Continue reading Hyundai Launches Customer Assurance to Maintain Current Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price

Hyundai CRETA Leads Indian Auto Sales in March 2025

Hyundai CRETA recorded the highest sales in the Indian automobile market in March 2025, with 18,059 units sold, maintaining its leadership in the SUV segment. The model also led Q4 FY 2024-25 sales (Jan–Mar) with 52,898 units, reinforcing its position as India’s best-selling SUV. Hyundai CRETA finished FY 2024-25 as the third highest-selling passenger vehicle… Continue reading Hyundai CRETA Leads Indian Auto Sales in March 2025

Nissan upgrades Qashqai e-Power hybrid – and we’ve driven it

Nissan is leading £2 billion worth of investment into its Sunderland plant to prepare it to build the new Leaf and electric successors to the Juke and Qashqai. The first two of those models are imminent: the Leaf will arrive this year, the Juke soon after in 2026. But plans for the next-generation Qashqai EV have quietly been pushed… Continue reading Nissan upgrades Qashqai e-Power hybrid – and we’ve driven it

Nissan upgrades Qashqai e-Power hybrid – and we’ve driven it

Nissan is leading £2 billion worth of investment into its Sunderland plant to prepare it to build the new Leaf and electric successors to the Juke and Qashqai. The first two of those models are imminent: the Leaf will arrive this year, the Juke soon after in 2026. But plans for the next-generation Qashqai EV have quietly been pushed… Continue reading Nissan upgrades Qashqai e-Power hybrid – and we’ve driven it

Kia showcases design philosophy and latest vehicles with ‘Eclipse of Perceptions’ and ‘Transcend Journey’ exhibits at Milan Design Week 2025

–     ‘Eclipse of Perceptions’ exhibit continues Kia’s dedication to supporting art and culture by providing a platform for artists from diverse backgrounds –     Conceptual artworks interpret Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy through various mediums including sculpture, sound and light –     ‘Transcend Journey’ exhibit highlights the transformative power of Kia’s new PBV and EV models –     Opposites United: Eclipse of Perceptions runs from… Continue reading Kia showcases design philosophy and latest vehicles with ‘Eclipse of Perceptions’ and ‘Transcend Journey’ exhibits at Milan Design Week 2025

LG Partners With Kia To Present AI-Powered Mobility Space Solutions

April 3, 2025 LG Partners With Kia To Present AI-Powered Mobility Space Solutions Open share list Share this content. Company Redefines In-Vehicle Experience With Smart Home Solutions DeliveringTailored Mobility Experiences SEOUL, April 3, 2025 — LG Electronics (LG) is presenting the Spielraum concept car in collaboration with Kia at the 2025 Seoul Mobility Show, taking… Continue reading LG Partners With Kia To Present AI-Powered Mobility Space Solutions

Clean Technica: Global EV Sales — 1.2 Million Units in February, 49% Growth YoY003949

Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News! EVs Now 19% of World Auto Sales Global plugin vehicle registrations were up 49% in February 2025 compared to February 2024. There were 1.2 million registrations. More good news is that BEVs pulled further ahead of plugin hybrids, growing… Continue reading Clean Technica: Global EV Sales — 1.2 Million Units in February, 49% Growth YoY003949