A significant threat of large-scale production disruption is looming over global automotive manufacturers due to China’s recent restrictions on the export of rare earth elements (REEs). The gravity of the situation is underscored by recent news that Suzuki Motor Corporation has halted production of its popular Swift model as of the end of May 2025,… Continue reading China’s Rare Earth Export Curbs: A Looming Threat to Global Carmakers and a Strategic Wake-Up Call for India
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May Fleet Sales Flat, Year-to-Date Total Dips
Commercial, rental, and government fleet sales in May totaled 216,917 vehicles, flatlining at a minuscule 0.1% increase from 216,378 vehicles sold in May 2024, according to Bobit Business Media fleet numbers released on June 5. However, those numbers rose monthly compared to April 2025, which had fleet sales at 207,582 vehicles, up 2.6% compared to… Continue reading May Fleet Sales Flat, Year-to-Date Total Dips
Hyundai Motor has a rare earths stockpile that can last about a year, source says
China produces around 90% of the world’s rare earths, which are essential for the production of vehicles, especially electric vehicle motors. Hyundai Motor has a rare earths stockpile that can last about a year and it does not expect any near-term impact from global supply chain disruptions caused by China’s export curbs, said a person… Continue reading Hyundai Motor has a rare earths stockpile that can last about a year, source says
Your CarPlay is getting a major overhaul on iOS 26: 3 new features arriving to your dashboard
Apple Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers’ Conference (WWDC) is happening right now, and the tech giant just announced new updates to iOS 26, including upgrades to Apple CarPlay users. Also: Everything announced at Apple’s WWDC 2025 keynote: Liquid Glass, MacOS Tahoe, and more In particular, Apple CarPlay gets new features iOS 26, which is expected to be released… Continue reading Your CarPlay is getting a major overhaul on iOS 26: 3 new features arriving to your dashboard
Transit vans the key to Ford’s European sales growth
Ford Pro has been the sector leader in commercial vehicles in Europe for the past 10 years, and so far in 2025 it has achieved a market share of close to 20%. “And that’s just the vehicle business,” said Hans Schep, general manager of Ford Pro Europe, Ford’s European commercial vehicle arm. Vehicle sales aside,… Continue reading Transit vans the key to Ford’s European sales growth
@BMW: BMW NA 50th Anniversary | 50 Stories for 50 Years Chapter 23: “Activity, Not Utility: The X5 is Born”004163
While BMW of North America was busy fending off its new premium-class rivals Lexus and Infiniti, the company found itself challenged by yet another new rival: Ford, whose Explorer had become an immediate sensation following its 1991 introduction. Go to Source
China extends an olive branch to Western auto giants over rare earth shortage
Workers assemble cars on the assembly line at the Volkswagen automobile factory on March 07, 2025 in Wolfsburg, Germany. Sean Gallup | Getty Images News | Getty Images China appears to have offered U.S. and European auto giants something of a reprieve after industry groups warned of increasing production threats over a rare earth shortage.… Continue reading China extends an olive branch to Western auto giants over rare earth shortage
Electric Truck Market worth $32,133.4 million by 2032 | MarketsandMarkets
DELRAY BEACH, Fla., June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The electric truck market is estimated at USD 5,247.2 million in 2025. It is projected to grow at a CAGR of 29.5%, reaching USD 32,133.4 million by 2032, according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets. The electric truck market is swiftly evolving as governments and fleets push for… Continue reading Electric Truck Market worth $32,133.4 million by 2032 | MarketsandMarkets
Auto Roundup: THO Beats Q3 Earnings Mark, ALV Hikes Dividend & More
The rush to buy new cars and SUVs ahead of price hikes due to U.S. tariffs continued in May, though the momentum slowed compared to March and April. Automakers like Toyota, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Kia and Volvo reported higher U.S. sales, while Subaru’s growth streak came to an end. According to MarkLines, U.S. auto sales… Continue reading Auto Roundup: THO Beats Q3 Earnings Mark, ALV Hikes Dividend & More
CarPlay’s iOS 26 makeover is almost here: 3 new features coming to your dashboard
Igor Alecsander/Getty Images Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers’ Conference (WWDC) takes place today, and I’m expecting to hear about new features in the company’s operating systems, including iOS, iPadOS, and MacOS, as well as potential upgrades to systems like TVOS and Apple CarPlay. Also: Apple’s secret sauce is exactly what AI is missing In particular, Apple… Continue reading CarPlay’s iOS 26 makeover is almost here: 3 new features coming to your dashboard