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Xpeng Thinks It Can Outsell Ford In Europe

Chinese automaker Xpeng believes that it can more than double its global sales by 2030, with half of all vehicles being sold in Europe.

InsideEVs · Oct 14

BMW’s Biggest SUV Yet Could Rival The Escalade. Here’s Everything We Know

The BMW X9 could bring Neue Klasse styling, CLAR architecture, and powerful gasoline engines to a new flagship SUV aimed at America.

Motor1 · Oct 14

Excluding UK from ‘Made in Europe’ law will hurt entire EU car industry, Mercedes boss warns

Ola Källenius says it will ‘weaken the industry on both sides’ ahead of act intended to counter non-EU competition

The Guardian - UK · Oct 14

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor to ramp up capacity at Karnataka plant from early 2027

Toyota Kirloskar Motor plans to expand production capacity at its Bidadi facility in Karnataka from early next year. The expansion aims to decrease waiting periods for specific models while preparing for new vehicle launches. Additionally, the company is establishing a new plant in Maharashtra with a similar production capacity of…

The Economic Times · Oct 14

Acura Promises Three New SUVs, Including An 'Adventure-Ready' Model

Acura will add a rugged SUV and an eight-passenger flagship alongside the fourth-generation RDX.

Motor1 · Oct 14

India to roll out BS-VII emission norms for vehicles from April 2029 in 3 phases: Report

The government is preparing to implement BS-VII emission standards, which align with Euro 7 norms, starting in April 2029. These standards will enforce stricter pollution controls and require automakers to upgrade their engines and emissions systems. Existing vehicles compliant with BS-VI norms will not be affected during this transition. Specific…

The Economic Times · Oct 14

China is bringing its car production to the EU

China has moved from exporting cars to bringing entire auto industry ecosystems, building up production capacity in Europe and boosting partnerships with local companies. Arthur D. Little's automotive expert Philipp Seidel tells FRANCE 24 that while tariffs and quotas can buy time, EU carmakers must improve their own competitiveness and…

France 24 · Oct 13

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Seat Isn't Dead Yet As Volkswagen Group Weighs Its Future

Seat and Cupra's CEO said there is a scenario where VW Group phases out the brand, but it is one of several under consideration.

Motor1 · Oct 13

Europe’s auto giants learn from China as Volkswagen, Stellantis rethink EV strategy

Volkswagen and Stellantis are adapting their electric vehicle strategies by collaborating with Chinese automakers. Stellantis aims to improve its market position through partnerships with Leapmotor and Dongfeng. Volkswagen continues to focus on its strategies in China while exploring potential collaborations in Europe. Industry analysts note that the competition from Chinese…

The Economic Times · Oct 13

Stellantis bets on Chinese partnerships to avoid European plant closures

Chief executive Antonio Filosa says sharing factory capacity could help keep plants open, as Stellantis invests in new platforms and European batteries.

Euronews · Oct 13

Volkswagen’s U.S. EV Sales Tumble 90%

The new ID. Tiguan can’t come soon enough, as the automaker is currently relying only on inventory EVs.

InsideEVs · Oct 13

Paris Motor Show kicks off as China-EU rivalry heats up

The biennial Paris Motor Show kicks off with a record number of Chinese brands descending on the French capital. European carmakers are fighting back, showcasing their latest models, as the EU announces a deal with China to limit the imports of hybrids. FRANCE 24's Charles Pellegrin has been speaking with…

France 24 · Oct 12

Volkswagen Sales Are Down, But There Are Bright Spots

Jetta sales topped 14,000 units in the third quarter, even as Volkswagen's overall US sales fell nearly 11 percent.

Motor1 · Oct 12

Stellantis and Renault back UK to get EU car industry protection

Bosses of Citroën owner and French carmaker also urge UK government to consider limiting imports from China

The Guardian - UK · Oct 12

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France 24 · Oct 12

2026 Paris Motor Show: Western carmakers face steep competition from Chinese rivals

The Paris Motor Show roars into gear this Monday, with over 200 auto sector brands showcasing their latest models and innovations. Chinese brands like BYD, Xpeng and Zeekr are among those present and getting lots of attention as their market share has surged in the past few years. In this…

The Independent UK · Oct 12

From ‘hands-free’ to ‘eyes-off’: how General Motors is simulating its way to autonomous driving

General Motors plans to launch an advanced iteration of its driver assist technology on the 2028 Cadillac Escalade IQ electric vehicle

The Economic Times · Oct 12

Chinese car makers increasingly rely on overseas markets as September exports surge

China’s passenger car exports jumped 64% year-on-year in September to about 919,000 units as automakers increasingly looked overseas to offset weak domestic demand. Chinese brands are expanding rapidly across Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia and Africa, but tariffs and geopolitical pushback are pushing companies such as BYD to manufacture more…

Euronews · Oct 12

Chinese carmaker BYD considers opening a factory in France

France is among the European countries where BYD is considering opening a plant. According to vice-president Stella Li, "France is on the shortlist".

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The Independent UK · Oct 12

Chinese carmakers increasingly rely on overseas markets as September exports surge

A Chinese industry association says passenger car exports surged 64% in September compared to the same month last year

Radio France Internationale · Oct 12

Chinese carmakers descend on Paris as battle for European market intensifies

A record 20 Chinese car brands are expected at the opening of the Paris Motor Show on Monday, as Europe's car industry faces growing competition and struggles to keep pace with the shift to electric vehicles.

The Guardian - UK · Oct 11

Volkswagen boss backs EU plan to bolster domestic European industry

Oliver Blume says Made in Europe rules to counter rapid rise of lower-price Chinese brands ‘must reward real value creation’

Motor1 · Oct 11

How Many Countries Does It Take To Build A Car?

From batteries made in China to parts sourced across Europe, discover how many countries contribute to building a modern car today.

The Economic Times · Oct 11

Audi India mulling local production of electric car, aims to double market share in 3-5 years

Audi India is considering local manufacturing of a battery electric vehicle, with a decision expected in the next few months. The luxury carmaker aims to double its market share from around 8% to 15-16% over the next three to five years through new product launches, customer-focused initiatives and dealership expansion,…

The Economic Times · Oct 10

Cheaper to run, but costlier to buy? New CAFE III rules kick in from April 2027; here's how your next car could be affected

India’s CAFE III fuel-efficiency norms will take effect from April 1, 2027, tightening fleet-average targets for automakers until March 2032. The rules offer incentives for electric vehicles, hybrids, flex-fuel cars and fuel-saving technologies. But will they make cars cheaper to run or push up showroom prices? Here’s how the new…

The Economic Times · Oct 10

China says can avoid 'escalation' after EU trade talks

China and the European Union held successful trade talks aimed at managing contentious disputes and avoiding escalation. Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao and EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic discussed hybrid vehicle exports, which are controversial in Europe. Beijing agreed to moderate its hybrid vehicle exports significantly over the coming years…

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