Markets Articles | Automotive World https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/markets-articles/ Future mobility articles, reports, and events Mon, 11 Nov 2024 08:45:05 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://www.automotiveworld.com/app/uploads/2024/04/cropped-cropped-aw-favicon-18-32x32.png Markets Articles | Automotive World https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/markets-articles/ 32 32 Nissan: what do the planned cutbacks really mean? https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/nissan-what-do-the-planned-cutbacks-really-mean/ Mon, 11 Nov 2024 08:00:34 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=428427 In Nissan's H1 2024 report, the company stated it would make cuts to its production, costs, and workforce. Ian Henry explores the potential implications

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]]> US DoE grants loan to lithium recycler before Trump’s return https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/us-doe-grants-loan-to-lithium-recycler-before-trumps-return/ Fri, 08 Nov 2024 13:51:01 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=428408 As the Biden Administration begins to wind down, the government is still ensuring federal funds reach electric vehicle-related projects. By Will Girling

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]]> Stellantis deepens cuts to US factory staff https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/stellantis-deepens-cuts-to-us-factory-staff/ Thu, 07 Nov 2024 15:25:14 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=428338 Excess inventory and waning consumer interest in the US is forcing Stellantis to reduce its Jeep production capacity once again. By Stewart Burnett 

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]]> Nissan maintains future plans despite “severe situation” https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/nissan-maintains-future-plans-despite-severe-situation/ Thu, 07 Nov 2024 12:13:05 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=428305 Financial downturn means Nissan must scale back production, cut costs and reduce its workforce, but it is still planning for the future. By Will Girling

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]]> What does Trump’s return mean for automotive? https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/what-does-trumps-return-mean-for-automotive/ Wed, 06 Nov 2024 15:09:38 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=428230 From trade to EVs, the change in administration could put US automotive on a dramatically different course. By Megan Lampinen

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]]> Could a hybrid model help Nio build global market share?   https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/could-a-hybrid-model-help-nio-build-global-market-share/ Tue, 05 Nov 2024 16:04:04 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=428178 Although the company maintains it is pursuing a pure electric strategy, a hybrid would allow it to avoid steep tariffs in the EU. By Stewart Burnett  

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]]> Stellantis focuses on US inventory reduction and marketing https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/stellantis-focuses-on-us-inventory-reduction-and-marketing/ Fri, 01 Nov 2024 13:24:52 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=428061 Stellantis continues to face significant challenges in the US market, but it believes decisions taken in Q3 are paving the way to recovery. By Will Girling

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]]> BYD almost surpasses Tesla’s EV sales in Q3 2024 https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/byd-almost-surpasses-teslas-ev-sales-in-q3-2024/ Thu, 31 Oct 2024 14:59:41 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=428007 BYD’s rapid sales growth against Tesla comes in spite of the significantly more challenging trade environment it must navigate. By Stewart Burnett

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]]> China fights back against Europe’s EV tariff hike https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/china-fights-back-against-europes-ev-tariff-hike/ Thu, 31 Oct 2024 11:45:44 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=427990 China refuses to accept the additional tariffs imposed by the European Commission and claims they violate WTO rules. By Megan Lampinen

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]]> Ford battles market forces and the cost of reorganising https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/ford-battles-market-forces-and-the-cost-of-reorganising/ Tue, 29 Oct 2024 08:29:16 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=427850 Ford’s Q3 2024 results were impacted by detrimental market conditions as it seeks to make tough decisions for its future business. By Will Girling

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]]> Morocco: at the heart of battery and EV component supply https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/morocco-at-the-heart-of-battery-and-ev-component-supply/ Fri, 25 Oct 2024 06:31:05 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=427468 Morocco’s skilled and experienced workforce is attracting OEMs and suppliers, which could have significant implications for electrification. By Ian Henry

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]]> Hyundai loses operating profit to warranty extensions https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/hyundai-loses-operating-profit-to-warranty-extensions/ Thu, 24 Oct 2024 14:52:06 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=427645 Although revenue increased year-on-year in Q3 2024, the necessity of a "one-off" warranty extension proved costly for Hyundai. By Will Girling

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]]> GM beats Q3 expectations, but challenges still lie ahead https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/gm-beats-q3-expectations-but-challenges-still-lie-ahead/ Wed, 23 Oct 2024 10:40:16 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=427570 GM posted strong Q3 financials, but ongoing losses from EVs, robotaxis, and a shrinking Chinese market continue to drain resources. By Will Girling

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]]> VW receives UK fine, vehicle finance becomes crucial issue https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/vw-receives-uk-fine-vehicle-finance-becomes-crucial-issue/ Tue, 22 Oct 2024 13:15:39 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=427503 Volkswagen has been fined by the UK FCA for unfairly treating customers during the cost-of-living crisis and must compensate them. By Will Girling

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]]> PEM enables small national auto industries to grow quickly https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/pem-enables-small-national-auto-industries-to-grow-quickly/ Tue, 22 Oct 2024 08:55:29 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=427483 The Pan-Euro Mediterranean Convention means countries like Morocco and Turkey can play a larger role in the global automotive industry. By Ian Henry

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]]> Volvo Group CEO “feels good” about 2025 despite flat Q3 https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/volvo-group-ceo-feels-good-about-2025-despite-flat-q3/ Fri, 18 Oct 2024 12:08:17 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=427409 According to Volvo’s latest financial report, truck demand in Europe and North America will likely remain flat in 2025. By Will Girling

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]]> Maintaining ICE after 2035 would weaken EU auto, says T&E https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/maintaining-ice-after-2035-would-weaken-eu-auto-says-te/ Fri, 18 Oct 2024 07:30:46 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=427368 Although some are calling for the maintenance of ICE in Europe after 2035, this could be both unnecessary and deleterious for the industry. By Will Girling

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]]> GM injects US$625m into new lithium mining joint venture https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/gm-injects-us625m-into-new-lithium-mining-joint-venture/ Wed, 16 Oct 2024 15:13:04 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=427273 Although General Motors previously advised it would withhold investment from Thacker Pass, it has now apparently decided to double down. By Will Girling

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]]> Hyundai’s IPO in India generates moderate market response https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/hyundais-ipo-in-india-generates-moderate-market-response/ Tue, 15 Oct 2024 12:42:59 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=427187 Hyundai Motor India is targeting the largest IPO ever seen in India, but early reports suggest it isn’t an exciting prospect for investors. By Will Girling

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]]> BMW and Mercedes highlight China and EV desirability in Q3 https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/bmw-and-mercedes-highlight-china-and-ev-desirability-in-q3/ Thu, 10 Oct 2024 14:08:56 +0000 https://www.automotiveworld.com/?p=426973 BMW and Mercedes-Benz’ Q3 2024 results both noted loss of market share in China and the importance of building desirable EV products. By Will Girling

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