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๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Two Million Volkswagen Electric Cars. An Anniversary with a Note of Disappointment

Volkswagen celebrated the production of its two millionth electric car at its Transparent Factory in Dresden, highlighting both progress and challenges in electric vehicle production.

Mar 3 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Volkswagen Celebrates Two Million Sold Electric Cars

Volkswagen has reached a significant milestone by selling two million electric vehicles globally.

Mar 3 โ€ข 07:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Does your car drink a lot or a little? See the consumption of all new cars in Brazil

Inmetro has updated the Brazilian Vehicle Labeling Program, providing detailed consumption information for cars sold in Brazil.

Mar 3 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Hybrid Cars: A Revolution in Driving That Combines the Silence of Electricity with the Roar of Fuel

Hybrid cars represent a transformative evolution in the automotive industry, merging electric silence with traditional fuel engines.

Mar 3 โ€ข 04:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Nissan CEO Ivan Espinosa: 'So many things happen every morning that it makes you afraid'

Nissan CEO Ivan Espinosa reflects on the challenges facing the company as it navigates a significant financial crisis and competition in the electric vehicle market.

Mar 2 โ€ข 15:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

An automaker decided not to raise the price of its cars for March

Toyota announced that it will not increase the prices of its vehicles for March following the elimination of the luxury tax.

Mar 2 โ€ข 15:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Cars at Lower Prices During Ramadan? The Full Truth Before Buying

The article discusses how Ramadan influences the car market in the Gulf region, highlighting competitive pricing, financing solutions, and promotional strategies.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

"Scrap" masquerades as used cars. EU regulations will tighten practices

New EU regulations are set to impose stricter standards on the sale and operation of used cars, contributing to the concerns about quality and safety.

Mar 2 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Chronicle of Deindustrialization: Europe Buys 2.5 Million Fewer Cars Than Before the Pandemic

The European automotive industry is facing unprecedented challenges, with car sales declining by 2.5 million units compared to pre-pandemic levels, compounded by increased competition from Chinese manufacturers.

Mar 2 โ€ข 04:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

"Made in Europe" under new rules. The stakes are jobs in Poland

The European Commission is developing solutions to strengthen local production in key industrial sectors, particularly automotive, amid concerns of losing jobs in Europe.

Mar 2 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Honda's 'Reflection' After 4 Withdrawals: Utilizing F1 in Core Business Amid Management Circumstances

Honda is set to return to Formula 1 in the 2026 season, aiming to leverage its racing expertise for its core automotive business amidst significant industry changes.

Mar 1 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Tight Requirement Coming for Electric Cars โ€“ Not All Manufacturers Are Excited

New EU proposals will impose strict requirements on electric vehicles to protect the union's industry from Chinese competition, raising concerns among manufacturers.

Mar 1 โ€ข 15:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Automotive Industry: How Stellantis Went Off Track

The automotive group Stellantis suffered a historic loss of 22.3 billion euros last year, primarily due to write-downs related to their electric vehicle strategy, forcing them to reconsider their approach.

Mar 1 โ€ข 14:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The Three-Cylinder Revolution: Is the World Saying Goodbye to Large Engines?

The article discusses the rise of three-cylinder engines in the automotive industry as a response to environmental challenges and the need for efficiency, challenging the long-standing dominance of larger engines.

Mar 1 โ€ข 13:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Auto Industry: "The Mood Among Staff is Tense"

Mercedes is facing declining sales and profits, resulting in significant job cuts and heightened tensions among employees according to the labor council leader Ergun Lรผmali.

Mar 1 โ€ข 12:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

2.14 Lakh Cars Sold in 28 Days! This Brand's Vehicles Sold Heavily

Maruti Suzuki recorded a significant increase in sales in February 2026, selling a total of 2,13,995 vehicles, marking a 7.3% growth compared to the same month last year.

Mar 1 โ€ข 07:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Your smart car may cost you more than you expect after purchase

A report highlights the hidden costs associated with digital services in modern smart cars, emphasizing the importance of transparency in pricing.

Mar 1 โ€ข 04:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Aston Martin in Crisis: Lots of Power - Too Little Revenue

Aston Martin is facing a financial crisis, struggling to balance its production goals with insufficient revenue.

Feb 28 โ€ข 14:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

BMW will have humanoid robots working on the production line of its factory in Germany; see photos

BMW is set to introduce humanoid robots in its production line in Germany amidst challenges in the European automotive industry.

Feb 28 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Can the breakdown of a small plastic part make the whole car worthless? Here's what the manufacturer says

A German family mother faces the prospect of her 2013 Renault Espace becoming worthless due to the unavailability of replacement key cards essential for its operation.

Feb 28 โ€ข 04:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Production of 'Unofficial BMW' with Remaining Parts by Russian Company After Withdrawal

Russian companies are producing 'unofficial' BMW vehicles using leftover parts from factories that ceased operations after the withdrawal of major automotive brands following the Ukraine invasion.

Feb 28 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Henry Ford, millionaire industrialist: "Failure is the opportunity to start over, this time more intelligently"

The article discusses a famous quote by Henry Ford highlighting that mistakes can lead to improved decision-making and serves as a foundation for his business philosophy.

Feb 28 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Henry Ford, millionaire industrialist: 'Failure is the opportunity to begin again more intelligently'

The article explores the life and legacy of Henry Ford, emphasizing his journey from failure to success in the automotive industry.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Growing industries and sectors under pressure from an HR perspective

The article discusses various industries in Poland that are experiencing growth in recruitment, such as energy and defense, while also highlighting sectors like retail and automotive that are under pressure and have seen a slowdown in recruitment.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Giant car manufacturer: billion-euro losses, blames electric cars

Stellantis, one of the largest car manufacturers, reported massive losses for the latter half of 2025 and blamed overly optimistic electric vehicle sales forecasts.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

The upcoming giant SUV from Porsche will replace electricity with combustion engines

Porsche is set to introduce a giant SUV that will feature combustion engines instead of electric power.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The prices of new cars are dropping, lack of minerals in the USA, and a boom in emerging markets

New car prices in Poland are declining alongside a drop in sales, prompting manufacturers to offer significant discounts; meanwhile, a shortage of key rare minerals in the USA is affecting production.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
National & Local

Does it make sense to take a used car on operational leasing? We calculated it for you

Operational leasing for used cars is becoming increasingly popular among consumers in Czechia as they seek more affordable alternatives to purchasing new vehicles.

Feb 27 โ€ข 05:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Stellantis, the electric vehicle presents the bill. The budget closes in the red by 22 billion

Stellantis reports a record net loss of 22.3 billion euros for 2025, raising concerns about the viability of its electric vehicle strategy amidst economic challenges.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Chinese pressure suffocates European manufacturers. The industry is preparing drastic cuts

European car manufacturers are facing significant pressure due to competitive pricing from Chinese producers, leading to necessary price reductions and industry cutbacks.

Feb 27 โ€ข 03:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Josep Maria Recasens: 'Spain has examples of how Europe can act with China'

Josep Maria Recasens, a prominent figure in the automotive industry, emphasizes the need for Europe to adopt similar regulations for China in the automotive sector during his speech at the VI Anfac Forum.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

The Automotive Industry in Transition: Stellantis' Long Road Ahead

Stellantis, facing a significant business restructuring, urgently needs appealing models and a return to profitability, with renewed hope emerging mostly from the US market.

Feb 26 โ€ข 19:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Automobile: in Europe, electrification turns into carnage in its production apparatus

The European automotive industry faces historical losses and a chaotic transition to electrification, as seen through Stellantis's significant financial setbacks.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Stellantis makes a mistake in electric car strategy and suffers a loss of R$ 153.9 billion

Stellantis reported a net loss of โ‚ฌ25.4 billion in 2025 due to high expenses associated with adjusting its electric vehicle strategy amid a slower-than-expected market transition.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

The editorial by Jacques-Olivier Martin: 'Stellantis is sinking, let Brussels take the wheel!'

The editorial discusses the significant losses faced by Stellantis and critiques the European Union's stringent push towards electric vehicles, arguing that it jeopardizes the Western automotive industry.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Stellantis reported a record loss of 22.3 billion euros last year due to electric vehicles

Stellantis recorded a significant loss largely attributed to the transition towards electric vehicles.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Stellantis reported a record loss of over 500 billion last year due to electric vehicles

Stellantis faced a significant financial loss last year, largely attributed to challenges in the electric vehicle market.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Tesla Cybertrucks are being sold with a large discount: no one is buying

Tesla has reduced the price of the highly anticipated Cybertruck amid declining interest and sales.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Will electric car batteries last longer than expected? Subsidies undermine confidence in used cars

A recent study reveals that used electric cars retain significant battery capacity, alleviating concerns for potential buyers.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The Design Riddle: Why Has the Unique Stamp Disappeared from Our Contemporary Car Features?

The article explores the diminishing uniqueness in car designs, suggesting we may be entering an era of 'standardized vehicles' due to various physical, economic, and technological pressures.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Volkswagen showed the progress in the works for the new generation of the Amarok

Volkswagen is advancing with the modernization of its Pacheco plant to produce the new regional pickup Amarok starting in 2027.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Lamborghini cancels electric car project for this reason

Lamborghini has definitively canceled its electric car project due to a lack of interest from traditional car enthusiasts.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Germany Reduces Employment. The Automotive Industry in Its Biggest Crisis in Years

Germany's automotive industry faces significant employment cuts, reflecting a broader economic stagnation predicted by the government.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Lamborghini has canceled its first electric car, there is no interest in it

Lamborghini's first attempt at an electric vehicle has been abandoned due to a lack of market interest.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Survey: Companies Plan to Cut More Jobs Despite Improved Economic Conditions

Despite positive economic signals, companies in Germany are increasingly planning job cuts, as indicated by a recent survey by the Ifo Institute in Munich.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Anna-Lena Laurรฉn: Germany's Devil's Pact with China โ€“ Now Merz Tries to Salvage What He Can

Friedrich Merz, Germany's Chancellor, emphasizes the importance of both Europe and the German automotive industry in his dealings with China.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Aston Martin is facing difficulties. In the market and on the track

Aston Martin is reportedly encountering challenges both commercially and competitively.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Mazda and Mitsubishi Provide Full Answers Amidst US Tariffs: Early Resolution in the Automotive Spring Labor Negotiations

Mazda and Mitsubishi Motors announced they fully met the labor union's demands for wage increases and bonuses during this year's labor negotiations, seeking to retain talent despite pressure from US tariffs.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The calculation shows: Savings of up to 100โ‚ฌ per month โ€“ Cars are increasingly purchased this way

Recent calculations indicate that car purchases through a specific method can lead to monthly savings of up to 100 euros.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Lamborghini Abandons EV. "Angry Bull" Without V8 and V12 Did Not Convince Customers

Lamborghini has cancelled its electric vehicle project due to low customer interest.

Feb 25 โ€ข 04:00 UTC

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