CogniCurrent Icon

COGNICURRENT

A compact global news feed for the bigger picture.

โŒ•
Regions
Topics
Saved views:
Save your current filters to revisit or share.
50 stories
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

I tested Chinese 4x4 and Land Rover Defender in the same day โ€“ what happened floored me

A recent comparison of the Denza B5 hybrid SUV and the Land Rover Defender showcases the growing competition between Chinese and traditional premium SUVs in the UK market.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

BYD Atto 2 DM-i: the hybrid SUV that changes the rules

The new BYD ATTO 2 DM-i represents a strategic shift for the Chinese manufacturer, enhancing its presence in the European market with a compact SUV tailored for Italian consumers.

Mar 22 โ€ข 19:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Perspective: Is a new electric car boom about to begin?

The article discusses the potential for a resurgence in the electric car market due to rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions affecting oil supply.

Mar 22 โ€ข 14:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

12 Global Car Companies Reduce Their Plans for Electric Vehicle Production

At least 12 global car manufacturers, including Honda and Mercedes-Benz, are scaling back their electric vehicle production plans due to sluggish demand and rising costs.

Mar 22 โ€ข 11:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The places in the country where it is easier to buy a new car

A survey indicates which provinces in Argentina have seen the highest purchases of new cars in 2025.

Mar 22 โ€ข 10:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Is it time to buy a car?

The article discusses whether it is the right time to purchase a car, highlighting projected values for 2026 and expert insights for making informed decisions.

Mar 21 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

GAC GS3 bets on aggressive pricing to compete with 'sales champions' like T-Cross and Creta; see the test

The GAC GS3 makes its debut in Brazil with competitive pricing aimed at challenging popular compact SUVs like the Hyundai Creta and Volkswagen T-Cross.

Mar 20 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Another Effect of Second Pillar Pension Funds: Experts Warn of Price Increases and Fraud

Experts warn that an influx of funds from the second pillar pension system might lead to price increases in the automotive market and raise concerns about potential fraud.

Mar 20 โ€ข 04:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Bentley does not slow down. Seventh year in the plus โ€“ despite difficult times

Bentley continues to thrive in the luxury car market, reporting profits for the seventh consecutive year despite challenges such as tariffs in the US and a decline in demand in China.

Mar 20 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The $40,000 used SUV with an interior more comfortable than your living room

The article discusses the growing popularity of spacious SUVs in the U.S. market, highlighting the Lincoln Navigator's impressive comfort and design.

Mar 19 โ€ข 21:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Volkswagen's Financial Ties to China and the Uncertain Future of the Corporation

Volkswagen's operations in China have evolved from a simple market presence to a complex dependency crucial for its profits and future strategy.

Mar 19 โ€ข 19:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Honda's plans collapsed: the manufacturer throws in the towel and writes off billions as losses

Honda has canceled the production of three electric vehicle models planned for the US market, leading to significant financial losses.

Mar 19 โ€ข 18:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Automotive Industry: Finally Chinese Speed at Volkswagen

Volkswagen is experiencing a resurgence in the Chinese market and regaining its position as the top seller of cars.

Mar 19 โ€ข 15:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Honda's Major Preparation in India, Testing of Special SUV has Begun

Honda is gearing up for the Indian market with the commencement of testing for its upcoming electric SUV, the Honda Zero Alpha.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Price Drop in More Than 100 New Car Models: The Ranking of How Much Each One Has Decreased

There has been a notable decline in prices for over 100 models of new cars in Argentina, attributed to tax changes and market dynamics.

Mar 19 โ€ข 09:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

It's okay to drive more, but mainly newer. Czechs are buying different second-hand cars

Czech consumers are increasingly focused on purchasing newer second-hand vehicles rather than those with higher mileage.

Mar 19 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

10 used cars available for under $15 million in March 2026: one by one, by brand and model

The used car market in Argentina is experiencing a decline in activity, with sales down compared to the previous year as the market prepares for a more competitive 2026.

Mar 19 โ€ข 03:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Tesla sales jumped in the world's largest automotive market

Tesla's sales in China increased significantly for the fourth consecutive month, although this growth is partly due to low comparisons from the previous year.

Mar 18 โ€ข 16:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

BMW for the Next Fifty Years. The 3 Series Becomes the Electric Car Customers Have Been Waiting For

BMW's first model from the Neue Klasse electric series, the i3 sedan, has exceeded market expectations, leading to increased production to meet demand.

Mar 18 โ€ข 10:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

BMW i3: Right in the Heart

The fully electric BMW i3, set to launch this fall from Munich, is part of BMW's expanding 'New Class' lineup amid competitive market challenges.

Mar 18 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much money is needed to own a luxury car in Argentina

The elimination of the internal tax has led to significant price reductions in the luxury car sector in Argentina, with some models seeing decreases of nearly 30%.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

4.1 sec to 100Kmph speed, powerful SUV launched, here is the price

Audi has launched its new premium SUV, the Audi SQ8, in the Indian market, priced at โ‚น1.78 crore.

Mar 18 โ€ข 08:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

The increase in new vehicle registrations is not attributed to a sudden increase in demand but to the increase in product taxes.

New vehicle registrations in Iceland are on the rise, primarily due to increased product taxes rather than an unexpected surge in demand.

Mar 18 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Chinese Companies Face Defeat in Their Own Market, This Company Emerges Victorious

Volkswagen has secured the top position in the Chinese automotive market in early 2026, surpassing local competitors Geely and BYD.

Mar 17 โ€ข 05:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Chinese Haval H9 seeks space in a segment dominated by the Toyota SW4; see tests

The Chinese Haval H9 is gradually gaining traction in Brazil's luxury diesel SUV market, traditionally dominated by the Toyota SW4.

Mar 17 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The new lineup that wants to dominate the SUV segment.

Chinese brands continue to accelerate their growth in the Mexican market, with Changan renewing four key models to strengthen its presence.

Mar 16 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Good news for car buyers: Many car brands have extended their warranties by years

Several car manufacturers are extending their warranty periods in a competitive market to attract buyers.

Mar 16 โ€ข 12:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

VW ID.Cross: With this car, VW competes against itself

The VW ID.Cross is an innovative electric vehicle that not only surpasses the ID.3 in performance but is also offered at a lower price point, potentially impacting Volkswagen's market strategy.

Mar 16 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Volkswagen's Results Crashed: The Cause is Trump

Volkswagen's profits plummeted, largely due to President Trump's tariff wars and a struggling Chinese market, leading to a significant decrease in expected earnings for 2025.

Mar 16 โ€ข 09:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Test Drive of the Market's Most Affordable Electric Toyota โ€“ All-Wheel Drive Only Adds 1360 Euros

The Toyota Urban Cruiser emerges as the manufacturer's most affordable electric vehicle, with a particular focus on its all-wheel-drive variant pricing attractively in Finland.

Mar 16 โ€ข 09:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The head of development at a top brand said that fuel cars have "old" technology

Jรถrg Burzer, head of Development at Mercedes-Benz, criticized combustion engine cars as outdated, highlighting the challenges faced by the European automotive industry in transitioning to electric vehicles amid regulatory changes and market responses.

Mar 16 โ€ข 03:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Norway's success story with electric cars is overshadowed by defects: the first models were brought to market too raw

Norway, a global leader in electric vehicle adoption, is facing unexpected issues with many electric cars having excessive defects.

Mar 15 โ€ข 17:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Renault Espace 2026, the test of the restyling: the perfect 7-seater hybrid for travel

The Renault Espace 2026 offers a significant restyling aimed at adapting to modern market needs while retaining its core identity as a spacious family vehicle.

Mar 15 โ€ข 15:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The automotive company that has not increased prices for five months

Hyundai has maintained its prices without increases for five consecutive months, taking advantage of a favorable market and the elimination of internal taxes in Argentina.

Mar 15 โ€ข 08:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Trump 'under warning': This was the automotive industry's warning before the meeting with Xi Jinping

U.S. automotive industry lobbyists urged President Trump to keep Chinese automakers out of the U.S. market ahead of a critical meeting with Chinaโ€™s Xi Jinping.

Mar 14 โ€ข 21:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Hope for Formula 1: How Audi is fighting against the sales crisis in China

Audi is looking to reverse its declining sales in China by entering the Formula 1 racing series, amidst challenges faced by other major car manufacturers in the region.

Mar 14 โ€ข 13:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A completely new car class is appearing on the market - This is what it is

A new category of vehicles, specifically MPVs, is re-entering the market with a modern twist after being overshadowed by SUVs for decades.

Mar 14 โ€ข 09:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Are you a man? Would you dare to drive this car? IS test drive of the brand new 'women's car'

The article reviews the new Nissan Micra, highlighting its retro design and interior derived from Renault, while discussing its place in the automotive market as a response to the decline of smaller gasoline cars.

Mar 14 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Chinese Car Manufacturers in the Czech Market: Representatives in Every Segment

Chinese automakers are increasingly represented in all segments of the Czech automotive market.

Mar 14 โ€ข 05:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Serious Warning from Mercedes to the EU

Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Kรคllenius warns that the EU's target for 90% electric cars could severely impact the automotive market.

Mar 13 โ€ข 16:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Generation Z wants Chinese cars. Older Americans still don't trust them

A significant percentage of Americans, particularly Generation Z, are open to considering the purchase of Chinese cars, despite ongoing concerns over safety and reliability.

Mar 13 โ€ข 11:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Honda expects its first annual loss in nearly 70 years due to electric cars

Honda anticipates a significant financial downturn in 2023 as it grapples with electric vehicle market challenges, marking its first annual loss in nearly seven decades.

Mar 13 โ€ข 08:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Chinese brands flood Poland. There are already over 20 of them and it's easy to get lost in them

Poland has seen a surge in Chinese automotive brands, with over 20 now established in the market, creating a diverse but confusing landscape for consumers.

Mar 13 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The prices of Chinese cars in Argentina in March 2026

Chinese car models are increasingly gaining market share in Argentina due to commercial openings and a government quota for electric vehicles.

Mar 13 โ€ข 03:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Another car manufacturer confirmed price reductions of up to 15% on its vehicles

Peugeot has announced a reduction of prices by up to 15% on several of its car models in Argentina due to market adjustments following the elimination of a local tax.

Mar 13 โ€ข 03:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The automotive company that plays strong confirms international alliances and sees Argentina as a key actor in the region

Renault unveils its new strategy towards 2030, focusing on expansion and electrification, with Argentina identified as a key market.

Mar 12 โ€ข 21:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Honda cancels production of three electric cars, expects impact of $15.7 billion and unprecedented loss in 69 years

Honda is set to experience its first annual loss in nearly 70 years due to the cancellation of three planned electric car models amid weaker-than-expected demand.

Mar 12 โ€ข 18:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

BMW Group, a positive balance in a market fraught with obstacles: good electrification

The BMW Group reported strong financial results for 2025 amidst a challenging global automotive market, highlighting its commitment to electrification and digital transformation.

Mar 12 โ€ข 17:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

Expert on Electric Cars: In a Few Years, the Prices of Electric Cars Will Match Those of Gasoline Cars

A Slovak electric mobility expert discusses how China's rapid automotive development impacts the electric vehicle market and predicts price parity between electric and gasoline cars.

Mar 12 โ€ข 16:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Honda has a loss of R$ 18.5 billion due to wrong electric vehicle strategy

Honda reported its first annual loss in nearly 70 years due to a reshuffling of its electric vehicle strategy, resulting in a $3.6 billion loss.

Mar 12 โ€ข 14:18 UTC

Story in context

Loading Intelligence...

๐Ÿ“ก

Select a report from the feed to view analysis and related coverage.