Tesla’s European Sales Drop in January After Elon Musk Disrupts Politics
The U.S. electric car company’s sales are sliding across Europe, amid what many see as interference in local affairs by Tesla’s chief executive, Elon Musk.
Why Mergers of Carmakers Like Honda and Nissan Often Falter
The Japanese companies are considering joining forces to survive in a rapidly changing auto industry, but auto history is filled with troubled and failed marriages.
Ford to Cut 4,000 Jobs in Europe as Electric Vehicle Sales Slow
The American automaker said the cost-cutting measure would help it compete with Chinese rivals in the face of slowing demand for electric vehicles.
Volkswagen and Rivian Form Joint Venture, Deepening Alliance
The new agreement builds on an earlier announcement in which the German automaker said it would invest up to $5 billion in Rivian, a maker of electric vehicles. The new venture brings them closer.
Volkswagen’s Woes Reflect a Stagnant German Economy
Germany’s largest automaker rode a wave of strong sales for years, but lagging demand and pressure from China are forcing it to consider layoffs.
Volkswagen’s Woes Reflect a Stagnant German Economy
Germany’s largest automaker rode a wave of strong sales for years, but lagging demand and pressure from China are forcing it to consider layoffs.
Tesla Sales Increase, Suggesting Electric Car Demand Is Rebounding
The automaker reported a gain of 6.4 percent for the latest quarter, its first such increase this year.
Volkswagen Considers Closing Plants in Germany
For the first time in its 87-year history, the automaker is considering shuttering factories in Germany, citing the need to remain competitive.
Europe Tells China’s Carmakers: Get Ready to Pay Tariffs
The European Union took the next step toward collecting heavy tariffs on electric vehicles, ahead of a final decision in October.
Volkswagen Will Invest Up to $5 Billion in EV Maker Rivian
VW and Rivian, a maker of electric trucks that has struggled to increase sales and break even, will work together on software and other technologies.
Germany Hopes to Head Off a Trade War With China
As the European Union moves to impose tariffs on Chinese cars, Germany, with an auto industry deeply enmeshed with China, is stuck in the middle.
How China Pulled So Far Ahead on Industrial Policy
The United States and Europe are trying to catch up to a rival skilled in using all the levers of government and banking to dominate global manufacturing.
U.S. Seeks to Join Forces With Europe to Combat Excess Chinese Goods
Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen warned that China’s industrial strategy posed a global threat that requires a united response.
Las exportaciones de China se disparan. Vienen repercusiones mundiales
La economía china se beneficia del aumento de las ventas de productos manufacturados al exterior, que crea empleos. Pero el impacto podría sentirse en las fuerzas laborales de Europa y Asia.
China’s Exports Surge Are Drawing a Global Backlash
Increasing overseas sales of manufactured goods are helping China’s economy and creating employment, but countries from Europe to South Asia may lose jobs.
Let Tesla Expand? Three German Teens Have a Few Thoughts.
The U.S. automaker’s plan to enlarge its operations outside Berlin has divided local residents. Some worry about the environmental costs; others see job prospects.
Why Volkswagen Is Hiring 3,000 Engineers in China
Volkswagen is shifting more operations to China, tapping the country’s electric vehicle capacity and building factories.
Chinese Cars Star at Munich Auto Show, Underscoring German Economic Woes
China, an electric-vehicle juggernaut, will have at least seven brands on display, while Germany’s automakers are now a drag on their home economy.
Tesla Wants to Double Size of Its German Factory
The electric automaker wants to produce a million cars a year at its plant near Berlin, a step that would make it Europe’s largest car factory.
Tesla Wants to Double Size of Its German Factory
The electric automaker wants to produce a million cars a year at its plant near Berlin, a step that would make it Europe’s largest car factory.