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British car manufacturing made further gains in 2023 April, with output increasing for the third month in a row, up 9.9%, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). …

BYD is looking at three Western European countries as possible locations for a car plant, according to various media reports. …

Chrysler-parent Stellantis said on 2023 May 24 it may limit shipments of gasoline-powered vehicles to dealers in states that have adopted California's strict emissions rules. …

California has asked the Biden administration to approve its plan to require all new vehicles sold in the state by 2035 to be either electric or plug-in electric hybrids, a landmark move that could speed the end of gasoline-powered vehic …

As vehicle production recovers in North America carmakers with ambitious plans to recover lead time and rebuild inventory are struggling with capacity constraints across every transport mode. …

Europe’s automotive suppliers are regaining some of their optimism about the future, according to the latest Pulse Check survey conducted by CLEPA and McKinsey in 2023 February. …

This consultation marks another important step for the UK’s efforts to decarbonise road transport. …

Volkswagen has announced officially it has sold its shares in Russia and is leaving the country. The German brand has reached an agreement with Art-Finance LLC, which is supported financially by the local dealer Avilon. …

Renault Korea Motors seeks a bigger presence as its Busan plant aims to become a regional export base for the French auto giant. …

Toyota’s top scientist warned that transitioning to electric vehicles too quickly could lead drivers to hold on to older gasoline vehicles and called for hybrids to be given a longer leash ahead of a Group of Seven leaders summit in Japa …