WASHINGTON, (Reuters) – A group representing major automakers warned late on Thursday that a chip disruption stemming from a dispute between China and the Dutch government could quickly impact U.S. auto production.

Carmakers and their suppliers received notice from chipmaker Nexperia last week that it could no longer guarantee delivery of its chips, said ACEA, the European Union’s auto association, which also said manufacturing could be significantly disrupted. Continue reading “Automaker group warns Nexperia chip supply issue could quickly disrupt US production”

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After Italy, Hero MotoCorp strengthens its European presence through a new distribution partnership with Noria Motos in Spain

MADRID, SPAIN / NEW DELHI, INDIA, Oct 15, 2025 — Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, today announced its official entry into the Republic of Spain in partnership with Noria Motos, part of the ONEX Group and Euro 5+ Models. As the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters for over 24 years serving a customer base of 125 million+ globally, this expansion marks Hero MotoCorp’s entry into its 50th international market, while strengthening its presence in Europe.

Mr. Sanjay Bhan, Executive Vice President, Hero MotoCorp, said, “Hero MotoCorp’s entry into Spain marks a defining milestone in our global expansion journey. Following our foray into Italy, our launch in Spain further strengthens our footprint across Europe – one of the world’s most dynamic two-wheeler markets in the world. With presence now spanning 50 international markets across five continents, we reaffirm our commitment to redefining the future of mobility through next-gen mobility solutions that deliver Limitless Freedom and Limitless Adventure to riders everywhere.” Continue reading “Hero MotoCorp rides into the Spanish Market, Expanding its presence across 50 Countries”

Summary

• Automated Driving Test Tracks (ADTTs) to be set up across 10 cities for Light Motor Vehicles (LMV) and Two-Wheelers (TW) driving license testing
• Tracks equipped with advanced video analytics, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and Harnessing Automobiles for Safety (HAMS) technologies for standardized, technology-driven testing process

Chennai / New Delhi, 14 October 2025: Maruti Suzuki India Limited (“Maruti Suzuki”) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (“MoA”) with the Transport Department, Government of Tamil Nadu to set up 10 Automated Driving Test Tracks (“ADTTs”) across the state. Continue reading “Maruti Suzuki signs Memorandum of Agreement with Transport Department, Government of Tamil Nadu, to automate 21 driving license test tracks under CSR initiative”

(Reuters) – Ford Motor is recalling 59,006 vehicles that are equipped with engine block heaters for fire risks, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Thursday.

The U.S. auto regulator said the engine block heater in certain vehicles may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short-circuit. Continue reading “Ford to recall over 59,000 US vehicles over fire risks, NHTSA says”

Summary

• Investors say offered premium is well below average of similar deals
• Deal likely to strengthen influence of Toyoda family in the group
• Investors seek clarity on conflict of interest for Akio Toyoda versus other shareholders

TOKYO, (Reuters) – Global investors have called on Toyota Motor to provide more disclosure about its planned buyout of group firm Toyota Industries, criticising what they said was “opaque” valuation and a failure to safeguard the interests of minority shareholders.

An August 8 letter – made public on Thursday – from some two dozen asset managers including AllianceBernstein, Neuberger Berman and Schroders, is likely to deepen scrutiny of a deal that promises a landmark unwinding of cross-shareholdings and to strengthen the influence of the founding Toyoda family within the group. Continue reading “Investors call for greater disclosure in Toyota’s buyout of group company”

Summary

• Horse Powertrain makes petrol engines and hybrids
• Aims to be top engine maker by 2035, currently third
• JV between France’s Renault and China’s Geely
• Supported by slower shift to fully electric cars

MUNICH/STOCKHOLM, (Reuters) – When French carmaker Renault and China’s Geely (GEELY.UL) carved out their combustion-engine operations in 2022, the venture looked like a footnote to an outdated technology. Now, Horse Powertrain has a new lease of life.

The joint venture aims to become the world’s top engine maker by 2035, betting that legacy carmakers pivoting to EVs will still need suppliers to make combustion engines for them as the energy transition stutters. Continue reading “Horse power: Renault-Geely engine unit speeds up as EV shift stutters”

(Reuters) – Stellantis is recalling 298,439 vehicles in the U.S. due to a shifter cable defect that could disable the park function and allow the vehicle to roll away, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Wednesday.

The shifter cable may detach from the transmission, preventing the vehicle from shifting into the park position, the NHTSA said. Continue reading “Stellantis to recall over 298,000 US vehicles over rollaway risk”

(Reuters) – Nissan is recalling 173,301 vehicles in the United States due to a potential issue with blown fuel pump fuses that can cause engine stalling, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Wednesday.

The fuel tank temperature sensor harness may have been incorrectly routed, damaging wires and causing a short circuit in the fuel pump fuse, the NHTSA said. Continue reading “Nissan to recall more than 173,000 US vehicles over fuel pump issue”

(Reuters) – Alphabet’s Waymo plans to launch its fully driverless ride-hailing service in London in 2026, the robotaxi firm said on Wednesday, as it looks to expand its footprint to major international cities.

Waymo has grown slowly but steadily over the years in the United States despite tough regulations and expensive technology. Now, it is picking up speed through partnerships with ride-hailing platforms and fleet operators at a time when Tesla is rolling out its long-promised robotaxi service in the country. Continue reading “Waymo to launch autonomous ride-hailing service in London next year”

Summary

• Norway plans to phase out EV tax exemptions by 2027
• Finance Minister Stoltenberg cites achievement of EV sales goal
• Parliamentary negotiations needed for budget’s approval
• Pro-EV lobby group wants staggered phase-out

OSLO, (Reuters) – Norway plans to eliminate its main subsidy for electric vehicles over the next two years, the government said on Wednesday, adding thousands of dollars to the cost of new cars like Tesla’s Model Y, the country’s top-selling automobile. Continue reading “Norway proposes widening EV tax to include mass-market Tesla models”

(Reuters) – Stellantis’ new $13 billion investment plan in the U.S. marks a key step to countering tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump and to reviving the automakers’ sales in its main market, investors and analysts said on Wednesday.

The plan, announced late on Tuesday, would help buffer the group from U.S. tariffs, an impact the French-Italian-American group had estimated in July at about $1.7 billion this year. Continue reading “Stellantis’ $13 billion investment plan in US wins nod from investors, analysts”

OTTAWA, (Reuters) – Canada threatened legal action against automaker Stellantis NV on Wednesday over what Ottawa says is the company’s unacceptable plan to shift production of one model to a U.S. plant.

Stellantis announced a $13 billion investment in the U.S. on Tuesday, a move it said would bring five new models to the market. As part of the plan, production of the Jeep Compass will move to Illinois from a facility in Brampton in the Canadian province of Ontario. Continue reading “Canada threatens Stellantis with legal action over plan to shift output to US”

Source : PTI | Luxury carmaker BMW expects its electric vehicle sales to surge over the next few years, accounting for around 30 per cent of the overall sales before 2030, driven by new products and enhanced adoption of green vehicles in the country, according to company’s President and CEO Hardeep Singh Brar.

The German luxury carmaker’s electric vehicle portfolio in India currently accounts for around 21 per cent of the overall sales. Continue reading “Expect electric model range to account for 30% of overall sales before 2030: BMW India”

Source : PTI | Ola Electric is likely to enter the energy storage market, which is expected to reach over $30 billion by 2030, sources said. Ola Electric chairman and managing director Bhavish Aggarwal has hinted at a major announcement on October 17, suggesting the company’s entry into the segment.

In a tweet, Aggarwal stated that power in India is transitioning “from utility to deep tech – intelligent, portable, and personal”, signalling a potential shift beyond the company’s core electric vehicle business. Industry sources speculate the announcement could involve Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for homes and businesses, leveraging Ola’s existing 4680 Bharat Cell technology from its Tamil Nadu Gigafactory.

Continue reading “Ola Electric likely to foray into BESS mkt”

Source : PTI | Zomato on Tuesday said it has joined a coalition of major food and grocery delivery platforms aimed at advancing the adoption of zero-emission two- and three-wheeler vehicles globally.

The formation of the industry-led alliance, Deliver-E Coalition, which has the backing of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) earlier in the day was announced in Dubai with Delivery Hero, DoorDash, iFood, Mr D, Swiggy, Uber, Wolt as its founding members besides Zomato.

Continue reading “Zomato joins delivery platforms coalition to drive green vehicles adoption”

Source : PTI | Electric two-wheeler manufacturer Enigma Automobiles on Monday said it has secured a credit facility of ₹6.5 crore from State Bank of India (SBI) to boost growth and expansion into tier-1 cities.

The working capital support, structured as a term loan and an LC (line of credit), will provide the company with the financial flexibility to accelerate production and strengthen its expansion strategy, Enigma said.

Continue reading “Enigma Automobiles secures ₹6.5 crore credit facility from SBI”

(Reuters) – Foxconn’s two-year pursuit of a stake in a unit of German auto supplier ZF Group stalled last month due to a substantial mismatch in valuation expectations and a higher-than-estimated debt pile, according to documents seen by Reuters.

The findings from the Taiwanese firm’s due diligence were circulated days before ZF Group said in October that it would abandon its plans to spin off its powertrain technology unit, known as Division E. Continue reading “Exclusive: Foxconn bid for stake in unit of Germany’s ZF Group stalls, documents show”

Summary

• GM’s $1.6 billion charge linked to EV capacity adjustments
• GM may incur further charges due to capacity reassessment
• Automaker expects EV adoption to slow

(Reuters) – General Motors said on Tuesday it would take a $1.6 billion charge in the third quarter as it reshapes its electric vehicle strategy following the scrapping of a key federal incentive that is likely to dampen demand.

GM’s disclosure is one of the clearest indications yet that U.S. automakers are scrambling to adapt their production plans in response to slowing EV demand. Continue reading “GM to take $1.6 billion charge as tax credit blow muddies EV plans”

Summary

• Investment is the largest in the automaker’s history
• 5,000 jobs to be added in Midwest plants
• Belvidere plant reopening to create 3,300 jobs, produce Jeep models

(Reuters) – Stellantis announced a $13 billion investment in the U.S. on Tuesday, a move it said will bring five new models to the market and add 5,000 jobs in plants across the Midwest over the next four years.

The plan, which includes some previously disclosed investments, may help buffer Stellantis from U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs, which the automaker has said would cost it around $1.7 billion this year. Continue reading “Stellantis to invest $13 billion in the United States”

SEOUL, (Reuters) – South Korea’s industry minister said on Monday that the government had expressed concerns over Hyundai announcing multi-billion dollar U.S. investment plans at the same time as Seoul was involved in delicate trade negotiations with Washington.

“We told Hyundai that (its) conduct was deeply regrettable, especially considering that our efforts have been made for the sake of Hyundai and Kia’s industry,” South Korea’s Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan told parliament in response to questions. Continue reading “South Korea says it flagged Hyundai US investment plan concerns”

(Reuters) – Credit rating agency Moody’s Ratings changed European automaker Stellantis’ ratings outlook to negative on Monday, though maintained its current ratings.

In their Monday report, opens new tab, Moody’s analysts outlined the financial risks facing the owner of Chrysler, Fiat, Jeep and other car brands. Continue reading “Moody’s puts Chrysler owner’s credit ratings on negative outlook”

Summary

• Leveraged ETF derivatives fueled Friday selloff
• JPMorgan analysts warn more ETF-related selling may follow
• Leveraged ETFs among hottest new products in 2025

Oct 13 (Reuters) – Large-scale selling of leveraged exchange-traded funds contributed significantly to Friday’s U.S. stock market rout, according to a report published late on Sunday by JPMorgan’s Americas equities derivatives strategy team.

The report estimated that some $26 billion of selling from leveraged ETFs at Friday’s close drove the overall market even lower after threats by U.S. President Donald Trump that he would levy big new tariffs on China triggered an initial selldown. Continue reading “JPMorgan says leveraged ETFs worsened Friday’s Wall St selloff”

BEIJING, (Reuters) – China has officially started collecting special port fees from U.S.-owned, operated, built, or flagged vessels on Tuesday but said Chinese-built ships would be exempted from the levies, according to state broadcaster CCTV.

The details published by CCTV clarify the specific provisions on exemptions, including for ships built by China, empty ships entering Chinese shipyards for repair, and other ships that are deemed exempted from payment. Continue reading “China begins charging port fees for US ships, exempts China-built ones”

(Reuters) – China’s No. 1 automaker BYD considers Spain to be its top candidate for a third car factory to serve the European market, two people briefed on the matter told Reuters, as the company seeks to grow sales on the continent.

A BYD assembly plant, joining two other planned factories in Hungary and Turkey, would be a significant boost for the carmaker that competes with Tesla, and would also bolster Spain’s aim of becoming a major hub for electric vehicle production. Continue reading “Exclusive: Spain the frontrunner for Chinese carmaker BYD’s third European plant, sources say”

Summary

• China’s Sept car sales +6.6% y/y vs +4.9% y/y in Aug
• Dealers, consumers take advantage of trade-in incentives
• BYD domestic market share drops to 14%, vs 18% in Sept 2024
• Geely, Leapmotor, Xpeng and Xiaomi post record sales
• Tesla China sales dip 0.9%, third month of decline

BEIJING, (Reuters) – China’s car sales accelerated in September, the traditional peak season for the auto market, as dealers and consumers took advantage of trade-in subsidies before more local governments suspended the incentives. Continue reading “China’s car sales pick up speed in ‘Golden September’”

Summary

• UK court to decide if diesel vehicles had ‘defeat devices’
• About 1.6 million claimants suing carmakers for compensation
• Manufacturers say claims are ‘fundamentally flawed’
• Key trial comes decade after VW ‘dieselgate’ scandal

LONDON, (Reuters) – Some of the world’s biggest carmakers manipulated diesel emissions tests because they “would rather cheat than comply with the law”, lawyers for over 1.6 million claimants told London’s High Court on Monday, at the start of a huge trial. Continue reading “Carmakers accused in huge UK lawsuits of cheating diesel emissions tests”

New Delhi/Pune, India – 13th October 2025: Tata AutoComp Systems Limited, a leading provider of automotive and mobility component solutions, is set to present its expanded portfolio for the railway sector at the International Railway Equipment Exhibition (IREE) 2025, to be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Underlining its commitment to “Shaping the Future of Railways,” Tata AutoComp will highlight its innovative products, solutions, and strategic partnerships that bring global technologies to India — customized for local requirements and cost structures.

At IREE 2025, Tata AutoComp will showcase its latest offerings for the railway mobility sector, with a special focus on the innovative global propulsion system being introduced in India, along with seating systems, lightweight and sustainable composite components, and HVAC solutions for the Indian railway ecosystem — solutions designed to enhance passenger comfort, reduce maintenance needs and improve energy efficiency. Continue reading “Tata AutoComp to Showcase Innovative Propulsion, HVAC, Seating, and Sustainable Lightweight Rail Solutions at IREE 2025”

(Reuters) – Three workers have died since Hyundai Motor started construction of its $7.6 billion auto plant in Georgia in 2022, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday, citing a review of federal records.

Apart from the deaths, more than a dozen workers have suffered serious injuries, including from falling without wearing harnesses and getting crushed by forklifts, according to the WSJ. Continue reading “Three workers died at Hyundai’s Georgia plant since 2022, before US immigration raid, WSJ reports”

Summary

• Samsung Q3 profit forecast 10.1 trillion won, highest Q3 profit since 2022
• Profit boosted by conventional memory chips backed by server demand
• Memory chip gains to offset weaker HBM sales
• Analysts warn of China’s rare earths curbs, tariff risks despite AI chip deals
• Q3 preliminary results expected on Tuesday, October 14

SEOUL, (Reuters) – Samsung Electronics is expected to post its highest third-quarter profit since 2022, driven by higher memory chip prices supported by server demand as customers rebuild inventories, analysts’ estimates showed. Continue reading “Samsung set for highest Q3 profit in three years as AI demand lifts chip prices”

Summary

• US consumers rushed to buy EVs before $7,500 tax credit expired on September 30
• LGES Q3 operating profit beat market expectations based on preliminary figures
• Company has warned of slowdown in EV demand due to tax credit end, US tariffs

SEOUL, (Reuters) – Battery maker LG Energy Solution (LGES) said on Monday its third-quarter operating profit likely rose 34% as U.S. consumers rushed to buy electric vehicles to take advantage of government incentives that expired on September 30. Continue reading “LG Energy Solution Q3 profit likely up 34% on US EV sales rush”

(Reuters) – Jefferies Financial Group said on Sunday its exposure to bankrupt auto parts maker First Brands Group is limited and any potential losses will be “readily absorbable”.

First Brands, which makes filters, brakes and lighting systems for the automotive industry, filed for bankruptcy protection last month after its lenders began investigating irregularities in the company’s financial reporting. Continue reading “Jefferies sees limited impact from First Brands’ bankruptcy”

Summary

• China’s Sept car sales +6.6% y/y vs +4.9% y/y in Aug
• Dealers, consumers take advantage of trade-in incentives
• BYD domestic market share drops to 14%, vs 18% in Sept 2024
• Geely, Leapmotor, Xpeng and Xiaomi post record sales
• Tesla China sales dip 0.9%, third month of decline

BEIJING, (Reuters) – China’s car sales accelerated in September, the traditional peak season for the auto market, as dealers and consumers took advantage of trade-in subsidies before more local governments suspended the incentives. Continue reading “China’s car sales pick up speed in ‘Golden September’”

Source : PTI | Tata Motors and Maruti Suzuki saw a year-on-year increase in their retail sales market share last month, according to the latest passenger vehicle registration data for September.

Hyundai Motor India and Toyota Kirloskar Motor on the other hand saw a year-on-year dip in their respective market share last month. Continue reading “Tata Motors, Maruti see retail sales market share growth in September”

Summary

• China to impose extra port fees on US ships from October 14
• US to start imposing port fees on Chinese ships on same day
• US-China tensions have risen since September

BEIJING/LOS ANGELES, (Reuters) – China will slap port fees on U.S.-owned, operated, built, or flagged vessels on Tuesday as a countermeasure to U.S. port fees on China-linked ships starting the same day, China’s transport ministry said on Friday.

Later in the day, U.S. President Donald Trump said he was raising tariffs on Chinese exports to the U.S. to 100% and imposing export controls on critical software in a reprisal to export limits by China on rare earth minerals. Continue reading “China hits back on US port fees with retaliatory levies”

Summary

• Q3 global shipments up 13% to 1.3 million units
• North America shipments up 35%
• New V8 Ram 1500 and inventory recovery supported sales
• Shipments in Europe rose 8% led by four new compact models
• Stellantis shares up in Milan in morning trading

MILAN, (Reuters) – Stellantis’ global vehicle shipments rebounded in the third quarter led by new models and North American demand, the carmaker said on Friday, recovering from a slump over the previous six quarters. Continue reading “Stellantis shipments rebound as CEO Filosa’s strategy starts to deliver”

OTTAWA, (Reuters) – The specific deals that Canada is negotiating with the U.S. in key sectors such as steel, aluminum and autos are likely to persist even if the United States-Canada-Mexico trade deal is reviewed next year, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Friday.

Carney told reporters it was unlikely that “one simple trade deal” could resolve all the issues between the two countries. Continue reading “Canada-US sectoral deals likely to persist even if USMCA is revised, Carney says”

SHANGHAI, (Reuters) – Shares of Chinese battery makers plunged on Friday after the country announced that it would control exports of lithium battery parts, a move that tightens its grip on the technology critical for energy storage and electric vehicles.

It had earlier expanded export controls over rare earths as trade tensions with the United States simmer ahead of a possible meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping later this month. Continue reading “Chinese battery shares slide after Beijing imposes export controls over supply chain”