Tag: Automotive

Ferrari says it will raise prices by 10% on some models to offset auto tariffs

Ferrari said Thursday it will raise prices by 10% on certain models after April 1 in response to new U.S. auto tariffs, adding up to $50,000 to the price of a typical Ferrari.

Alibaba joins forces with BMW to work on AI tech for cars in China

The partnership demonstrates Alibaba’s increased focus on AI, while BMW is also seeking to develop competitive products for the Chinese market.

Morning Bid: U.S. Auto tariffs jump the gun

Donald Trump’s 25% auto tariff announcement late on Wednesday ripped across world stock markets overnight, but Wall Street futures held the line ahead of today’s bell as investors questioned just how much more tariff pain is coming next week.

Volkswagen Group cooperates with Valeo and Mobileye to enhance driver assistance in future MQB vehicles

Volkswagen Group is working with Valeo and Mobileye to upgrade the advanced driver assistance systems up to Level 2+ (“enhanced partially automated driving”) in its upcoming vehicle portfolio based on the MQB platform.

South Korea’s Hyundai to announce $20 billion U.S. investment

South Korean conglomerate Hyundai will announce a $20 billion investment in U.S. onshoring that includes a $5 billion steel plant in Louisiana, according to people familiar with the plans.

NIO’s Net Loss Widens, Revenue Misses Expectations

NIO’s fourth-quarter net loss unexpectedly widened as higher costs outpaced sales growth after the carmaker launched two subbrands last year amid intensifying competition in China’s electric-vehicle market.

Audi to cut 7,500 jobs as Germany’s auto industry struggles

Volkswagen’s Audi luxury brand has announced it will cut thousands of jobs over the next few years, in the latest sign of trouble in Germany’s auto sector.

Stellantis invests $41 million in Italy to make EV engine parts

Automaker Stellantis is investing 38 million euros ($41 million) in its Verrone plant in Northern Italy to manufacture parts for electric engines for its upcoming small-size models, it said on Monday.

BMW to integrate Huawei smart-connect system into its China-made cars in 2026

BMW Group will integrate Huawei HiCar, the Chinese tech conglomerate’s car mobile app connecting devices with vehicles, into its locally produced new models in 2026, the German automaker said on Monday.

BMW profits take big hit, down 37% in 2024

German luxury carmaker BMW posted a steep drop in profit last year due to weakening sales in China and technical problems with braking systems.

Stellantis to supply Italy’s Iveco with two EV vans for Europe

Stellantis and Iveco said on Friday they have agreed for the automaker to supply the Italian truckmaker two fully-electric (EV) van models, helping Iveco further expand its EV van range in Europe.

Li Auto Squeezed by Price War as Profit Drops Despite Record Revenue

Chinese plug-in hybrid specialist Li Auto reported lower net profit for the fourth quarter despite record revenue as a brutal price war hurt its bottom line.

Porsche Plans 3,900 Job Cuts in Efficiency Drive

Porsche AG plans to cut thousands of jobs over the coming years as part of a plan to become more efficient as it warned that investments and costs of reshaping the company will hit earnings this year.

Autohellas: Ιστορικό ρεκόρ κερδών το 2024 – Προτεινόμενο μέρισμα 0,85 ευρώ ανά μετοχή

Αύξηση 5% κατέγραψαν τα κέρδη μετά φόρων της Autohellas το 2024 σε ετήσια βάση και διαμορφώθηκαν στα 89,5 εκατ. ευρώ, καταγράφοντας νέο ιστορικό υψηλό για 4η συνεχόμενη χρονιά, σύμφωνα με τη σχετική ανακοίνωση.

Struggling Nissan names new CEO

Nissan said Tuesday that Ivan Espinosa, its chief planning officer, would take the helm from April 1, ending weeks of speculation over who will succeed Makoto Uchida as leader of the troubled Japanese carmaker.

Volkswagen shares rise on outlook despite 2024 profit declining

Volkswagen AG concluded 2024 with lower operating results but slightly increased sales revenue. The carmaker presented its plans to navigate the challenges coming from the US and China, but they haven’t factored in tariffs for 2025.

Ford to inject up to $4.8 billion into cash-strapped German business

Ford will inject up to 4.4 billion euros ($4.76 billion) into its struggling German operations as it tries to revive its European business, the U.S. carmaker said on Monday.

Volkswagen to recall over 177,000 SUVs over loose engine cover, NHTSA says

Volkswagen will recall 177,493 crossover SUVs in the United States over concerns related to a loose engine cover, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Friday.

Trump temporarily suspends tariffs on Mexico and Canada’s carmakers

US President Donald Trump is exempting the automakers from 25% tariffs for one month after negotiating with major industrial leaders. Auto stocks rose following the news.

Self-driving technology startup Avride partners with Hyundai to expand robotaxi fleet

Avride has partnered with Hyundai Motor Co to expand its fleet of robotaxis, and signed a deal with the South Korean automaker to jointly develop and operate self-driving vehicles, the companies said on Wednesday.