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Former Nissan and Mercedes Plant in Mexico May Be Sold to Chinese Automakers: What We Know

Former Nissan and Mercedes Plant in Mexico May Be Sold to Chinese Automakers: What We Know

The COMPAS facility in Mexico, officially set to close in May 2026, could be acquired by Chinese manufacturers. Here’s what we know about the potential deal.

Rivian Gears Up for R2 Rollout as Early Testing Reveals Average Charging Speeds

Rivian Gears Up for R2 Rollout as Early Testing Reveals Average Charging Speeds

Rivian is nearing the start of deliveries for its highly anticipated R2 electric crossover.

Toyota Boosts Vehicle Sales to 7.3 Million, but Profit Falls 26% on Higher Costs and Currency Swings

Toyota Boosts Vehicle Sales to 7.3 Million, but Profit Falls 26% on Higher Costs and Currency Swings

Toyota Motor has released its consolidated IFRS results for the first nine months of fiscal year 2026 (April 1 to December 31, 2025).

Geely Cars May Move to Ford Plants in Exchange for Advanced Chinese Technologies

Geely Cars May Move to Ford Plants in Exchange for Advanced Chinese Technologies

Auto giants Ford and Geely are in talks over a potential partnership.

Toyota Partner Begins Construction of Solid-State Battery Plant: Electrolyte Promises 620 Miles of Range and 10-Minute Charging

Toyota Partner Begins Construction of Solid-State Battery Plant: Electrolyte Promises 620 Miles of Range and 10-Minute Charging

For many years, Japan’s Toyota has promised to bring solid-state battery electric vehicles to market, and now that long-running story is starting to take on real shape.

Volkswagen Confirms New Tiguan Launch in March — Seven-Seat Version Dropped

Volkswagen Confirms New Tiguan Launch in March — Seven-Seat Version Dropped

The model will no longer have major regional differences and will become a single global product.

Stellantis Plans to Strengthen Dealer Partnerships to Boost Sales and Market Growth

Stellantis Plans to Strengthen Dealer Partnerships to Boost Sales and Market Growth

The move comes amid efforts to restore sales volumes and market share following a dip in North American sales.

“Let Them Come”: Trump Signals Openness to Chinese Automakers Leaving Russia for the U.S.

“Let Them Come”: Trump Signals Openness to Chinese Automakers Leaving Russia for the U.S.

Trump says the U.S. is ready to welcome Chinese carmakers—under strict conditions

Alfa Romeo and Maserati Put on Hold: Italian Brands Teeter on the Edge

Alfa Romeo and Maserati Put on Hold: Italian Brands Teeter on the Edge

Stellantis has idled its Cassino plant and delayed new Alfa Romeo and Maserati models as weak demand and shifting EV plans force a rethink.

Taking Stock and Looking Ahead: What Awaits the Auto Industry in 2026—Our View and Predictions

Taking Stock and Looking Ahead: What Awaits the Auto Industry in 2026—Our View and Predictions

The future is at the doorstep. Here’s what could surprise drivers in the years ahead.

Ford Escape and Lincoln Corsair to Be Discontinued in the U.S. as Ford Makes Room for New EVs

Ford Escape and Lincoln Corsair to Be Discontinued in the U.S. as Ford Makes Room for New EVs

Ford has decided to phase out its most affordable gasoline-powered models in the United States.

Dodge Charger and Chrysler Pacifica Push Stellantis to a Key Move—No Jobs Left Behind

Dodge Charger and Chrysler Pacifica Push Stellantis to a Key Move—No Jobs Left Behind

Stellantis adds a third shift at its Canadian assembly plant.

Sad News: Ford Suddenly Halts Production of the F-150 Lightning

Sad News: Ford Suddenly Halts Production of the F-150 Lightning

The move comes amid falling demand and changes in government incentives.

Ford adjusts EV strategy amid softer demand and shifting political landscape

Ford adjusts EV strategy amid softer demand and shifting political landscape

Ford is pivoting away from its once-ambitious electric vehicle plans amid financial losses in favour of investment in gasoline engines and hybrid EVs.

Honda Halts Vehicle Production as Chip Shortages Hit Power Windows and Steering Systems

Honda Halts Vehicle Production as Chip Shortages Hit Power Windows and Steering Systems

Fallout from the seizure of Nexperia from its Chinese owner, Wingtech.