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Ford Expands European Presence with New Models and Smart Technology

Ford Expands European Presence with New Models and Smart Technology

Ford Expands European Presence with New Models and Smart Technology

Ford Unveils New Models and Tech to Boost European Market Presence

Ford Unveils New Models and Tech to Boost European Market Presence

Ford Unveils New Models and Tech to Boost European Market Presence

Ford to launch seven European models by 2029 as it seeks to fend off Chinese rivals

Ford to launch seven European models by 2029 as it seeks to fend off Chinese rivals

By Nick Carey LONDON, May 18 (Reuters) - Ford will launch seven new models in Europe by 2029, it said on Monday, as it seeks to revive its flagging passenger car sales, fight off fierce competition from Chinese rivals and maintain an edge in the continent's commercial vehicle market.

BYD unveils upgraded flagship Denza SUV to bolster premium market push

BYD unveils upgraded flagship Denza SUV to bolster premium market push

Guangzhou, May 18 (Reuters) - BYD on Monday launched an upgraded version of its flagship SUV under the Denza brand at a 5% higher starting price as China's largest electric vehicle maker shifts away from its low-cost image and enhances profitability.

Traton SE Prepares for AGM Amid Focus on Truck Demand and Dividend Prospects

Traton SE Prepares for AGM Amid Focus on Truck Demand and Dividend Prospects

Traton SE Prepares for AGM Amid Focus on Truck Demand and Dividend Prospects

Ford Secures First Customer for New Energy Business, Signaling Strategic Shift

Ford Secures First Customer for New Energy Business, Signaling Strategic Shift

Ford Secures First Customer for New Energy Business, Signaling Strategic Shift

French Government Pressures Renault and Stellantis to Prioritize Local Parts Sourcing Amid Chinese Reliance

French Government Pressures Renault and Stellantis to Prioritize Local Parts Sourcing Amid Chinese Reliance

French Government Pressures Renault and Stellantis to Prioritize Local Parts Sourcing Amid Chinese Reliance

Volkswagen flags Chinese competition in Brazil, sees limited Iran impact

Volkswagen flags Chinese competition in Brazil, sees limited Iran impact

By Rodrigo Viga Gaier RIO DE JANEIRO, May 18 (Reuters) - Volkswagen is concerned about declining resale values of its vehicles as lower-priced Chinese competitors expand in the Brazilian market, the company's head in Brazil, Ciro Possobom, told Reuters on Monday.

Mercedes-Benz Considers Entry into Defense Production Amid Rising European Military Spending

Mercedes-Benz Considers Entry into Defense Production Amid Rising European Military Spending

Mercedes-Benz Considers Entry into Defense Production Amid Rising European Military Spending

Germany Seeks Madagascar Graphite to Diversify Battery Supply Chain

Germany Seeks Madagascar Graphite to Diversify Battery Supply Chain

Germany is exploring Madagascar's graphite industry as part of a broader effort to reduce reliance on China for critical minerals used in electric vehicle batteries. German geoscientists recently visited the Molo graphite mine, operated by Canadian company NextSource Materials, to assess its potential as a reliable source of natural graphite. This move is part of a wider strategy by European countries to secure alternative supplies of battery minerals amid geopolitical tensions. The European Union classifies graphite as a critical raw material, and Germany is actively seeking to diversify its supply chain to support its automotive industry.

Mercedes-Benz Prioritizes Technology Over Design in New Model Enhancements

Mercedes-Benz Prioritizes Technology Over Design in New Model Enhancements

Mercedes-Benz Prioritizes Technology Over Design in New Model Enhancements

Germany Seeks Madagascar Graphite to Reduce Dependence on China for Battery Supply

Germany Seeks Madagascar Graphite to Reduce Dependence on China for Battery Supply

Germany is actively exploring Madagascar's graphite industry as part of a broader effort to reduce Europe's reliance on China for critical minerals used in electric vehicle batteries and clean energy technologies. German government geoscientists recently visited the Molo graphite mine in Madagascar, operated by Canadian mining company NextSource Materials, to assess the potential of the site as a reliable source of natural graphite and anode materials. This initiative is part of a larger strategy by Western governments to diversify supply chains amid geopolitical tensions. The study, supported by Madagascar's Ministry of Mines, aims to determine if Madagascar can meet the industrial needs of Germany and the broader European battery market.