Honda and Nissan Merger: Will It Create a Giant or Face Stumbling Blocks?Concerns grow over the Honda-Nissan merger, with doubts about synergies, competitiveness, and adapting to the 21st-century auto industry.
Chinese Brands Soar: BYD Tops November Vehicle Registrations, Outpaces VolkswagenBYD leads China's passenger vehicle registrations in November 2024, surpassing Volkswagen, with 11 domestic brands in the top 20.
U.S. Steel Warns of China’s Growing Power If Nippon Steel Deal Falls ThroughU.S. Steel warns that failing to acquire Nippon Steel could weaken the U.S. steel industry against China, impacting jobs and investments.
Genesis GV80 Breaks Sales Record, Solidifying Its Position in South Korea’s Luxury SUV MarketGenesis GV80 sets sales record in South Korea with 36,810 units sold in 2023, boosted by new models and a premium facelift.
Hybrid Cars are 'Road to Hell' for Automakers, Warns Former Aston Martin CEOAndy Palmer warns car makers that focusing on hybrids delays EV transition, risking competitiveness against Chinese automakers.
Disappointing Reception of 'Squid Game 2' Sends Stocks PlungingAfter the release of 'Squid Game 2', related stocks plummeted due to mixed reviews and disappointing performance from key actors.
Turkish Airlines Now the World’s Largest Airline by Country Reach, According to GuinnessTurkish Airlines has been recognized by Guinness World Records for flying to the most countries, achieving 120 destinations in the last year.
Tesla Sales in South Korea Skyrocket, Expected to Top 100,000 by 2025Tesla's sales in South Korea are surging, with expectations to exceed 100,000 units by mid-2025, despite increasing competition from BYD.
China’s Semiconductor Industry Under U.S. Investigation with Heavy Sanctions ExpectedThe U.S. launches an investigation into China's semiconductor market practices, focusing on general-purpose chips' impact.
Honda and Nissan to Create World’s 3rd Largest Auto Group—What It Means for the Global MarketHonda and Nissan are discussing a merger to form a new holding company, aiming to enhance competitiveness amid industry transformation.
Toyota to Build First Fully-Owned EV Plant in Shanghai by 2027Toyota plans to build its first wholly-owned EV plant in China, focusing on Lexus production to enhance competitiveness by 2027.
Russia’s New Electric SUV: The Kama Atom—A Bold Step Forward with Chinese TechThe Kama Atom, a new Russian electric SUV, aims to revive the auto industry by integrating Chinese technology and design influences.
Diesel Vehicles Lose Ground in Europe – Will 2025 Be the Final Blow?European diesel vehicle sales decline continues, with market share dropping to 13.1% amid rising battery-electric vehicle sales.
Honda and Nissan Eye Historic Merger as Automakers Look to Dominate the IndustryHonda and Nissan are set to discuss a merger, aiming for a global auto group with over 8 million annual sales.
Nissan Struggles, Honda Steps In: How Their Potential Merger Could Revitalize Both BrandsHonda and Nissan are in merger talks to form a unified holding company, potentially reshaping the global automotive landscape.
Can China's NIO Break Into Europe’s Market? ET9 and Firefly Face Major Tariff ChallengesNIO launches the ET9 sedan and Firefly brand in Europe, facing EU tariffs but aiming to capture both budget and premium markets.
'Moana 2' Breaks 3 Million Viewers in South Korea, Surpassing Its Predecessor’s SuccessDisney's Moana 2 surpasses 3 million viewers in South Korea, continuing the trend of successful animated films in 2024.
China’s Steel Industry Faces Tough Times: Demand Expected to Drop 1.5% in 2025China's steel demand is set to decline by 1.5% in 2024 due to a sluggish real estate market and slowing manufacturing growth.
Volkswagen Cuts Manager Salaries by 10% Amid Job Reductions and Production CutsVolkswagen is cutting manager salaries by 10% and reducing jobs by over 35,000 to address production capacity and avoid strikes.
U.S. Cracks Down on NVIDIA’s China Exports as Smuggling Ring Evades DetectionThe U.S. Department of Commerce has reportedly asked NVIDIA to investigate the distribution of its products to China over the past year.
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