According to Reuters, on September 16, the United Auto Workers (UAW) said it had filed an unfair labor practice charge against Chrysler’s parent company, Stellantis, for violating a labor contract the two sides reached last fall. The UAW said it has filed a lawsuit with the National Labor Relations Board because Stellantis has refused to provide information about future product plans. In addition, several local chapters of the union have also filed contract grievances over Stellantis’ attempts to move Dodge Durango production out of the U.S., the UAW said in a press release. […]
According to wholesale data compiled by Gaikindo, the Indonesian automobile industry association, new car sales in Indonesia fell 14.2% to 76,304 units in August this year from 88,876 units in the same month last year, foreign media reported. In terms of car brands, in August this year, in the Indonesian market, Toyota’s sales fell 13.8 percent year-on-year to 25,989 units, with a market share of 34.1 percent; its subsidiary Daihatsu Motor’s sales declined 20.9 percent year-on-year to 13,829 units, with a market share of 18.1 percent; and Honda’s sales fell 35.8 percent year-on-year to 7,556 units, with […]
With the Mid-Autumn Festival approaching, many families are beginning to plan their holiday travels to reunite with loved ones. To ensure a smooth and safe driving experience during the holiday, car dent repair tools are becoming a focal point for car owners. These tools not only help car owners prepare their vehicles before the festival but also address unexpected minor dents during their journeys. Vehicle Maintenance Before the Mid-Autumn Festival As the Mid-Autumn Festival draws near, car owners are not only planning their holiday trips but also need to perform a thorough check on their vehicles. In particular, if the car’s exterior has minor dents or scratches, […]
On September 12, a spokesman for the European Commission said that the price commitment solutions submitted by the China Chamber of Commerce for Electrical and Mechanical Services (CCCEMS) and all electric vehicle producers in the EU’s countervailing case against electric vehicles have failed to meet the requirements, and that the European Union intends to reject the relevant price commitment applications. In response, China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) said on September 13 that China had noted the European side’s statement. The EC has ignored the sincerity and efforts of the Chinese industry, and without in-depth communication, it has proposed […]
In a significant development in the realm of autonomous driving technology, Uber and Waymo have announced the expansion of their autonomous ridesharing service to Austin, Texas. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in the advancement of smart transportation and offers Austin residents a groundbreaking new travel option. The collaboration between Uber and Waymo stems from a shared vision for the future of mobility. Waymo, a leader in autonomous driving technology under Google’s parent company Alphabet, has achieved notable success through extensive testing in several cities. Uber, with its vast network of ridesharing services and user base, is a crucial partner in this initiative. This expansion not only underscores […]
The European Union’s auto industry lobby has drafted a proposal that says the EU should use emergency regulations to delay the implementation of 2025 emissions targets for automakers by two years, Bloomberg reports. According to estimates made by the proposal’s European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association, the EU’s 2025 emissions targets call for each vehicle to emit about 95 grams of carbon per kilometer, forcing automakers to either stop production of about 2 million vehicles or face fines of up to 13 billion euros ($14.3 billion) for passenger cars and 3 billion euros for vans. According to […]