Earlier on October 1, local time, tens of thousands of workers at more than 30 terminals on the U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast went on strike. According to Automotive News, the strike could have a significant impact on the automotive supply chain. In the 12 months ending June 30, 2024, the ports affected by the strike handled $37.8 billion worth of automotive imports, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence (S&P Global Market Intelligence). Bill Long, CEO of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA), noted that this figure does not include auto parts, and if the strike continues, shortages could lead […]
According to foreign media reports, the United Auto Workers (UAW) said on September 25 that union members representing Ford’s tool and die department at River Rouge Complex had reached a preliminary agreement with the company, one day ahead of the strike deadline. According to a union member, Ford’s Rouge Complex in Dearborn, Michigan, has about 6,000 employees, including more than 500 workers in the tool and die department. The union said that union members will review the details of the preliminary agreement and hold a vote in the next few days to determine whether to approve the agreement. The union added: “If the agreement is approved, it will […]
September 26, 2024-ChargePoint has announced the installation of 248 fast charging stations along California highways to meet the growing demand for electric vehicles. The new charging stations will be strategically placed along major travel routes, making it easier for long-distance EV drivers to find charging facilities. This initiative not only enhances the convenience and accessibility of the charging network but also supports California’s green energy goals by helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. ChargePoint stated that this investment will lay a solid foundation for the development of sustainable transportation.
September 25, 2024 – According to the latest data from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI), new car sales in the country increased by 7% year-on-year in August 2024, reflecting a rebound in consumer confidence and a recovery in the automotive market. The figures show that new car sales totaled approximately 35,000 units in August, up from 33,000 units in the same month last year. This growth is largely attributed to the gradual economic recovery, stable auto loan interest rates, and government-supported infrastructure projects. Major players in the Philippine automotive market, such as Toyota, Honda, and Mitsubishi, continue to dominate, with Toyota accounting for […]
Vehicle registration data released by the Norwegian Road Federation (OFV) shows that Norway is the first country in the world to have more electric cars than gasoline cars. OFV said that as of now, 26.3% of the 2.8 million passenger cars registered in Norway are pure electric vehicles, slightly higher than the share of gasoline cars (26.2%). Diesel cars are still the most common type, accounting for 35% of all car registrations in Norway. By 2030, the number of passenger cars in Norway may increase to 3.1 million. “The electrification of the passenger car fleet is developing rapidly, and Norway is quickly becoming the first country in the […]
September 23, 2024, Madrid-According to Automotive News Europe, Volkswagen Group has ceased production of the Polo small car at its Pamplona plant in Spain and plans to shift to producing affordable pure electric small SUVs. While the Pamplona plant will stop making the Polo, Volkswagen will continue selling the model produced at its Kariega plant in South Africa. Since starting production in 1984, the Pamplona plant has manufactured a total of 8.4 million Polo vehicles. According to Volkswagen’s plans, the factory will launch two new electric SUVs in 2026: the ID.2all SUV from the Volkswagen brand and the Epiq from the Skoda brand, with an expected starting price of […]