As the global automotive repair sector faces a severe talent gap in 2026, industry giants are launching “Apprenticeship 2.0” programs to transition traditional mechanics into “Automotive Systems Engineers.” According to the latest data from the Automotive Service Association (ASA), the global shortage of technicians capable of servicing New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) and smart cockpits has […]
The European automotive supply industry is issuing urgent warnings that a growing number of suppliers are facing bankruptcy risks. This crisis is driven by a “perfect storm” of surging energy costs, the intense financial pressure of the EV transition, and escalating global competition. (reuters.com) Details Profitability Crisis: According to a Spring 2026 CLEPA (European Association […]
A Tesla prorrogou o prazo para a resolução de um litígio relativo a um contrato de fornecimento de grafite com a empresa mineira australiana Syrah Resources, com o objetivo de garantir um fornecimento estável de matéria-prima para as baterias dos veículos eléctricos. Detalhes A grafite é um material essencial para os ânodos das baterias dos veículos eléctricos. As duas partes tinham anteriormente entrado em litígio sobre questões de execução do contrato. A prorrogação [...]
Increasing global fuel prices are beginning to influence consumer vehicle purchasing decisions, with more buyers considering fuel-efficient and hybrid models as operating costs rise. 📊 Details The average gasoline price in the United States has reached around $3.48 per gallon, representing an increase of more than 15%. Car dealerships are increasingly recommending smaller vehicles and […]
Industry representatives called for an accelerated legislative process to regulate Level 4 autonomous driving. Emphasis was placed on clearly defining the framework for sharing responsibility between autonomous and human-driven vehicles. Policy recommendations were also made regarding overseas expansion, connected vehicle upgrades, and digital ecosystem development. 📈 Impact Analysis 🚘 Balanced R&D and Regulation – The […]
A União Europeia planeia introduzir políticas industriais que apoiem a produção automóvel local. Os fabricantes de automóveis que operam na Europa podem ser incentivados - ou potencialmente obrigados - a adquirir uma maior percentagem de componentes a fornecedores estabelecidos na UE. Esta política tem como objetivo melhorar a resiliência da cadeia de abastecimento e reduzir a dependência de fornecedores globais fora da Europa. 📈 Análise de impacto 🏭 Remodelação do mercado europeu [...]