China’s lead in AI-defined vehicles forces Europe to choose a strategic direction China’s lead in AI-defined vehicles reshapes autos. European makers must set a clear AIDV strategy to protect safety, …
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Mercedes and BMW announce new era as German premium automakers claim technological catch-up
by Helga Moritzby Helga MoritzGerman premium automakers say they have closed the EV battery gap Mercedes and BMW executives say German premium automakers have narrowed the electric-vehicle battery lead held by rivals, calling the …
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German premium automakers announce battery gap closed as CEOs hail new era
by Helga Moritzby Helga MoritzGerman Premium Automakers Declare ‘New Era’ as Mercedes and BMW Push EV Drive Mercedes and BMW chiefs declare a new era as German premium automakers accelerate electric vehicles with heavy …
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EU Commission backs rule changes to favor French automakers over German rivals
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerEU emissions rules under scrutiny as Brussels debates small-car advantages Brussels is considering changes to EU emissions rules that could create a new small-car category and ease targets for French …
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German automakers face 23% Q1 operating profit plunge as China sales tumble
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerGerman automakers profit slump deepens as Q1 revenues and operating profit slide, EY says EY analysis: German automakers’ Q1 profit slump deepens as revenue declines, China sales drop and electrification …
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German automakers post Q1 revenue drop while US and Japanese rivals rise
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerGerman automakers suffer 4.3% Q1 revenue drop as US and Japanese rivals gain ground, EY analysis shows EY analysis: German automakers recorded a 4.3% revenue decline in Q1 2026 while …
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Chinese automakers face steep profit declines as exports and currency squeeze margins
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerChinese automakers profit slump deepens as BYD, Changan and Geely report steep Q1 declines Chinese automakers profit slump deepens as margins drop below 3%, with BYD, Geely and Changan reporting …
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Auto Beijing 2026 reveals China’s e-mobility rise as German automakers adapt
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerAuto Beijing 2026: China Puts EV Revolution on Display as Global Makers, Including German Brands, Shift Strategy Auto Beijing 2026 enshrined China’s EV push at the National Museum, as German …
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Chinese automakers dominate global market as Xiaomi poaches BMW and Audi executives
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerChinese automakers seize spotlight as BYD, Geely and Xiaomi escalate global push Chinese automakers dominated China’s auto show, unveiling 180+ models as BYD, Geely and Xiaomi push aggressive export plans …
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German industry faces crisis ahead of Hannover Messe as automakers cut jobs
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerGerman industry at a crossroads as Hannover Messe opens amid rising costs and global competition Germany’s industry faces mounting pressure from supply shocks, soaring input prices and intensified Asian competition …