Keywords: Automotive


Audi moves forward with US launch of flagship suv despite tariff uncertainty

German automaker Audi is moving forward with plans to launch its flagship SUV, the Q9, in the United States market this summer. The decision comes despite uncertainty surrounding potential increases in tariffs on European automotive imports. Tariff concerns Loom The possible rise in tariffs—reportedly......

Exide Industries reports strong quarterly profit growth on rising auto demand

Indian battery manufacturer Exide Industries Ltd reported a significant increase in its quarterly performance, supported by strong demand from the automotive sector and favorable tax policies. The company benefited from sustained growth in vehicle sales across multiple segments, including two-wheelers,......

German carmakers hit by new US tariff increase

Shares of major German car manufacturers dropped following the announcement by Donald Trump of a new increase in import tariffs on foreign vehicles. The measure raises duties from 15% to 25%, putting renewed pressure on an already fragile sector. Companies such as Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Bayerische......

Trump Auto tariff hike could cost Germany nearly $18 billion in output, institute says

A proposed increase in U.S. tariffs on imported European vehicles could significantly impact Germany’s economy, according to recent estimates by a leading economic institute. The measure, which targets cars and trucks from the European Union, is expected to weigh heavily on Europe’s largest......

Volkswagen expects limited benefit from possible U.S. tariff refunds, CFO says

Volkswagen AG is expected to see only limited financial relief even if it succeeds in securing refunds on U.S. import tariffs, according to the company’s chief financial officer. Speaking on Thursday, CFO Arno Antlitz said that any potential reimbursement linked to tariffs imposed by the United......

Mercedes inks deal with BNP to sell leasing business

Mercedes-Benz has finalized an agreement to sell its leasing subsidiary Athlon to French banking group BNP Paribas, marking a strategic move to streamline its financial operations and strengthen liquidity. The German automotive manufacturer confirmed that the transaction was signed in April and is expected......

General Motors reports 22% rise in core profit driven by strong US truck sales

General Motors reported a strong increase in its first-quarter performance, with core profit rising by 22% year-on-year, supported by solid demand in the US truck market and improved profit margins in North America. The Detroit-based automaker posted earnings before interest and taxes of $4.3 billion,......

Ford Mustang GTD Competition sets new Nürburgring lap record

Ford has announced a new performance milestone with its Ford Mustang GTD Competition, which recorded a lap time of 6 minutes 40.835 seconds on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. The result improves on the previous benchmark set by the Mustang GTD and reinforces the brand’s position among top-performing......

Forvia to sell its interiors business to Apollo funds for $2.1 billion

French automotive supplier Forvia announced on Monday that it has agreed to sell its car interiors division to funds managed by Apollo Global Management for approximately 1.82 billion euros (around $2.1 billion). The transaction is part of Forvia’s broader strategy to streamline its operations......