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Francois Roudier

July 20, 2026

Trump’s temporary global tariff ends soon. Here’s what the auto industry should know about its replacement
Trump’s temporary 10% global tariff expires July 24, but auto duties remain. Replacement tariffs of 10%–12.5% could hit many components, while U.S.-Mexico talks on USMCA rules and regional tariffs may reshape North American sourcing costs and competitiveness.
https://www.autonews.com/manufacturing/an-trump-global-tariffs-section-301-0717/

 

Ford Commits $499 Million to Canada Engine Plant, Defends Trade Deal
Ford and Unifor approved a three-year Canadian labor agreement with wage increases, bonuses and major investments. Ford will invest $499 million in its Windsor engine plant, while CEO Jim Farley urged USMCA renewal to preserve North American competitiveness.
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-07-19/ford-commits-499-million-to-canada-engine-plant-defends-trade-deal?srnd=phx-industries-transportation

 

Chinese Trucks Pose New Peril in Mexico’s US Tariff Relief Bid
Surging Chinese heavy-truck imports are complicating Mexico’s request for U.S. tariff relief. Mexican manufacturers want recognition of integrated North American production and higher domestic duties on Chinese vehicles, as local truck output and exports decline.
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-07-18/chinese-trucks-pose-new-peril-in-mexico-s-us-tariff-relief-bid?srnd=phx-industries-transportation

 

Why Xpeng is betting on humanoid robots, robotaxis and flying cars
Xpeng aims to become a “physical AI” company spanning robotaxis, humanoid robots and flying cars. It will supply autonomous-driving technology through partners, begin limited robot production and expand European manufacturing as regulation and market conditions permit.
https://www.autonews.com/xpeng/ane-xpeng-robots-flying-cars-ceo-0719/

 

Opel Announces Vehicle and Engine Plant in Algeria
Opel and AGM Holding are exploring full vehicle and engine production in Algeria. The proposed local-for-local facility would include bodywork, painting, assembly and engines, expanding Stellantis’ North African footprint, although investment, capacity and timing remain undecided.
https://www.automobilwoche.de/autohersteller/stellantis/opel/amw-opel-kuendigt-fahrzeug-und-motorenwerk-in-algerien-an/

 

Francois Roudier

July 17, 2026

Automotive brands, with 3,197 million, have reached a record level of investment in Spain since records began
Spain’s automakers invested a record €3.2 billion in 2025 despite profits falling 56%. Revenue and domestic sales rose, but production, employment and the trade surplus declined, prompting ANFAC to seek competitiveness-focused EU decarbonization rules.
https://www.latribunadeautomocion.es/2026/07/las-marcas-con-3-197-millones-alcanzan-un-record-de-inversion-en-espana-desde-que-hay-registros/

 

Volvo Receives Up to 119 million Euros in Aid to Boost the Competitiveness of Its Ghent Plant
Volvo’s Ghent plant could receive up to €119 million in Belgian and Flemish support for investment, innovation and decarbonization. The program aims to preserve jobs, strengthen EV production and potentially accommodate other Geely Group brands.
https://www.autoactu.com/actualites/volvo-obtient-jusqu-a-119-millions-d-euros-d-aides-pour-renforcer-la-competitivite-de-son-usine-de-gand

 

Toyota Tsusho ships auto parts to Mexico and Canada, cutting out US tariff
Toyota Tsusho is shipping Japanese auto parts directly to Canada and Mexico, bypassing U.S. routes and tariffs. The consolidated service could cut logistics costs by 24% and 61%, respectively, while supporting smaller suppliers.
https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/supply-chain/toyota-tsusho-ships-auto-parts-to-mexico-and-canada-cutting-out-us-tariff

 

India’s New draft CAFE III norms reward E20 and biofuel vehicles with emission benefits
India’s draft CAFE III rules offer emissions benefits for ethanol, biofuels, hybrids and EVs while relaxing fleet targets. Automakers can use super-credits, pool or trade credits, although the regulator’s proposed role in selling them remains controversial.
https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/india-introduces-cafe-iii-norms-incentives-for-e20-and-biofuel-vehicles/132437818?utm_source=top_story&utm_medium=homepage

 

China’s ‘insane’ car market flooded with hundreds of new models
China introduced around 650 new or updated vehicles in six months as automakers compress development cycles and compete like smartphone brands. The pace encourages innovation but raises investment costs and intensifies price pressure amid sharply weaker domestic sales.
https://www.autonews.com/china/ane-china-car-market-flooded-new-models-0716/

 

Francois Roudier

July 16, 2026

Germany’s auto industry, once a global juggernaut, scales back ambitions
Germany’s auto industry is entering structural contraction as Volkswagen and suppliers cut jobs, capacity and complexity. Weak demand, high costs, tariffs and Chinese competition are pushing manufacturers toward smaller workforces, fewer models and more production closer to overseas markets.
https://www.autonews.com/manufacturing/automakers/ane-germany-shrinking-industry-0715/

 

South Korea’s auto exports set new record by growing 5.8 pct in June
South Korea’s June auto exports reached a record $6.79 billion, driven by strong EV and hybrid demand. Production and domestic sales also rose, though labour relations, Chinese competition and AI-led manufacturing changes remain important uncertainties.
https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260715005200320?section=k-biz/index

 

See GM’s future product plan: Diverse lineup counters EV pullback, affordability concerns
GM is balancing affordable gasoline models, future hybrids and a reduced EV pipeline as U.S. demand remains uncertain. Profitable pickups and SUVs will fund longer-term electrification, while new sedans and hybrid options broaden the portfolio.
https://www.autonews.com/car-concepts/future-product/an-general-motors-future-product-0715/

 

Hainan reaffirms 2030 gasoline vehicle sales ban in latest green development blueprint
Hainan reaffirmed plans to end sales of new gasoline vehicles by 2030, targeting NEVs at 45% of its fleet. The province will also expand charging, hydrogen trucks, clean logistics and alternative shipping fuels.
https://autonews.gasgoo.com/articles/news/2076619095725101057

 

How Ford is making its vehicles tougher to steal with an app that keeps the engine from starting
Ford is expanding an app-based theft-prevention system combining real-time alerts, remote engine-start blocking and police-supported vehicle tracking. Available on several Ford and Lincoln models, the subscription service aims to improve recovery rates.
https://www.autonews.com/ford/anc-ford-security-theft-prevention-0713/

 

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