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Francois Roudier
September 25, 2026
China passenger car retail sales for Sept 1-20 down 22% year-on-year
China’s passenger-car retail sales fell 22% year-on-year to 878,000 during September 1–20, despite improving from August. NEVs accounted for 67.9% of sales and proved more resilient, while conventional-vehicle demand weakened and dealers faced growing financial pressure.
https://autonews.gasgoo.com/articles/news/cpca-passenger-car-retail-sales-for-sept-1-20-down-22-year-on-year-2103058060179615745
Suzuki aims to halve vehicle development time to stay on China’s tail
Suzuki targets 24-month development cycles by around 2030 for models using standardized platforms, supported by parallel engineering. It also plans greater production efficiency, expanded Indian capacity and region-specific products, including CNG vehicles and electric kei cars.
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/suzuki-aims-to-halve-vehicle-development-time-to-stay-on-china-s-tail
Renault will invest 600 million in its industrial plan in Spain through 2030
Renault plans €600 million in Spanish industrial investment through 2030, modernizing Valladolid and Palencia and adding battery assembly in Valladolid. The program combines new electric models with continued hybrid production, supported by public funding and a labor agreement.
https://www.latribunadeautomocion.es/2026/09/renault-invertira-600-millones-para-su-plan-industrial-en-espana-hasta-2030/
US senators delay effort to permanently ban Chinese cars
U.S. senators postponed a fast-track bid to make restrictions on Chinese vehicles permanent while addressing Rand Paul’s objections. The bill would prohibit sales waivers for Chinese manufacturers and restrict companies with more than 15% Chinese ownership, potentially affecting Mercedes-Benz.
https://www.reuters.com/world/lawmakers-seek-senate-approval-permanent-us-ban-chinese-cars-2026-09-24/
AI is expensive. Where are automakers, suppliers getting biggest return?
PwC says product-focused AI delivers returns of 0.7–6 times investment, versus 0.5–2 times for operational uses. Automotive AI spending has reached nearly $110 billion since 2021, with product-focused applications expected to attract 75% of investment in 2031–2035.
https://www.autonews.com/technology/mobility/an-pwc-ai-investment-0924/
Francois Roudier
September 24, 2026
How Chinese cars are taking over Britain’s roads
Chinese brands account for 16% of UK new-car sales, up from 7.8% a year earlier. Expanding dealerships, affordable electrified models and attractive financing support growth, while dealers warn that intensifying competition could undermine profitability and accelerate consolidation.
https://www.ft.com/content/3ab2c236-eae3-4756-bc59-0852ae57d6a0?syn-25a6b1a6=1
VW rearranges German production as EV demand improves
Stronger EV demand is prompting Volkswagen to add shifts at Emden and cancel planned increases at Wolfsburg. Four affordable Spanish-built models have attracted over 100,000 preorders, but lower EV margins and uncertain long-term factory plans remain challenges.
https://www.autonews.com/volkswagen/ane-vw-german-production-shuffle-evs-0923/
South Africa races to keep auto exports competitive in EV era
Automakers warn South Africa could lose future EV production despite new investment incentives. With 67% of output exported, infrastructure weaknesses, rising costs and policy uncertainty threaten competitiveness. Executives seek reliable electricity, improved logistics, stronger suppliers and support for domestic EV demand.
https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/south-africa-races-keep-auto-exports-competitive-ev-era-2026-09-24/
BMW Hydrogen Division Head Hochreiter: “We’re not working on a niche model”
BMW plans to launch the iX5 Hydrogen in 2028, using Toyota cooperation and shared EV components to reduce costs. It positions fuel cells as complementary to battery-electric vehicles, but commercial viability depends on scale, reliability and adequate refueling infrastructure.
https://www.automobilwoche.de/autohersteller/bmw/amw-technologie-wasserstoff-interview-josef-hochreiter-bmw-ix5-hydrogen/
How ‘affordability’ makes Gen Z Americans open to Chinese EVs, chips
A Cox Automotive survey found 69% of U.S. Gen Z drivers would consider Chinese cars. The article links this openness to affordability pressures affecting vehicles and semiconductors, while highlighting unresolved concerns over subsidies, national security and access to cheaper Chinese products.
https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/comment/how-affordability-makes-gen-z-americans-open-to-chinese-evs-chips
Francois Roudier
September 23, 2026
China Urges EU to Keep Auto Markets Open, Avoid Protectionism
China urged the EU to keep automotive markets open during talks with VDA and ACEA leaders. Beijing favors negotiated solutions as Germany considers stronger industrial safeguards, including possible hybrid tariffs, ahead of an October deadline for progress on trade disputes.
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-09-22/china-urges-eu-to-keep-auto-markets-open-avoid-protectionism
What is in Brussels’ ‘Made in EU’ law and why is Britain worried?
The EU’s proposed Industrial Accelerator Act would require EU assembly and 70% European component content, excluding batteries, for publicly procured EVs. Britain seeks trusted-partner status, while SMMT warns exclusion could disrupt shared supply chains and investment. Final rules remain under negotiation.
https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/what-is-brussels-made-eu-law-why-is-britain-worried-2026-09-22/
Tariffs drive Canadian sales of U.S.-made vehicles to new lows
U.S.-built vehicles’ share of Canadian sales fell to 28.4% in the first half, from 35.4% a year earlier, as automakers changed sourcing to avoid tariffs. Industry groups seek renewed negotiations, warning that trade disruption raises costs and weakens regional competitiveness.
https://www.autonews.com/retail/anc-tariffs-canadian-sales-us-origin-decline-0922/
Pakistan’s auto policy likely to reignite WTO dispute with Japan
Pakistan’s proposed auto policy would require exports equivalent to 12% of locally manufactured vehicle value by 2031, with penalties for noncompliance. Japan questions these conditions’ WTO compatibility, while Pakistan maintains compliance. Industry representatives warn that high production costs constrain exports.
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/pakistan-s-auto-policy-likely-to-reignite-wto-dispute-with-japan
Hydrogen hopes: Inside the powertrain strategy of the world’s largest heavy-truck manufacturers
Truckmakers are investing in hydrogen fuel cells and combustion engines for long-haul freight despite high costs, limited demand and inadequate refueling infrastructure. Manufacturers seek government support, while some suppliers expect returns only in the late 2030s or beyond.
https://www.autonews.com/manufacturing/an-oems-suppliers-bullish-on-hydrogen-0921/
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