International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers

Renault’s plan to become “the leading manufacturer in Europe”
Les Echos – Lionel Steinmann – March 10, 2026, at 7:14 a.m.
Renault’s “FutuREady” extends the “Renaulution” with a stronger focus on execution, 36 new models by 2030, priority on Europe, India and South America, and continued electrification. Earlier ambitions on margins, volumes and Alpine have been scaled back.
Internet link: https://www.lesechos.fr/industrie-services/automobile/automobile-le-plan-de-renault-pour-devenir-le-constructeur-de-reference-en-europe-2219983

Tata attacks India market with $7,000 EV, backed by protectionist policies
Nikkei – TAKANORI OKABE, YUJI NITTA and TOMOYOSHI OSHIKIRI – March 10, 2026, 01:33 JST
Tata is using low-cost EVs, local sourcing and policy support to dominate India’s EV market, while high tariffs and investment barriers constrain Tesla and BYD. Similar protectionist trends in Vietnam and Indonesia are reshaping Asia’s market and weakening Japanese incumbents.
Internet link: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/electric-vehicles/tata-attacks-india-market-with-7-000-ev-backed-by-protectionist-policies

Mercedes Considers Sharing South Africa Plant with China’s GWM
Bloomberg – Prinesha Naidoo and Loni Prinsloo – March 9, 2026, at 3:03 PM GMT+1
Mercedes is considering sharing its South African plant with GWM as new U.S. tariffs threaten the site’s viability. A deal could cut overcapacity, preserve jobs and support GWM’s expansion, while Mercedes also studies using the factory as a battery-repurposing hub.
Internet link: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-03-09/mercedes-considers-sharing-south-africa-plant-with-china-s-gwm?srnd=phx-industries-transportation

European freight truck makers brace for wave of low-cost Chinese rivals
Reuters – Nick Carey and Marie Mannes – March 10, 2026, 6:03 AM GMT+1
Chinese electric truck makers are entering Europe with lower prices, fast development cycles and expanding service networks. European manufacturers fear losing ground unless EU support boosts demand, as Chinese players leverage scale, battery advantages and increasingly competitive product performance.
Internet link: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/european-freight-truck-makers-brace-wave-low-cost-chinese-rivals-2026-03-10/

Why is Canada’s auto industry falling behind?
Automotive News Canada – Greg Layson – March 09, 2026, 10:31 AM EDT
BMO says Canada’s auto sector faces structural decline, with output far below 2019 levels due to trade barriers, weaker EV demand and poor model positioning. Without eased tariffs, major investment and competitive products, production is unlikely to return to pre-2020 levels.
Internet link: https://www.autonews.com/manufacturing/anc-auto-production/