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Francois Roudier
November 12, 2026
EU and UK set to delay 10% tariff on electric cars
The EU and UK are considering delaying stricter 2027 EV rules of origin to avert 10% tariffs. ACEA and SMMT seek flexibility as European battery supply lags, while chemical producers warn postponement would weaken demand for locally produced materials.
https://www.ft.com/content/b6c31ee9-0837-4fb0-83d9-a0e70100d0a3?syn-25a6b1a6=1
Nissan says China sales slump ‘intensified’ through October
Nissan cut its global sales forecast to around 3 million vehicles as China’s downturn deepened, but maintained its profit outlook. Cost reductions, factory consolidation and expanded exports from China underpin its recovery strategy despite persistent demand
and competitive pressures.
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/nissan-says-china-sales-slump-intensified-through-october
Chinese Auto Exports: Hard to Conquer the World with One Powertrain
China’s passenger-vehicle exports reached 7.16 million in nine months, up over 70%. Automakers are tailoring powertrains, partnerships and production to regional markets, with localization and policy management increasingly important alongside price competitiveness.
https://autonews.gasgoo.com/articles/news/chinese-auto-exports-hard-to-conquer-the-world-with-one-powertrain-2120488013787996160
How U.S. midterm results reshape the trade landscape as tariff relief, Canada talks and USMCA review loom
Democratic midterm gains increase pressure for automotive tariff relief, but Trump retains substantial trade powers. Investment-linked relief, Canada talks and USMCA reviews offer uncertain outcomes, encouraging automakers to expand U.S. production and regional
sourcing while protecting integrated supply chains.
https://www.autonews.com/manufacturing/an-midterm-election-trade-impact-1111/
Astana Motors, poster child of Kazakh diversification, faces growing pains
Kazakhstan faces automotive overcapacity as Russian import restrictions undermine Astana Motors’ export plans. New factories increasingly depend on domestic demand and state support, while limited local content raises competitiveness concerns. Astana is expanding
component sourcing and developing electric buses with BYD.
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/electric-vehicles/astana-motors-poster-child-of-kazakh-diversification-faces-growing-pains
Francois Roudier
November 11, 2026
How Will China’s Automotive Industry Consolidate and Reshape Global Competition?
China’s auto sector is shifting from volume growth toward profitability. Consolidation will involve shared platforms, factories and suppliers, but overcapacity may persist. Sustainable competitiveness will depend on disciplined investment, viable suppliers
and profitable international operations rather than speed or scale alone.
https://autonews.gasgoo.com/articles/news/2119697678375747585
Huawei’s Chinese auto alliance strains as deliveries slump
Huawei’s HIMA alliance is under strain as deliveries slump and members seek autonomy. Seres is taking greater control of Aito, while overlapping models increase internal competition. Falling sales, losses and subsidy cuts expose the risks of heavy dependence
on Huawei.
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/huawei-s-chinese-auto-alliance-strains-as-deliveries-slump
Toyota resurrects Scion as niche mobility brand starting with tiny pickup in the USA
Toyota will revive Scion in 2027 as an experimental U.S. mobility subbrand, starting with a tiny low-speed utility pickup assembled in Indiana. Additional concepts include an off-road hybrid and folding electric scooter, allowing Toyota to test niche products
and business models.
https://www.autonews.com/toyota/an-toyota-scion-return-tiny-pickup-1110/
Stellantis offers to repay Canadian government for Brampton retooling as backlash builds over Roshel sale
Stellantis offered to repay Canadian retooling support as opposition grows to selling its idle Brampton plant to defense contractor Roshel. Ottawa and Unifor argue repayment is insufficient, warning the deal could weaken industrial employment and encourage
further automotive plant exits.
https://www.autonews.com/stellantis/anc-stellantis-government-repayment-backlash-brampton-1110/
European OEMs may use FTA access to test India market before localizing production, according to Commerce and Industry Minister
European automakers may use improved EU–India trade access to test imported models before localizing production. India sees this as a route to attract investment, expand component supply chains and establish the country as a manufacturing base for domestic
and export markets.
https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/european-oems-may-use-fta-access-to-test-india-market-before-localising-production-goyal/135723260?utm_source=top_story&utm_medium=homepage
Francois Roudier
November 10, 2026
Honda to build new $3 billion auto plant in Ohio, adding 2,000 jobs
Honda will invest $3 billion in an Ohio hybrid-vehicle plant with 240,000-unit capacity and 2,000 jobs, while upgrading U.S. powertrain facilities. The move strengthens local production after Honda scaled back EV ambitions and suspended its Canadian EV project.
https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/honda-build-new-3-billion-auto-plant-ohio-adding-2000-jobs-2026-11-09/
BMW Brings in Korean Battery Cell Suppliers and Reduces Its Reliance on China
BMW is adding LG Energy Solution and Samsung SDI to its Gen6 battery network, reducing dependence on Chinese suppliers. Regional cell production will expand in the late 2020s, although imports remain necessary while new U.S. and European plants ramp up.
https://www.automobilwoche.de/autohersteller/bmw/amw-elektromobilitat-batteriezellen-einkauf-samsung-sdi-lg-energy/
Jaguar Land Rover escalates legal dispute with BYD over Defender-like Ti7 SUV
JLR has intensified its dispute with BYD, alleging the Ti7 SUV copies Defender design and technology. Dutch authorities seized documents before a court hearing, while BYD prepares wider European sales of the lower-priced plug-in hybrid.
https://www.autonews.com/jaguar-land-rover/ane-jaguar-land-rover-claims-byd-suv-ti7-copies-defender-1109/
EU nations resist Germany-France push to soften 2035 combustion-engine ban
Several EU states oppose Franco-German efforts to weaken 2035 emissions rules, fearing slower electrification would help Chinese rivals. Ireland proposes a 90% reduction with compensating fuel and material credits, preserving some flexibility while maintaining
stronger decarbonization requirements.
https://www.autonews.com/manufacturing/automakers/ane-eu-resist-softening-2035-ice-ban-1109/
China’s Global Auto Export Dominance Comes at a $270 Billion Cost
Chinese vehicle exports are approaching 10 million, but listed automakers have lost about $269 billion in market value. Overseas growth and better margins have not offset domestic price wars, excess capacity, weaker demand and rising localization costs.
https://www.bloomberg.com/graphics/2026-chery-BYD-china-automakers-export-boom-cost/
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