Automotive
Volkswagen to invest $210m at its manufacturing plant in Kariega
Germany-based automobile manufacturer Volkswagen has announced plans to invest R4bn ($210m) at its manufacturing plant in Kariega, South Africa. The…
European job losses rise, as investments shift abroad – CLEPA
Europe’s automotive components trade association, CLEPA, says that the EU is losing out to the US in attracting foreign direct…
Volkswagen Group China to step up investment in JV with JAC Motors
Volkswagen Group China has announced plans to bolster investment in its majority-controlled JV with Anhui Jianghuai Automobile (JAC Motors), Reuters…
How hydrogen can decarbonise heavy transportation
Decarbonising heavy-emitting modes of transportation is a fundamental challenge in the energy transition, with hydrogen viewed as an essential fuel…
How South Africa’s Coega SEZ is becoming a hub for the automotive industry
Recent research from GlobalData finds that original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and automotive component suppliers are teaming up to build new…
Ford’s $1.2bn EV plant in Quebec will create 345 jobs
With the help of funding from the Canadian government, Ford Motor Co. and its South Korean partners are building a…
Under the hood of South Africa’s auto industry
Even as cities encourage wider use of public transportation to limit personal vehicle emissions, automobiles will continue to play a…
Competition in Midwest to attract EV manufacturers heats up
With US President Joe Biden prioritising electric vehicle (EV) adoption and greater domestic production, automakers are looking for tax breaks…
How Georgia is driving the future of transport
Electric vehicle (EV) adoption is surging worldwide. The IAE reports that global EV sales have continued to rise in 2022,…
Where is the best place to set up an automotive business in Poland?
Poland is located in the heart of central and eastern Europe (CEE) and is divided into 16 administrative provinces. With a population…
