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Francois Roudier
October 26, 2026
Audi defends decision to stand by Trump on $4 billion US factory in Georgia
Audi defended its planned $4 billion Georgia plant, which could produce 200,000 SUVs and create 4,500 jobs while reducing tariff exposure. German labor representatives support U.S. expansion but demand safeguards for domestic employment and value creation.
https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/trump-set-announce-plan-by-audi-build-us-factory-georgia-source-says-2026-10-24/
Chinese Carmakers Overtake Japan in Europe for First Time
Chinese brands reached 12.7% of Europe’s market in September, surpassing Japanese manufacturers at 11.9%. Electrified vehicles, UK growth and weaker Chinese domestic demand are driving expansion, while local European production could reduce tariff exposure.
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-10-26/chinese-carmakers-overtake-japan-europe-byd-chery-toyota-nissan
Policy U-turn could stall Britain’s take-up of electric vehicles
The UK is considering weakening its 2030 EV mandate despite rising sales, high owner satisfaction and lower running costs. Critics warn a reduced target would increase emissions, fuel expenses and policy uncertainty while benefiting manufacturers slow to electrify.
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/oct/25/policy-u-turn-uk-electric-vehicles
EU weighs mirroring Donald Trump in securing critical minerals
EU lawmakers propose a Critical Raw Materials Centre able to invest in mining, processing and recycling, build stockpiles and monitor supplies. The €2 billion initiative aims to reduce dependence on China but requires additional financing and member-state approval.
https://www.ft.com/content/cfb2e934-0000-42e6-93a4-4dffa56f11a8?syn-25a6b1a6=1
Pressed by Chinese EVs in Southeast Asia, Mitsubishi Motors makes risky pivot
Mitsubishi is shifting attention from Southeast Asia toward Japan, the U.S. and Oceania as Chinese competition grows. Its strategy relies on partner-built vehicles, but limited market share, smaller dealer networks and shareholder uncertainty make the transition
risky.
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/pressed-by-chinese-evs-in-southeast-asia-mitsubishi-motors-makes-risky-pivot
Francois Roudier
September 30, 2026
China’s Toyota joint ventures to be put under one roof to help ailing GAC
GAC will acquire FAW’s 50% stake in FAW Toyota while Toyota retains its half, bringing a profitable joint venture into loss-making GAC. The deal could reduce duplication, improve scale and signal further state-led consolidation in China’s auto sector.
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/china-s-toyota-joint-ventures-to-be-put-under-one-roof-to-help-ailing-gac
Stellantis Plans Temporary Halts at Several Plants in France
Stellantis will temporarily stop production at several French plants in October because of long-range EV battery shortages and uneven model demand. Sochaux and Rennes face battery constraints, while Mulhouse and Poissy will pause amid weaker demand for some vehicles.
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-09-29/stellantis-plans-temporary-halts-at-some-of-its-plants-in-france
Chery sets late 2026 launch of Jaecoo, Omoda brands in Canada as BYD, Geely scale up local teams
Chery plans to launch Jaecoo and Omoda in Canada in late 2026 as BYD and Geely also prepare entry. Canada’s reduced tariff and quota system opens opportunities, but certification hurdles and limited import allocations create uncertainty.
https://www.autonews.com/ev/anc-chery-canada-jaecoo-omoda-launch-china-automakers-hiring-0928/
Senate Republican says Chinese vehicle bill will not ban Mercedes-Benz in US
U.S. lawmakers are revising a Chinese-vehicle restriction bill to avoid unintentionally banning Mercedes-Benz because of its nearly 20% passive Chinese ownership. Sponsors are considering exemptions while retaining broader national-security restrictions on Chinese-connected vehicles.
https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/senate-republican-says-chinese-vehicle-bill-will-not-ban-mercedes-benz-us-2026-09-29/
Lithium Plunges 25% in China on Fears Over Battery Demand Growth
Chinese lithium carbonate futures fell about 25% in September as investors questioned whether EV and energy-storage demand can absorb expanding battery output. Excess capacity, inventories and weaker EV growth are weighing on sentiment, though some analysts still expect near-term supply deficits.
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-09-30/lithium-plunges-25-in-china-on-fears-over-battery-demand-growth
Francois Roudier
September 29, 2026
Volkswagen: New Battery Deal with Chinese Partners — to Become More Independent
Volkswagen is expanding its Gotion partnership through battery and materials joint ventures in Spain, Slovakia and Morocco. The strategy strengthens European LFP production and lowers investment needs, while supporting affordable EVs and future sodium-ion and solid-state technologies.
https://www.automobilwoche.de/technologie/batterie/amw-batterie-deal-mit-chinesen-warum-volkswagen-das-buendnis-mit-gotion-vertieft/
US says GM tech costs to drop by $20 billion through 2031 due to new emissions rules
New U.S. fuel-economy rules could cut GM’s technology costs by $20.4 billion through 2031 and save the industry $60.6 billion overall. The weaker standards reduce pressure to add costly efficiency technologies or accelerate EV sales.
https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/us-says-gm-tech-costs-will-decline-by-204-billion-through-2031-because-lower-2026-09-28/
Looming ‘Made in EU’ bill threatens Toyota and other Japanese EV makers
The EU’s proposed Industrial Accelerator Act could disadvantage Japanese automakers whose EVs are mostly imported. Vehicles assembled outside the bloc could lose subsidies and tax advantages unless they meet 70% EU-content requirements, increasing pressure to localize production.
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/electric-vehicles/looming-made-in-eu-bill-threatens-toyota-and-other-japanese-ev-makers
Reports indicate that Xpeng has earned more than 1 billion yuan in cumulative revenue from carbon credit trading
Xpeng has reportedly earned over 1 billion yuan from carbon-credit agreements with Porsche and other international automakers. Growing overseas EV sales generate credits that can be sold to higher-emitting manufacturers, adding a new revenue stream alongside vehicles and technical services.
https://www.ithome.com/1/008/234.htm
2026 Paris show: Which brands and models will make a splash?
The Paris auto show will feature around 30 automakers, with strong European participation and an expanding Chinese presence. Affordable EVs will dominate launches, while BYD, Chery, Changan, Xpeng and Geely brands highlight China’s growing influence in Europe.
https://www.autonews.com/events/paris-auto-show/ane-2026-paris-auto-show-preview-0925/
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