Washington's new tariffs disrupt heavy truck production networks President Trump's 25% levy on imported heavy trucks threatens to reshape North American manufacturing strategies, forcing OEMs to recalculate production footprints whilst grappling with already elevated input costs and weakening demand. Ilkhan Ozsevim
US immigration officials raid $7.5bn Hyundai–LG plant, repatriation deal struck after 300+ South Koreans workers detained The battery facility, part of the broader $7.5 billion Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America complex, is a joint venture aimed at building cells to power Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis electric vehicles produced in the U.S. Anushka Dixit Marcus Williams
UK launches £2.5bn DRIVE35 “Scale Up” initiative to boost auto manufacturing innovation The new Scale Up pillar under the DRIVE35 programme aims to accelerate the transition from pilot lines to high-volume EV manufacturing, with grants and regional clusters to boost UK automotive innovation. Anushka Dixit
Daimler, Volvo, Paccar and Traton challenge California clean-air deal in court Truckmakers are suing to exit California’s Clean Truck Partnership, citing federal pressure. Critics say it undermines market certainty, innovation and the future of electric truck manufacturing. Ilkhan Ozsevim
Washington’s tariff gambit upends vehicle production map Fresh US tariffs are upending EV strategies, accelerating reshoring, stalling imports and forcing automakers to overhaul production footprints and future investment plans. Ilkhan Ozsevim
