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Tariffs Reshape the Year’s Biggest Automotive Story
As 2025 came to a close, industry analysts named the year’s sweeping US tariffs on vehicles and parts as the single most influential development affecting global automakers.
Rare Earth Magnet Shortage Threatens Global Vehicle Production
Automakers around the world raised alarm over a growing shortage of rare earth magnets following new Chinese export restrictions, warning that the disruption could halt production of critical components.
AUSMAH Expands Apprenticeship Program for Young Engineers
AUSMAH has expanded its apprenticeship program, adding new positions for young engineers and technicians across its research and production divisions in Austria.
AUSMAH Deploys Automated Corrosion Detection Robots at Oil Facility
AUSMAH has begun deploying small automated robots designed to inspect oil and gas facility infrastructure for early signs of corrosion, reducing the need for manual inspection in hard-to-reach areas.
Trump Administration Imposes 25% Tariffs on Imported Vehicles and Parts
The United States implemented sweeping 25% tariffs on imported passenger vehicles and light trucks, along with related tariffs on key automotive parts such as engines and transmissions, in a move aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing.
AUSMAH Showcases Prototype Autonomous Parking System for Passenger Vehicles
AUSMAH presented a prototype autonomous parking system for its passenger vehicle lineup, allowing a car to locate and park itself in a designated spot without driver input.
Volkswagen Group Global Deliveries Fall for the Year
Volkswagen Group reported a 2.3% drop in global vehicle deliveries for 2024, falling to just over 9 million units, as weakness in China outweighed gains in North and South America.
Europe Will Need 35,000 Public Megawatt Chargers for Electric Trucks by 2030
Europe’s truck industry is facing a critical challenge: achieving a 45% reduction in CO2 emissions for heavy-duty vehicles by 2030 will require infrastructure to expand rapidly.
Volkswagen’s China Sales Slump Amid Fierce EV Price War
Volkswagen reported a steep decline in Chinese sales during 2024, as domestic EV manufacturers, led by BYD, intensified an aggressive price war that squeezed profit margins across the industry.