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Automotive

December 02, 2025

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Stellantis' once high volume brands are on the comeback trail. But in contrast to Fiat's slow recovery, Citroën is rocketing.

BYD recalls nearly 89,000 plug-in hybrids in China over battery risk

The company plans to resolve the issue through over-the-air software updates to the affected vehicles' diagnostic systems.

German chancellor pushes EU to soften 2035 combustion engine car ban

Merz said he would send a letter to Commission president urging Brussels to leave "technological options" open for manufacturers.

Wingtech takes Nexperia control battle to Dutch Supreme Court

In a separate track, Wingtech has also challenged the Dutch government's intervention itself.

Honda seeks new structure for China engine JVs as demand ebbs – report

Tensions have reportedly emerged between Dongfeng Honda Engine and GAC Honda over issues such as engine pricing and the division of profits.

Horse Powertrain supplies range-extender for Scania electric timber truck pilot

The pilot addresses electric powertrain set-ups for heavy-duty commercial vehicle applications.

Nvidia commits $2bn to deepen AI design alliance with Synopsys

The deal targets the use of AI and accelerated computing to power engineering R&D tools across semiconductor, aerospace, automotive and industrial sectors.

Mazda's global output down over 5% in October

Sharp fall in overseas output, while exports from Japan rise.

GAC adds Greece to its European markets

GAC is aiming for full coverage throughout Europe by 2028.

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